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.

It's a fun little tower to climb. Can't remember the entry cost, but pro tip: if you intend to see…read moremany sites here, get the Copenhagen card which applies to this church. Climb difficulty depends on your fitness level but imo it's easy. Steep inside, but easy. The outside is a little scary off you're afraid of heights, and it narrows as you get closer to the top. The spiral stairs part is outside the church. Plus you get the chance to meander through the streets on your way here.

I hyped everyone up for the Church of Our Saviour. My kids know it as the Tower of Doom…read more First up, it is a church that is still in use, but it also gives you a breathtaking view of the city. It's included on the Copenhagen Card but you still need to book your entry time online to avoid crowds. They do not allow walk ins - or at least they didn't in July. They also close the climb up if there's rain or is excessively windy for safety reasons. I took my friend and my two kids, ages 4 and 8. They did not want to go. I gave them a choice to stay at the front desk and they ended up making it up, since they didn't want to be left behind. You can store your larger bags (like backpacks) by the front desk at your own discretion. You should. It gets a bit cramped. I kept my purse on me though. As opposed to the Ruundetarn, there are a lot of steps. Roughly 400 up and another 400 down. It's not terrible but the closer you are to the top, it can get narrow and cramped. If you're tall, watch your head. It also gets to the point that groups going in one direction need to stop to let the ones coming down go just so you have room to go up. The last set of stairs to get outside is more like a ladder and you really feel it when you're getting ready to get back inside the church and you look down to see how steep and narrow those steps are. It is a beautiful view though! Your heart is pumping from the climb up, the wind hampers your breathing a bit... I heard a number of people breathing quite hard - but you're there! You go up further until you can go no more. When I went, there was a lady who was seemingly stuck at the very top and didn't budge from it, but no matter. (She spoke to us... just didn't let go.) Both of my kids made it up too despite their reservations. It took time to get them moving at first but they did it! My eldest got down without issues but going down those ladder steps, I just held my 4 year old in one arm and took us both down 2 flights before I let him down. But yes, younger kids can do it! (They got ice cream afterwards.) If you have a fear of heights or claustrophobia.... You can definitely turn around if you really can't do it. I couldn't stare down at the ground for long while at the very top (it is a bit high) but I didn't feel unsafe while up there. That was definitely an experience to remember! A bit of a thrill at the very end, haha.

Got to say, what a beautiful architecture, and what a church. The dome itself is just eye catching…read moreand makes it curious that you got to go in and check it out. As burnout church visit, I couldn't resist to go in and I'm glad I did. What a place, what a design, simply beautiful & stunning. Love it.

Cool church. Reminds me of a famous Roman Catholic one. Bold and beautiful with tons of people…read moresightseeing and tagging photos. Very close to Amalienborg Palace. Pro tip: Look up the opening time bestie you plan your visit.

Great place to get good views and learn history in Copenhagen! It is just a short walk to the top,…read morewhere you get panoramic sights of Copenhagen. Along the way, there are different signs you can read, and a little area inside the wall near the top where you can see all the way down to the bottom. The top is windy, but it's nice to see all the landmarks and colorful houses from the top. Definitely worth the visit.

Wow!!! Rundetaarn is on the Top Ten must see list when in Copenhagen. What makes " Round Tower" so…read morespecial and intriguing? I'm glad you asked... With its distinctive spiral ramp, the Round Tower has become a Danish landmark. Here are some notable facts and points of interest: 1.The Hollow Core: the shape of the tower was Denmark's geographical zero point. 2. There is an Observatory which houses a telescope built in 1929. 3. The Library Hall is used for changing exhibits, cultural events and concerts 4. The Spiral Ramp will get you to 10,000 steps easily; it is the only way to the top of the tower and spins 7 1/2 times around the Tower's hollow core. Believe me, you feel those twists as you climb. 5. The Bell Loft is situated above the Library Hall and two floors above the Trinity Church where the bells have rung for hundreds of years. 6. The Platform: once you climb the narrow stairs you are atop and can see all of Copenhagen's charms and Sweden. During the summer there is a kiosk that sells sweet treats 7. The Planetarium: shows the solar system I highly recommend visiting Rundetaarn. It is located in Norreport; beautiful shops and restaurants. Polse: best hot dogs are served in this truck outside tower Rundetaarn is located on: Kobmagergarde 52 A 1150 København K Denmark Check out Rundetaarn.dk for more info

4.5 stars. Kongens Have, or the King's Garden in English, was established by King Christian IV in…read more1606. It has free admission and consists of a rose garden, hedges, trees, sculptures, wildlife such as birds, and more. My husband and I spent some time here as tourists in chilly weather. We felt thankful that colorful flowers were still blooming beautifully. Some benches were available. In warmer weather, this garden would be lovely for picnics.

Took a stroll through this park on my trip to Copenhagen and it was great! Very peaceful and well…read moremaintained - would be great for picnic if I had known. Also some cool statues and history of Copenhagen. Would definitely recommend!

So it's December and dark and I'm day-dreaming of long days and dock jumping at Islands Brygge…read more Not to stereotype or anything, but this is definitely where the beautiful Danes hang out during the summer the second it's above 18 degrees (celsius). The families tend to stay closest to the gated bathing areas (havnebadet), while the 20/30-somethings are in the middle near the "badebro" just after Kulturhuset. All areas are jam-packed on the warm summer afternoons, and by mid-August the ground is basically dirt and covered with cigarette buds, but it's still my all-time favorite place to spend a warm summer afternoon. Hourly dips in the canal (points for fanciest dives!) are an absolute must. Don't forget your beer, én-gangs-grill, and pølser, if you want the true Danish experience. Officially counting down the days until summer 2014.

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

So the castle that stands today is the third rendition as the first two perished in fires. The…read moreoldest ruins under the castle date back to the 12th century and is a very evident ring wall that protected Bishop Absalon's castle. After being demolished, Copenhagen Castle was erected as a stronghold. The castle was rebuilt in 1369 by Christian IV and redone several times by the following successors. It was completely torn down and rebuilt by Christian VI in 1745. This was when the first evidence of the medieval ruins were discovered. This castle was not around long either, as a fire took it in 1794. The Christiansborg was built a second time in the early 1800's but did not fair much better as it was lost to fire in 1884. The current Christiansborg was designed in the neo-baroque style and the ruins made accessible to the public in 1924. If you learn anything from this, let it be that persistence (combined with modern heating alternatives) finally pays off! This was by far my favorite part of the castle that we toured as it was so unique to other castle tour experiences. The dimly lit rooms with the artifacts amidst the rubble makes you feel like you are being transported into another world. The informative placards tell the history as well as stories of the past. This combined with random little artifacts, including some little kitty paws imprinted in stone, make this a pretty neat experience This exhibit is also included with the Copenhagen Card if you happen to have one. If you are planning a trip to Christiansborg, I wouldn't want to miss the ruins!

We hadn't heard of the ruins, but were nearby and noticed entry was included with our tourist…read moretransportation cards. Why not check it out? (Gift shop at entrance/exit) Pretty cool place. Larger than I expected, lots of historical info along the route underground, an interesting, kinda creepy setting...albeit slightly claustrophobic. It didn't take long to tour, I'm estimating we were probably down there for 30-45 minutes maybe, granted although we wandered the entire path we didn't stop to read every display.

This is one of the delightfully FREE offerings of Wonderful Copenhagen: the stairs behind…read morePlanetarium. How I love hanging out here :-) I've lost count of the numerous times I've sat on the stairs drinking wine and overlooking my favourite city lake. It's a great place to chill, drink wine, do a spontaneous picnic or just for people watching.