Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide

Copenhagen

Nyhavn featuring a marina, night scenes and a city
Nyhavn featuring a marina, night scenes and a city
Copenhagen which includes a bay or harbour
Copenhagen City Centre
Copenhagen City Centre featuring a bridge and a river or creek

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 £73 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
£73
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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! (3,792 reviews)
Good location

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade

2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 35 Copenhagen
The price is £67 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
£67
29 Mar - 30 Mar
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! (3,154 reviews)
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Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Scandic Spectrum

Scandic Spectrum

4 out of 5
KALVEBOD BRYGGE 10 Copenhagen
The price is £118 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
£118
30 Mar - 31 Mar
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! (3,263 reviews)
Bra frukost rikt utbud. Små rum, trånga, dåligt städat. Mycket dåliga möjligheter att lämna bagage, begränsat i tid och utrymme.

Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Scandic Spectrum
Scandic Copenhagen

Scandic Copenhagen

4 out of 5
Vester Søgade 6 Copenhagen
The price is £111 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
£111
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,263 reviews)
Great hotel, good position, value for money.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Scandic Copenhagen
Hotel Kong Arthur

Hotel Kong Arthur

4 out of 5
Nørre Søgade 11 Copenhagen
The price is £138 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
£138
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (2,151 reviews)
Beautifully curated hotel. The spaces are relaxing, the cozy hour is serene. The spa offers a peaceful and rejuvenating experience. Well situated for everything you want to do in Copenhagen. Highly recommend this as a place to stay.

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026

Hotel Kong Arthur
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen

4 out of 5
Amager Boulevard 70 Copenhagen
The price is £116 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
£116
15 Mar - 16 Mar
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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,742 reviews)
The hotel was really close to the city centre and metro was only a 5 minute walk.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen
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Other neighbourhoods around Copenhagen City Centre

Palace still in use by Danish parliament.

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
Church of Our Saviour which includes religious aspects, a church or cathedral and a city

Christianshavn

Take time in Christianshavn to visit attractions like Copenhagen Opera House and Loppen. 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 Opera House featuring modern architecture, theatre scenes and a city

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
Christiania is lovely and kooky and tame. Female blacksmiths, gardens, and any variety of cannabis abound. No wonder everyone is mellow. #copenhagen #denmark #travel #signs #danish

Christiania

You'll enjoy the restaurants and live music in Christiania. You might want to make time for a stop at Christiania Beach or Loppen.

Christiania
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, Natural History Museum of Denmark and Mod Lyset 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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