Shopping in Copenhagen
Discover 102 markets, shops, and shopping spots in Copenhagen, Denmark. From local markets to specialty stores — curated from real traveler tips.
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Langelinie outlet
is a long shopping arcade, located on a promenade along the harbor, where the gigantic cruise ships dock. Several cafes, outlet stores, and souvenir shops (mainly catering to foreigners and cruise guests) have been beautifully fitted into the old stone bulwark. The ice cream stores at the end of the promenade are immensely popular with the locals during the summer.
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Nørgaard
Has long been one of the main fixtures of Strøget, these two stores, right next to each other - ''Nørgaard på strøget'' for women, and ''Mads Nørgaard'' for men. The stores won the AOK Copenhagen award in 2007, for both best woman's and best men's shopping. And the best part is that there is something here to fit anyone's pocket.
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Ginnungagab
A place to go for some alternative souvenirs, the store is specialized in products of leather and wool, from Scandinavia and Greenland, like clothing, shoes and bags. It also carries the vikings preferred alcohol; mead, and organic vegetables. Have fun pronouncing the name, when asking directions for the store.
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Normann Copenhagen
As hip as they come housewares, clothing, and accessories by up-and-coming designers which the owners takes pride in, and are renowned for spotting both locally and all around the world. The store is housed in an old theatre and is easily one of the best places for shopping design items in the city.
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Magasin du Nord
Housed in a former grand hotel on Kongens Nytorv, marking the entrance to Strøget, and with over a 100 years of history on its back, Magasin du Nord is the grand old dame of shopping in Copenhagen. Although not as exclusive as it used to be, it is still the premier department store in the city.
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Paustian
This store offers one of Denmark's largest selection of high quality furniture, carpets, lighting, and accessories designed exclusively for Paustian by Danish designers and Architects. The store is housed in a building designed by world famous architect Jørn Utzon, of Sydney Opera house fame.
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DAY - Birger et Mikkelsen
This design house of 5 national and international designers makes glamorous, yet classical clothing of high quality. This concept store only carries women's fashion, lingerie and home accessories. Their clothing line for men can be found in both the Illums and Magasin department stores.
Pilestræde 16 Website -
Munthe+Simonsen
Another of the new major Danish fashion houses, recently opened this flagship store with dark brown buffalo skin covers on the walls, hand painted - individually made Venetian lamps and water flowing from a huge gold mosaic. Only for the girls, or for a popular present to bring home.
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House of Amber
Known historically as 'Nordic Gold', amber is a quintessential Scandinavian jewelry. And there is no better place to get in than in this store, housed in a 17th century house, right at the beginning of Nyhavn. The shops also runs a museum with an extensive collection of rare finds.
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Royal Copenhagen
The flagship store of the world famous Royal Copenhagen porcelain factory, tracing its history back to 1775. It is really exclusive (and expensive) stuff. On the 2nd floor there is a museum, portraying the history of the company, with exhibitions of its porcelain products.
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Elektrocute
As the fantastic store name could hint, this underground shop sells clothing connected to the Electronica scene. But you can also browse the internet at the computer in the back of the store, buy one of the carefully selected compilation CD's, and even get a hair cut.
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Fields
Fields hotly debates with a mall in Gothenburg, Sweden, over which of them is the largest shopping mall in Scandinavia. By Danish standards it is certainly huge: 115,000 m² and with more than 140 retailers. But as it is often the case with malls, it is generic too.
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ForvandlingKuglen
A cool store inspired by Middle Eastern bazaars, carrying everything and nothing at the same time. The colorful items for sale change on a constant basis. Local artists and designers often sell their works here; home decór, toys, jewelery and clothing
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Bang & Olufsen
A flagship store for Danish electronics producer Bang & Olufsen, who makes exclusive design products of high quality - like TV's, Stereo's, Speakers and home integration products. They are well known, for the high quality of sound in their products.
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Ingerslev Antiques
A cozy antique store running on its 17th year, where the dust in the corners and the general mess, are part of the concept - and you can choose whether to have a chat with the owner, or just breeze the store without feeling obliged to buy anything.
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Din
Store of a young couple, where the man of the house makes recycle jewellery and other items from trash, which ends up looking a lot better than it sounds, while his girlfriend - a fashion designer, takes care of women's fashion part of the store.
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Don Ya Doll
Owners Anne & Tine has put up a store that's hard to put in a box, part youthful fashion store, a mind blowing collection of accessories, you definitely don't see every day, and gadgets the two owners have picked up from all over the place.
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Frederiksberg Fleamarket
The most popular of Copenhagen's flea markets, since the neighbourhood is rather affluent, you can often find good antiques and up scale 2nd hand fashion brands. Beers are often served from tents, and sometimes there is folksy live music.
Saturdays (Apr to Oct) 9AM-3PM Website -
Magasin Lyngby
This smaller sibling of the famous department store on Kongens Nytorv, is located right across from Lyngby Storcenter, and is more of a classic department store, then it is more mall like competitor on the other side of the street.
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Royal Copenhagen Factory Outlet
This store is located on the grounds of what used to be the companies factory, the production has now moved elsewhere, but they still maintain this outlet store here, selling classical dinnerware, home decor and figurines.
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Antikvit
A rather chaotic mixed bag of antiquities, arts, crafts and furnitures. Both imported from Indonesia and China, as well as some Danish and European items, the enormous variety makes it a good place to breeze through.
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Strand Galleriet
A nice little gallery run by a couple from Western Jutland, hence the rather odd name (The Beach Gallery). Nice attitudes, and friendly staff - lets locals borrow paintings home, and see if it fits with their home.
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Rambow
A small design boutique fitted into an old communal bathing institution, sells both new and old furniture, kitchenwares, electronics from a host of national and (mostly) international designers and design bureaus.
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Birger Christiensen
This store has been running since 1869, and is most famous for its exclusive skins and furs, from Scandinavia and Greenland. But they also sell some of the worlds top fashion brands like Hermes and Channel.
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Samsoe & Samsoe
This store mainly sells clothing by the designer of the same name, making classic clothes with an edge, but also carries small collections of other designers with the same theme. Both for girls and guys.
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Goggle
Was one of the first fashion stores to open on the street, run by a Frenchman and an Aussie, who has built an almost fanatical following. Both for men and women, and from the affordable to the exclusive.
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Pigen & Diamanten
The name means the 'Girl and the Diamond' in English, which should reveal that this is jewellery store. Exciting Danish designs and designers on sale, and a broad range which should soothe most tastes.
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Fünf
Five young designers, each running their own brand, is behind this collective on Elmegade. Mainly womens fashion and accessories, but also a few items for the men around, mainly by designer Tolsing.
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Affär
Cool little shop that carries whatever the owner finds interesting, new and old, which makes for an interesting place to breeze around. It is mainly interior stuff like lamps, bowls, glassware etc.
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Illum
Illum is a 8-storey department store, smack in the middle of Strøget, founded in 1891 and it has competed with Magasin ever since. Unlike Magasin, it is mostly made up of small independent stores.
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Bruuns Bazaar
Along with Munthe+Simonsen, this design house is front runners in an ongoing Danish fashion revolution. There are two stores here; Number 8 is for the ladies, while number 9 is for the gents.
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Stig P
Fashion store for women, carrying both Stig P's own brand, and several other international brands. As a twist, in spirit with the street, this store also sells antique Kimono's from Japan.
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Carhartt
A nice store specialized in the Detroit brand Carhartt (and Burton) producing mens apparel. But actually blends in nicely with the surrounding stores, which mainly offers Danish fashion.
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Can Gallery
A cool combined shop, record label and gallery, featuring some nice and rather childlike paintings, records, toys and other odds and ends that the trio behind the shop happen to like.
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Art Rebels
Is the flagship store of the on-line art collective bearing the same name, it is located in the meatpacking district. Fashion, Gallery and likely some music for sale, and also a café.
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Brinja København
The small store of designer Brinja Bastholm, selling her own women's fashion designs and a few small imported brands. Jewelry and the all important accessories are also on the menu.
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Casalinga
Local designer Trine Weng is best known for her ceramic design jewelery, but also produces other ceramic design items for your home and mixes this with adorable children's clothing.
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Fisketorvet
A large shopping center and cinema complex overlooking the harbour just behind Dybbølsbro Station. 120 stores, 55.000 m². The artificial Copencabana beach is just behind the center.
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Samsøe & Samsøe
Fashion for both ladies and gents, Samsøe & Samsøe is one of the top Danish fashion brands, but this store also sells a few other selected brands like BZR, Acne, Nümph and Minimum.
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Hooha
Nice little store, with cool wall paintings, and a friendly staff. Runs their own brand where 10 freelance designers does the prints, but also sells a few other hard-to-get brands.
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Ruben & Bobby
A curious mix of second hand stuff like games and action figures, fashion, their own designs - mainly inspired from the 90ties. And to add the confusion you can even get a haircut
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Tiger Lilly
Funky 2nd hand fashion store for the girls, run by two local stylists. Boheme attitude, vintage dresses and new designer clothes resold for local hipsters in need of new outfits.
Værnedamsvej 11 M-T 11AM-5.30PM,F 11AM-6PM,Sa 11AM-3PM. Closed W and Su -
Riktigt
A cozy small woman's fashion store, with the line by the same name as the boutique being hand made in a small room in the back of the store, by owner and designer Rikke Refsbæk.
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ABC Antiques
This is one of the more cozy stores on the street, with wide variety from furniture to decor, and pieces going all the way between 18th century and modern classics time wise.
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Dansk Møbel Kunst
Dansk Møbelkunst is a gallery of first class vintage design. Specialized in Scandinavian furniture design from 1920 to 1975, with particular focus on Danish design classics.
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Bungalow
Bungalow has a large collection of home decor and textiles imported directly from India by the owner, but also sells other textiles in a wide variety of patterns and colors.
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Pang Christianshavn
This small store carries furniture, clothes and interiors in every color of the rainbow, as long as it packs a punch. Pang is a Danish word for colors that stands out.
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Mademoistella
Carefully selected vintage clothes and a few more well known brands like Carhartt and Pointer. Also often dishes up random concerts you can chill to in the couches.
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Moshi Moshi
This is actually 3 stores located next to each other, and there is nothing here but the most unerringly stylish, minimal, eco-conscious women's clothing and shoes.
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Priip
A cute little store carrying jewellery designed by the owner Pia Rasmussen, but also handicrafts, ceramics and glass art from a range of interesting designers.
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Engleskyts
The owner, Tina Stampe, started out selling children's clothing, but has since branched out with women's fashion and shoes from solid Danish designers as well.
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Ceramic Studio and Shop
This is a combined studio and shop for the two ceramicists Inge Vincent and Karin Michelsen, carrying products in the beautiful Scandinavian design tradition.
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Sommerlund
Owner has returned from a long stay in LA, to start this store which mainly specializes in party dresses, but also has regular women's fashion and some shoes.
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Juice
Another one of the early starters of this fashion street. Sells womens apparel and accessories by designers like FCUK, Mads Nørgaard and Gentleman's Affair.
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Workshop CPH
A design collective of 25 local designers sharing a workshop and a boutique, selling the members own creations in fashion, jewelery and industrial design.
M-F noon-5:30PM, Sa 10AM-3PM Website -
Georg Jensen
Georg Jensen was a Danish silversmith (1866-1935), today it is a company producing some exquisite products in silver, like watches, jewelry and interiors.
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Asfalt
The store of Danish fashion designer Hanne Zachariassen, she makes her own youthful and colourful designs from recycled materials, for both women and men.
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Girlie Hurly
As the name would suggest, we are here dealing with a really girlie store with various cute items, plastic fantastic 50s nostalgia inspired items no less.
Istedgade 99 M-Th 11.30AM-5.30PM,F 11AM-6.30PM,Sa 10AM-3PM -
66°North Iceland
This store run by an Icelandic company, sells high performance adventure clothing, mainly for cold conditions, and has both a men's and a ladies section.
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Frederiksberg Centeret
The only shopping mall on Frederiksberg, right by the metro station. 65 stores over 9000m2. Usual high street suspects, plus a few interesting stores.
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Designer Zoo
DZOO is a working design store, based on a community of eight designers, which also sell designs made by a row of other Danish handcraft designers.
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Christiania Bikes
Produces some unique handcrafted bikes, their signature bike - famous throughout Denmark, has a boot in the front for goods, kids or groceries.
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Kim Antons & Co Antique
One of the more exclusive stores, dealing primarily with furniture from the 19th century, and prices mostly going from 5000 Kr and up (way up)
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Nees + Schelde
Equips girls with their 2nd best friend (after the diamonds) - shoes, hand picked and imported by the owners from Spain, France and Italy.
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Bolia
Quite affordable Danish furniture and industrial design, quite big for an inner city store, and pleasurable lounge music on the speakers.
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Waterfront Shopping
Newly build shopping mall on the waterfront of the newly erected Tuborg area, near the Experimentarium museum. Mainly high-end shops.
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Hansen & Jensen
Weird mix bank of a store, with mainly unusually fresh office appliances, often with a graphic edge and come in recycled materials.
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Diamonds & Pearls
Large selection of both antique, modern and second hand jewelry, a really competent staff, and some very unique pieces around.
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Fashion Village
Trendy fashion store selling unique Pakistani designer clothes for women, with a modern twist, imported directly from London.
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Malene Birger
MTV calls her the "Queen of Fashion in Copenhagen", and her store is one of the best woman's fashion stores in Scandinavia.
Antonigade 10 Website -
Phenix Antiques
Another Antique store, nicely laid out, with a large section in the basement with Ikea like room sections in the basement.
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Qsmedien
An iron workshop run by 3 women, mostly selling creative interior decorations and furniture cast of iron and glass.
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Holte midpunkt
Mall in central Holte with speciality stores, two supermarkets and a library with internet access on the 3rd floor.
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Gad Lyngby
Danish book stores tend to be rather small, but this one a decent size and some English paperback titles available.
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Iloveilove
Streetwear and sneaker store, as well as T-Shirt graphics. Running in symbiosis with the Carhartt store next door.
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Lyngby Storcenter
Is a large shopping mall in central Lyngby, with more than 120 shops, restaurants and supermarkets over 34.100 m².
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Veirhanen
This store has a large catalog and a well developed website - with most of the items for sale posted online.
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CA Butikken
Sells handicrafts, clothing and Christiania merchandice. And also doubles as an information point and café.
F-Su:noon-5PM Website -
Fona
Is a 3 floors electronics store, with probably the largest record section in the country, on the 3rd floor.
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Blackout
The country's only specialty store for Rap, Hip Hop and R&B music. And a friendly and knowledgeable owner.
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Antikviteter & Kuriosa
With 45 years in the business, this guy seems to be knowing what he is doing, and his specialty is brass.
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Indkøbscentralen
This store sells mostly organic groceries, some produced locally in Christiania, e.g. organic cosmetics
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Svane Apotek
One of four 24 hour chemists in the city, outside regular opening hours there is a 15 Kr service fee.
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Illums bolighus
The best, most expensive and most exclusive of Danish interior, decorative and furniture design.
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Bau Antiques
Mainly sells smaller items, like lamps, glass and porcelain, but also has a few furniture items.
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Kyoto
200m2 fashion store for both sexes, with both good Scandinavian brands and 2nd hand clothing.
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Tata shoes
A Christiania outfit that makes handcrafted orthopaedic shoes, uniquely made to measure.
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Area
Carries furniture's, lamps and accessories by both Danish and international designers
Store Kongensgade 73 Website -
Green Square
Scandinavia's largest antiquities warehouse with over 10,000 m² of displays.
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Cath & Co
A small gallery selling paintings, sculpturing and textiles.
Herstedøstergade 22, Albertslund Website -
Tres Bien
Classic cut, but modern fashion for women
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CMYK Kld
Unique and super fine graphics gallery
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My Favourite Things
Organic skin care and other favourite
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Birte Magnussen Antiques
shop information pending research.
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Encode
Raw street style for both sexes
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Æter
Record store and DJ events
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MALL
Known and unknown design
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Ceramist Inge Vincents
Award winning ceramics
Travel tips by Wikivoyage contributors (CC BY-SA 3.0). Data may have changed — verify opening hours before visiting.
Shopping Guide for Copenhagen: Markets, Stores & Souvenirs
Shopping in Copenhagen is one of the best ways to experience the city's local culture beyond the usual tourist trail. Whether you're browsing open-air markets for fresh produce and local delicacies, hunting for antiques in backstreet shops, or searching for artisan crafts and design goods to take home, Copenhagen's shopping scene has something for every kind of traveler and every budget.
This guide covers 102 shopping spots in Copenhagen sourced from Wikivoyage — the traveler-written travel guide — ensuring you're getting recommendations from real visitors who've been there. Unlike algorithmically ranked lists, these are the shops, markets, and stores that travelers actually tell each other about.
Types of Shopping in Copenhagen
Copenhagen's shopping landscape includes several distinct categories. Markets are the heart of local commerce — weekly or daily gatherings where you'll find fresh food, second-hand clothing, handmade goods, and antiques at prices far below tourist shops. Specialty stores in Copenhagen often have decades of history and deep expertise — bookshops, wine merchants, tea rooms, craft suppliers, and independent fashion boutiques. Souvenir and gift shops vary widely in quality: the best ones in Copenhagen sell locally made products, while others sell identical mass-produced goods found in every city. This guide steers you toward the former.
Shopping Tips for Travelers in Copenhagen
- Visit markets early. The best stalls at Copenhagen's markets fill up fast. Arrive in the first hour of opening for the widest selection and freshest goods, especially for food markets.
- Carry local currency. Many independent shops and market vendors in Copenhagen prefer cash. Have small denomination local currency on hand to avoid problems at card-only or cash-only stalls.
- Check opening days carefully. Many specialist shops in Copenhagen close on Sundays and some close on Mondays or Wednesday afternoons. Always verify hours before making a special trip.
- Ask about provenance. When buying what appears to be locally made or artisan goods in Copenhagen, don't hesitate to ask where items are made. Genuine local products make far better souvenirs than imported look-alikes.
- Budget for customs limits. If you're traveling internationally, keep in mind duty-free allowances for your home country, especially for food products, alcohol, and tobacco bought in Copenhagen.
- Bargaining culture varies. In some markets in Copenhagen light bargaining is expected; in most established shops, the price is fixed. Follow local cues — if other shoppers are negotiating, it's acceptable; if prices are clearly marked, they typically aren't.
Best Souvenirs to Buy in Copenhagen
The most meaningful souvenirs from Copenhagen are the ones that can't be bought elsewhere — locally produced food and drink, handmade objects by local artisans, books published in the city or about the region, and items that reflect the city's distinct cultural identity. Avoid mass-produced miniatures and branded merchandise that you'll find in identical form in every tourist shop. Instead, focus on the specialty stores and markets listed in this guide where authentic local products are the norm.
Shopping Neighborhoods in Copenhagen
Like most cities, Copenhagen's best independent shopping is concentrated in specific neighborhoods rather than spread evenly across the city. Historic city centers and old towns tend to have the highest density of specialty shops, antique dealers, and design boutiques. Residential neighborhoods often host the best local food markets and everyday shopping that tourists rarely discover. This guide's listings span the city so you can plan your shopping around whichever neighborhoods you're already visiting.
Meet Fellow Travelers While Exploring Copenhagen
Solo travel and group shopping are not mutually exclusive. Many Nomax users find travel companions for market days, afternoon shopping strolls, or finding someone who knows the city well enough to point you to the best local stores. Download Nomax to connect with other travelers currently in Copenhagen — whether you want a market guide, a fellow bargain hunter, or simply someone to share the discovery of a great find.
Frequently Asked Questions: Shopping in Copenhagen
Where to shop in Copenhagen?
Copenhagen has 102 curated shopping spots including markets, specialty stores, and local boutiques. This guide covers the best places to shop, from open-air markets with local produce and handmade goods to bookshops, antique dealers, and souvenir stores. Use the Nomax app to connect with fellow travelers who can share their favourite shopping finds in Copenhagen.
What souvenirs to buy in Copenhagen?
The best souvenirs from Copenhagen are those that reflect the city's culture and craftsmanship — local food specialties, artisan products, books about the city or region, handmade ceramics or textiles, and locally produced beverages. Markets are the best place to find authentic souvenirs at fair prices. Other travelers on Nomax often share tips on where to find genuinely local products versus tourist-trap shops.
Are there any markets in Copenhagen?
Yes, Copenhagen has several markets listed in this guide including weekly food markets, antique fairs, and craft markets. Markets are excellent for experiencing local daily life and finding unique items you won't find in chain stores. Opening days and hours vary — check individual listings for current schedules before visiting.
What are the best specialty shops in Copenhagen?
Copenhagen has a range of specialty shops covering books, design, fashion, food and drink, antiques, and local crafts. Many of the shops in this guide are independent stores with deep expertise in their niche — a far better experience than mall shopping. The listings here are sourced from traveler community knowledge, so they tend to be the kinds of places locals actually recommend.
How do I find shopping companions in Copenhagen?
Download Nomax to instantly connect with other travelers in Copenhagen. Whether you want a local recommendation, a shopping companion for a market day, or someone who knows where to find the best local products, Nomax lets you chat with and meet fellow travelers in the city. It's free and available on iOS and Android.
Is it safe to shop in Copenhagen as a solo traveler?
Shopping in Copenhagen is generally safe for solo travelers. At markets, keep an eye on your belongings and use a secure bag. For valuable purchases, ask for receipts and check the return policy. When browsing late-evening markets, stick to well-lit areas. Connect with other travelers on Nomax for up-to-date safety tips from people currently in Copenhagen.
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