Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide

Copenhagen

Copenhagen City Centre
Copenhagen City Centre
Copenhagen City Centre
Copenhagen City Centre
Copenhagen City Centre

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.


Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Copenhagen City Centre

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

2 out of 5
Borgergade 9 Copenhagen
The price is £92 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
£92
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (3,853 reviews)
Very convenient Gen Z oriented. They changed early checking fee. Location is right near center and metro to airport. Overall clean and

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade

2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 35 Copenhagen
The price is £79 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
£79
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (3,199 reviews)
Not for family at all… The TV does not support HDMI cable or anything else. it says it have screen cast but nothing would work.. Secondly, it says it have black out curtains which is total lie. 5 am feels like 12 pm

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Scandic Spectrum

Scandic Spectrum

4 out of 5
KALVEBOD BRYGGE 10 Copenhagen
The price is £173 per night from 3 May to 4 May
£173
3 May - 4 May
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! (3,325 reviews)
This is a hotel that feels as if they are cutting corners and hoping you won’t notice. Breakfast was just a little disappointing they were clearly limiting the choices eg the bacon was lardons, there was one cheese, the pastries were pecan or croissants only. They also charged to keep your luggage ...

Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Scandic Spectrum
CABINN City Hotel

CABINN City Hotel

2 out of 5
Mitchellsgade 14 Copenhagen
The price is £59 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
£59
27 Apr - 28 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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! (2,842 reviews)
Incredibly tiny rooms, so if you only need a place to sleep, it is great. Clean. Comfy pillows and duvets. Walkable to tourist destinations.

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

CABINN City Hotel
Next House Copenhagen - Hostel

Next House Copenhagen - Hostel

2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 27 Copenhagen
The price is £62 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
£62
27 Apr - 28 Apr
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! (1,488 reviews)
Facilities were quite good. I think guest shouldn’t pay extra for kitchen and gym. Rooms are too small. General Experience is good

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Next House Copenhagen - Hostel
Imperial Hotel

Imperial Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Vester Farimagsgade 9 Copenhagen
The price is £135 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£135
17 May - 18 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (874 reviews)
Lack of drinking water in room

Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Imperial Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Copenhagen City Centre

Slotsholmen

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
Christianshavn

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.

Christianshavn
Holmen

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, Denmark, A street in the famous Meatpacking district.

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
Shots around Copenhagen Denmark

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, Mod Lyset and Natural History Museum of Denmark are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Skjolds Plads Station or Nørrebros Runddel Station to get around.

Nørrebro
frederiksberg castle

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


Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide

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