Christianshavn Travel Guide

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Have a lovely holiday in Christianshavn, enjoy its beautiful setting, small boats and colourful houses, and see how the traditions of the past meet modern city life.

In the Copenhagen neighbourhood of Christianshavn, you will get the perfect mix of old, traditional lifestyles and modern city life. Its surrounding canals, small boats, colourful houses and traditional guesthouses are all unique to the neighbourhood and are an invitation to come to this neighbourhood.

The neighbourhood takes its name from Christian IV, who started building this fortress town in 1617. It was originally intended as a place where Dutch immigrants would live, but it ended up being just your typical market town where many people decided to settle.

On a city break to Christianshavn, you will get to experience many exciting things. Walk past the Vor Frelser Kirke (Church of Our Saviour) and see the famous helix spire, and continue on to Freetown Christiania. Treat yourself to a meal in Noma, the world-renowned Michelin-starred restaurant. Buy a ticket for a performance at the Copenhagen Opera House, which is located in the northern part of Christianhavn, with Amalienborg Castle across the harbour. If you prefer something more relaxing, don't miss Papirøen, the home of Copenhagen Street Food.

Since 1990, Christianshavn has developed from an industrial area and working-class neighbourhood to an attractive residential area, which can be seen today from its new exclusive residential and apartment complexes. At the Dansk Arkitektur Center (Danish Architecture Centre), you can learn more about the architecture in Christianhavn, Copenhagen and the rest of the world.

Christianshavn is a peninsula on Amager Island and is linked to Zealand and the rest of Copenhagen by the Langebro and Knippelsbro bridges. When travelling around Christianshavn, walking is often best, or you can rent a bike or go for a drive along the waterfront. When you want to travel to or from the area, travelling by bus or underground is easiest.

Going to Christianshavn means experiencing a very special part of Copenhagen, all whilst having quick and easy access to the city's other many attractions and neighbourhoods.


Popular places to visit


Top hotels in Christianshavn

NH Collection Copenhagen

NH Collection Copenhagen

5 out of 5
Strandgade 7, Copenhagen
The price is ₹16,384 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
₹16,384
₹20,480 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy 2 restaurants, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,354 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

NH Collection Copenhagen
25hours Hotel Paper Island

25hours Hotel Paper Island

4 out of 5
25 Papiroen, Copenhagen
The price is ₹14,751 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
₹14,751
₹18,439 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Nyhavn and Tivoli ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (346 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel with an incredible view of the water from our room which had a massive window. Comfy bed and duvet. Short walk to Nyhaven too"

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

25hours Hotel Paper Island
CABINN Copenhagen

CABINN Copenhagen

3 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 1, Copenhagen
The price is ₹5,365 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
₹5,365
₹6,706 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7/10 Good! (6,490 reviews)
"Hotel is located in a great spot, only trouble is you can’t check in till 3pm. Didn’t have breakfast this time but was good value for money. Bathrooms are a bit small especially when you have a little one with you"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

CABINN Copenhagen
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

2 out of 5
Borgergade 9, Copenhagen
The price is ₹7,703 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
₹7,703
₹9,629 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (3,532 reviews)
Great location, would stay again
"Great location and value. I usually stay at higher end hotels but was pleasantly surprised by the cleanliness and how modern this place was. Except for a hair on the bathroom ceiling, the place was clean and comfortable."

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Tivoli Hotel

Tivoli Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 2, Copenhagen
The price is ₹10,814 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
₹10,814
₹13,518 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 restaurants and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,486 reviews)
"Vi var super glade, dog manglede der conditioner på badeværelset, og man skal nu tilkøbe badekåber. Det er lidt ærgerligt. Vil hellere man bare lægger beløbet oveni prisen for værelset. Super dejligt med se ud tjekning sammenlignet med de fleste andre steder."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Tivoli Hotel
Copenhagen Go Hotel

Copenhagen Go Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Gemmas Alle 203, Kastrup
The price is ₹5,124 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
₹5,124
₹6,406 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this eco-certified hotel in Kastrup. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,373 reviews)
"Check in was very easy. My blow dryer did t work. They were out of the shampoo/conditioner/lotion package to purchase. In pictures online they were in the room and was not clear that you had to purchase them. Check out was fast and easy"

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Copenhagen Go Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Christianshavn

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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
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Copenhagen City Centre

4.5/5(1,317 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
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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Sundbyerne

Beaches, restaurants and shopping highlight some notable features of Sundbyerne. Make a stop by DR Koncerthuset or Kastrup Fortress while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lergravsparken Station or Oresund Station to get around town.

Sundbyerne
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Amager Øst

While you're in Amager Øst, take in top sights like Amager Beach Park or Kastrup Fortress, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Oresund Station or Lergravsparken Station.

Amager Øst


Christianshavn Travel Guide