What to do in Hovedstaden

Activities, attractions and tours

Nyhavn showing a marina, night scenes and a city
Tivoli Gardens featuring heritage architecture, rides and a city
Copenhagen showing a bay or harbour
Rosenborg Castle showing a park and picnicking
Copenhagen featuring a garden and a river or creek

Most fun & popular experiences in Hovedstaden

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Copenhagen: Canal Cruise with Guide

Copenhagen: Canal Cruise with Guide

9.4 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$41 per adult
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Private & custom tours

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Copenhagen Like a Local: Customised Private Tour

Copenhagen Like a Local: Customised Private Tour

Activity duration is 6 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$181 per adult*
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Adventure & outdoor

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Copenhagen Card DISCOVER 80 attractions and public transport

Copenhagen Card DISCOVER 80 attractions and public transport

Activity duration is 5 days
9.2 out of 10 with 31 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$135 per adult
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Food, drink & nightlife

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Copenhagen: Home of Carlsberg Experience Entry Ticket

Copenhagen: Home of Carlsberg Experience Entry Ticket

10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$52 per adult
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Water activities

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Copenhagen: Guided Canal Tour by Electric Boat

Copenhagen: Guided Canal Tour by Electric Boat

Activity duration is 1 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is AU$65 per adult
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What to do in Hovedstaden

Discover the most popular places to visit in Hovedstaden

Tivoli Gardens featuring a city, a garden and night scenes

Tivoli Gardens

This historic amusement park is where the famously cool Danes come to let their hair down.

Tivoli Gardens
Nyhavn

Nyhavn

Copenhagen’s dilapidated old harbour district has been revitalised with a string of lively bars and stylish restaurants.

Nyhavn
Copenhagen Zoo featuring zoo animals and land animals

Copenhagen Zoo

This historic zoo is a leader in wildlife conservation as well as one of the city’s most popular visitor attractions.

Copenhagen Zoo
Copenhagen which includes modern architecture and a sunset

City Hall Square

You can learn about the history of Copenhagen when you stop by City Hall Square. Amble around this trendy area's waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.

City Hall Square
Strøget

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.

Strøget
Copenhagen Opera House featuring a city, theatre scenes and modern architecture

Copenhagen Opera House

Fabulous acoustics, stunning architecture and a spectacular waterfront setting mark this out as a must-see cultural highlight.

Copenhagen Opera House
Kongens Nytorv

Kongens Nytorv

Learn about the local history of Copenhagen when you take a trip to Kongens Nytorv. Discover the acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.

Kongens Nytorv
Little Mermaid showing a bay or harbour, general coastal views and a statue or sculpture

Little Mermaid

Copenhagen’s famous sculpture has been one of the city’s must-see landmarks for a hundred years.

Little Mermaid
Amalienborg Palace featuring a castle and military items

Amalienborg Palace

Pageantry and history go hand in hand at the winter residence of the Danish royal family.

Amalienborg Palace

Explore areas of Hovedstaden

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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 Nyhavn and Tivoli Gardens 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 Vesterport Station or Rådhuspladsen Station.

København V
City Museum

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 Dybbølsbro Station to explore sights like Vega.

Vesterbro
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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 Svanemøllen Station to get around the larger area.

Østerbro
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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, Jægersborggade and Natural History Museum of Denmark are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Skjolds Plads Station or Nørrebros Runddel Station to get around.

Nørrebro
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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.

Ørestad

 

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Copenhagen showing a bay or harbour

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Hillerod

Hillerod

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