Things To Do in Copenhagen

With a dizzying array of second-hand furniture, lamps, toys, Danish memorabilia and an infinite list of other bits and bobs for sale in this huge warehouse, you could easily be lost for days searching for that bargain of the century. Read more ›

A flea market on an industrial scale

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Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

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With an enviable setting right on the coast and surrounded by lakes and green spaces dotted with sculptures, Louisiana has one of the most beautiful settings imaginable for displaying and appreciating art. The exhibitions are well-curated and the buildings that house them are so subtle that they seem to grow out of the landscape around them. Read more ›

Art on the beach

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Let me take you on a fun walking tour around central Copenhagen, where I’ll share stories about kings and queens, and great fires! Oh, and lots about life as a Dane nowadays as well.

Customised Walking Tour of Copenhagen with a Local

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Cycling the City

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It's cheap, it's easy, it's healthy, it saves you time and hassle, and allows you to really explore the sights independently and at your own pace. Cycling around Copenhagen is simply the best way of discovering this city, so dust off your knees, make like a hamster and get peddling. Read more ›

It's the only way to go

Cycling the City

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Assistens Kirkegård

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Despite it being a cemetery and one full of respected great Danes such as Hans Christian Andersen, Søren Kierkegaard and Niels Bohr, Assistens is not the reverent and sombre place you might expect it to be, so pick any sunny afternoon and you'll find plenty of locals hanging out and enjoying this alternative little slice of heaven. Read more ›

Cemetery of the Stars

Assistens Kirkegård

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Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

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Commissioned by Carlsberg brewing magnate Carl Jacobsen in 1888, this beautiful and imposing building next door to Tivoli houses Northern Europe’s largest collection of ancient Mediterranean art as well as a fine collection of French Impressionist paintings. Read more ›

Museum of classics

Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

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Kastrup Søbad

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Architectural gem & local swimming spot

Kastrup Søbad

Towards the airport end of Amager beach there’s a long wooden pier that stretches out into the sea to meet a curious shell-shaped structure. Besides offering swimmers wind protection and easy access to deeper waters, it’s a picturesque place to relax and catch some rays. It even has a couple of diving boards and built-in chairs and tables. Read more ›

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We’ll share Vesterbro’s colourful story through visits to dive bars and gourmet beer places. Learn about the history of porn and prostitution in Copenhagen, see firsthand how gentrification can change a place, visit the revamped Meatpacking District and much, much more...

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Bolsjefabrikken

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Housed in an abandoned warehouse and run by volunteers that focus on social and political activities, this alternative cultural institution is a non-profit, non-commercial space that aims to foster the work of young artists, musicians and performers alike. Read more ›

The Candy Factory

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Netto-Bådene

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At only 40kr for an hour-long tour, a trip on Copenhagen's canals is a not only a bargain but an excellent way of catching many of the city's main sights, and without the irritation (or the humiliation) of sitting on a tour bus in traffic. Read more ›

Canal boat tour

Netto-Bådene

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Kongens Have

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Originally designed as the private gardens of Rosenborg Castle, Kongens Have is the oldest and busiest park in Copenhagen. With rose gardens, fountains and sculptures, it is an atmospheric oasis that is always heaving with a sea of humanity in summer. Read more ›

The King's Garden

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Dyrehaven

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This immense and beautifully wild park just north of Copenhagen has been attracting city dwellers with its roaming deer and protected forests for centuries now. Visitors can also take a tour of The Hermitage (Eremitageslottet), the former king's baroque hunting lodge. Read more ›

Deer Park

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See the Unknown Copenhagen by Bike

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If you’ve already seen Copenhagen’s Little Mermaid, Nyhavn, and other tourist highlights, discover the hidden side of the city on our 4-hour bike tour. See the hand-built huts and gardens of Nokken’s allotments, admire innovative Sluseholmen, and discover other tucked-away haunts.

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Vester Vov Vov

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Recently restored and with a charm that's hard to find in this age of mind-numbingly generic multiplexes, this tiny cinema is the oldest café-cinema in the country and one of a dwindling number of independent operators still showing niche films with limited distribution. Read more ›

Charming French-influenced cinema

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Cinemateket

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Housed on the ground floor of The Danish Film Institute, Cinemateket is a national treasure that screens a wide range of classics and themed film series. The films are often art-house, rare or cult in nature, so don't miss the chance to get your eyeballs and minds vigorously massaged in this Mecca for movie lovers. Read more ›

A highly reputable rep cinema

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Tivoli

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I dare you not to have a good time here. So yeah, sure, it's mostly for kids, it's expensive as all hell and the attractions aren't all that. But very few places do you an amusement park smack in the middle of town. That alone merits at least an entry ticket. And It has one of the worlds oldest roller coasters. Read more ›

A bit of everyday magic

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Rosenborg Slot

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Most locals only notice Rosenborg when they're lazing about in the sun in the surrounding Kongens Have park, but this beautiful Dutch Renaissance-style 17th century palace is the only reason the park is there at all. Both were built for King Christian IV, and it's worth a visit to see how the other half (or rather one-billionth) lived. Read more ›

Castle away

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Copenhagen Contemporary Architecture Bike Tour

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Get a unique insight into how architecture and urban planning contribute to Copenhagen’s current ranking as one of the world’s most liveable cities on a fascinating 3-hour bike tour with a local architect.

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Superkilen

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Playground, park, bazaar, bike path, picnic area, sports field, rendezvous point, world fair, Superkilen in Nørrebro is all of these things and a park like no other in the world. Most of all, it is a celebration of city life and the many cultures that make up Nørrebro’s population. Read more ›

The coolest park you've ever seen

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Den Sorte Diamant

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With an exterior made of shimmering black granite and a sublime interior of undulating balconies, this learning cathedral of concrete, glass and steel is the epitome of modern Scandinavian architecture and a Copenhagen landmark. Read more ›

A gem of a library

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Botanisk Have

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This oasis in the city centre is a wonderful place to introduce kids to the natural world, and for people of all ages to discover the weird and wonderful world of botany. With a lake, grassy areas for picnicking and a host of greenhouses and exotic plant beds to explore, there's something here for everyone. Read more ›

Botanical Garden

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Arken Museum of Modern Art

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Surrounded by lakes, marshland and a beautiful windswept sandy beach, 'The Ark' is a fitting name for this excellently curated, concrete-sculpted, waterside modern art space that specialises in photography, video and installation exhibitions. Read more ›

All aboard for a flood of culture

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Spend a couple of hours exploring the colourful, bustling neighbourhood of Nørrebro. Experience the fusion of cultures and the urban feel of this hip area blossoming on the foundation of an old working-class district. People from all over the world make Nørrebro the essence of Copenhagen.

Walking Tour of Copenhagen's Colourful Nørrebro ‘hood

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Frederiksberg Have

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The Danish royals didn't have quite as much money as their European cousins, but they did seek to emulate some of the elegance of other cities. The walk down Frederiksberg Allé does instill a sense of French opulence, if even on a smaller scale. And at the end, you'll find the beautiful Frederiksberg Garden Read more ›

og Søndermarken

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Statens Museum for Kunst

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Denmark's national gallery houses and maintains a massive collection of art from the 14th century to date, so although you'll never manage to see all 9,000 sculptures and paintings, it's a great place to rejuvenate the brain cells you may have damaged the night before. Read more ›

State of the art

Statens Museum for Kunst

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Nationalmuseet

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Or the history of Denmark, at least. The National Museum features a huge exhibition of stuff that came from around Denmark and the world. Mostly Denmark. It's a tourist thing, for sure, but if you have more than a passing interest in history and archeology, it's worth the visit. Read more ›

Get to know the Danes

Nationalmuseet

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The harbour bath

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Harbour swimming

The harbour bath

Water quality is great, it's incredibly cool and refreshing to jump in on a warm day in the very central city. The harbour front in general is the place to watch Copenhageners at play, especially during the summer. Read more ›

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On our Free-Spirited Copenhagen tour we skip across the newly built bridge from Nyhavn to one-of-a-kind Christianshavn. From swamp to thriving city district, let’s just say that there are a few stories to tell.

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Den Blå Planet

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Aquarium & architectural landmark

Den Blå Planet

Besides being an ideal place to entertain inquisitive kids for a couple of hours, Copenhagen’s new seaside aquarium is, architecturally speaking, pretty damn cool. This futuristic whirlpool-shaped structure houses 53 tanks and installations full of colourful, cute, scary and strange water creatures from all around the globe. Read more ›

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Kunsthal Charlottenborg

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Charlottenborg is one of the most atmospheric and beautiful spaces for contemporary art in Europe, presenting an ambitious programme of exhibitions and events with a strong international focus. DJ sets and other one-off events are held in the foyer. Read more ›

Art in the heart of the city

Kunsthal Charlottenborg

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Huset-KBH

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Set in a sprawling building containing 7 stages, bars, cafes and a cinema, Huset organises over a thousand events a year, offering a diverse range of artistic activities from live music and film screenings to theatre, stand-up comedy and poetry. Read more ›

A cultural powerhouse

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Stengade

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Stengade is something of a Nørrebro institution. Bad management led it to be shut down, and now the place has been resurrected as an activist-run collective. Having recently celebrated their 3-year anniversary, Stengade is trucking on as if nothing happened. Read more ›

From the ashes

Stengade

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Take home some extra special souvenirs of your time in Copenhagen! Sign up for a fun photo session against some of the city’s best backdrops with your own bilingual, friendly and professional local photographer.

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Byhøst

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Byhøst, which translates literally into English as 'city harvest', is a non-profit concept that encourages city dwellers to keep an eye out for food they see growing on public land within the city and to mark their finds on the website's map. Read more ›

Eat your city

Byhøst

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Nokken

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Not far from the city centre and nestled between the harbour and the wild, green expanse of Amager Fælled, Nokken is a charming little area, a hidden oasis dotted with allotment gardens and Hobbiten-style huts and houses. Read more ›

Where hobbits go on holiday

Nokken

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Strøget

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These several streets are usually all bunched into this one name, Strøget. It's a pedestrian zone (no biking either!) that stretches through a large part of the central city. The side streets are usually bunched in with this, too, and make for an essential Copenhagen stroll. Read more ›

Old timey charm and lots of shops

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Loppen

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This is one of the best spots in Copenhagen. Sure, the ceiling supports obstruct your view; the room gets hot as hell in summer and certainly you can't see anything at a sold out concert. However, Loppen has been going for a long time now with no signs of slowing down. Read more ›

Going broke since 1973

Loppen

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This 4-hour culinary walking tour is designed for those who wish to discover and sample the best delicacies Copenhagen has to offer. All of the places we visit are small and unique gems that have been handpicked for being the absolute best.

Copenhagen Delicacy Tour

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Olufsvej

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Copenhagen is a pretty city with plenty of colorful facades. Beside Nyhavn in the city center, there are other pretty neighborhoods with their prettiest streets. Olufsvej is a street about 100 meters long with the most charming and colorful society house building in Copenhagen. Read more ›

The colorful facades in Østerbro

Olufsvej

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Skuespilhuset

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Completed in 2008, this new addition to Copenhagen's harbour development project is also one of the city's most beautiful buildings. Hosting plays, ballet, opera and concerts, there's something to satisfy any cultural itch you may have, so get down there and start scratching. Read more ›

The Playhouse

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Koncerthuset

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This international concert venue is one of the newest and most striking architectural landmarks in Copenhagen, and has been designed to offer cutting edge acoustics in a visually stunning setting. The exterior acts as a semi-transparent screen and images are projected onto it to create a fluid and floating aesthetic. Read more ›

The sound of music

Koncerthuset

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Global

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Global is a non-profit organisation primarily run by volunteers, so if you're looking to support a noble venture while enjoying niche music from around the globe, this is the place to be. You'll also meet plenty of locals and ex-pats here, and with an average entry fee of around 50kr, you can't go wrong. Read more ›

World music that doesn't cost the earth

Global

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Set out on a journey around Kødbyen, the former Meatpacking District of Copenhagen. Uncover the stories of this peculiar area in Vesterbro where butchers say hello to drunken people at 6 in the morning. Explore the district where the past is still present while the future is already gone.

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Øksnehallen

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Copenhagen's largest exhibition space and cultural venue is right in the heart of the action in the meat packing district. They host a range of cultural events from fashion shows and art exhibitions to live music concerts and trade fairs. Read more ›

A true exhibitionist

Øksnehallen

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Nikolaj Kunsthal

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Focusing on international art, photography and video installations, this beautiful former church from the 13th century provides an epic backdrop for a broad range of contemporary exhibitions, artist talks and film screenings. Read more ›

In art we trust

Nikolaj Kunsthal

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Værnedamsvej

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Værnedamsvej has a great number of different stores, and if you consider yourself a bit of a gourmand, you should definitely stop by here to snoop through the stores. There's everything from one of the city's well-reputed butchers to groceries, cheese, cakes and a great wine store. Read more ›

High-end gourmet shopping and such

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Dronning Louises Bro

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The lakes separate the outer districts from the inner city, and one enjoyable place to people watch is the gate to Nørrebro, Dronning Louises Bro. In summer, the small park areas are packed from dawn 'till dusk and beyond with people drinking, smoking, talking and generally chilling out. It's a summer thing. Read more ›

Sitting on the border

Dronning Louises Bro

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Once a part of a fortification that protected Copenhagen from the Swedes, this beautiful inner-city park is now a popular summer hangout for both- the locals and the passer-bys. Read more ›

The World’s Happiest City: Walking Tour in Copenhagen

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Learn all about Danish happiness, weird habits, and colourful culture on a fun tour of Copenhagen’s historical centre!

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Ørstedsparken

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Catch some rays with the locals

Ørstedsparken

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WestMarket

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WestMarket is Copenhagen's newest addition to the city's many great food markets. It has an abundancy of different cuisines to choose from. You'll find more than 50 different foodstalls offering something from sushi to coffeshops. Read more ›

Street food with new atmosphere

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Utterslev Mose

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Located in the northwestern of Copenhagen and shared the place with another smaller towns, Utterslev Mose is obviously empty of tourists. Locals are normally coming here just for taking a long walk, jogging, or even picnic in the summer. Read more ›

Quiet place for picnicking or walking

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Dragør Havn

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Dragør Havn was well-known as a historical place since 1800s for the biggest market of herring. Today there are few fishermen left, marine clubs, museums, and restaurants side by side and create life in the old part of the harbor, which is virtually unchanged since 1850. Locals come to Dragør for fishing around summer or just relaxing from the town Read more ›

A 15 km soothing day trip

Dragør Havn

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Explore Copenhagen on a fun 2-hour Segway tour. On this action-packed tour, your local expert guide will share stories about the city’s iconic locations and hidden gems. You can expect to see The Little Mermaid, the picturesque New Harbour, the royal residence, and much more.

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Cisternerne

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The Cisterns (in English) is an unusual place with a great concept. It's actually a glass museum but hardly spotting at the grassy lawns of Søndermarken. That's because it's hidden away underground, in three huge water cisterns originally built for Copenhagen water supplies in 1856-59 as part of the modern water supply system. Read more ›

A true hidden gem in Copenhagen

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Warehouse9

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This tiny performance space and art gallery on the fringes (literally and artistically) of Copenhagen's meat-packing district focuses on contemporary art, music and poetry with direct links to the international queer community. With portable toilets, a makeshift bar and some stunningly bizarre parties and events, Warehouse9 is far from mainstream. Read more ›

Queer and here

Warehouse9

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Copenhagen Opera House

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Opera with a View

Copenhagen Opera House

The Opera House from 2005 is not only the place to experience opera and ballet in Copenhagen, the building also has the best view in the entire city. Home to the Royal Danish Orchestra, one of the oldest and best classical orchestras in the world. Read more ›

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Blue Taco

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¡Gluten free tacos with a nordic touch!

Blue Taco

First of all: BLUE NACHOS! Who doesn't like Blue nachos? Besides, tortillas are also blue! And the food is a combination between mexican and nordic cuisine. Cozy atmosphere, the whole street is awesome. And the best part: it is all Gluten-free! Read more ›

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Det Kongelige Biblioteks Have

The Royal Library Garden is a lovely little park where locals relax in spring and summer. A quiet spot not far from the more hectic city center where you can enjoy the peaceful atmosphere on a sunny day. Easily combined with a visit to Christiansborg, The Royal Library or The Jewish Museum next door. Read more ›

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Hidden green oasis near the parliament

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Den Frie Udstillingsbygning

Den Frie Centre of Contemporary Art in Copenhagen is unusual as all of its exhibitions are produced, initiated or chosen by artists, with a focus on collective shows by experimental groups or networks. It was built in 1898 as an arena for independent artists. Read more ›

For contemporary art lovers

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Donkey Republic

Donkey Republic is a modern alternative to bike rentals or city bike systems. It is very easy to find and book a bike with the mobile App and unlocking bikes' smart-lock with the phone is super fast and cool. Also, bikes are gorgeous! Read more ›

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Explore Copenhagen on a bike

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Byens Lys

Every second Tuesday of the month, Byens Lys cinema in Christiania hosts a very special event called Science & Cocktails. Experts in various scientific fields give lectures while guests sip smoky, dry-ice chilled cocktails made by bar staff in white lab coats. Drinks cost around 70kr and the evening is usually rounded off with a DJ set. Read more ›

Science & Cocktails

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Boulebar Nørregade

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Pétanque and French bistro

Boulebar Nørregade

A couple of Swedes have opened this bar and bistro in the Latin Quater, where you can play pétanque and feel transported to Marseille. The staff all wear shirts with white and black stribes to give the place a certain French air, and though it's not the cheapest venue, it's a fun place to hang out with friends and play with "boules". Read more ›

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Frederiksberg Svømmehal

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A resourcing time in a unique setting

Frederiksberg Svømmehal

This accessible swimming pool is equipped with sauna, hamam and a luxury section with a saltwater pool. Oil and body salt is provided. The building is from the 30's and has a very particular art nouveau architecture with mosaics by painter Vilhelm Lundstrøm. Read more ›

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Kraftwerket

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Kraftwerket is trying to take the moldy associations of the community center and changing them into something fresh and new. They primarily focus on youth, so the activities are a farsight from bingo and knitting, but more concerned with "creating the cultural entrepreneurs of tomorrow." Read more ›

Redefining the community center

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