Where to Stay in Copenhagen? The 4 Best Areas (By a Local)

10 places in this vlog

In the order they appear. Tap a time to play it here, or ↗ to open YouTube at that second.

1. 0:36

   Vesterbro

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Vesterbro

   Recommended for a hipster vibe for travellers past their early 20s with a bit of cash to spend.

2. 1:04

   Kødbyen (Meatpacking District)

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Vesterbro · brief mention

3. 1:30

   Istedgade

   🛍️ Shopping · Vesterbro

   The first stretch near Central Station still has a rough edge at night, so families should avoid staying right there.

4. 1:59

   Nørrebro

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Nørrebro

   An area tourists haven't really discovered yet, best suited to young, adventurous travellers rather than luxury seekers.

5. 2:44

   Indre By

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Indre By

   A safe pick for most visitors and especially families, since most sights are walkable from here.

6. 2:51

   Tivoli Gardens

   🚡 Activity · Vesterbro · brief mention

7. 2:53

   Nyhavn

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Nyhavn · brief mention

8. 3:15

   Strøget

   🛍️ Shopping · Indre By

   Don't linger on Strøget itself; the best restaurants, bars and independent shops are on the side streets.

9. 3:46

   Christianshavn

   🏘️ Neighborhood · Christianshavn

   Waterfront hotels here are modern and more affordable than those downtown, ideal for a summer stay.

10. 3:57

    Christiania

    🏘️ Neighborhood · Christianshavn · brief mention