Welcome to Copenhagen
Compact Copenhagen is the epitome of Scandi cool. Modernist lamps light New Nordic tables, bridges buzz with cycling commuters, and eye-candy locals dive into pristine waterways. Despite the cobbled streets, whimsical spires and palaces, this is a city at the very cutting edge, bursting at the seams with boundary-pushing food, design and fashion. Go on, take a bite of the (sustainable) good life.
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Tivoli Gardens
Denmark's number one tourist attraction is also the world's second-oldest amusement park. Slip into a whimsical whirl of story-book pavilions, squeal-inducing rides, live music and late-night fireworks, right in the heart of the city.
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Nationalmuseet
Relive millennia of Danish history at the engrossing National Museum. This is Denmark's communal attic, jam-packed with prehistoric finds, glittering Viking treasures, astoundingly preserved bodies and retro-fab collectables.
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Christiansborg Slot
Seat of the Danish parliament, big, bold Christiansborg Slot is the epicentre of Danish power. It's also a fascinating jumble of history and culture, home to remarkable tapestries, regal carriages, theatre costumes and ancient ruins.
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Designmuseum Danmark
Drool and swoon at Copenhagen's temple to beautiful design. From Kaare Klint and Hans Wegner to Verner Panton and Arne Jacobsen, the Design Museum's collection is a who's who of visionary Danish style makers.
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Louisiana
More than just one of Europe's great modern art museums, Louisiana is a soul-stirring experience. Perched by the blue waters of the resund, it's a soothing oasis where modernist architecture meets playful garden sculptures and inspiring cultural events.
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Rosenborg Slot
Ravishing Rosenborg is home to Denmark's dazzling crown jewels, not to mention room after creaky room of regal artefacts, from precious tapestries, timepieces and porcelain to King Christian IV's very own toilet.
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Statens Museum for Kunst
Copenhagen's National Gallery serves up seven centuries of creativity, including works by Rembrandt, Rubens, Matisse and Munch, not to mention the world's greatest collection of Danish brushstrokes.
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Christiania
Let your hair down in Europe's most famous commune, a pot-scented microuniverse of DIY abodes and studios, rambling garden paths, and free spirits downing beer in the shadow of crumbling barracks.
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Insider tips to help you find the real Copenhagen
Beyond Copenhagen's celebrated museums, landmarks and waterfront is the city the locals live and love a multifaceted place of Nordic market produce, whimsical street art, grit-hip bars and tranquil, romantic gardens.
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Gourmet bites
Artisan produce
Copenhagen's twin-hall food market is a culinary Valhalla, lined with just-plucked Nordic herbs and vegetables, icy seafood, robust meats and cheeses, and local spirits. Stock the pantry or cut straight to the chase and feast on-site at stalls peddling everything from spiced oats, smrrebrd (open sandwiches) and handmade pasta to craft beers and Third Wave coffee.
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sterbro
Heritage architecture
Cosy cafes and eateries
More than just a neighbourhood of yummy mummies and yoga mats, posh sterbro rewards the curious with brightly coloured town houses and story-book quarters. There are quiet squares pimped with comfy cafes, and the city's most beautiful, and historic, swimming pool.