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Nyhavn
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“Nyhavn is a 17th-century waterfront, canal and entertainment district in Copenhagen, Denmark. Stretching from Kongens Nytorv to the Inner Harbour just south of the Royal Playhouse, it is lined by brightly coloured 17th and early 18th century townhouses and bars, cafes and restaurants. The canal…”
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National GeographicJul 24

Copenhagen is one of the world's happiest cities—I visited to find out why

Those who call the harbour capital of Copenhagen home are rightly proud of its status as one of the world’s happiest cities — thanks in part to its innovative urban design projects and commitment to ...

Canal lined with yachts, cruisers, and museum ships.

18 things in this story
  • GreenKayakPlaceFree kayak rental in return for litter picking.
  • AmagerNeighborhoodUp-and-coming area east of the coast.
  • NyhavnNeighborhoodCanal lined with yachts, cruisers, and museum ships.
  • Broens Street FoodMarketMarket passed on the way to the harbour.
  • Christiansborg PalaceAttractionIt is the seat of the Danish Parliament, the Danish Prime Minister's Office, and the Supreme Court of Denmark.
  • ChristianshavnSuburbCommunity known for free thinking.
  • CykelslangenSight220-meter elevated tarmac curving across waters.
  • StadsgravenSightFormer city moat with mute swans.
  • CopenhillSightWaste-to-energy plant with ski slope and climbing wall.
  • Islands Brygge Harbour BathSightSeries of diving boards, pools, and pontoons.
  • La BanchinaCaféWaterside hybrid of a lido cafe and swim-up bar.
  • HolmenQuarterNearby waterside neighborhood.
  • Cycling CopenhagenPlaceCopenhagen Cycling Club samler high-end racercykler, carbon gravelcykler og premium cykeludstyr fra udvalgte brands til…
  • Islands BryggeTrain stationRedeveloped docklands neighborhood.
  • AnløbetBarWine bar overlooking Bryggen Syd waterfront.
  • Bryggen SydNeighborhoodWaterfront district.
  • The Little MermaidPublic artwork
  • SydhavnenQuarter
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Lonely PlanetJul 21

Copenhagen on a budget

Savor the restaurant, bars, neighborhoods and attractions of Copenhagen for less with these top tips for visiting on a budget.

iconic spot known for colorful buildings and tall ships

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Lonely PlanetJul 21

Checking In: Danish luxury at Villa Copenhagen

Take in the best of Danish design after taking in Copenhagen at this 390-room hotel that didn

Harbor area with famous colored houses.

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  • Tivoli GardensTheme parkAmusement park with gardens, dining, and concerts.
  • Villa CopenhagenHotelConscious luxury hotel in former post office building.
  • NørrebroTrain stationIt is northwest of the city centre, beyond the location of the old Northern Gate (Nørreport), which, until dismantled…
  • FrederiksbergNeighborhoodIt is an independent municipality, Frederiksberg Municipality, separate from Copenhagen Municipality, but both are a…
  • SkandinaviskPlaceCopenhagen brand with signature scents.
  • Rug BakeryCaféServes pizzas at lunch, steak and wine in evening.
  • NyhavnNeighborhoodHarbor area with famous colored houses.
  • Christiansborg SlotAttractionParliament building.
  • Statens Museum for KunstMuseumSMK er Danmarks nationalmuseum for kunst og landets største kunstmuseum.
  • Indre ByNeighborhoodIt covers an area of 4.65 square kilometres (1.80 sq mi), has a population of 26,223, and a population density of 5,638…
  • VesterbroSuburb
  • Mads NorgaardPlace
  • Samsøe SamsøePlace
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