Østerbro Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Faelledparken
Explore the lovely green spaces of Faelledparken and enjoy the cycling trails in Copenhagen. Experience the great live music and acclaimed theatre scene in this walkable area.
Svanemølle Strand
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Svanemølle Strand during your trip to Copenhagen? Amble around the area's waterfront or visit its shops.
Tivoli Gardens
This historic amusement park is where the famously cool Danes come to let their hair down.
Nyhavn
Copenhagen’s dilapidated old harbour district has been revitalised with a string of lively bars and stylish restaurants.
Strøget
You can do some window-shopping at Strøget during your visit to Copenhagen. Amble around this trendy area's waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Royal Arena
Catch an event at Royal Arena and enjoy other activities in Copenhagen such as cycling.Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Activities
City Sightseeing Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Home of Carlsberg Experience Entry Ticket
Copenhagen Red Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Boat Option
Hamlet and Sweden Tour - Two Countries in one day !
Copenhagen Bus and Boat ticket, Valid 48 Hours
Our pick of the best Østerbro Hotel Deals
Bob W Copenhagen Østerbro
Pros: free laundry, good location, quiet, modern design of building and rooms Cons: the shower is the badly designed and water goes on the floor, room and hallway smelled of food at times due to people cooking, layout of room is pretty awkward/tight and would be an issue for bigger people or those ...
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Helpful stuff
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Tivoli Hotel
Clean and spacious room, helpful staff
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
CABINN Copenhagen
Very affordable, small room but perfect if your sightseeing all day. Nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
The room was clean and the staff was super helpful! We stayed 3 nights, which was perfect because it was a small compact room. Enjoyed our stay!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
CABINN Metro Hotel
Laundry room, ironing room, small bar with plenty of space. Rooms are decent small like cruise cabin! However nicely run. Breakfast has decent variety and everything was efficient.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Østerbro
Nørrebro
Nørrebro is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Natural History Museum of Denmark and Astrologisk Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Skjolds Plads Station or Nørrebros Runddel Station to get around.
Nordhavn
While you're in Nordhavn, take in top sights like Langelinie Quay and jump on the metro at Orientkaj Station to see more of the city.
Copenhagen City Centre
Known for its beautiful gardens, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Copenhagen City Centre. Top attractions like Tivoli Gardens and Copenhagen Christmas Market are major draws. Catch the metro at Kongens Nytorv Station or Gammel Strand Station to see more of the city.
Nordvest
When in Nordvest and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Parken Stadium or Faelledparken and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bispebjerg Station or Nørrebro Station.
Holmen
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Holmen. You might want to make time for a stop at Copenhagen Opera House or Spejdermuseet.
Slotsholmen
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Slotsholmen. You might want to make time for a stop at Danish Royal Library or Christiansborg Palace Chapel.
