Over the past few years, Copenhagen has become a wildly popular destination. Some come to visit the Little Mermaid and walk in the footsteps of Hans Christian Andersen, others to have a bite of the famous food scene, but all are impressed by Denmark's capital.
As Copenhagen is a small city with just 600,000 inhabitants in the central city area, you can cover a lot of ground in just one trip, if you plan it well. Despite the city's compact size, its neighborhoods all offer something different and unique, from colorful, hip districts to more upscale areas sprinkled with medieval history.
Grab a bike and get ready to explore Copenhagen's best neighborhoods in just a few days.
This neighborhood has to be first on the list for new arrivals, as it was deemed the world's coolest neighborhood in 2021, a fact that the Danes (particularly residents of Nørrebro) are particularly proud of. There are plenty of reasons for this nomination. Nørrebro is the most ethnically diverse and densely populated neighborhood of Copenhagen, full of sidewalk breweries, parks full of people and great food from around the world served by local restaurants and street food trucks.
Nørrebro is where you go to grasp the local vibe of Copenhagen. Start your day by heading to one of the must-visit bakeries – Benji, Rondo, Mirabelle, Andersen & Maillard, or Collective Bakery – as they are all to die for, many of them created by Noma alumni bakers. Have breakfast the Danish way: order coffee and sourdough buns with butter and cheese, and add a sweet pastry for a breakfast dessert.
Spend the rest of the day exploring the neighborhood. Head to Jægersborggade to find clothes from local designers at Damernes Magasin, hand-selected interior items at Craft Sisters and artisan eats at Ro Chokolade and Grød, which serves upscale versions of porridge with delicious toppings, along with congee and risotto.
Check out the historic Assistens Cemetery and have a look at Hans Christian Andersen's grave, and then grab an inexpensive lunch at hummus and manakish spot Ali Bageri. In the afternoon, head to the Dronning Louises Bro bridge overlooking the lakes of Copenhagen to chill in the sunshine with friendly locals, bottled beverage in hand.
If you think of Copenhagen, chances are a picture of the famous colored houses by the harbor – known locally as Nyhavn – pops into your head. Nyhavn is one of the city's main attractions and a highlight of the Indre By neighborhood.
Indre By translates to "Inner City," and this is Copenhagen's historic center. It's a great place to stay if you're visiting Copenhagen for the first time and crave convenience. In Indre By, you'll be within walking distance of most must-see tourist sights and the city's medieval heart. Top
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