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 ฿2,866 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
฿2,866
฿3,583 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
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! (2,613 reviews)
Great Location
"Great location very central copenhagen"

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 35, Copenhagen
The price is ฿2,527 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
฿2,527
฿3,159 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
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! (2,475 reviews)
"Near to the center"

Reviewed on 18 Nov 2024

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Scandic Spectrum
Scandic Spectrum
4 out of 5
KALVEBOD BRYGGE 10, Copenhagen
The price is ฿4,676 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
฿4,676
฿5,846 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
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! (2,323 reviews)
"Excellent place"

Reviewed on 14 Nov 2024

Scandic Spectrum
CABINN City Hotel
CABINN City Hotel
2 out of 5
Mitchellsgade 14, Copenhagen
The price is ฿2,508 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
฿2,508
฿3,134 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,007 reviews)
"Great hotel for sleeping, great buffet breakfast."

Reviewed on 17 Nov 2024

CABINN City Hotel
Scandic Copenhagen
Scandic Copenhagen
4 out of 5
Vester Søgade 6, Copenhagen
The price is ฿4,333 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
฿4,333
฿5,417 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,806 reviews)
"All good,"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2024

Scandic Copenhagen
Imperial Hotel
Imperial Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Vester Farimagsgade 9, Copenhagen
The price is ฿3,756 per night from 20 Dec to 21 Dec
฿3,756
฿4,696 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
7.8/10 Good! (2,400 reviews)
Great option for Copenhagen
"Great location easy walking distance. Room size ok / wifi service very good. Friendly and helpful staff"

Reviewed on 13 Nov 2024

Imperial Hotel
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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 Danish Royal Library or Christiansborg Palace Chapel.

Slotsholmen
Church of Our Saviour which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a city

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 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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Frederiksberg C

While you're in Frederiksberg C, take in top sights like Værnedamsvej or Forum Copenhagen, 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