Copenhagen City Centre Travel Guide
Copenhagen
Visit Copenhagen City Centre
Popular places to visit
Tivoli Gardens
This action-packed amusement park in the heart of Copenhagen is a great destination for families. It is one of the oldest theme parks in the world.
Nyhavn
Copenhagen’s historic harbor precinct has been transformed into a quaint entertainment area full of restaurants and taverns.
Strøget
You can do some window-shopping at Strøget during your visit to Copenhagen. Amble around this trendy area's waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
City Hall Square
You can learn about the history of Copenhagen when you stop by City Hall Square. Amble around this trendy area's waterfront or seek out the cycling trails.
Kongens Nytorv
Learn about the local history of Copenhagen when you take a trip to Kongens Nytorv. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Copenhagen Opera House
Designed by a famous architect from Denmark, this waterfront venue attracts both opera and architecture lovers from around the world.
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Top hotels in Copenhagen City Centre
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
The room was just what we needed. We had a layover and needed a place to sleep for about 6 hours. There were two of us, and the room was compact but did the job. It was close to the town square with plenty to do. The only complaint was what you got for the price you paid for a breakfast voucher. ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026
Scandic Spectrum
Everything was neat in the room and the check-in and check-out was super easy.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Room was clean and nice. Staff was ok
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Scandic Copenhagen
Clean room and helpful staff. Bar downstairs with a good selection and shop, both a bit pricey. Lack of a mini fridge in room was annoying but everything else was pleasant and free luggage storage was nice. Hotel is in an incredible area, very safe and right next to tivoli, a 7-11 and bike racks ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hotel Kong Arthur
Huge room, spotless. Lovely staff, Free drink in the lounge everyday at 5pm. Understated, Very spacious commnunal areas. Well placed for Norreport and trips into Frederijsberg & Norrebro.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Hotel Bella Grande
The first room was not great (a bit dank) but I was relocated and upgraded quickly and very pleasantly by a very efficient, helpful member of staff (Esterra) to a nice room. In fact, overall the staff were great and the hotel had a very relaxed feel. There is a fitness room that maybe could do with ...
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Copenhagen City Centre
Slotsholmen
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Slotsholmen. You might want to make time for a stop at Christiansborg Palace Chapel or Folketinget.
Christianshavn
Take time in Christianshavn to visit attractions like Copenhagen Opera House and Overgaden. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Christianshavn Station to see more of the 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.
København V
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.
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.
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 Mod Lyset are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Skjolds Plads Station or Nørrebros Runddel Station to get around.
