This is a truly strange tourist attraction. And, I use that term,"Tourist Attraction," lightly…read more It is said that this place is the home to many of those who live an alternative lifestyle in Copenhagen. They claim that this area is completely beyond the rules and the laws of Copenhagen. In some ways, that is pretty easy to see as the main street is lined with people selling weed and hash, which is still illegal in Denmark. Copenhagen is not Amsterdam. Though a bit sketchy, this city within a city is very well maintained. I am sure there is some other story going on here. ...One that we will never know. This being said, what you will find here is some of the best street art and graffiti that you will witness anywhere across Copenhagen. Of course, it is clearly stated all over the place, "No Photos." But, I'm guess that is more to keep the people dealing drugs safe and off the radar than anything else. One of the funny/interesting things I find about this location is that tour buses actually pull up to it. I don't know, maybe it's just me me, but if you are truly embracing an alternative lifestyle that all seems rather intrusive. Nonetheless, this is an interesting place. Even if all you do is look at the great street art, it is worth the visit.

Christiania is an interesting visit, away from the standard tourist perspective of Copenhagen. From…read moreoriginal art to music and craft, Christiania is open to all as an alternate self-sustaining community.

Nyhavn is absolutely beautiful and definitely a must-see when visiting Copenhagen! As a tourist,…read morethis was one of my favorite places to explore. The colorful historic houses lining the waterfront are so charming and aesthetically pleasing. It honestly looks like something straight out of a postcard! I loved watching the boats cruise through the canal while people enjoyed their meals and drinks at the waterfront restaurants. The atmosphere is lively yet relaxing, and there's something so peaceful about strolling along the water and admiring the historic architecture. We also had lunch at Nyhavn C, located right along the waterfront, which made the experience even better! We got to enjoy our meal with beautiful views of the canal, colorful buildings, and boats passing by. It was such a lovely setting to sit back, enjoy some food, and take in the scenery. It's also the perfect spot for photos! Every corner is picture-worthy, and the vibrant buildings make such a beautiful backdrop. There are plenty of restaurants and cafés nearby if you want to grab a bite or a drink while enjoying the views. Although it's definitely a tourist hotspot, I can see why it's one of Copenhagen's most iconic attractions. Whether you're visiting during the day or evening, Nyhavn is worth experiencing at least once. Such a picturesque and memorable part of my Denmark trip!

Nyhavn is a waterfront district that was built in the late 1600s. In the 1800s the author Hans…read moreChristian Andersen lived here. Today Nyhavn is a major tourist destination for its colorful houses, boat tours along the canal, historic ships, and dining in restaurants. My husband and I briefly visited Nyhavn when we were on vacation. I enjoyed seeing the historic houses and boats along the water. If I had had more time, I bet that a boat ride and a restaurant meal would have been lovely.

Every major European city has a seedy underbelly and I guess this is Copenhagen's. Only it's not…read moremuch of an underbelly as it's so visible, so maybe an.. elbow? In any case, this is where you can see many of the local prostitutes and drug addicts. They are normally not aggressive as long as you avoid eye contact, so just be cool. Wait, where are you going? Come back, it is really worth a visit. For one thing, there are a lot of great restaurants here or on its side streets; especially if you want Asian food. Although Magasasa and Thai Corner scream "tourist trap!" due to their close proximity to the central station, you can get good, authentic food. After that you'll want a drink, and it's easy to roll your distended belly down to Ølbutikken or Mikkeller. And if you drink one too many, drag yourself further down to Kebabistan for that late night stomach-padding. Although it is sort of an ugly street, it has its own charm and so many nice places to eat and drink. Just refrain from buying any people or drugs and you'll have a great time. Food: Bento, Magasasa, Thai Corner, Noodle House, Fu Hao, Kebabistan Drink: Ølbutikken, Mikkeller, 1656, Dia'legd Shop: Rude, Hornecker, Ølbutikken

Mixed feelings is not the word, Blågårdsgade is the essential part of my love or hatred towards…read moreNørrebro. Back in the 90ties I were studying Geography, and we were making a analysis of the street. It had been a vibrant street in a working class area with all kinds of shopping. The street died, and it raised again like a phoenix. All the essential shopping is back, but it's a hipster community. Fortunately a lot of the housing in the area is non-profite, so the area known as The Black Square is still black by it's emigrants and drunks. You can also spot a student or two. In the street you can buy to expensive coffee, support Islamic extremists, have icecreme, buy clothing, hang out with cheap beer, or do what you want. We're inclusive at Blågårdsgade. Just remember we live here, and you're a probably a guest.

A great area that embodies Inner Nørrebro perfectly. A lot of Danes (including those "with another…read moreethnic background than Danish," as ethnic Danes would say), international hipsters, and immigrants like me hang out here. Although the street itself is dirty, the shop fronts are colourful and attractive and the graffiti is cool (NOT the tagging). Why are we all hanging out here? Because there is something for everyone. Blågårds Apoteket for the older day-drinking crowd, Harbo Bar for the hipsters, Beyti for drunks in need of a meal, and Cafe N for the vegetarians. Obviously these divisions are not cut and dried and of course there are also some places with a mostly mixed demographic like Props, Hind Marked, or the library. Although this street has had a troubled past, it is a nice blend now and when I'm here I feel at home. It's especially great when there is a block party or fleamarket going on. Definitely check it out if you are visiting Copenhagen, just stay out of the way of cyclists. Eat: Bluetaco, Ahaaa, Beyti, Kimia Drink: Harbo Bar, Blågårds Apoteket, Props Shop: Hind Marked, Insula Music, Blågårds Blomster Hang: Støberiet, Harbo Bar, Arabica

Traditional swedish sauna house with one department for women and one for men. Open all year…read morearound. wonderfull architecture. The function might not be for me though....

I would have to say this is one of my favorite streets in my neighborhood. It just is Vesterbro to…read morea tee. It has everything you would expect it to have: cozy cafés, cute restaurants, charming flower shops and little alleyways that lead you to more interesting places and corners. Just have a stroll down here if you can, and I guarantee you, one of the little boutique shops will call out your name, begging for you to go explore it further!

Like to people watch? Do as the local? Go for a run? Walk in the sunset?…read more The Lakes (Søerne) is a cute little patch for all of the above. Early mornings are for the running people (and the walk of shame people) then comes the fashionable girls walking with a latte, the dog people, the late runners and finally the sunset chasers. Copenhagen's waterfront is facing east, so one of the best places to see the sun set behind the rooftop is here. My favorite is to share a bottle of wine (yes, this is legal here) by the stairs next to the Planetary. From here you can enjoy the last sun and wonderful atmosphere.

Søerne, the small lakes in the middle of Copenhagen, sort of divide the city in two. You have to…read morecross a bridge to either get to Nørrebro or (back) to Indre By. It's hard to miss the lakes, but whenever I'm in Copenhagen, I want to pay them a proper visit too. This time I was staying in an AirBnB very close to the lakes - in Østerbro, and gladly walked all the way pass the lakes to Vesterbro a snowy Friday morning. There weren't many people, but it was the best tour to start my trip with. This is the perfect place for a nature-ish walk (without even leaving the city center!), for a run, for walking the dog, for just sitting and chatting and having picnics when the weather is nice. It simply really is a pretty place! Walking from Østerbro to Vesterbro, along one side of the lakes, takes about 40-45 minutes.

It's one of many picturesque canals that runs through Christianshavn. This one appears to be more…read morespecial when viewing it with the B&W Shipyard Worker sculpture from the Børnehus bridge. You can clearly see the history behind it all along the cobblestone streets along each bank. There are houseboats and floating homes seen all around this area. We enjoyed the beauty of it all while taking a scenic walk along the Torvegade (Market Street). It was also cool to see a couple of residents kayaking under a bridge on an early Saturday morning. How relaxing! It's very peaceful in this part of Copenhagen. We loved our stay in Christianshavn!

I love sea, I love rivers, I love canals, therefore I love water! :)…read more Christianshavns canal is a beautiful whole in the southern part of the city. Along the canal you can see individual "kutters", I mean sail boats and old, but charming and colorful stone buildings. I have also had a chance to paddle along the canal in a kayak tour. That was awesome!

This was a really cool open air market in the central part of the Triangeln neighborhood, close to…read moreFolkets Park. There were various booths set up with a number of foods, mostly fruits, veggies, and herbs. My friend who lives in the area says a lot of the vendors just give what they have left at the end of the day to needy people who can't afford to purchase the items. I thought that was a really good idea, and very progressive of them. This area was surrounded by shops, restaurants and cafes. There were some benches to sit, and made for good people watching, as well as getting acclimated to the area.

Depending in weather, the square holds as many stands as they can squeeze in…read more Rumor has it a herbs-only stand appears in the summer, and a fish stands rolls in weekly. Offerings are raw; veggies, fruits, flowers. Prices are great and business is usually high, especially in Saturdays. Don't expect any ready made foods at this market, but rather run to some of the smaller falafel places around the square. Best coffee break after your shopping is the coffee bar without a name on the corner.