Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide

Copenhagen

Copenhagen City Centre
Copenhagen which includes a bay or harbour
Copenhagen City Centre
Copenhagen City Centre
Copenhagen which includes a garden and a river or creek
In central Copenhagen, you can see a huge range of attractions, go shopping, have extraordinary gastronomic experiences and enjoy Denmark's capital to its fullest.

On a city break to central Copenhagen, you can experience both traditional and historical attractions and also the modern side to Copenhagen, with its world-renowned gastronomy and new experiences. Cobbled streets, impressive buildings, Danish political life, significant historical sites and a bustling city life are just but a few of the things that central Copenhagen has to offer.

Central Copenhagen is the heart of the city. The cobbled streets, alleyways and the green spires on the stunning buildings all serve as proof that this is where it all started. Since around the year 700, this area has had a city-like character, and its location made it ideal for trade.

Enjoy a meal and a cold beer in the world-famous Nyhavn, surrounded by charming houses and sailboats. Take a trip to the Tivoli Gardens Amusement Park or experience both royal palaces: Amalienborg, the royal family's residence, and Rosenborg, where the crown jewels are kept. Make sure to walk up and down the Strøget main street, to climb up Rundetårn (the Round Tower) or to bring a picnic basket to Kongens Have (the King's Garden).

There are so many things to see and do in central Copenhagen, and a good way to get to see a lot of them is to buy a Copenhagen Card. It gives you access to many of the museums and attractions in the area, as well as free train, bus and metro transport.

A great way to travel around central Copenhagen and to experience the city like a true Copenhagener is by bike. Another way to travel during your weekend break to central Copenhagen is to go on a boat ride. You can also use the bus, metro and S-train when travelling to, from and around the centre.

With so many activities to do and so many things to see in central Copenhagen, you certainly won't get bored here. You will also be close to the other neighbourhoods if you'd like to see what else Copenhagen has to offer.


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Top hotels in Copenhagen City Centre

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
2 out of 5
Borgergade 9, Copenhagen
The price is ฿2,616 per night from 23 Feb to 24 Feb
฿2,616
฿3,269 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Feb - 24 Feb
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,797 reviews)
"Easiest check-in ever! Very clean, convenient, perfect location. Would come back if ever in Copenhagen again."

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 35, Copenhagen
The price is ฿2,258 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿2,258
฿2,823 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,535 reviews)
"It was great"

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Phoenix Copenhagen
Phoenix Copenhagen
4.5 out of 5
Bredgade 37, Copenhagen
The price is ฿4,667 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿4,667
฿5,833 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,682 reviews)
"Hotel Phoenix, with its central location, is an excellent choice for tourists seeking a convenient base to explore Copenhagen's landmarks. Clean, quiet and uncrowded, it offers an elegant yet cozy interior—exactly what I was looking for a weekend in Denmark's capital."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

Phoenix Copenhagen
Hotel Kong Arthur
Hotel Kong Arthur
4 out of 5
Nørre Søgade 11, Copenhagen
The price is ฿4,191 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
฿4,191
฿5,238 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Mar - 17 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,676 reviews)
"Friendly, helpful staff. Loved cozy hour - really nice idea. Clean & comfortable. Beds comfy. Nice walk in shower. Nice smelling toiletries too. Only about 10-15 mins walk down into centre. Great location to visit Copenhagen."

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2025

Hotel Kong Arthur
Scandic Spectrum
Scandic Spectrum
4 out of 5
KALVEBOD BRYGGE 10, Copenhagen
The price is ฿4,000 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿4,000
฿5,001 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,610 reviews)
"Amazing stay here. The only thing I would change about the place is a few extra options in the casual dining restaurant in the evening. The staff are brilliant and made us very welcome. The rooms are great and location is excellent to access the whole city easily. I would definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025

Scandic Spectrum
Admiral Hotel Copenhagen
Admiral Hotel Copenhagen
4 out of 5
Toldbodgade 24-28, Copenhagen
The price is ฿5,269 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿5,269
฿6,586 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,979 reviews)
"The hotel and safe were great, we had a really relaxing holiday."

Reviewed on 15 Feb 2025

Admiral Hotel Copenhagen
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Other neighbourhoods around Copenhagen City Centre

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Slotsholmen

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Slotsholmen. You might want to make time for a stop at Borsen or Danish Royal Library.

Slotsholmen
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Christianshavn

Take time in Christianshavn to visit attractions like Church of Our Saviour and Copenhagen Opera House. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Christianshavn Station to see more of the city.

Christianshavn
Copenhagen which includes a sunset and modern architecture

København V

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

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
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Meatpacking District

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Meatpacking District. You might want to make time for a stop at Oksnehallen or DGI-Byen.

Meatpacking District
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Nørrebro

4/5(2 area reviews)

Nørrebro is well liked for its restaurants and live music. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Jægersborggade and Mod Lyset 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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Frederiksberg C

While you're in Frederiksberg C, take in top sights like Forum Copenhagen or Værnedamsvej, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Frederiksberg Allé Station or Forum Station.

Frederiksberg C

Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide