Must see!
One of the first impressions that strike visitors to this busy, dynamic capital of Denmark is the cleanliness and orderliness that prevails in its narrow medieval cobbled central city streets and along the picturesque canals in Christianshaven.
What To Do:
There are ten popular ways to enjoy this beautiful city. Pick those that are interesting to you. But why not try them all?
• Go to the Tivoli Gardens – the highly popular amusement park • Shop in Strøget – Copenhagen’s largest shopping area • Have your photo taken beside the The Little Mermaid statue. • Experience the Canal tours – This is a 60-minute guided tour of the harbor and the canals. • Bring yourself to the Amalienborg Palace – A major architectural work and probably the most outstanding piece of Rococo architecture in Denmark • Visit The Viking Ship Museum – In 1962, five Viking ships were rescued and resurrected from the harbor. • Pass by the Round Tower – built on the initiative of King Christian IV • Discover what’s inside the National Museum – Denmark’s largest museum of cultural history • Search for the Kronborg Castle – It is situated on the sea in Elsinore (Helsingør). • Stop by the National Gallery – The only place in Denmark that features 700 years of Western art and cultural history under one roof.
Where To Eat:
Food lovers will be pleased with the variety of food they can find and sample in Copenhagen. Look for some marinated reindeer or the traditional “frikadeller” (Danish meat balls) to feast on! Check out some of these fine restaurants:
• Ad Libitum – This restaurant is located at City Hall Square and serves Danish and Mediterranean food. • Al Mercante – Try the Dutch veal fillet “Amalfi” in tomato sauce with mozarella, basil, and sun dried tomatoes. Also, Al Mercante employs the best bartenders in Denmark. • Restaurant Ensemble – Has been awarded a Michelin star by the prestigious French guide and offers one single menu, which changes every second week: Five courses with a carefully matched wine menu.
Where To Stay:
Staying in the center of Copenhagen shouldn’t be a problem with your budget. There are surprisingly cheap, quality hostels in the area.
• Copenhagen Downtown – a few minutes walk from Tivoli Gardens, the Central Station and Christiansborg Palace • Danhostel Copenhagen City – located in a tall building overlooking the city and Copenhagen Harbour, a few minutes walk from Tivoli and City Hall • Copenhagen Airport Hostel – a cheap accommodation close to Copenhagen Airport
How to get there:
Copenhagen International Airport is the principal air traffic hub of Northern Europe, and is served by more than 60 international airlines flying non-stop to and from 130 cities around the world.
References:
Visitcopenhagen.com Fodors.com Greatescapes.co.uk Wordtravels.com
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