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Copenhagen Photo: LaMiaFotografia/Shutterstock.com Copenhagen is a compact big city packed with historic buildings lining its narrow cobbled streets. Here you will find a great mix of world-class gastronomy, beautiful architecture, award-winning design, clean harbour baths, the unique, free town of Christiania, and the seat of the world’s oldest monarchy. It has been named one of the best cities to live in several times, and it was the first city in the world to be named the ‘Bike City’ by the International Cycling Union – a title to which the several hundred bike lanes bear witness. Sean Pavone/Shutterstock.com Top 5 Nyhavn This iconic postcard-ready sight is somewhat of a sudden splash of colour, a... Tivoli Gardens Tivoli Gardens combines the best of both worlds: home to multiple roller coa... Freetown Christiania Pocholo Calapre/Shutterstock.com This city within a city is a self-proclaimed autonomous community, home to a... The Little Mermaid (Den Li... The Little Mermaid has become Copenhagen's most recognisable symbol, and vis... Visit Carlsberg The legendary landmark known for its world-famous Danish beer is closed for ... S-F/Shutterstock.com Updated 28 October 2019 Destination: Copenhagen Publishing date: 2019-10-28 THE CITY Inner City The Inner City can be dened as the metropolis of Copenhagen, which encompasses the oldest district of Copenhagen with pretty narrow streets and original houses. The city centre is full of shops, bars, restaurants, parks, numerous canals and of course the Nyhavn, the wonderful Sean Pavone/Shutterstock.com harbour of Copenhagen. The main street of Inner Copenhagen is an ancient city, full of beautiful City is Strøget, which goes from the town hall historic buildings and many points of interest. square to Kongens Nytorv. Strøget is always The ramparts and walls surrounding the centre frequented by a myriad of street performers, but of the city were demolished around the middle of do not forget to take a trip to the pretty side the nineteenth century. This allowed the city to streets like Frederiksberggade, Nygade and assume the peculiar architectural structure Vimmelskaftet. characterised by narrow stone streets that lead Photo: Andreas Gradin/Shutterstock.com directly to the city centre and which are the background to numerous shops and bars. Østerbro Broad boulevards, In recent years, Copenhagen's historic impressive parks, architectural heritage has been enriched with countless cafes and modern and contemporary buildings. An example innovating design shops. of these are those designed by the Danish and The neighborhood of French architects Bjarke Ingels and Jean Nouvel, Østerbro, which is also who gave a new touch to the old-fashioned style called Copenhagen Ø, is somewhat posh and of the city. At the same time, many districts have extravagant but at the same time completely been modernised as well. down to earth. Copenhagen is also known for its relaxing Østerbro is located north of Copenhagen city atmosphere. Citizens go to work by bike, they centre, right nearby the old city gate Østerport. like to go out with their families, spend an Shop design items at Normann Copenhagen, sip afternoon in one of the city's many parks in the a glass of wine at Panzon or relax and rest in company of their friends, take a bath in one of Fælledparken – Denmark’s largest public park. the many pools in the harbour during the warmer months and take an active part in the Photo: alexdrim/Shutterstock.com events that animate the city throughout the year. Destination: Copenhagen Publishing date: 2019-10-28 Frederiksberg Nørrebro Frederiksberg is a Vibrant, colourful, casual fashionable part of and young at heart, Copenhagen with Nørrebro is a magic area excellent shopping of Copenhagen. Here you opportunities and green will nd trendy bars and areas. It is considered to fashionable designer be posher than Nørrebro and Vesterbro and shops next door to dodgy dive bars and cheap people living here are usually slightly older and kebab places. If you are into small design shops more established. The main street through head for Elmegade or Jægersborggade, and if Frederiksberg is Gammel Kongevej - ‘Old Kings you like antiques Ravnsborggade is the place for Road’. Shopping is great in this neighbourhood you to head to. At Sankt Hans Torv and the with a variety of clothing shops as well as sushi streets around it you have plenty of choices for restaurants, cafes and delicacy shops. The same dinner and drinks. And at Assistens Cemetery is true for Værnedamsvej, which is seen as cosy, you can visit the grave of famous Danes, such as yet cool. Frederiksberg is also a green oasis with the famous fairy tale writer Hans Christian Frederiksberg Gardens, the romantic garden of Andersen or philosopher Søren Kierkegaard, or the Faculty of Life Sciences and Søndermarken. get inspired by the Nørrebro citizens and relax in the park. Photo: Milosz Maslanka/Shutterstock.com Photo: Jose Antonio Sanchez/Shutterstock.com Vesterbro Once Vesterbro was DO & SEE mostly known for its infamous red light district. Today it is one of the most trendy places in all of Copenhagen. The district is situated within walking distance from the city centre, right behind the Central Station. It is one of the most fashionable places in the city - not just to live, but to shop, eat, drink and Oleksiy Mark/Shutterstock.com have an amazing and memorable night out. Copenhagen is an old city with historic buildings, Photo: CatalinT/Shutterstock.com royal castles, beautiful parks and harbours, and plenty of attractions and activities to keep even the most eager tourist busy. The city centre is characterised by charming architecture and narrow curving streets. But within recent years Copenhagen has supplemented its architectural heritage with new, world-class architecture. It is Destination: Copenhagen Publishing date: 2019-10-28 easy to explore the city and get around, and Nyhavn many sights are within walking distance from This iconic one another. You can always catch a bus or take postcard-ready sight is the metro to get around, or rent a bike and travel somewhat of a sudden the Danish way. splash of colour, and a denite must-visit when Visit Carlsberg in town. Stroll along the The legendary landmark harbour and sit down for an evening drink in one known for its of the many enticing establishments, most of world-famous Danish which oer heating and blankets to make for a beer is closed for cosy time even at low temperatures. modernisation until 2020. Although the Visitor Photo: Bucchi Francesco/Shutterstock.com Address: Nyhavn 1/71, Copenhagen Centre will not be open to the public until then, Internet: www.nyhavn.com the Jacobsen’s brewery will continue to brew Email: [email protected] Jacobsen beer (Jacobsen Restaurant and Bar will be closed). Tivoli Gardens Tivoli Gardens combines Carlsberg Brand Store are open Tuesday to the best of both worlds: Thursday between 11:00 and 15:00. home to multiple roller coaster rides that will Carlsberg Conference Centre, Carlsberg easily keep Museum & Business Centre and New Carlsberg adventure-seekers Brewhouse will still be open for events every day occupied for at least a day, it is simultaneously a of the week during the construction period. great location for a relaxing stroll among the beautiful gardens and public spaces. Christmas Follow the process on social media channels: and Halloween are great times to visit - Tivoli Facebook: Visitcarlsberg goes all out on the decor, which will surely help Instagram: Visitcarlsberg you catch the holiday spirit. LinkedIn: Visit Carlsberg Photo: gary718/Shutterstock.com Photo: Visit Carlsberg Address: Tivoli A/S, Vesterbrogade 3, Copenhagen Address: Gamle Carlsberg Vej 11, Copenhagen Opening hours: 11.00-23.00 Sun-Thur; 11.00-00.00 Fri-Sat. Internet: www.visitcarlsberg.com Phone: +45 3315 1001 Email: [email protected] Internet: www.tivoli.dk Email: [email protected] More Info: Daily and seasonal passes available. Destination: Copenhagen Publishing date: 2019-10-28 Freetown Christiania Danish Architecture Centre This city within a city is a The Danish Architecture self-proclaimed Centre (DAC) is autonomous community, Denmark’s leading home to about 800 exhibition venue for new permanent residents who architecture and urban took over this abandoned development located in military complex in 1971. The “Freetown” they an old warehouse by the waterfront. DAC oers created was controversial at rst, but with its changing exhibitions, discussions, debates and heavy emphasis on tolerance, community and cultural events. Enjoy lunch in the cafe and visit ecology it eventually gained recognition from the the bookshop with the nest selection of books government and has since endured as a “social on architecture and design. experiment.” The infamous “Pusher Street” can be a little intimidating, but beyond it the Photo: JPF/Shutterstock.com Address: Strandgade 27B, Copenhagen beautiful homes and gardens of the alternative Public Transport: Metro to Christianshavns Torv. Bus: 2A, 19, and free-thinking residents lie. 48, 81N or 350S to the intersection. Opening hours: Daily 10.00-17.00. Photo: Tyler Olson/Shutterstock.com Phone: +45 3257 1930 Address: Christiania, Copenhagen Internet: www.dac.dk Email: [email protected] The Little Mermaid (Den Lille Havfrue) More Info: Wednesday 10.00-19.00. The Little Mermaid has become Copenhagen's Kunstforeningen GL STRAND most recognisable Located by the canals, GL symbol, and visiting to STRAND is a unique snap a quick shot is venue of modern and certainly worth the contemporary art. detour from the city's core. This commemoration Annually they present 6-8 of Andersen's genius is conveniently located exhibitions which feature right next to the historic fortress of Kastellet, so the newest tendencies and modern art with a make sure to walk through the green star-shaped contemporary twist along with artist talks, area on your way back.