Copenhagen Travel Guide

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Nyhavn showing a marina, night scenes and a city

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Denmark’s capital city oozes historic charm, laced with a cool contemporary vibe that's uniquely Scandinavian.

Copenhagen is one of the most visitor-friendly cities in Europe, with clean, reliable public transport, a compact, traffic-free centre that’s easy to explore on foot, landmark buildings, interesting museums and great food. It’s proud of its heritage but unafraid to embrace the present and look positively to the future.

Take a trip back in time to the 12th-century origins of the city through chronological displays in the City Museum, and trace the history of the warmongering Vikings who put Denmark firmly on the world map at the National Museum of Denmark. Visit Amalienborg Palace, present home of the Danish royal family, then admire the crown jewels and other royal memorabilia in their former residence, Rosenborg Castle, set in a beautiful royal park.

Climb the vertiginous corkscrew spire of the Church of Our Saviour to get your bearings from the topmost point you can see right across this well-laid-out city to the harbour and the ultramodern Copenhagen Opera House, built with no expense spared at the turn of the 21st century and set on its own island.

During the harsh winters, many outdoor attractions are closed or have restricted opening hours. In the summer months, however, the long, light nights and pleasant climate are perfect for open-air concerts, alfresco dining and picnics in the parks. The Tivoli Gardens have been welcoming pleasure-seekers since 1842 and have lost none of their historic charm in the intervening decades. Families will enjoy watching the animals being fed at Copenhagen Zoo or climbing the steps to the top of the palm house at the Botanical Gardens, which boasts the largest collection of plants in Denmark.

No visit to Copenhagen would be complete without taking a walk along the waterfront to see the Little Mermaid, who sits on a rock overlooking the harbour lamenting her lost prince. Inspired by the fairy tale by Hans Christian Andersen, this modest sculpture has become one of the city’s most iconic landmarks.

Where to stay in Copenhagen

Nyhavn featuring night scenes, a marina and a city

Copenhagen City Centre

4.5/5(226 area reviews)

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.

Copenhagen City Centre
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København V

If you're spending time in København V, check out sights like Tivoli Gardens or Wallmans Circus Building and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Copenhagen Vesterport Station or Rådhuspladsen Station.

København V
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Vesterbro

3.5/5(11 area reviews)

Vesterbro is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Enghave Plads Station or Copenhagen Dybbolsbro Station to explore sights like Vesterbro Pool.

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Østerbro

5/5(1 area review)

The restaurants and waterfront are just a few things visitors like about Østerbro. Parken Stadium and Faelledparken are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Poul Henningsens Plads Station or Copenhagen Svanemollen Station to get around the larger area.

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Nørrebro

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

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 Jægersborggade are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Skjolds Plads Station or Nørrebros Runddel Station to get around.

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Ørestad

Consider a visit to Field's Shopping Centre and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Ørestad. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Ørestad Station or Bella Center Station.

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CABINN Copenhagen
CABINN Copenhagen
3 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 1, Copenhagen
The price is AU$137 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$137
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the WiFi and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (3,801 reviews)
Decent especially for the price.
"The hotel was great. Fantastic location (near to a shopping centre and a short walk to the city centre). Staff were friendly and helpful. Room was clean. Only problem was the lack of fridge."

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2024

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Tivoli Hotel
Tivoli Hotel
4 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 2, Copenhagen
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$264 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$264
per night
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,099 reviews)
"Very nice and clean with a good sized room. Great facilities with a pool and sauna."

Reviewed on 21 Mar. 2024

Tivoli Hotel
Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
2.5 out of 5
Ellehammersvej 18, Kastrup, Copenhagen
The price is AU$203 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$203
per night
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Kastrup. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (4,266 reviews)
"Dining was absolutely fantastic!! It’s everything you could imagine for a Danish breakfast, along with that the room was clean and was incredibly inviting and open. We also checked in early, the staff had a room/closet right next to the check in counter that was locked so we could store our belongings ..."

Reviewed on 26 Mar. 2024

Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
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CABINN Apartments
CABINN Apartments
3 out of 5
Arne Jacobsens Alle 4, Copenhagen
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly aparthotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour fitness center. Popular attractions Tivoli Gardens ...
7.8/10 Good! (295 reviews)
"Excellent price, decent walk to the downtown area. You can rent bikes from the hotel if you would prefer. There are huge sidewalks and bike lanes, extremely pedestrian friendly city."

Reviewed on 22 Feb. 2024

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Adina Apartment Hotel Copenhagen
Adina Apartment Hotel Copenhagen
4 out of 5
Amerika Plads 7, Osterbro, Copenhagen
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified aparthotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,576 reviews)
"Brilliant apartments, everything you could need, cooker, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washer/drier, tv in lounge and bedroom, gym, indoor pool, fabulous, stayed over christmas, highly recommend, 10 minute walk to little mermaid, and 20 min walk to centre, really nice staff."

Reviewed on 31 Dec. 2023

Adina Apartment Hotel Copenhagen
Apartments by Brøchner Hotels
Apartments by Brøchner Hotels
4 out of 5
2 Nørre Voldgade, Copenhagen
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Tivoli Gardens and Pumpehuset are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (45 reviews)
"It was great, also close to the metro"

Reviewed on 20 Mar. 2024

Apartments by Brøchner Hotels
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
9 Jan 2020

I wish I’d been able to spend more time exploring this beautiful city!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
27 Dec 2019

Love it! My favorite city. I will come bqck

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
20 Dec 2019

A pretty , friendly, easy to get around city . The Copenhagen card is worth it and gets you in to all the main attractions without hassle. Plus you can use it to get to and from the airport. Tip : find food a few streets from the main areas.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
18 Dec 2019

Amazing city!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
13 Dec 2019

Loved the city and the people. Little expensive so wouldn’t stay Moreno then a few days

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
13 Nov 2019

Incredibly beautiful city

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