Tivoli Gardens
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[0.6 miles]
It may be short on scary rollercoasters, but this historic, fairytale theme park captures Copenhagen’s soul.
Best for ages: 4+ | £15
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A high-end hostel with seriously cool credentials, perfect for urban adventurers looking for an affordable stay. Once home to the Danish Union of Metalworkers, the building has an industrial design of steel, concrete and exposed pipework; form follows function with every square inch utilized.
Dorms are divided between four and six-bed rooms, each with private pods, and there is a selection of tiny doubles and singles for greater privacy. Women-only dorms can also be requested.
Practical plus points include a laundry room, kitchen and workstations with a selection of iPads; check-in can also be done via an app with a mobile phone functioning as a room key.
Chill out in a lively games room, swimming pool and cinema, or join locals in the bar for some of the city’s cheapest craft beers.
A quiet waterside setting offers an escape from the busy city, although action is never far away. Both the Central Station and Tivoli Gardens are only a 10-minute walk, while the hip Meatpacking District (a hub of restaurants and breweries in converted factories) and Vesterbro (a former red light district with gritty charm) sit on the doorstep.
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Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[0.6 miles]
It may be short on scary rollercoasters, but this historic, fairytale theme park captures Copenhagen’s soul.
Best for ages: 4+ | £15
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[1 miles]
Unearth Denmark’s fascinating cultural history, from prehistoric to modern times, at this world-class museum.
Best for ages: 13+ | £13
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[1.5 miles]
A splendid Renaissance castle in the city centre, home to Denmark’s crown jewels, a collection of precious gems – including some of the world’s finest emeralds – and displays of weapons, scientific instruments, a set of toy soldiers and other royal treasures.
Best for ages: 13+ | £15
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[1.8 miles]
Unmissable boat tours through the city’s historic centre, ideal for seeing all of the main sights and getting an insight into the city’s culture and history along the way.
Best for ages: 4+ | £10 | 1+ hours
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Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[0.5 miles]
Started in 2007 by two friends, this pioneering craft beer success story has since spread to multiple cities, including Stockholm and San Francisco. A Copenhagen institution now recognised worldwide, it’s the place to go for consistently great tasting beer and some enticingly experimental brews.
Best for ages: 18+ | Free
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[0.8 miles]
The city’s historical museum showcases hundreds of years of history dating back to the Vikings, through interactive exhibits, installations, and local historical artefacts. Worth a visit for history buffs and anyone interested to understand where the city came from, and how events have created and shaped the buzzing metropolis it is today.
Best for ages: 13+ | £11
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[0.9 miles]
This treasure trove of art and archaeological artefacts is in two parts; there’s a fine collection of antiquities from Ancient Egypt, Ancient Greece, Rome, and Etruscan Cultures. The modern collection features French sculpture from the 19th century – notably sculptures by Rodin – French Impressionist painting from 1800 to 1950, notably by Paul Gauguin, and a collection of Danish Golden Age Art.
Best for ages: 18+ | £14
Copenhagen, Capital Region of Denmark, Denmark[1 miles]
A foodie hotspot, in a global culinary capital, is not to be missed. This gourmet food market sees a plethora of seasonal foods for sale, alongside more staple Danish specialties like fresh pastries. Food stalls aplenty offer tempting treats to snaffle on the go or at the outdoor tables.
Best for ages: 8+ | Free
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