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 ฿2,840 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿2,840
฿3,550 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (2,911 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 35, Copenhagen
The price is ฿2,779 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿2,779
฿3,474 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (2,616 reviews)
"This is a good hotel, exactly as described. You get what you pay for; the room is small, but the foyer/reception area is lovely and spacious. I must say though, the room is likely a bit too small for 2 people to be fully comfortable. I was on my own and it was okay though. The location is very convenient, ..."

Reviewed on 10 Apr 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Scandic Copenhagen
Scandic Copenhagen
4 out of 5
Vester Søgade 6, Copenhagen
The price is ฿5,382 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
฿5,382
฿6,728 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
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! (1,995 reviews)
"Good location. Room was basic. Room service was poor. You have to request your room to be serviced. We did but it took up to date 3 before we had to raise this at reception. Room service is not until late afternoon. The breakfast was good. Busy at weekend. We were out of season so I can imagine it ..."

Reviewed on 8 Apr 2025

Scandic Copenhagen
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen
4 out of 5
Amager Boulevard 70, Copenhagen
The price is ฿5,109 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿5,109
฿6,386 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,188 reviews)
"Stayed two nights, the staff was very helpful and pleasant. Allowed us an early checkin which was super nice! The metro is five minutes away and takes you where you want to go."

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen
CABINN City Hotel
CABINN City Hotel
2 out of 5
Mitchellsgade 14, Copenhagen
The price is ฿2,452 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿2,452
฿3,065 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (2,141 reviews)
"Very small but pretty standard for Europe. Shower situation is not fun nowhere to keep things dry while showering and with 3 people in room very little room to move"

Reviewed on 12 Apr 2025

CABINN City Hotel
Admiral Hotel Copenhagen
Admiral Hotel Copenhagen
4 out of 5
Toldbodgade 24-28, Copenhagen
The price is ฿6,498 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
฿6,498
฿8,123 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
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! (2,039 reviews)
"Hotel was clean, friendly staff, great location."

Reviewed on 13 Apr 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
Church of Our Saviour which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a city

Christianshavn

Take time in Christianshavn to visit attractions like Christian's Church and Church of Our Saviour. 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
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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.

Holmen
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, 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.

Nørrebro

Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide