15 hidden gems in Copenhagen

15 hidden gems in Copenhagen

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Kronborg Castle - UNESCO World Heritage
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Kronborg Castle - UNESCO World Heritage

Drama-packed Kronborg is one of Northern Europe’s finest Renaissance castles. 

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Ordrupgaard Museum
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Ordrupgaard Museum

Ordrupgaard is a state-owned art museum close to Dyrehaven and Jægersborg in Greater Copenhagen. The museum is known for its large collection of French and Danish pieces from the 19th and 20th centuri...

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Karen Blixen Museum, Rungstedlund
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Karen Blixen Museum, Rungstedlund

In the city of Rungsted, you will find the charming and historic house Rungstedlund. The authentic author home of Karen Blixen is today a museum, Bird Sanctuary and lovely café.

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Dragør
Photo: Marvin Kuhr

Welcome to Copenhagen East

Welcome to Copenhagen East

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Copenhagenøs Nordvest neighbourhood
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Discover the up-and-coming Nordvest neighbourhood

This culturally diverse neighbourhood is off the beaten track and a place to experience an authentic and local part of Copenhagen. To get really under the skin of the architecture and urban development in this area, we recommend walking or biking to get the full expierence.

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Sydhavnen
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Area guide: Authentic Sydhavnen

In Sydhavnen, new and old Copenhagen meet in a neighbourhood full of contrasts. The area around Tegl- and Sluseholmen offers modern architecture connected by small bridges and canals. Here, water is an essential part of local life. On the other side of Sydhavnsgade is the old Sydhavnen, whose history as a working-class neighbourhood still shines through. 

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Area guide: The Carlsberg City District

This guide will help you to the very best of Copenhagens newest neighbourhood

Area guide: Family-friendly Østerbro

This elegant part of town is a treasure trove when it comes to great experiences for young and adults alike. And as the greenest neighbourhood in Copenhagen, Østerbro’s parks, waterfront and shopping streets are perfect for a bike ride or a stroll. Regardless of what makes you tick, this guide shares the best tips to Østerbro and Trianglen.

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The Deer Park
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The Deer Park

A short trip north from Copenhagen will take you to Dyrehaven, a wonderful woodland that seems far from city lights and traffic noise.

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Copenhagen's harbour baths and beaches

In Copenhagen, you are never far from a beach, and during summer you can also go for a swim in the many centrally located harbour baths. 

If you want more in-depth information on the Copenhagen Harbour, download the dedicated app for that here: KBH Havn.

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Grundtvig's Church
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Grundtvig's Church

Grundtvig's Church was erected in commemoration of the great Danish priest, poet, and reformer N.F.S. Grundtvig (1783 - 1882). This monumental church is referred to in modern terms as a gothic cathedr...

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Cisternerne
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Cisternerne

Buried deep beneath Søndermarken's green grass is a massive underground world holding the city's most unique art space.

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Frederiksberg Garden
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Frederiksberg Garden

At the main entrance, visitors are officially received by Frederik VI, a former king much beloved by his people, so one is fully aware of entering his garden.

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Home of Carlsberg
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Home of Carlsberg

Explore the story of "Probably the best beer in the world". Home of Carlsberg is a unique experience that tells a piece of Denmark's unique history in a new and captivating way.

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Area guide: Waterfront Nordhavn

From brand-spanking new architecture to top-notch bathing and eating in the sky, Nordhavn is a hot-spot for impressive architecture, design studios and new gastronomy.