One city, eight atmospheres
Copenhagen is best explored on foot or by bike. Here is what sets each area apart, and where to base yourself.
Indre By
The old centreThe medieval heart: narrow streets, castles and major museums, all within walking distance.
Frederiksstaden
Nyhavn and the royal quarterThe 18th-century royal quarter, with its wide straight streets and its old harbour.
Christianshavn
Canals and countercultureA little Amsterdam founded by Christian IV, with its canals, its twisted church spire, and Christiania.
Vesterbro
Tivoli and the trendy quarterAround the station: Tivoli, Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, then the Meatpacking District and its restaurants.
Nørrebro
The multicultural neighbourhoodThe most cosmopolitan neighbourhood: the cafés of Jægersborggade, Superkilen and Assistens Cemetery.
Frederiksberg
The city within the cityAn independent municipality enclosed within Copenhagen: greenery, handsome avenues and calm.
Amager et Refshaleøen
The airport islandContemporary architecture, seafront and converted harbour wastelands.
Excursions
The north coastLess than an hour by train: Louisiana in Humlebæk and Kronborg in Helsingør.