Welcome to Vesterbro
We welcome you to our centrally located apartment. We really want you to have a good time whilst in Copenhagen, so we decided to write a guide on where to go in Copenhagen. We hope, you’ll enjoy your stay and find this guide somewhat helpful.
Copenhagen is split into 6 districts: København V(Vesterbro), København S (Amager), København K (Centrum), København Ø (Østerbro), København N (Nørrebro) and Frederiksberg.
This guide will only be concerned with Vesterbro and everything within the close vicinity of the aparment. I strongly urge anyone visiting to see Christianshavn (Christiania), Nyhavn and Nørrebro.
The recommendations listed below are my own picks.
Vesterbro
Vesterbro is the hip but rough part of Copenhagen. It bolsters a rich nightlife and an array of restaurants/eateries alongside trendy eco-cafés. Vesterbro is as of recently the most expensive part of Copenhagen and captures the essence of Copenhagen in being extremely diverse and food/drink-centered.
Everything on this list is within walking distance from the Apartment.
General Tips
Spend 10 minutes learning the public transit
Visit the different parts of Copenhagen - each offers a unique atmosphere
Take a walk around the lakes
Eat a hotdog
If you're into shopping: Strøget
Getting home after a night out? Grab a shawarma.
Where to Drink
| Name and Link | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Lidkoeb | Cocktail | ~100DKK |
| Mikeller | Craft Beer | ~60DKK |
| Bakken | TexMex by Day - Club at night | ~50DKK |
Where to Eat
These are my favourite places to eat around Vesterbro. Here’s a bit of all types and price-ranges.
| Name and Link | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Warpigs | Authentic Barbecue & Craft Beer | ~200KK |
| Neighbourhood | Organic Pizza & Cocktails | ~150DKK |
| Gorilla | Casual 10-course | ~375DKK |
| Jagger | Gourmet Burgers | ~100DKK |
| Toro | Spanish Tapas | ~300DKK |
| Kul | Nordic/Asian Charcoal Fusion | ~500DKK |
| Famo | Rustic Itialian | ~300DKK |
| Øl & Brød | Modern Danish | ~150DKK |
| Spuntino | Italian 5-course | ~295DKK |
| KöD | Steak | ~300DKK |
What to See
Tivoli
It’s a given if you’re visiting in the summer and haven’t already been.
Christiania
DISCLOSURE: The sale and distribution of marijuana at Christiania has, as of the 2nd of September, been cleared by the inhabitants in cooporation with the Danish police. Christiania is still visitable - and most certainly worth a visit
Christiania has roots in the 60’s hippie-movement and was constructed as a free-city inside Copenhagen. Today it serves as one of Copenhagens main tourist attractions. However, many people still live here. In Christiania there are live concerts, arts-shops and of course booths where marijuana can be purchased very easily.
Just to be clear: Distribution of marijuana and hashish is illegal in Denmark - but it’s seldomly enforced. It’s commonplace to smoke a joint in public areas; just don’t do it in front of police officers.
Even if you’re not interested in consuming marijuana, it’s worth a visit due to it’s cultural history, diverse inhabitants, quaint cafés and restaurants.
I would adivce taking a walk around the lakes and look at all the hand-built residences - some of which are very interesting.
Frederiksberg Zoo
Zoo on top of a hill. Yes, this is the place where they fed the Giraffe to the lions in front of kids.
Den blå planet (Blue Planet)
Brand new. With a walk-through aquarium.
Lousiana Museum of Modern Art
If you get excited about art and are up for a 1hr train-ride. This museum has some awesome exhibitions, a kids-specific area (they can draw, paint and sculpt themselves - altough it probably won’t be showcased) and is right by the water.
Current exhibitions at Louisiana
Shawarma
Shawarma is different throughout european cities. Copenhagen Shawarma is distinctive in it’s usage of ingredients like feta, pickled red cabbage and it’s fixation on the meat itself.
In my opinion, Nørrebro is the place to go for top-of-the-line shawarma. In particular I recommend Dürum Bar and Kösem, both on Nørrebrogade.
If you’re more into shish, I recommend Kösk Kebab on Frederiksundsvej - a bit further North from Nørrebrogade.
Danish Hotdog
The classic danish hotdog is usually prepared with a roasted sausage, thick ketchup, mustard, remoulade (mayonnaise + pickles), fried onions and sliced gherkins.
There are a lot of organic variations on this, but the best classic one is found on the Tivoli-side of Copenhagen Central Station.
Smørrebrød
This open-faced sandwich on rye-bread with various toppings is the staple of traditional danish food. It’s been getting a lot of attention as of late - and as such it has been altered and modernised; for the better. Smørrebrød is not a eat-as-you-go sort of food - you are required to sit down in order to consume it. It is also traditionally accompanied by snaps.
The best modern option is Aamanns
The best classic option is Schønemann
