Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide

Copenhagen

A waterfront with buildings, boats, and a moon in the sky.
A harbor with colorful buildings and several sailboats docked.
A narrow street lined with colorful shops and a large ice cream cone sign.
A wooden dock with green chairs and a palm tree by the water.
A serene lake with lily pads, surrounded by lush greenery and a historic building with domed towers in the background.

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 £102 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£102
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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! (4,174 reviews)
"Convenient, close to everything, good staff and clean room."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade

2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 35 Copenhagen
The price is £96 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£96
28 Jul - 29 Jul
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (3,455 reviews)
"A large hotel 5 minutes walk from the main railway station. The room was fairly basic but perfectly adequate. Decent breakfast (for an additional cost). I had no issues. For the price I paid (a lot cheaper than most places here) I was happy with what I got, and would stay there again."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen

4 out of 5
Amager Boulevard 70 Copenhagen
The price is £154 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
£154
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,005 reviews)
"Breakfast was good"

Reviewed on 23 Jul 2026

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen
Next House Copenhagen - Hostel

Next House Copenhagen - Hostel

2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 27 Copenhagen
The price is £104 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
£104
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 4 bars/lounges and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,594 reviews)
"Huge place! and crazy busy. The staff are great and very helpful. The rooms are fab, my only complaint is the lifts are beyond slow and take ages to arrive. Had a wonderful stay"

Reviewed on 24 Jul 2026

Next House Copenhagen - Hostel
Phoenix Copenhagen

Phoenix Copenhagen

4.5 out of 5
Bredgade 37 Copenhagen
The price is £177 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£177
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,073 reviews)
"Great property and it was very clean and central to everything."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Phoenix Copenhagen
Scandic Spectrum

Scandic Spectrum

4 out of 5
KALVEBOD BRYGGE 10 Copenhagen
The price is £199 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
£199
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,405 reviews)
"The junior suite was very small, dark and not cozy. The staff was not helpful. Tiny wardrobe with 2 hanvers,attached please find the picture. Location not very good..."

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026

Scandic Spectrum
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.

Where to stay in Copenhagen City Centre

Find the best Copenhagen City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Copenhagen City Centre
Learn more about Copenhagen City Centre

Vesterbro

Vesterbro is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Enghave Plads Station or Dybbølsbro Station to explore sights like Vega.

Christianshavn

Take time in Christianshavn to visit attractions like Copenhagen Opera House and Danish Architecture Centre. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Christianshavn Station to see more of the city.

Nørrebro

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 Jægersborggade are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Skjolds Plads Station or Nørrebros Runddel Station to get around.

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.

Østerbro

The restaurants and waterfront are just a few things visitors like about Østerbro. Parken Stadium and Faelledparken are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Poul Henningsens Plads Station or Svanemøllen Station to get around the larger area.



Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide

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