Copenhagen is a chic Scandinavian city filled with cafes, museums, shopping and Michelin starred dining! If you are looking for a sophisticated European escape, Copenhagen is the place for you. Read on for a city guide to the Danish capital.
Where to Stay in Copenhagen
Copenhagen is a very walkable city so you will want to be at the center of all the action. The D’Angleterre is the place to be if you want top notch service and accessibility to major sites.
With a view of the famous Nyhavn waterfront and large suites, the D’Angleterre lives up to its reputation as the most luxurious hotel in the city. If you are looking for an introduction to “hygge”, spend a night at the D’Angleterre this winter. Waking up to a snow-covered view of Nyhavn from the comfort of your room is just about as cozy as it gets!
Furthermore, the spa includes the only indoor pool in the center of Copenhagen. Taking a dip along with a steam in the sauna is the best way to end the day after exploring the city!
What to Do in Copenhagen
There is something for everyone is Copenhagen. For the foodie, there are many Michelin-rated restaurants along with picture perfect cafes and casual restaurants serving up international eats. For the art lover, there are dozens of museums to check out. And for the explorer, there are so many beautiful city parks and harbor walks, all near the city center. Here are a few sites you just can’t miss!
Nyhavn
This is probably the shot of Copenhagen you are most familiar with; “Nyhavn” is a 17thcentury waterfront neighborhood near the center of town famous for its colorful homes and buildings and boats lining the pier.
Whether this is your 1st or 21st visit to Copenhagen, you have to take a stroll along the water in Nyhavn. We were extra lucky in that we could also enjoy the beautiful view and architecture from our suite at the D’Angleterre.
Frederiks Kirke
We always like to get a 360 view of every city we visit and in Copenhagen the best place for that is at Frederiks Kirke, an 18th century cathedral right near the Amalienborg Palace. One can climb to the top of the church for a sweeping view of the city. These tours are available only on the weekends in the winter (daily in the summer) and while it is a bit of a climb (~250 steps), I can guarantee the view is worth it!
Glyptoteket
The Glyptoteket is Copenhagen’s large art museum just across the street from the famous amusement park Tivoli. Funded by the Carlsberg family, the museum is based off their private collection of works and features pieces of historically significant works from all over the world. Whether you are interested in art or architecture, you will enjoy your visit to this stunning building.
Where to Eat
The Danes are foodies, so it is no surprise that Copenhagen is a foodie’s dream. From cafes to fine dining, Copenhagen has it all. Here is a brief dining guide to Copenhagen:
Restaurant Sankt Annae
If this is your first trip to Copenhagen, you have to try some traditional Danish dishes. And the best place to do so is Sankt Annae in near the Amalienborg Palace. They specialize in Smørrebrød – a classic open-faced sandwiches usually topped with cured fish and accoutrements. Open only for lunch, Sankt Annae is usually packed so be sure to make a reservation.
Apollo Bar
For a trendy brunch in central Copenhagen head to Apollo Bar—a cozy, airy, spot serving up some Insta worthy dishes. They have several varieties of eggs Benedict that are all worth a try!
Emmery’s Café
Finally, if you just want to grab a cappuccino and some classic Danish pastries, Emmery’s Café is the perfect choice.
The location on Store Strandstrædeis also close to some very chic shops for home goods and clothing so if you are planning to shop till you drop, this could be a great place for a pick me up.
Sanchez Restaurant
During our time in Copenhagen, we were able to dine with friends at Sanchez, the brainchild of a Noma alumnus, offering modern Mexican cuisine.
We highly recommend the tasting menu with drink pairings, which really offers a complete experience.
Marchal
On the other hand, Marchal, the Michelin starred restaurant at the D’Angleterre, is a traditional fine-dining restaurant. The menu always remains fresh and vibrant, changing often so each time you return there is something different. Stay tuned for our next blog post on our fabulous experience at Marchal!
Getting to Copenhagen, Denmark
Copenhagen is easily accessible from several routes in the Northeast, and once you arrive at the airport you should pick up a Copenhagen Card from the tourism kiosk so you have instant access to the metro and free entry to most of the city’s famous sites!
For more European city escapes check out our stories on Dublin, London and Paris!
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