Copenhagen City Centre

Copenhagen

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Copenhagen City Centre
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Brimming with cultural institutions, museums, attractions, fine dining and charming canals, the heart of this Danish city is the place to be. 

With its artistic treasures, exciting urban life, iconic canals and royal and political history, Copenhagen City Centre is the best place to begin your city exploration. The heart of the city includes the area within Sortedam Lake, Peblinge Lake and Sankt Jørgens Lake and covers Old Town and Christianshavn.

Stay in Copenhagen City Centre for easy access to the city’s top attractions. The heart of the city is easily walkable, with several sites huddled around Rådhuspladsen (City Hall Square). Spend an hour or two exploring the pedestrian thoroughfare of Strøget, which leads through the heart of Old Town and offers a multitude of shopping opportunities, from the budget-minded to haute couture.

Learn about the fascinating history of Copenhagen at the Museum of Copenhagen, a great first stop to familiarize yourself with the city’s origins and royal background. Learn how Copenhagen was founded as a fishing town in 1167, then watch as its history unfolds over the centuries to include wars with Sweden and Norway, as well as important contributions to academia and the design world.

Take your history lesson outside at nearby Kastellet, a 17th-century, star-shaped fortress and popular urban green space. You may enter at the King’s Gate or Norway Gate to explore the military barracks and enjoy excellent views of the capital city, its harbor and its iconic Little Mermaid statue. Explore the three on-site museums, an 18th-century Baroque church and a replica of an 18th-century windmill.

Stroll past the crooked houses and along the narrow streets of Christianshavn, one of Copenhagen’s oldest neighborhoods. Climb the spiral staircase to the top of the Church of Our Saviour, wander along the pretty canals and pop into trendy restaurants. Expect hygge by the handful in this charming neighborhood, made up of small islands and easily explored by bike, on foot or from the water.

Travel to Copenhagen City Centre by taxi, train, bus or metro. Ride-share services are also available within the city. Once there, though, take to walking to best soak up the historic vibe of this captivating city center.


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Copenhagen City Centre Hotel Deals

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

2 out of 5
Borgergade 9, Copenhagen
$98 nightly
The price is $123 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$123 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,240 reviews)
"Review of a solo woman traveler: The best things about this hotel: The location is great, it’s a quick walk to a lot of the main attracting areas such as Nyhavn. The hotel is very clean, no complaints there at all. The restaurant looked very nice, I did not eat there myself, but it was packed for ..."

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Scandic Copenhagen

Scandic Copenhagen

4 out of 5
Vester Søgade 6, Copenhagen
$175 nightly
The price is $219 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$219 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,109 reviews)
"Liked simple but descent breakfast."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Scandic Copenhagen
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade

2 out of 5
Bernstorffsgade 35, Copenhagen
$107 nightly
The price is $134 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$134 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,817 reviews)
"We never got out towel replaced. I had to ask for them both days as did the other couple that we were on our trip with."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
CABINN City Hotel

CABINN City Hotel

2 out of 5
Mitchellsgade 14, Copenhagen
$81 nightly
The price is $101 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$101 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,401 reviews)
"Room is small but good for one person. Great staff"

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

CABINN City Hotel
Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen

Radisson Blu Scandinavia Hotel, Copenhagen

4 out of 5
Amager Boulevard 70, Copenhagen
$163 nightly
The price is $203 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$203 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a casino. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,352 reviews)
"La atencion del personal fue excelente y los servicios del hotel muy buenos"

Reviewed on Jul 25, 2025

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Admiral Hotel Copenhagen

Admiral Hotel Copenhagen

4 out of 5
Toldbodgade 24-28, Copenhagen
$265 nightly
The price is $332 total per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
$332 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,145 reviews)
"So well located. Staff amazing and ever so helpful."

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2025

Admiral Hotel Copenhagen
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Other neighborhoods around Copenhagen City Centre

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Slotsholmen

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Slotsholmen. You might want to make time for a stop at Danish Royal Library or Christiansborg Palace Chapel.

Slotsholmen
Church of Our Saviour featuring a church or cathedral, views and religious aspects

Christianshavn

Fashionable and lively, Christianshavn boasts a nautical atmosphere with a mix of old military buildings and new residential developments. Explore greenspaces like Christianshavns Vold, visit the Church of Our Saviour, and enjoy easy access to the metro and harbor buses.

Christianshavn
Copenhagen Opera House featuring theater scenes, modern architecture and a city

Holmen

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Holmen. You might want to make time for a stop at Copenhagen Opera House or Spejdermuseet.

Holmen
Copenhagen featuring modern architecture and a sunset

København V

5/5(3 area reviews)

If you're spending time in København V, check out sights like Tivoli Gardens or Wallmans Circus Building and hop on the metro to see more the city at Vesterport Station or Rådhuspladsen Station.

København V
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Meatpacking District

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Meatpacking District. You might want to make time for a stop at Oksnehallen or DGI-Byen.

Meatpacking District
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Nørrebro

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Multicultural and vibrant, the world's coolest neighborhood in Time Out's 2021 poll boasts a multiethnic main street, Nørrebrogade, with diverse shops and restaurants. Explore historic Assistens Cemetery and admire the mix of landmarks and modern architecture.

Nørrebro


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