Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide

Copenhagen
Copenhagen which includes a bay or harbour
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

CABINN City Hotel
CABINN City Hotel
2 out of 5
Mitchellsgade 14, Copenhagen
The price is ₹8,552 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
₹8,552
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,826 reviews)
Small but comfy
"Room was very small but only really needed it to sleep in. It was very comfortable and served it's purpose"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

CABINN City Hotel
Scandic Copenhagen
Scandic Copenhagen
4 out of 5
Vester Søgade 6, Copenhagen
The price is ₹14,957 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
₹14,957
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
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! (1,552 reviews)
"Wonderful people"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Scandic Copenhagen
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
2 out of 5
Borgergade 9, Copenhagen
The price is ₹10,920 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
₹10,920
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,184 reviews)
"Great location! Simple but comfortable and everything I needed. Central location close to everything and easily walkable to all tourist attractions and especially the canal"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Scandic Spectrum
Scandic Spectrum
4 out of 5
KALVEBOD BRYGGE 10, Copenhagen
The price is ₹17,319 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
₹17,319
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
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 restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,443 reviews)
"Too busy in lobby. Not able to connect when needed to desk staff. Room with 2 twin beds very small. Resturant menu limited."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Scandic Spectrum
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 35, Copenhagen
The price is ₹8,810 per night from 5 Jun to 6 Jun
₹8,810
per night
5 Jun - 6 Jun
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,250 reviews)
"Property was well located, close the central station and Tivoli Park"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Skt. Petri
Skt. Petri
5 out of 5
Krystalgade 22, Copenhagen
The price is ₹16,438 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹16,438
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,352 reviews)
"This was the 3rd time staying here in 4 months. The construction noise did start up way before 9 am so that was disappointing but everything else was lovely."

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Skt. Petri
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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 Christiansborg Palace Chapel.

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 Copenhagen 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 Superkilen Park 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 Landbohojskolens Have, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Frederiksberg Allé Station or Forum Station.

Frederiksberg C


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