Christianshavn, Copenhagen

Condé Nast TravelerJul 30

10 Best Airbnbs in Copenhagen, From a Rooftop Penthouse to a Garden Apartment

Whether you want to step out your front door onto Nyhavn's iconic waterfront or wake up minutes away from the city's best cardamom buns, these editor-approved stays offer the perfect base.

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AmagerNeighborhoodCool color-blocked apartment
NørrebroTrain stationCool rooftop penthouse by the lakes
VesterbroSuburbChic designer space
FrederiksbergNeighborhoodClassic neighborhood teeming with local cafes
ChristianshavnSuburbPart of the Indre By district, it is located across several artificial islands between the islands of Zealand and…
Islands BryggeTrain stationThe neighbourhood is noted for its waterfront park Havneparken, which is one of the most popular areas along the…
Oersted ParkSightLeafy green space two minutes from apartment
Amager StrandparkSightIt is located on the island of Amager and includes an artificial island and offers a total of 4.6 km (2.9 mi) of…
HolmbladsgadeNeighborhoodStreet with cafes and wine bars
Amager BeachSightBeach for sunbathing or swimming
Amalienborg PalaceSightImposing palace with royal family residence
Old TownNeighborhoodArea with restaurants and cafes
PisserendenNeighborhoodApartment with a secret garden
AmagerbroSuburbPlant-filled apartment
City CenterNeighborhoodWhimsical home with views over the palace
København ØNeighborhoodTrendy penthouse with far-reaching views

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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 ...

Community known for free thinking.

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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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10 Best Airbnbs in Copenhagen, From a Rooftop Penthouse to a Garden Apartment

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