Copenhagen, Denmark City Guide

Copenhagen, the capital of Denmark, is one of my favorite cities I’ve ever been to. It’s a colorful city filled with beautiful architecture, picturesque canals, warm people, and amazing food. I have the privilege of having a Dane marry into my family so when I had the opportunity to go with him back to his motherland I jumped on the opportunity. I’m so glad that I did because I got the 5 star treatment and the inside scoop on how to visit Copenhagen like a local. My new Danish friends helped me create the ultimate guide to Copenhagen and here is what we recommend!

Things To See:

♦ Nyhavn – Literally every picture when you Google Copenhagen is of this. Nyhavn (pronounced new-hound) is the colorful canal with traditional Danish buildings

♦ Freetown Christiania – This hippie town is a large commune regulated by their own special law. Take a stroll through it and see all of the murals and hippies. Forewarning: don’t take pictures!

♦ Little Mermaid Statue – this bronze statue has been a symbol of Copenhagen since 1913 and was built by Edvard Eriksen based off the fairy tale from the famous Danish book “The Little Mermaid” by Hans Christian Andersen

♦ Amalienborg Palace – The four identical palaces are home to the Royal Danish family

♦ Federik’s Church – Also known as the ‘Marble Church’ this beautiful church has the largest copper dome in Scandinavia

♦ Torvehallerne – This AMAZING market is home to delicious food stalls, restaurants, markets, and bars. A must stop if you love delicious food

♦ Copenhagen Opera House

Things To Do:

♦ Take a canal tour at Nyhavn and learn about the history of the canals, architecture, and city

♦ Rent a bike for the day and take it for a spin around the very biker friendly city, taking in the cool Scandinavian vibe

♦ Ride your bike over to Paper Island for some of the most delicious street food you can imagine

♦ Take a walk and shop on Strøget Street. Make sure to buy pottery from the very famous Tortus shop

♦ Take a tour of Carlsberg Brewery

♦ Take a tour of Christianborg Palace and riding grounds. Make sure to climb the tower for amazing views of the city

♦ Shop and eat everything at Torvehallerne Market

♦ Stop at Tivoli Garden and unleash your inner child and ride EVERY ride there. Fun fact: Michael Jackson tried to buy it

♦ Take a leisurely stroll in Langeline Park and all surrounding beautiful parks around the city

Where To Eat:

Breakfast:

♦ The Coffee Collective – Stop here for some of the BEST coffee you’ve ever had. The Danes are serious about their coffee

♦ Granola – A charming coffee house

♦ D’Angleterre – Fancy a fancy brunch? This is a world famous brunch in the beautiful Hotel D’Angleterre

♦ Ipsen & Co – Cute small coffee shop

♦ Cafe Afelier September – Old cafe located in an old design shop. Great for lunch too!

♦ The Union Kitchen – Delicious brunch

♦ Kalaset – Funky Cafe with a popular brunch

Lunch:

♦ Told & Snaps – Try a classic Danish specialty smørrebrød (open faced sandwich)

♦ Wulff + Konstali Food Shop – Great quick lunch in a cool setting

♦ Slotskælderen – Smørrebrød restaurant since 1910

♦ Torvehallerne – This market has everything you need from a quick sandwich to a sit down meal. Check out the restaurant Un Mercado and tell my friend Andres you want the Porchetta! You won’t be disappointed

♦ Café Dyrehaven – trendy lunch hangout with funky decor

♦ Zeleste – French dishes with a Nordic twist