'''Indre By''' is the downtown area of Copenhagen, bounded by the
lakes circling the inner city and the habour, it reflects the entire
city_fs extent during the reign of King Christian IV, when the town was
fortified. As the historical center, it is the home of most of Copenhagens attractions, nightlife options, and hotels.
Understand
Indre By translates to The Inner city in English, and it is the historical heart of Copenhagen. All the neighboring districts you see today, did not grow up until the king allowed construction outside the fortification in the 1850s. The old fortifications are still evident in the two strings of lakes circling the downtown area. The outer lakes are known to the locals simply as ''Soerne'' or The Lakes in English, and they do not only define the border to the inner city, they are also immensely popular with joggers. The inner lakes are laid out in a zigzag pattern, and are what remains of the old fortifications, if you look at a map or satellite photo this is still very visible. The remaining lakes, which used to completely circle the city, are now a string of parks; ''Ostre Anlag'', with the National gallery, the Botanical gardens, ''Orsteds Parken'' and finaly Tivoli. The names Osterport (eastern gate), Norreport (northern gate) and Vesterport (western gate), now associated with the stations carrying the same names, are actually the locations of the old gates leading through the fortifications, and into the city.
The heart of the district is the medieval city, shaped like a square
with Radhuspladsen, Slotsholmen, Kongens Nytorv and Norreport as its
corners. It is dotted with historic buildings, church spires and narrow streets. Many of them has been pedestrianized and is commonly known as Stroget, Copenhagen's main shopping area. But it gets much more interesting if you venture into the narrow streets and squares, since it hides some interesting shops, restaurants and old traditional bars hidden away for the curious traveler. South of the medieval district is Slotsholmen - with the parliament housed in the massive Christiansborg palace, and a few museums around.
Get in
Being the center of the capital, a huge number of bus and train lines, and the metro, runs through here. Below is a breakdown of the major terminals. From the airport you can opt for either the regional Oresundstog to the Central station or Norreport, or the metro with stops at Kongens Nytorv and Norreport. From the DFDS and Polferries terminals take bus 26 or 20E to Kongens Nytorv.
'''Copenhagen central station''' (Hovedbanegarden) lies at the border between the inner city and Vesterbro, and acts as a central hub, with all S-train, regional and intercity lines stopping here, as well as a big number on bus lines at the terminal between the station and Tivoli.
Bus lines: 1A (stops at the bridge south on the tracks), 2A, 5A, 6A, 250S, 10, 15, 26, 30, 40, 66.
'''Norreport''' station also has all s-train lines, as well as serveral
regional lines stopping here, and acts as a interchange between these
lines, and the metro. It is also a major bus terminal for many lines
going north and northwest from the city center. It is at the northern end of the pedestration district; ''Stroget''.
Bus lines: 5A, 6A, 150S, 350S, 174E, 14, 42, 43, 184, 185
'''Kongens Nytorv''' is a major square at the eastern end of ''Stroget'' and where Nyhavn begins. It has a metro station, and a bus terminal.
Bus lines: 1A, 350S, 20E, 15, 26, 29 (stops behind the royal theater)
'''Radhuspladsen''' is Copenhagen's central square, and has huge bus
terminal. It is also the western access point to ''Stroget'', and a short walk from the central station.
Bus lines: 2A, 5A, 6A, 250S, 173E, 10, 12, 14, 26, 29, 33, 67, 68, 69.
''For information about where these lines go, please refer to Movia's homepage [http://www.movia.dk] or the many signboards around the terminals.''
See
Amalienborg. malienborg Slotsplads. 45 33 12 08 08. ttp://www.rosenborgslot.dk/asp/menu/menuPages/amalienborg_2.asp?countryID=2. 1AM-4PM. 5 DKK. 5.683989. 2.593336. Amalienborg is the the Royal residence, and consists of four identical classical mansions, facing an octagonal courtyard. At the Queens birthday at the 14th of January, and at other highlights in the lives on the royal family, the square is jam packed with people waiving Danish flag, and greeting the Queen. There is a museum in the ''Christian's the 8th Mansion'' displaying exhibitions of the period 1863-1972, and four generations of the royal family. There is changing of the guards each day at noon. (Marches from Rosenborg Castle barracks)
The Botanical garden. ster Farimagsgade 2 B. 45 35 32 22 22. ttp://botanik.snm.ku.dk/. almhouse:10AM-3PM,Garden:8.30AM-6PM. ree. 5.687444. 2.573112. The Botanical gardens are one of several parks, dotted along the string of lakes, which used to be the old fortifications. Run by the University of Copenhagen, it hosts Denmark's largest collection of living plants, including an impressive collection of Orchids. The signature palm house is a huge greenhouse, with large tropical trees, and a sky walk in the canopy.
Charlottenborg. yhavn 2. ttp://www.kunsthalcharlottenborg.dk/page/view/10?lang=eng. u-Su:noon-5PM. 0 DKK. This classical mansion on Kongens Nytorv, is home of serveral cultural institutions, like the Royal Danish school of Visual arts, and has a art exhibition space, with changing, often world class, expositions - check the schedule at their website.
The City Hall. adhuset. adhuspladsen 1. 45 33 66 25 82. ttp://www3.kk.dk/Topmenu/Turist/Raadhusoplysningen.aspx. DKK. The city hall is open to the public so you can stroll through the hallways, stairs, and study all the paintings, frescoes, etc on your own (Open 7.45am-5pm mo-fr). Guides tours are DKK 30 for the main building (in Danish, English and German at 10am to 3pm depending on time of year and language of tour) and DKK 20 for the tower tour (at noon mo-sa and 10am, 2pm from june to september). There is a nice little garden that cannot be seen from outside the city hall. The city hall is also home of ''Jens Olsens World Clock'' - A mechanical masterpiece of a complete astronomical clock is located foyer.
Dansk Design Center. anish Design Center. C Andersens Boulevard 27. 45 3369 3369. ttp://www.ddc.dk/. -F:10AM-5PM (W:-9PM),Sa-Su:11AM-4PM. 0 DKK (free on Wednesdays). Showcases Danish design in a mix of permanent and changing exhibitions on five floors, designed by world famous local architect Henning Larsen. A must-see if you are interested in Danish/Scandinavian design.
Davids Samling. avid's collection. ronprinsessegade 30. 45 33 73 49 49. ttp://www.davidmus.dk/index_en.htm. u-Su:1PM-4PM,W:10AM-4PM. ree. 5.67622. 2.58056. Art from the Islamic world, and European art and craft from 1600-1900, Free guided tours Saturday & Sunday. Closed for renovations until May 2009.
Geologisk Museum. eological Museum. ster Voldgade 5-7. 45 35 32 23 45. ttp://geologi.snm.ku.dk. u-Su:1PM-4PM. 5 DKK. 5.684566. 2.582324. Various exhibitions related to geology. Has some impressive samples of minerals, rocks and fossils from all over the world on display. Including stones from the moon were brought back to the earth by Apollo 17, dinosaur fossils, and the kids favorite; glow in the dark minerals.
Glyptoteket. antes Plads 7"
phone="+45 33 41 81 41"
url="http://www.glyptoteket.dk/?frames=yes&language=en"
hours="Daily:10AM?4PM, closed Monday" price="DKK 50, under 18
free. Sundays free" lat="55.687416" long="12.577208"
email="info@glyptoteket.dk" fax="">Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek houses over
10,000 works, divided into two principal collections. One is of works
from the Mediterranean cradle of Western culture, including classical
Egyptian, Roman and Greek antiquities and Romanticist sculptures. The
other of Danish and French art from the 19th and 20th centuries, which
includes paintings by Monet, Pissarro, Renoir, Cezanne and van Gogh, as
well as several bronze sculptures by Degas. The building, completed in
1897, is quite impressive - it is an attraction in its own right, especially the sub-tropical winter garden.</see>
Kunstindustrimuseet. he Danish Museum of Art & Design. redgade 68. 45 33 18 56 56. ttp://www.kunstindustrimuseet.dk/. u-Su:11AM-5PM. 0 DKK. 5.672794. 2.572482. Housed in one of Copenhagen_fs finest rococo buildings, a former hospital. This museum is home of of one of the most important collections of Danish and Scandinavian industrial design, decorative and applied arts., The cafe is a good place for lunch (does not require admission).
Rosenborg. stre Voldgade 4A. ttp://www.rosenborgslot.dk/. 0AM-4PM. 0 DKK. Rosenborg Castle is not only a beautiful historic renaissance palace, it is also a fascinating museum of cultural history, which houses some of Denmark_fs greatest cultural treasures, not least the Crown Jewels and the Danish Crown Regalia. And exibits about the Danish monarchy through 300 years.
Marmorkirken. he Marble church. rederiksgade 4. 45 33 15 01 44. ttp://www.marmorkirken.dk/. -Th:10AM-5PM,F-Su:noon-5pm. ree. officially called Frederikskirken, this impressive church imposes a massive presence on the Copenhagen skyline, with its 31 m. diameter dome. Because of financial turmoil in the country, it took over at 100 years to complete. Takes it name from the original, lower part of the church, which is made from Norwegian marble.
Music Museum. benra 30. 45 33 11 27 26. ttp://www.nationalmuseet.dk/sw32556.asp. ree. Trace the history of music, with a visit to Denmark_fs most comprehensive collection of instruments from all over the world at the Danish Music Museum.
Museum of the History of Medicine. redgade 62. 45 35 32 38 0. ttp://www.dmol.dk/engelsk/mus_info.asp?musnr=10117. e-Fr & Su:11AM-1PM (conducted tours only).. The museum communicates knowledge about the history of medicine, the study of the preparation of medicines and dentistry, by means of public exhibitions, publications, lectures and other museum-related activities.
Nationalmuseet. he National Museum. rederiksholms Kanal 12. 45 33 13 44 11. ttp://www.nationalmuseet.dk. u-Su:10AM-5PM. ree. This museum that portraits the national history of the country, is regarded as one of the best in Europe. Apart from a huge, well laid out and informative collection of national artifacts, the most impressive being the ones from the Viking age. It also holds a collection of classical and oriental artifacts - including an Egyptian mummy - the childrens museum in the basement, is a blast for the kids.
Statens Museum for Kunst. anish national gallery. olvgade 48-50. 45 33 74 84 94. ttp://www.smk.dk. u-Su:10AM-5PM, W:10AM-8PM. ree. 700 years of Western art and cultural history under the roof of a striking Italian renascence building, situated in a nice park. Blockbusters include; Titian, Rembrandt, Picasso, Leger, Matisse and Emil Nolde. But there are several other icons, paintings and sculptures on display.
The Workers museum. omersgade 22. 45 33 93 25 75. ttp://www.arbejdermuseet.dk/UK/default.asp. 0AM-4PM. 0 DKK. Covers daily lives in the last 150 years, with exhibitions that both include artifacts relating to the main theme, and art portraying the life of the industrial worker.
Slotsholmen
Is an artificial island, the name translates to the castle islet, and it
is the site of Copenhagen's founder, the archbishop Absalon's first
fortification in the city - which ruins are visiable under the present
day parliament, it is also home to a cluster of museums and the national archives. Borsen, the former stock exchange from 1640, is another striking Renaissance building located here, with its signature dragon spire.
Christiansborg. he Parliament. rins Jorgens
Gard 1" directions="" phone="+45 33 92 64 92" url="http://ft.dk/"
hours="10AM-4PM" price="Free, Ruins: 40 DKK" lat="55.67622"
long="12.580563" email="" fax="">This Neo-baroque palace, completed in
1928, after 11 years of construction - is unique in the world, housing
both the executive power, the legislative power, and the judicial power
of Denmark, in a single building. It is the 5th construction at the sight, and the ruins of the original castle dating back to the 12th century - was excavated during the construction of the current palace, is open to the public, along with the halls of the parliament itself.</see>
The Royal Library. oren Kierkegaards Plads 1. 45 33 47 47 47. ttp://www.kb.dk/index-en.htm. -F:10AM-5PM,Sa:10AM-2PM. ree. 5.686319. 2.593647. b@kb.dk. The library was founded in the 1650s and have an impressive collections of rare books and manuscripts, which includes a Gutenberg Bible, tormented philosopher Soren Kierkegaard's original manuscripts and "Out of Africa" author Karen Blixen's diaries, as well as a newer collection that includes most of the original drawings of the controversial Mohammad cartoons. Changing exhibitions of books and art, often from the libraries own collection, are displayed in a new striking building overlooking the harbor, called the black diamond.
'''Rides'''
: '''Balongyngen''' You will find very few locals, who haven't been kissing a date in this slow going ferries wheel, with a romantic view of the city after dark.
: '''Den Flyvende Kuffert''' Hop on into a suitcase, and run through puppet exhibitions of HC Andersen's tales in a leisurely pace.
: '''Det gyldne Tarn''' is a 63 meter tower, where you can have a splendid view over Copenhagen before you are dropped to the ground in free fall, with a speed of 65 km/h and 1.5 G's
: '''Dragen''' a flic flac ride, that twirls you around, in irregular moves, at a rather fast pace.
: '''Damonen''' is a 600m roller coaster, running at 77 km/h, and through 3 loops.
: '''Himmelskibet''' is not just a carousel, it is the worlds tallest, where you are carried up to the top, 80 meters above Tivoli, and taken for a spin.
: '''Odin Expressen''' is a fast roller coaster ride, with a big helix loop, and a peak speed of 60 km/h
: '''Monsunen''' A rather big, flying carpet type ride - watch for the
first and law row, sometimes you get wet when it is windy.
: '''Rutchebanen''' is the worlds oldest running wooden roller coaster, running through an artificial mountain terrain since 1914.
: '''Snurretoppen''' break dance, round and round, get's you a bit dizzy at times.
: ... ''and 15 other rides, mainly for the kids.''
'''Other attractions'''
: '''Glassalen''' beatiful theater designed by Poul Henningsen in 1946, which hosts plays and variate_Ls
: '''The Pantomime Theater''' A beautiful Chinese style open air stage, where the curtain is designed as feathers of a peacock. Famous pantomime plays of HC Andersen stories, Pjerrot and Harlequin.
: '''Store Scene''' The big stage, Rock/pop concerts every Friday night
: '''Tivolis Koncertsal''' Tivoli's big concert hall, hosts everything from plays, to classic, jazz and opera concerts.
Thorvaldsens Museum. ertel Thorvaldsens
Plads 2" directions="We:Free" phone="+45 33 32 15 32"
url="http://www.thorvaldsensmuseum.dk/" hours="Tu-Su:10AM-5PM" price="20
DKK (W:free)" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Bertel Thorvaldsen
(1770-1844) was a Danish sculptor, who lived most of his live in
Rome. He is one of the major internationally renowned Danish
artists. The museum houses many of Thorvaldsens original models, and
several marble casts makes the collection almost complete. It is big and impressive, and the building itself is a striking piece of architecture.</see>
Tojhusmuseet. he Royal Danish Arsenal Museum. ojhusgade 3. 45 33 11 60 37. ttp://www.thm.dk/info/eng.htm. u-Su:noon-4PM. 0 DKK. The Royal Danish Arsenal Museum covers the history of the Danish Defence, its collection dating back to 1604. It covers the development of weapons from the introduction of firearms to the present day, and is well known for its many activities for kids - especially its medieval knight days, during the schools autumn break in week 42.
Dansk Jodisk Museum. he Jewish Museum. roviantpassagen 6. 45 33 11 22 18. ttp://www.jewmus.dk/?language=uk. u-F:1PM-4PM,Sa-Su:noon-5PM. 0 DKK. The museum presents Jewish life in Denmark through 400 years, from the first immigrants in the seventeenth century until today. The exhibition space is designed by famous architect Daniel Liebeskind, and is quite striking - with its old traditional exterior contrasted by a very modern interior.
Do
Visit the <do name="Cinematheque" alt="" address="Gothersgade 55" directions="" phone="+45 33 74 34 12" url="http://www.dfi.dk/cinemateket/Cinemateket.htm" hours="M-F:9AM-last screening" price="Many of the screening are free, others cost 55 DKK" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">Part of the Danish film institute, this is a paradise for any cinephile. There are 3 movie theaters playing classics, cults, documentaries, art movies and exam projects from the film school. The basement houses a Videotheque, with over 3500 titles, that you are free to watch. There is also a book and video store with special movie titles, and books relating to cinematography. Lastly the building also has a restaurant and cafe. </do>
Go and enjoy a show at <do name="Det Kongelige Teater" alt="The Royal Theatre" address="Kongens Nytorv 1" directions="" phone="+45 33 69 69 69" url="http://www.kgl-teater.dk/" hours="" price="Price varies" lat="" long="" email="" fax=""> A majestic old building on Kongens Nytorv, houses ballet, for which the theater is world renowned - and drama performances. There is a 65% discount for those under 30 on selected performances, to encourage young people to see the classic arts. </do>
Kongen Have. ings Garden. ster Voldgade 4 B. 45 33 13 47 65. ttp://www.ses.dk/8c000c. AM-10PM. ree. This park adjacent to Rosenborg, is the most frequented park in the city. Itis a place for a stroll, a picnic, drinking beers in the sun, or whatever you feel like doing. The topless sunbathers often inject a shock into foreign visitors.
On a sunny day, '''Nyhavn''' is a top spot for oozing in the sun - on the bulwark with a beer from the supermarket, or at the outdoor serving areas of the many (rather expensive) restaurants and cafe's dotted along the "sunny side" of the canal. For any self respecting Copenhagener, this is a top priority on the first day of spring - while at the height of the tourist season, it is mainly left for the visitors to populate. Often there will be street performances, mostly improvised music concerts, somewhere along the canal - take a seat, and relax.
Rundetarn. he Round tower. obmagergade 52A. ttp://www.rundetaarn.dk/engelsk/frames.htm. 0AM-10PM (winther: 5PM). 5 DKK. 5.686319. 2.593647. Climb the spiral, cobbled road up to the observation platform of this tower, for a wonderful view of the city.
See a play in <do name="Skuespilhuset" alt="The Royal Danish Playhouse" address="Sankt Anna Plads 36" directions="" phone="+45 33 69 69 69 " url="http://www.kglteater.dk/site/OmTeateret/Scenerne/Skuespilhuset.aspx" hours="10AM--11.30PM" price="Price varies" lat="" long="">Denmark_fs new 1000 seat national stage for the dramatic arts, with 3 stages. Opened in 2008, its beautiful piece of modern architecture overlooking the habour. Even if you are not going for a play, the cafe in the foyer, ''Ofelia'', is a nice place to sit and enjoy the view over the water and Christianshavn. </do>
'''Tivoli''' [http://www.tivoli.dk/composite-3351.htm], (Vesterbrogade 3), the world famous theme park in central Copenhagen. Entry adults 85 DKK, children up to 11 years old 40 DKK (2008, discounts available for groups), open 11-23 daily (longer on weekends). Main season is medio april-ultimo september. From mid november-late december there is ''Christmas in Tivoli''. Tivoli is especially beautiful at night when coloured lamps light up everywhere. Pop/rock concerts every Friday night, sometimes with internationally known names. (Be early). Some evenings end with fireworks, consult the program. Also brass bands, pantomime theater etc. on the program.
Imperial. ed Vesterport 4. eside the Hotel Imperial. 0131211. ww.biobooking.dk. 5-100. The biggest cinema in Copenhagen with more than 1000 seats in the single hall. Movies are with original language with danish subtitles.
Good quality regarding projektor and sound systems.</do>
Buy
The best place for shopping in Copenhagen, is without a doubt '''Stroget'''. A set of connected pedestrian streets in the heart of the medieval city. It is claimed to be the biggest outdoor pedestrian shopping area in the world, regardless of whether this is true or not, it is a shoppers paradise, and the historic buildings as far as the eye can see, makes it a welcome alternative to any shopping center. The really interesting shopping however, is found in the small shops, in the many narrow side streets to Stroget, colloquially known as ''pisserenden'' or the ''Latin quarter''. If you are out for traditional souvenirs, there are several shops on the section if Stroget running between the city hall, and Amager torv.
Department Stores
Magasin du Nord. ongens Nytorv 13. 45 33 11 44 33. ttp://www.magasin.dk. -Th:10AM-7PM,F:10AM-8PM,Sa:10AM-5PM. Housed in a former grand hostel on Kongens Nytorv, marking the Kongens Nytorv entrance to stroget, and with over a 100 years of history on its back, Magasin du Nord is the grand old dame of shopping in Copenhagen. Although not as exclusive as it used to be, it is still the premier department store in the city.
Illum. stergade 52 . 45 33 14 40 02. ttp://www.illum.dk/. -Th:10AM-7PM,F:10AM-8PM,Sa:10AM-5PM. Illum is a 8 story department store, smack in the middle of Stroget, founded in 1891 - it has competed with Magasin since the dawn of man, to be the best and biggest department store. Unlike Magasin, it is mostly made up of small independent stores.
'''Royal shopping''' is a group of 3 stores, connected to each other to make it feel somewhat like a department store for exclusive Design products. Royal Copenhagen and Georg Jensen are the top brands of Danish design, with a rich history, while the third store, Illums bolighus, handpicks other design products. The super store takes it name from the fact that all thee are purveyors to the royal Danish court.
: <buy name="Royal Copenhagen" alt="" address="Amagertorv 6" directions="" phone="+45 33 13 71 81" url="http://www.royalcopenhagen.com/Service/Stores-and-Shops/Flagship-Store.aspx" hours="M-Th:10AM-6PM,F:10AM-7PM,Sa:10AM?5PM" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">The flagship store of the world famous Royal Copenhagen porcelain factory, tracing its history back to 1775. It is really exclusive (and expensive) stuff. On the 2nd floor there is a museum, portaying the history of the company, with exhibitions of its porcelain products. </buy>
: <buy name="Georg Jensen" alt="" address="Amagertorv 4" directions="" phone="+45 33 11 40 80" url="http://www.georgjensen.com/" hours="M-F:10AM-7PM,Sa:10AM-5PM" price="" lat="" long="">Georg Jensen was a Danish silversmith (1866-1935), today it is a company producing some exquisite products in silver, like watches, jewelry and interiors. </buy>
: <buy name="Illums bolighus" alt="" address="Amagertorv 10" directions="" phone="+45 33 14 19 41 " url="http://www.illumsbolighus.dk/" hours="M-F:10AM-7PM,Sa:10AM-5PM" price="" lat="" long="" email="" fax="">The best, most expensive and most exclusive of Danish interior, decorative and furniture design.</buy>
Danish Design
An option for bringing home some unique and usefull souvenirs, are buying furniture, lamps or industrial design from one of Copenhagen's own superstar architects and designers like Arne Jacobsen, Poul Henningsen or Borge Mortensen, who helped to turn Danish Design into a world wide brand i first half of the 21st century -but don't expect it to be cheap, there are other options however, Kitchen accessories by Bodum and glassware by Holmegaard are some options that can be found in many stores throughout Copenhagen.
'''Interiors'''
Other options are Illums bolighus and the Danish Design Center store, both listed above.
Area. tore Kongensgade 73. 45 33 32 38 77. ttp://www.areastore.dk/. ail@areastore.dk. Carries furniture's, lamps and accessories by both Danish and international designers
Bang & Olufsen. ongens Nytorv 26. 45 33 11 14 15. ttp://www.bang-olufsen.com/sw19091.asp. -Th 10AM-6PM,F 10AM-7AM,Sa 10AM-4PM. A flagship store for Danish electronics producer Bang & Olufsen, who makes exclusive design products of high quality - like TV's, Stereo's, Speakers and home integration products. They are well known, for the high quality of sound in their products.
Bodum. stergade 10. 45 33 36 40 80. ttp://bodum.com/pages/stores/country.asp?conkey=4&coukey=33&idv=3. -Th 10AM-6PM, F 10AM-7PM, Sa 10AM-4PM. Another flagship store is Bodum's shop on stroget. This Swiss/Danish company, produces well designed kitchen accesories, their signature french coffee press, has become synonemous with the company.
Dansk Mobel Kunst. anish Furniture art. redgade 32. 45 33 32 38 37. nfo@dmk.dk. ttp://www.dmk.dk/. Dansk Mobelkunst is a gallery of first class vintage design. Specialized in Scandinavian furniture design from 1920 to 1975, with particular focus on Danish design classics.
Lysberg, Hansen & Therp. redgade 77. 45 33 14 47 87. ttp://www.lysberg.com/. The fact that this store has been running for almost a 100 years, and they are purveyors the the royal court, should give you some idea of the place. It is not all classics though, new designs are well represented in the collection.
'''Fashion'''
The Danish fashion industry has long been lagging behind the interior and furniture design industries, where Danish design is a recognized brand in itself. But this has all started to change in recent years, and Copenhagen is fast establishing itself as a fashion center. Many of the important names in the industry, runs their own independent stores in central Copenhagen.
Birger Christiensen. stergade 38. 45 33 11 55 55. ttp://www.birger-christensen.com/. -Th 10AM-6PM,F 10AM-7PM,Sa 10AM-5PM. This store has been running since 1869, and is most famous for its exclusive skins and furs, from Scandinavia and Greenland. But they also sell some of the worlds top fashion brands like Hermes and Channel.
Bruuns Bazaar. ronprinsessegade 8-9. 45 33 32 19 99. ttp://www.bruunsbazaar.com/. Along with Munthe+Simonsen, this design house is front runners in an ongoing Danish fashion revolution. There are two stores here; Number 8 is for the ladies, while number 9 is for the gents.
DAY - Birger et Mikkelsen. ilestrade 16. 45 33 45 88 80. ttp://www.day.dk/. This design house of 5 national and international designers makes glamorous, yet classical clothing of high quality. This concept store only carries women's fashion, lingery and home accessories. Their clothing line for men can be found in both the Illums and Magasin department stores.
House of Amber. ongens Nytorv 2. 45 33 11 67 00. ttp://www.houseofamber.com/. aily 10AM-8PM. useum: 25 DKK. Known historically as 'Nordic Gold', amber is a quintessential Scandinavian jewelry. And there is no better place to get in than in this store, housed in a 17th century house, right at the beginning of Nyhavn. The shops also runs a museum with an extensive collection of rare finds.
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Malene Birger. ntonigade 10. 45 35 43 22 33 . ttp://www.bymalenebirger.com/. MTV calls her the "Queen of Fashion in Copenhagen", and her store is one of the best woman's fashion stores in Scandinavia.
Munthe+Simonsen. ronnegade 10. 45 33 32 03 12. ttp://www.muntheplussimonsen.com. -Th:10AM-6PM,F:10AM-7PM,Sa:10AM-4PM. bh@muntheplussimonsen.com. Another of the new major Danish fashion houses, recently opened this flagship store with dark brown buffalo skin covers on the walls, hand painted - individually made Venetian lamps and water flowing from a huge gold mosaic. Only for the girls, or for a popular present to bring home.
Norgaard. magertorv 13-15. 45 33 12 24 28. ttp://www.norgaardpaastroget.dk/. -Th:10AM-6PM,F:10AM-7PM,Sa:10AM-5PM. Has long been one of the main fixtures of Stroget, these two stores, right next to each other - ''Norgaard pa stroget'' for women, and ''Mads Norgaard'' for men. The stores won the AOK Copenhagen award in 2007, for both best woman's and best men's shopping. And the best part is that there is something here to fit anyone's pocket.
Samsoe & Samsoe. tudiestrade 13. 45 33 32 11 38. ttp://www.samsoesamsoe.dk. -Th 10AM-6PM,F 10AM-7PM,Sa 10AM-4PM. This store mainly sells clothing by the designer of the same name, making classic clothes with an edge, but also carries small collections of other designers with the same theme. Both for girls and guys.
Music
Shop for some of Copenhagen's music stars in these stores. Good buys of local bands from Copenhagen with international quality include; ''Kashmir'' and ''Mew'' for rock music, and ''Trentemoller'' is an international electonica superstar,
Fona 2000. stergade 47. 45 33 15 90 55. -F 10AM-6PM,Sa 10AM-5PM. Is a 3 floors electronics store, with probably the largest record section in the country, on the 3rd floor.
Blackout. tudiestrade 27. 45 33 14 14 95. ttp://www.blackout.dk. -F 10AM-6.30PM,Sa 10AM-3PM . The country's only specialty store for Rap, Hip Hop and R&B music. And a friendly and knowledgeable owner.
Eat
La Galette. arsbjornsstrade 9. n the back court. 45 33323790. agalette.dk. 2.00-16.00 17.30-22.00, sunday 16.00-22.00. 0-110 depending on what galette you take. La Galette is a French style creperie situated in the inner city of Copenhagen in a court yard surrounded by plants, and an old fence, friendly staff and an atmosphere that takes you somewhere else! Get a Galette or two in "amoureux" and don't miss the cider plus the dessert crepe with creme de marrons and a dot of vanilla ice cream. Perfect for a quick luch or a light dinner.
Budget
The part of Stroget nearest to Radhuspladsen is packed with cheap burger joints, Shawarma places, and China boxes - which all shells out quick food, until very late at night in the weekends. Burger King on the corner of Stroget and Radhuspladsen operates 24 hours.
Ankara. rystalgade 8-10. cross the street from the main library. 45 33 15 19 15. ttp://www.restaurant-ankara.dk/. 1AM-11PM. Inexpensive Turkish food. The 79 DKK all-you-can-eat buffet is a good deal (and it is only 49 DKK for lunch between 11AM-4PM).
Riz Raz. tore Kanikkestrade 19. 45 33 32 33 45. ttp://www.rizraz.dk. 1:30AM-midnight. All you can eat mediterranean inspired, vegetarian buffet for 79 DKK (and 69 DKK for lunch)
Mid Range
There are many opportunities. The area around Grabrodre square is popular.
Amadeus. tore Kongensgade 62, 1264 Kobenhavn K. 45 33 32 35 11. ww.restaurant-amadeus.dk. u-W 7.30AM-11PM,Th-Sa 7.30AM-midnight. 50-300 DKK. Cozy basement restaurant with lots of candles, very decent food, and wonderful desserts. And a nice outdoor serving area for good weather
Brasserie Chit Chat. ankt Peders Strade 24 A. 45 33 33 93 39. ttp://www.chitchat.dk/. u-Mo 5PM-10PM,Tu-Th 5PM-11PM,F-Sa 5PM-midnight. wo courses: 260 DKK. A small and cosy restaurant in the old Latin quarter with Danish and south European food. Special deals on Sundays and Mondays (usually around 25% discount).
Bof og Ost. rabrodretorv 13. 3 11 99 11. ttp://www.boef-ost.dk/. aily 11.30AM-01AM. ain from 149 DKK. A popular restaurant on Grabrodre Torv, dishing out French and Danish cousine. Has a large outdoor serving area on the square.
Cafe Petersborg. redgade 76. 45 33 12 50 16. ttp://www.cafe-petersborg.dk/. -F 11.45AM-3PM & 5PM-8.30PM,Sa 11.30AM-4PM. 25 DKK. Dates back to the 17. century, and have traditional danish open faced sandwiches (smorrebrod). The ''Petersborg Lunch Plate'' is a good deal at
Conditori La Glace. koubogade 3. 45 33 14 46 46. ttp://www.laglace.dk/. -F 8.30AM-5.30PM,Sa 9AM-5PM. ieces from 42 DKK.. Has been serving cakes, ice cream and hot chocolate since 1870, Their specialty is the Sports Cake.
Customs House. avnegade 44. 45 33 31 01 30. ttp://www.customhouse.dk/. aily 10AM-11PM. ains from 115 DKK. As the name suggests this place is located in an old customs house right at the habor canal, with great views over Christianshavn and the water. It is actually 3 restaurants in one building; Bancino cooks up fine Italian food, Bar & Grill is pretty much exactly that - with a Scandinavian twist, and lastly Ebisu offers good Japanese cuisine.
Hovedtelegrafen. obmagergade 37. 45 33 41 09 86. ttp://www.cafehovedtelegrafen.dk/. unch from 99DKK. 45 33 41 09 86.. This Cafe at the top of the Postal Museum, has good lunch with a fantastic view over Copenhagen (You do not need to pay entrance to the museum to eat there). Because of the view, it often fills up - call ahead for reservations.
Les trois cochons. arnedamsvej 10. 45 33 31 70 55. ttp://89.221.175.146/ltc_vin.php. Cosy, smoke-free place that serves most food in pots, pans, and jars. At least two persons must share the main course, everyone at the table get the same starters and desserts. Three course menus for DKK 275, a bottle of wine from DKK 150. Very popular so you need a reservation.
Thorvaldsens Hus. ammel Strand 34. 45 33 32 04 00. ttp://www.thorvaldsens-hus.dk/. oon-3.30PM, 5.30PM-10PM. ains from 195 DKK. Located on the square at the canal opposite Slotsholmen, with a view over the parliament and Thorvaldsens Museum. Here you have the unique options of being served indoors, outdoors in the garden courtyard out back or outdoors on the square. International menu.
Umami. tore Kongensgade 59 . 45 33 38 75 00. ttp://www.restaurantumami.dk. u-Th 6PM-10PM,F-Sa 6PM-11PM. Bar hours varies. ains from 100DKK, Sushi from 60 DKK/piece. Definitely one of Copenhagen's best mid range restaurants, serving Japanese food in french style, and always of a solid quality. The interior is top notch, and the bar is really cool too if you want to continue the evening out, with some interesting Japanese inspired cocktails on the menu.
Splurge
Gammel Mont. ammel Mont 41. 45 33 15 10 60. -F 11.30AM-5PM. ieces from 85DKK. Very traditional, classy, Danish lunch restaurant - in a beautiful red, old timber framed building in the heart of the medieval district.
Geranium. ronprinssesgade 13. 45 33 11 13 04. ttp://www.kongenshave.com/. u-Sa:noon-1.30PM & 6.30PM-9.30PM. ains from 238 DKK. Is a nice michellin stared restaurant in a historical building in Kongens Have, which dished out organic food, with roots in the Scandinavian kitchen.
Herman. ernstorffsgade 5. t Tivoli next to the central station in the Nimb building . 45 88 70 00 00. ttp://www.nimb.dk/. inimum is a 4 course set for 495 DKK. New and creative interpretations of traditional danish dishes, with organic high quality ingredients, and a view over the Tivoli gardens. For a more affordable alternative try the amazing DKK 49 gourmet hotdogs at the Grill-Bar on the ground floor.
Kong Hans Kalder. ingaardsstrade 6. 45 33 11 68 68 . ttp://www.konghans.dk/. -Sa 6PM-midnight. ains from 450 DKK. Is a michelin stared, french restaurant, running since 1976 and located in the oldest building in Copenhagen. The settings are amazing, with its Gothic arches, and medieval atmosphere.
Krogs Fiskerestaurant. ammel Strand 38. 45 33 15 89 15. ttp://www.krogs.dk/uk/index.php. -F:6PM-10.30PM.. enus DKK 750-1000. Historical seafood restaurant from 1920, the environs is a taste of classical Copenhagen, and can make you feel like you stepped back in time. Food is high quality, with fresh fish from Danish waters.
MR. ultorvet 5. 45 33 91 09 49. ttp://www.mr-restaurant.dk/. -Sa 6PM-midnight. ains from 270 DKK. Creative interpretation of Danish food, in really high quality. While a la carte is available, one of the set menu's going from 600 DKK is recommended.
Drink
Brewery pubs
These listings are some excellent options for starting your night in Copenhagen, offering good food and excellent beers produced in the places' own micro breweries.
Apollo Brewery. esterbrogade 3. 45 33 12 33 13. ttp://www.a-h-b.dk/apollo. -Sa 11.30AM-14.30PM&5PM-10.30PM,Su 5PM-10PM. ains from: 171 DKK. This former theatre right next to the Tivoli main entrance, offers some excellent beers from the inhouse brewery, if you combine it with the spareribs, you have a winning combination for a night out with the boys.
BrewPub. estergade 29. 45 33 32 00 60 . ttp://brewpub.dk. -Sa noon-10PM. courses 280 DKK, 2 beer menu 75 DKK. This place has a really nice outdoor beergarden in a courtyard in one of the historic buildings downtown. The menu is specially designed to go well with the beers, that the brewery produces in their own basement. Also has indoor seating.
Fargekroen Brewery. ivoli. 45 33 75 06 80 . ttp://www.faergekroen.com/. aily noon-10PM (only in the Tivoli season). ains from 159 DKK. This idyllic place set by a lake inside Tivoli (see picture on the right), has an austrian brewmaster behind its beers, and serves Danish food both inside the old building, or at a large patio by the lake.
Bars
Charlies. ilestrade 33. 45 33 32 22 89. ttp://www.charlies.dk/. -W 2PM-2AM,Th-Sa noon-2AM,Su 2PM-9PM. Great choice of beers, especially British beers and real cask ales. Very popular so you might have to stand on weekends, but lively also on weekdays.
Den Tatoverede Enke. othersgade 8C. 45 33 91 88 77. ail@dentatoveredeenke.dk. ttp://www.dentatoveredeenke.dk. -W 4PM-midnight,Tu-Th 2PM-1AM,F-Sa 2PM-2AM.. The name means the Tatooed widow in Danish, 16 beers on tap and more than 100 on bottles. This is the place for Belgian beers. Also have a good restaurant on the top floor.
The Dubliner. magertorv 5. 45 33 32 22 26. ttp://www.thedubliner.dk. -Th 10AM-late,F-Sa 10AM-5AM,Su 11AM-late. Huge and rather touristy, it is still probably the most authentic Irish pub in Copenhagen, usually always something going on, even on weekdays - also serves pub food, and has many big screens for watching sports.
Funch's Vinstue. orre Farimagsgade 55. 45 33 11 54 45. ttp://www.nansensgaden.dk/funchsvinstue/. -Th 10AM-2AM,F-Sa 10AM-5AM,Su 10AM-2AM. Real old-fashioned bar with a good mix of regulars and "poor" student's from the universities. The bar prices are some of the cheapest you get in downtown, and while the place looks pretty run down, the mixed clientele gives it a good atmosphere.
Halvvejen. rystalgade 11. 45 33 11 91 12. ttp://www.cafehalvvejen.dk/. Is another old fashioned bar. Its main claim to fame is its adoption of the 10-trip card you use at public transit, known as a ''klippekort'' in Danish, to sell alcohol. 13 servings of beer, shots or spirits for 199 DKK.
Heidi's Bier Bar. estergade 18. ttp://www.kbh.heidisbierbar.dk. -W 4PM-3AM,Th-Sa 4PM-5AM,Su 4PM-2AM. 2 floors of Tyrolean after ski attitude a short walk away from Radhuspladsen.
La Fontaine. ompagnistrade 11. 45 33 11 60 98. ttp://www.lafontaine.dk/. -Sa 11AM-3PM,Su 9AM-1PM.. Oldest jazz bar with live jazz music. Double up on beer and liquor Monday to Saturday between 8PM and 10PM
The Moose. vartegade 5. 45 33914291. ttp://www.aok.dk/natteliv/moose. eekdays until 3.00, weekends until late -. A long time favourite for students from the universities, this small cramped bar is famed for its moose head, over tagged walls and most importantly the "double up" Tuesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays - where you get two draft beers for 30 DKK.
Ruby. ybrogade 10. 45 33 93 12 03. ttp://www.rby.dk/. -W 4PM-1AM Th-Sa 4PM-2AM. This is probably the best cocktail bar in town in the moment, although, visitors should keep in mind that this is Scandinavia, and a night out here could easily break a budget - that being said - this is the place to do it, with attentive and qualified bartenders, and a well designed interior.
Tango y Vinos Argentinean wine bar. erluf Trolles Gade 9. 45 2293 9800. ttp://www.tangoyvinos.dk/. u-Sa:4PM-Late. Argentinian run place, that is part wine bar, part concert venue. This place imports its own Argentinians wines, arranges Tango lessons on Tuesdays (8PM-9:30PM, 100 DKK) and has frequent Tango,Jazz and classical concerts.
Togas Vinstue. t. Kirkestrade 3. ttp://www.toga.dk/. -W noon-3AM, Th noon-4PM,F-Sa noon-5PM. 45 33 12 21 26. If you are interested in politics, this oddity of low key bar near the parliament, is frequented by many parliamentarians, and always have a heated debate going on - feel free to join in as mostly everyone has some command of English. Speciality is the Von Oosten bitter - tastes terrible, but don't be surprised if someone forces it in you.
Vinbaren. ronningens Tvargade 6. 45 33 32 09 82. ttp://www.vinbaren.dk. -Sa 5PM-late.. A wine bar with good a good selections of bottles and 5-6 both red and whites by the glass. Also has champagne, cocktails and a few beers. A good place to relax in soft soft leather chairs, watch the aquariums, and listen to the quiet music.
Zoo Bar. ronprinsensgade 7. 45 33 15 68 69. ttp://www.zoobar.dk/. -W 11AM-midnight,Th-Sa 11AM-2AM. Small but hip place, which also serves good food. Always crowded on weekends. Interesting decoration with colorful artsy graffitis on the wall. Always crowded in the weekends, where quality local DJ's takes to the decks.
Zum Biergarten. xeltorv 12. 45 33 93 90 94. ttp://www.zumbiergarten.dk/. -W:15-midnight,Th:2PM-2AM,Sa-Su:3PM-5PM. o cover charge. Nothing here but true Bavarian attitude, expect lederhosen, lanterns, Oktoberfest vibes - at the benches of the long tables inside, or at the garden outside.
Orsted Olbar & Cafe. orre Farimagsgade 13"+45 33 93 65 75 email="info@oerstedoelbar.dk. ttp://oerstedoelbar.dk/. -Tu 5PM-1AM, W-Th 3PM-2AM,F-Sa 1PM-3AM, Su 2PM-midnight.. Relaxed bar with a wide range of beers on draft and several good beers on bottle, soft chairs, a pool table, and a fussball table.
Cafe Retro. nabrostrade 26. ust off Stroget. estyrer@cafe-retro.dk. ttp://caferetro.dk/. Non-profit bar (supports humanitarian work) with a very cosy atmosphere, reasonable prices. Free Wifi and a browser-terminal for guests. Also sells clothes. Live music th-fr-sa from 9 pn,
Clubs & Venues
Copenhagen Jazz house. iels Hemmingsens Gade 10. 45 33 15 47 00. ttp://www.jazzhouse.dk/. ightclub: F-Sa: midnight-late. This place, was along with the now closed Montmartre, institutions in the hey days of Danish Jazz. There is concerts daily on evenings, and on weekends there is a nightclub for the 30+ crowd in the basement.
Club Mambo. ester Voldgade 85. 45 33 32 50 50. ttp://www.clubmambo.dk/. h:8PM-3AM,F-Sa:9PM-5AM. over charge: 40-50 DKK. Copenhagen's main Latin venue, with a large dance floor for salsa dancing, and a lounge bar with a wider variety of music. Free Salsa lessons every Thursday from 8-9PM. Unfortunately it is totally random wether the place is jam packed or really quite.
Culture Box. ronprinsessegade 54A. 45 26 43 94 00. ttp://www.culture-box.com/. h-Sa:11PM-5AM. over charge: 30-80 DKK. Culture Box is the flagship of the electronic music scene in Copenhagen, and is immensely important for the local development of the genre. Mixes superstar DJ's with local talent. Usually a friendly, open crowd, and non commercial music blasting out the speakers.
Discotek In. orregade 1. 45 33 11 74 78. ttp://diskotekin.dk/. 1PM-8AM. 50 DKK for all you can drink beer, wine and champagne.. This is the place to go if you enjoy dance and light house music. But be forewarned, has a reputation among locals, for its mostly very young crowd, heavy drug use and frequent shows of testosterone. That being said, it can be fun if you take it as an experience.
Kulor Bar. othersgade 8F. 45 33 32 20 90. ttp://www.kulorbar.dk. h-Sa: 11PM-5AM. ntrance DKK 80. A hit or miss sorta place, with nice colorful interiors, chill corners, and occasional artistic performances in the midst of the partying crowd. The entrance fee includes free beers from 10PM to 1AM, Minimum age is 18 on Thursdays, and 21 on weekends.
K3. nabrostrade 3. 45 33 11 37 84. ttp://www.k-3.dk/. h-Sa:10PM-6AM. over charge: 40-50 DKK. This club used to be the flagship of the gay community, but drowned in straights joining in on the outrageous parties. The club took the consequence and reopened as the pan sexual club K3. That doesn't take note of your sexual orientation, but parties away in an inferno of drags, dancers, and decadence in 4 stories playing different styles of music. Thursdays the venue hosts club Slik; a bit more down to earth than on weekends - with resident DJ's playing upfront electronic music on level one & discoclassics from the 90's on the second level.
The Rock. kindergade 45-47. 45 33 91 39 13. ttp://www.the-rock.dk/. h-Sa:8PM-6AM. over charge:50 DKK. This is a large club, playing rock music, heavy metal etc. People here mainly wear black, has died their hair black, and uses black eyeliner - but the crowd is open and friendly to everyone. Also has a stage where live music of the same genre is played mostly every weekend.
Studenterhuset. obmagergade 52. 45 35 32 38 60 . ttp://studenterhuset.com/. o noon-6PM, Su 3PM-6PM (also see daily schedule). Studenterhuset or the Student house in English is a lively cafe, bar and live venue run by the student association on the University of Copenhagen, right next to Rundetarn. There are certain regular weekly events here; Tuesdays (noon-01PM) it is gay day, Wednesdays (noon-01PM) it is international night where many exchange students come to party, a good option for a night out on Wednesdays which can be pretty quite elsewhere, Thursdays & Fridays (noon-late) are nights for various live acts. The rest of the week has no set schedule.
Coffee
If you are in dire need of some caffeine the following morning, here are some places that should (could?) sharpen you up.
Risteriet. tudiestrade 36. 45 33 91 00 45. ttp://www.risteriet.dk. -F 8AM-6PM,Sa 10AM-3PM. This place at the end of Studiestrade roasts coffee freshly on the premises every day. And you are offered both to drink some in the cafe or bring it home from the store.
Robert's coffee. arsbjornsstrade 17. 45 33 32 66 10. ttp://www.robertscoffee.dk. -Th 10AM-11PM,F 10AM-1AM,Sa 11AM-midght,Su noon-7PM (only summer). Robert's coffee is a nice place in the Latin quarter, with a clean and lean 1st floor, and a more anarchistic but very cozy basement with a fireplace, candlelight, bare massive stone walls and an interesting decoration - Perfect for a cold day. The many coffee's are mostly organic, and they also sells beers and cakes. Sometimes there are random, intimate concerts going on the basement.
Sleep
Budget
Hotel Bethel. yhavn 22. 45 33 13 03 70. ttp://www.hotel-bethel.dk/. rom 645 DKK. nfo@hotel-bethel.dk. A very good budget option, with a prime location on Nyhavn, and great views over the canal. Used to be a ''Somandshjem'' or Seaman's home, and it still shows in the atmosphere of the place - so don't expect anything fancy.
Cab-Inn City. itchellsgade 14. 45 33 46 16 16. ttp://www.cabinn.com/. rom 545 DKK, Breakfast 50 DKK. ity@cabinn.com. Part of a chain, this hotel has good small rooms at an affordable price, just behind Tivoli and Glyptoteket. 24 hour reception.
Danhostel - Copenhagen City. .C. Andersens Boulevard 50. 45 33 18 83 32. ttp://www.danhostel.dk/copenhagencity. orms: 145-180DKK, Rooms 580-720 DKK. openhagencity@danhostel.dk. Rooms are clean, and minimal, not to say spartan although the hostel prides itself of having rooms designed by renowned design house Gubi, it looks more like an Ikea room - not that this is necessarily a bad thing, considering it is a hostel, and the view are great! Everything extra comes with a cost, but the lobby is super nice.
Danhostel - Copenhagen Downtown. andkunsten 5. 45 70 23 21 10 . ttp://www.copenhagendowntown.com. orms: 130 DKK, Rooms: 449-699 DKK. nfo@copenhagendowntown.com. Prime location, right next to Slotsholmen and the parliament near the canal, and has its own bar, lounge and restaurant. But it can get a bit noisy. 24 hour reception
Hotel Jorgensen. omersgade 11. 45 33 13 81 86. ttp://www.hoteljoergensen.dk. orm: 150 DKK, rooms: 625-720 DKK. oteljoergensen@mail.dk. Central location just north of Norreport station, with both dorm beds and private rooms available, and both include a full Scandinavian breakfast buffet.
Hotel Windsor. rederiksborggade 30. 45 33 11 08 30. ttp://www.hotelwindsor.dk. rom 475 DKK. otelwindsor@inet.uni2.dk. Is a central and cheap hotel, '''only''' catering to gays and lesbians. Some rooms with private shows, the rest have shared facilities in the corridors. The staff is very knowledgeable about the local gay scene.
Medium
Hotel Danmark. ester Voldgade 89. 45 33 11 48 06. ttp://www.hotel-danmark.dk/. rom DKK 990. A medium-priced, very friendly and cosy hotel in the middle of Copenhagen. Very good location, close to Tivoli. Free wireless and a great breakfast.
The Square. adhuspladsen 14. 45 33 38 12 00. ttp://www.thesquare.dk. PM. oon. rom 995 DKK. hesquare@arp-hansen.dk. Stylish minimalist design hotel, smack in the busiest part of the city center, with a view over Radhuspladsen. Both wireless internet and a terminal available in the lobby.
Hotel Fox. armers Plads 3. 45 33 95 77 55. ttp://www.hotelfox.dk. rom 990 DKK. otel@hotelfox.dk. Easily the coolest hotel in town, this place has 61 rooms, each individually made into a piece of art by 21 young designers. A nice bar in the lobby, and speaking of the lobby, the staff is good and friendly, and they have iPods for rent. Check the website for pictures of the rooms.
Hotel Twentyseven. ongangstrade 27. 45 70 27 56 27. ttp://www.hotel27.dk. rom 1200 DKK. c.27@choice.dk. This cool designer hotel is located a few meters from Radhuspladsen. The rooms are small but have a very stylish minimalist feel. Prices are in the mid-range, The Absolut Ice Bar is next door where the walls and seats are made of ice, and the Absolut cocktails are served in ice glasses, is operated by the same guys The walls, bar and seats are also all made of ice.
Ibsens Hotel. endersgade 23. 45 33 95 77 55. ttp://www.ibsenshotel.dk/. PM. 1AM. ooms from 990 DKK. otel@ibsenshotel.dk. Nice and classical hotel, in a good area between Nansensgade and the lakes, and very close to shopping. Free wireless.
Hotel Opera. ordenskjoldsgade 15. ext to the royal theater at Kgs Nytorv. '+45'' 3347 8300. ttp://www.operahotelcopenhagen.com/. rom DKK 545. otelopera@arp-hansen.dk. '+45'' 33478301. Smaller hotel located on a quiet street beween Kgs Nytorv and Nyhavn.
Phoenix Hotel. redgade 37. block south of the Marmorkirken on Bredgade. '+45'' 3395 9500? . ttp://www.phoenixcopenhagen.dk/. 200. DKK 1000. Small, if well appointed rooms. Handy central location.
Splurge
Hotel Kong Arthur. orre Sogade 11. 45 33 11 12 12. ttp://www.kongarthur.dk/. A very classic and stylish hotel with a nice and friendly atmosphere. Good location near the lakes and ecofriendly too as it is CO2-neutral. The hotel is right next door to the amazing Avalon spa, and in the summertime you can have the (really good) breakfast outside in the courtyard.
71 Nyhavn Hotel. yhavn 71. 45 33 43 62 00. ttp://www.71nyhavnhotel.com. AM. oon. rom 1200 DKK. 71nyhavnhotel@arp-hansen.dk. This place is a top notch, historic, waterfront hotel - right at Nyhavn. With wireless internet, satellite TV and all other amenities you would expect from a four star hotel
Admiral Hotel. oldbodgade 24-28. 45 33 74 14 14. ooking@admiralhotel.dk. ttp://www.admiralhotel.dk. ooms from 1175 DKK. Charming hotel on the waterfront, in an old harbor warehouse from 1781. 10 minute walk from the little mermaid.
D'Angleterre. ongens Nytorv 34. 45 33 12 00 95. ttp://www.dangleterre.dk. PM. oon. rom DKK 2680. angleterre@dangleterre.dk. This is easily Copenhagen's most exclusive hotel. Set in a classical building overlooking Kongens Nytorv and the royal theater, it can trace its roots back to 1755. The service is impeccable, as you would expect from a five star Hotel. And the historic interiors are down right amazing.
Skt Petri Hotel. rystalgade 22. 45 33 45 91 00. eception@hotelsktpetri.com. ttp://www.hotelsktpetri.dk. rom 1295 DKK. The modern designer hotel is located in the heart of the Copenhagen Latin Quarter, close to prime pedestrianized shopping areas and the Round Tower, and looks nothing like any other hotel in Copenhagen. The bar in the lobby area is good, but posh, as the rest of the Hotel.
Sofitel Plaza Copenhagen. ernstorffsgade 4. 45 33 14 92 62. openhagenplaza@profilhotels.dk. ttp://www.profilhotels.se. rom 2000 DKK. 4 Star hotel, right at the exit of the central station, with Tivoli across the street. Classical interiors, and a lot of history.
Contact
The postal code for central Copenhagen ranges between 1000-1499 (''Kobenhavn K''), and is quite confusing compared to the rest of the country, since almost every street here has its own postcode.
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