Best Things to Do in Copenhagen in Autumn
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From the classic Jægersborg Dyrehave and Magasin du Nord, to lesser-known spots worth adding to your trip.
★ 4.8 · 1,077 reviews
Step into Jægersborg Dyrehave, a woodland reserve just 20 minutes from Copenhagen where wild deer roam beneath ancient oaks. Walk or cycle the long forest paths toward the Baroque palace, watching for herds along the way.
★ 4.2 · 17,449 reviews
Browse fashion, beauty and homeware in one of Scandinavia's oldest department stores. A convenient stop on a shopping day in the city centre.
★ 4.6 · 15,264 reviews
Discover Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, Copenhagen's temple of antique sculpture and 19th-century art in Indre By. Wander among Mediterranean statues, French and Danish masters, and the palm-filled Winter Garden.
★ 4.2 · 7,473 reviews
Shop designer labels across five floors and finish with a meal on the rooftop. A stylish stop for shoppers and couples in central Copenhagen.
★ 4.7 · 4,094 reviews
Settle into The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage, Copenhagen's historic Royal Danish Theatre on Kongens Nytorv. Take in a ballet, opera or concert beneath chandeliers and decorated ceilings in a 19th-century hall.
★ 4.4 · 3,035 reviews
Browse Scandinavian design in a flagship store for homeware and interiors. A stylish stop for couples and design lovers in Copenhagen.
★ 4.7 · 17,878 reviews
Escape to Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, perched by the water at Humlebæk. Wander indoor galleries and outdoor sculpture-park lawns, take in temporary shows, and pause at the cafe before heading back by train.
★ 4.7 · 532 reviews
Book a table at Kadeau, the intimate New Nordic restaurant in Indre By. Sit down for a long tasting menu of 16 to 18 courses, each plate carefully presented in a quiet, comfortable room.
★ 4.6 · 6,771 reviews
Step into SMK, the National Gallery of Denmark in central Copenhagen. Move through centuries of art from Renaissance masterpieces to modern works, and catch a temporary exhibition along the way.
★ 4.7 · 335 reviews
Descend into King Hans Cellar, the Indre By restaurant that has been serving diners since 1976. Work through refined courses beneath Gothic arches, and sample pastries from the cellar bakery.
★ 4.6 · 406 reviews
Begin a Copenhagen coffee crawl at Enghave Kaffe in København V. Order a specialty coffee from a friendly barista and pick something fresh from the day's baked breads and pastries.
★ 4.8 · 359 reviews
Stop at Impact Roasters in Valby for a proper coffee away from the city-centre crowds. Taste fresh, aromatic drinks from a friendly team and see why locals and visitors rate it so highly.
★ 4.5 · 161 reviews
Pause at Kontra Coffee in København Ø for a quiet, thoughtful coffee break. Sip a pure matcha latte or cappuccino and enjoy a cheese-and-butter bread roll in a peaceful, well-lit room.
★ 4.5 · 392 reviews
Drop into Minas Kaffebar in Nørrebro for an unfussy, local coffee break. Enjoy a well-made coffee with toast or a pastry, at prices that suit a tight budget.
★ 4.1 · 47 reviews
Duck into Riccos Kaffebar, a charming cafe tucked inside a museum in Indre By. Order a brie sandwich or a coffee and enjoy a relaxed, reasonably priced break between sights.
★ 4.5 · 318 reviews
Warm up at Rist, a small, cosy Vesterbro cafe with a touch of French charm. Sip a strong coffee and try a freshly baked pastry or yoghurt with granola in an unhurried neighbourhood setting.
★ 4.1 · 192 reviews
Pause at Yellow Bird Coffee, a hyggelig little cafe right by the beach in København S. Try the sourdough buns with cheese and whipped butter and sip a latte with a sea view nearby.
★ 4.2 · 716 reviews
Take a break at Original Coffee inside Illum, in the middle of Copenhagen's shopping district. Enjoy a soft cinnamon roll or hot chocolate in a cosy spot with a view over the centre.
★ 5.0 · 424 reviews
Seek out Buna & Co. in Vesterbro, a café so well liked that visitors come back several times in one trip. Sip a strong, distinctive coffee and sample the thoughtful food menu in a calm, welcoming room.
★ 4.5 · 1,609 reviews
Settle in at Social Brew, a trendy Indre By brunch spot with a loyal following. Order the vegan scrambled tofu plate or a classic breakfast alongside a coffee in its bright, aesthetic space.
★ 4.7 · 677 reviews
Drop into The Artisan Copenhagen in Nørrebro for coffee made from beans roasted on site. Enjoy an iced latte or espresso with a cookie, indoors or at the outdoor seats.
★ 4.7 · 253 reviews
Seek out Wild horses, a cute neighbourhood cafe in København SV beloved by locals. Bite into a crispy sandwich or a lavender and lime pastry, paired with a carefully made coffee.
★ 4.6 · 581 reviews
Step into Det Vide Hus on Gothersgade for an espresso in a cozy, understated setting. Drink it in or take it away, and finish with the mango ice cream sandwich.
★ 4.3 · 398 reviews
Start your day at Copenhagen Coffee Lab on Strandlodsvej in København S, a cozy café that works well as a hotel-breakfast alternative. Pair a latte or filter coffee with a crispy croissant or a lemon bun.
★ 4.4 · 568 reviews
Stop by Risteriet Coffee on Halmtorvet, just a short walk from Central Station. Enjoy a coffee with a croissant or the breakfast combo in a cosy room with a relaxed soundtrack.
★ 4.9 · 856 reviews
Visit ROAST Coffee, a modern coffee shop with its own roastery on Vestmannagade. Order a rich espresso or a clean pour-over and enjoy it with a baked treat in the calm, tidy space.
★ 4.4 · 662 reviews
Slow down at Alice, a cozy Amager Øst café that built its reputation on a single bun. Order the cardamom snurre with a cold brew and settle in to read or talk.
★ 4.6 · 2,420 reviews
Experience Noma, René Redzepi's celebrated restaurant, where the menu follows the season. Settle in for a multi-course tasting dinner and watch a thoughtful, down-to-earth team at work in the kitchen.
★ 4.6 · 4,583 reviews
Experience Høst, the Nordic restaurant in Indre By with its whitewashed walls and rustic wooden tables. Work through a multi-course menu of refined, creative plates in a cozy, relaxed room.
★ 4.6 · 1,223 reviews
Slip into H A N S Coffee for a quiet pause in central Copenhagen. Enjoy a flaky croissant and a well-made coffee in a calm Nordic interior, away from the busier streets.
Copenhagen · 🌳 Nature
Jægersborg Dyrehave
2h30
Copenhagen · 🛍️ Shopping
Magasin du Nord
1h
Copenhagen · 🎨 Museum
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
1h30
ILLUM
Copenhagen · 🎭 Entertainment
The Royal Playhouse and The Old Stage
Illums Bolighus
45 min
Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
Copenhagen · 🍽️ Food
Kadeau
SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst
King Hans Cellar
1h45
Copenhagen · ☕ Coffeebreak
Enghave Kaffe
25 min
Impact Roasters
Kontra Coffee
Minas Kaffebar
Riccos Kaffebar
Rist
Yellow Bird Coffee
20 min
Original Coffee
Buna & Co.
Social Brew
The Artisan Copenhagen
Wild horses
Det Vide Hus
Copenhagen Coffee Lab - Strandlodsvej
Risteriet Coffee Halmtorvet
ROAST Coffee
Alice
Noma
3h30
Høst
H A N S Coffee
