Sydhavn Travel Guide
Copenhagen
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.
Bella Center
Learn about the events happening in Bella Center during your trip to Copenhagen. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Royal Arena
Catch an event at Royal Arena and enjoy other activities in Copenhagen such as cycling.Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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.
Copenhagen Zoo
Come and see the state-of-the-art elephant enclosure, the observation tower and animals from around the world in this historic Danish zoo.
Things to do
Hamlet and Sweden Tour - Two Countries in one day !
Copenhagen Red Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Boat Option
City Sightseeing Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Home of Carlsberg Experience Entry Ticket
Copenhagen Bus and Boat ticket, Valid 48 Hours
Top hotels in Sydhavn
Scandic Sluseholmen
"This was a ideal hotel good breakfast and clean rooms helpful staff and well located for all public transport and lots of parking"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
"Not really."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Tivoli Hotel
"We loved our stay at Tivoli, we wish we could have stayed longer. The hotel was lovely, the staff were so helpful and my children loved their time in the spa. My only slight frustration was with the lifts so we used the stairs."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
CABINN Copenhagen
"The location was great. We stayed twice. First was two nights when the TV did not work but as maintenance staff do not work weekends, no one cared. Breakfest was cold/empty shelf. The room was like a cgeap camper with the toilet in the shower. No tossues. Secont stay they kept us waiting from 0820 ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
"It’s a no frills barebones hotel. Rooms are Small. Rooms are not well maintained but the staff are lovely and it’s well located. Basically. It’s value for money but do not expect luxury"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
CABINN Metro Hotel
"Was advertised as soundproof rooms with blackout blinds but neither true. You could hear the cleaners clattering around in the room nextdoor before 7am which added injury to insult as there is no service if stays are below four nights."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sydhavn
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.
Valby
Valby is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Langgade Station or Vigerslev Allé Station to explore sights like Nordisk Film Rundvisning.
Islands Brygge
Islands Brygge is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Islands Brygge Harbour Baths or Mogens Dahl Concert Hall.
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.
Amager Vest
If you're spending time in Amager Vest, check out sights like Field's Shopping Centre or Royal Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bella Center Station or Sundby Station.
Frederiksberg C
While you're in Frederiksberg C, take in top sights like Værnedamsvej or Forum Copenhagen, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Frederiksberg Allé Station or Forum Station.
