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Copenhagen Travel Guide

Your personal travel guide to Copenhagen

📍 Copenhagen, Denmark

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🎯 Suggested Activities

Curated activities based on LonelyRoad community recommendations

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Explore Nyhavn Harbor

Stroll the iconic colorful waterfront, grab a coffee, and watch boats drift by. Perfect for solo wandering and people-watching.

Location: Nyhavn, 1051 Copenhagen
Best Time: Morning or late afternoon
Duration: 1-2 hours
Price: $
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Bike Through Christiania

Visit Copenhagen's self-governed hippie commune. Unique vibe, street art, and alternative culture. Respect photography rules.

Location: Prinsessegade, 1422 Copenhagen
Best Time: Afternoon
Duration: 2-3 hours
Price: $
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Rosenborg Castle & King's Garden

Beautiful Renaissance castle with crown jewels. Surrounding gardens perfect for a chill afternoon with laptop or book.

Location: Øster Voldgade 4A, 1350 Copenhagen
Best Time: Morning
Duration: 2-3 hours
Price: $$
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Climb The Round Tower

17th-century tower with spiral ramp (no stairs!). Amazing 360° city views. Easy, chill climb with great photo ops.

Location: Købmagergade 52A, 1150 Copenhagen
Best Time: Sunset
Duration: 1 hour
Price: $
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Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

World-class modern art museum on the coast. Stunning architecture, sculpture garden, and sea views. Worth the 30-min train ride.

Location: Gl Strandvej 13, 3050 Humlebæk
Best Time: Afternoon
Duration: 3-4 hours
Price: $$

🎉 Events & Social Activities

Great places to meet other travelers in Copenhagen

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Meatpacking District Nightlife

Kødbyen's trendy bars and clubs. Great for solo travelers to meet locals and expats. Relaxed, unpretentious vibe.

Location: Kødboderne, 1711 Copenhagen
Best Time: Thursday-Saturday evenings
Price: $$
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Torvehallerne Food Market

Indoor food market with 60+ stalls. Perfect for sampling Danish cuisine solo. Fresh produce, coffee, smørrebrød, and pastries.

Location: Frederiksborggade 21, 1360 Copenhagen
Best Time: Weekday mornings
Price: $$
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CopenHill Rooftop Hiking

Hike or ski on the world's cleanest waste-to-energy plant. Unique architectural experience with rooftop trail and views.

Location: Vindmøllevej 6, 2300 Copenhagen
Best Time: Afternoon
Price: $

🏨 Places to Stay

Recommended accommodations for solo travelers

Generator Copenhagen

hostel

Modern hostel with social atmosphere, bar, and coworking space. Great for solo digital nomads. Private rooms available.

4.3/5💰 $$

📍 Adelgade 5-7, 1304 Copenhagen

Steel House Copenhagen

hostel

Stylish hostel in trendy Vesterbro. Excellent common areas for working, fast WiFi, and social events. Solo-friendly vibe.

4.5/5💰 $

📍 Herholdtsgade 6, 1605 Copenhagen

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

hotel

Budget hotel with compact, modern rooms. Central location, reliable WiFi, and desk space. Perfect for solo travelers on a budget.

4.2/5💰 $$

📍 Borgergade 9, 1300 Copenhagen

Cabinn Copenhagen

hotel

No-frills cabin-style hotel. Clean, efficient, and affordable. Good WiFi and workspace. Near Central Station for easy transport.

4/5💰 $

📍 Mitchellsgade 14, 1568 Copenhagen

☕ Cafes & Restaurants

Best spots to work, eat, and meet other travelers

The Coffee Collective Godthåbsvej

cafe📶 WiFi Available💻 Work-Friendly

Award-winning specialty coffee roaster. Excellent WiFi, plenty of outlets, spacious seating. Top choice for digital nomads. Great pastries.

4.6/5💰 $$

Democratic Coffee Bar

cafe📶 WiFi Available💻 Work-Friendly

Cozy cafe with reliable WiFi and laptop-friendly atmosphere. Excellent flat whites, friendly staff. Popular with freelancers.

4.5/5💰 $$

Atelier September

cafe📶 WiFi Available💻 Work-Friendly

Minimalist cafe with healthy brunch options. Good WiFi, natural light, and calm vibe. Perfect for morning work sessions.

4.4/5💰 $$

Paludan Bogcafe

cafe📶 WiFi Available💻 Work-Friendly

Book cafe with strong WiFi and relaxed atmosphere. Great for long work sessions. Good coffee and light meals. Quiet environment.

4.3/5💰 $

Reffen Copenhagen Street Food

food market

Outdoor street food market with 50+ vendors. Casual, affordable, and solo-friendly. Some covered areas with WiFi available.

4.4/5💰 $$

Aamanns 1921

restaurant

Traditional smørrebrød (open sandwiches). Counter seating perfect for solo diners. Authentic Danish lunch experience.

4.5/5💰 $$

💡 Local Tips

Insider advice from the LonelyRoad community

  • 📱 Mobile Data & eSIM: Get data for Copenhagen with PikaSim - 0.5GB for 1 days costs $1.00 (other options: 0.3GB/1d for $0.90, 0.5GB/1d for $1.60). Privacy-focused, no account needed, instant activation. Get yours at https://pikasim.com/download-denmark-esim-packages
  • Visa & Entry for US citizens: No visa required for stays up to 90 days within a 180-day period (Schengen Area rules). Passport must be valid for at least 3 months beyond your planned departure from the Schengen Area. No arrival forms or ETAs required. Proof of onward travel and sufficient funds may be requested at entry. Starting 2025, ETIAS (European Travel Information and Authorization System) will be required - costs €7 and valid for 3 years. Check https://travel.state.gov/ for current requirements.
  • Get a bike! Copenhagen is one of the world's best cycling cities. Rent from Bycyklen (city bikes) or Donkey Republic for easy, cheap transport. Bike lanes are excellent and safer than many cities.
  • Buy a Copenhagen Card if you plan to visit multiple museums and use public transport frequently. It includes free entry to 80+ attractions and unlimited transport. Available for 24-120 hours.
  • Danish people are friendly but reserved. Don't expect spontaneous conversations, but they're helpful if you ask. Join hostel events or use Meetup.com to connect with other travelers and expats.
  • Copenhagen is expensive. Budget 500-700 DKK ($75-100) per day minimum. Save money by shopping at Netto or Lidl supermarkets, eating street food, and using free activities like parks and beaches.
  • Tap water is excellent and free everywhere. Restaurants will charge for bottled water. Always ask for tap water (postevand) to save money.
  • Most places accept cards (even for small purchases), but have some cash for smaller vendors. Mobile payment (MobilePay) is extremely popular but requires a Danish bank account or CPR number.
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