Discover Copenhagen’s 200 best spots for your trip

Nyhavn

★ 4.7 · 8,996 reviews

Wander along Nyhavn, Copenhagen's most photographed canal. Stroll past rows of colourful townhouses and antique wooden ships, then settle at a waterfront café to watch the harbour life go by.

SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst

★ 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.

Tivoli Gardens

★ 4.5 · 94,671 reviews

Step into Tivoli Gardens, the century-old amusement park in the middle of Copenhagen. Ride the antique roller coaster, stroll the gardens, and catch a concert or theatre show before dinner at one of the restaurants.

Rosenborg Castle

★ 4.6 · 27,764 reviews

Explore Rosenborg Castle, Copenhagen's Renaissance royal palace in the heart of the King's Garden. Walk through period royal chambers and see the Danish crown jewels and regalia up close.

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

★ 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.

TorvehallerneKBH

★ 4.5 · 16,866 reviews

Wander TorvehallerneKBH, Copenhagen's covered market spread across two glass halls. Graze on fresh bread, cheese and gourmet bites, then pick up local produce, drinks and desserts to take along.

Amalienborg Palace

★ 4.5 · 33,174 reviews

Step into Amalienborg, where the Danish royal family still lives around a grand octagonal square. Tour the museum's royal interiors and treasury, then watch the guards in front of the palaces.

The King's Garden

★ 4.6 · 13,962 reviews

Wander into The King's Garden, Copenhagen's oldest royal park right beside Rosenborg Castle. Follow tree-lined paths past flower beds and pavilions, then settle on a lawn in the heart of the city.

Christiansborg Palace

★ 4.6 · 22,793 reviews

Explore Christiansborg Palace, where Denmark's government sits above the ruins of medieval castles. Walk through gilded reception rooms and the Great Hall, then descend to the remains below.

The Little Mermaid

★ 4.1 · 40,417 reviews

Meet Copenhagen's most famous statue, the Little Mermaid, perched on her rock at Langelinie. Follow the harbour promenade to reach her, then take a few minutes for photos and the waterfront view.

National Museum of Denmark

★ 4.5 · 14,419 reviews

Explore the National Museum of Denmark, set in an 18th-century mansion in central Copenhagen. Trace Danish history from the first settlers onward, with the Viking collections as a standout.

Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

★ 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.

Noma

★ 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.

Indre By

Explore Indre By, the historic heart of Copenhagen. Walk from the royal palaces of Amalienborg through boutique-lined streets and past museums, pausing at cafés as the old city unfolds around you.

Illums Bolighus

★ 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.

Geranium

★ 4.7 · 984 reviews

Step into Geranium, the eighth-floor tasting-menu restaurant in Østerbro. Work through carefully paced courses, pick a drink pairing from the menu letter, and take in the panoramic city views between dishes.

Church of Our Saviour

★ 4.6 · 10,299 reviews

Climb the Church of Our Saviour, whose spire is wrapped by an exterior spiral staircase. Work up the 400 steps to a narrow summit with panoramic views across Copenhagen's rooftops and harbour.

Frederik's Church

★ 4.6 · 10,858 reviews

Step inside Frederik's Church, the Marble Church beneath Scandinavia's biggest dome. Admire the soaring circular interior, and if timing allows, join one of the small dome visits for a view over central Copenhagen.

Alchemist

★ 4.8 · 820 reviews

Step into Alchemist, Copenhagen's immersive take on fine dining where the evening is as theatrical as the food. Spend around four hours moving through inventive, sensory courses, with a sommelier pairing if you want the full experience.

Jægersborg Dyrehave

★ 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.

Schønnemann

★ 4.7 · 2,368 reviews

Discover Schønnemann, the Indre By lunch institution devoted to Danish open sandwiches. Share a few smørrebrød, from beef tartare to smoked eel, with a small glass of schnapps alongside.

Juno the bakery

★ 4.7 · 4,514 reviews

Join the queue at one of Copenhagen's most talked-about bakeries. Taste freshly baked pastries with a coffee in a lively neighbourhood.

Magasin du Nord

★ 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.

Skt. Peders Bageri

★ 4.7 · 3,165 reviews

Taste a classic cinnamon roll in a traditional bakery in central Copenhagen. Sit in the cosy room and pick from the pastry counter.

Kadeau

★ 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.

Reffen - Copenhagen Street Food

★ 4.6 · 13,429 reviews

Wander through Reffen, Copenhagen's sprawling street food market, and see why it draws crowds all year. Sample dishes from stalls around the world, grab a local beer and settle in for the entertainment.

Frederiksberg Have

★ 4.7 · 6,882 reviews

Wander Frederiksberg Have, an English-style garden of canals, lakes and bridges around an 18th-century palace. Follow the waterways at a relaxed pace and pause on the open green lawns.

CopenHill

★ 4.5 · 2,572 reviews

Ski, hike or climb on the roof of a power plant with views across Copenhagen. A quirky stop for travellers who like unusual places.

Royal Copenhagen

★ 4.6 · 591 reviews

Step into Royal Copenhagen, the historic Indre By flagship of Denmark's celebrated porcelain house. Admire current designs, wander up to the on-site museum of past collections, and learn how the china is made from the friendly staff.

Canal Cruise with Guide

★ 4.6 · 12,918 reviews

Climb aboard the Canal Cruise with Guide in Indre By for an easy hour on the water. Glide past royal palaces, the Little Mermaid and the old stock exchange while commentary explains the city around you.