Things to Do in Copenhagen

Dyrehaven

is a forest park north of Copenhagen. It covers around 11 square kilometres. The northern boundary is at Jægersborg Hegn (Forest), which until 1832 was part of Dyrehaven. Eremitageslottet is a small royal hunting castle placed on a hilltop in the northern part of the area. There are several event's taking place here throughout the year, The ''Hubertus hunt''[http://www.hubertusjagt.dk] the 1st Sunday of November is a huge sporting event with 100's of "hunters" in red jackets on horseback. While the erimetage running event [http://www.elob.dk], the largest in the country, takes place on the 1st Sunday of October. There are also sometimes theatrical performances in the Ulvedalene (Valley of wolfs, do not worry they are long gone) - check with a tourist information for details.

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ALIS in Wonderland

From humble beginnings with a small skate ramp founded by a skater-oriented community on Pusher street (ALIS), this skate ramp - crafted by local skaters who were invited to build whatever they wanted after their old ramp was forced to relocate from noise complaints. The efforts turned into roll-ins, pool corners and oververts, and after a harsh winter took its toll with the ramp was in dire straits, friends were called back in - and many hours later the ramp was indoor, with inside and outside balconies and an exotic atmosphere with Hawaiian paintings and hammocks. The outside 'Wonderland' mural drawing from the familiar fairytale is an attraction in it's own right.

Prærieområdet

The Hubertus hunt

Is a modern continuation of the traditional par force hunts that has been held in Dyrehaven park for hundreds of years, but the game have now been replaced by two riders wearing fox tails on their backs. It is an annual spectacle with almost 30.000 spectators watching the 50 odd riders wearing fancy deep red jackets, ride through a challenging course. Most of the spectators head straight for the ''Magasin'' dam, where the riders pass through a water obstacle, and 5-10 riders usually makes an involuntary but spectacular plunge into the freezing water. Takes place in late October or early November, contact a tourist information desk for details.

Fælledparken

Fæleldparken is the big park behind the football stadium, the largest in Copenhagen. There is a lake, big trees and a pavilion with a cafe which hosts concerts during the summer [http://www.cafe-pavillonen.dk/], the outfit Salsa Brava [http://www.salsabrava.dk/] also gives Salsa lessons in the park during the summer. Most of it is covered with grass, much of it marked as football fields. Go there for a game of football or another game, a picnic, or just lie in the grass. At May 1st, during the International Workers day, most of Copenhagen's population comes here in a peculiar mix of a political rally, and a seriously huge party.

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Fiskerihavnen

Located on the eastern tip of Nordhavn (North harbour). Because of the traffic on Øresund, commercial fishing is not allowed. But the amateur fishermen at Fiskerihavnen can fish from their small fishing boats. The fishermen have tiny sheds, all different, a bit messy, but colorful. To get there you have to zig-zag past Frihavnen (Freeport, closed to the public), mountains of containers, scrap metal, interesting industries. Bus 26 goes there. There is a store that sell fishing equipment, but also ice cream and cold beers. "Krølle" sells smoked herring and salmon from his 1914 boat, "Kællingen".

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Niels Bohr Institutet

If you are a physicist or just interested in physics, come to the Institute and see the room of Niels Bohr with photos of the staff of the institute when he was the head of it, a model of the famous thought experiment weighing the clock, the archive, the photos of all the famous people who were developing the quantum theory during the so-called "golden age of physics, when even small people could do big things" and also the modern part of the institute. The people at the archive are willing to show the institute to other people, if they are not too busy.

Blegdamsvej 17

You should make an appointment in advance.

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Den Grå Hal

Christiania's biggest cultural venue with room for 1500 people, 'Den Grå Hal' is something of an authority on the Danish music scene, and despite it's somewhat modest appearance, has hosted some of the biggest stars in music, like Metallica, Bob Dylan and Rage Against the Machine. But it's not just music going on here, often there are other events like markets theatre or parties taking place. The building was originally erected as a riding hall for the military back in 1891. Event's are usually listed on Christiania's website.

Refshalevej 2

Price varies

Tivoli

Tivoli is a garden built around a lake stemming from the old fortification of the city. It was opened in 1843 by its founder Georg Carstensen, just outside the city walls. Since then Copenhagen has grown up around it, and today the world famous gardens and amusement park, is literally a magic and green oasis smack in the center of the city, between the central station and the city hall square. The magic is particularly obvious after dark, when the lights and lanterns in every color of the rainbow, lights up everywhere.

Vesterbrogade 3

Open 11-23 daily (longer on weekends)

Entry adults 85 Kr, children up to 11 years old 40 Kr (2008, discounts available for groups)

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Amager Strandpark

Probably the largest beach in the near vicinity of Copenhagen, artificially constructed some years back. Includes a large sand island and a inner lagoon. There is usually a good range of activities going on, even outside the bathing season, such as windsurfing, diving, water skiing, sea kayaking and some hugely popular beach volleyball fields. If you're visiting during winter you have a chance to show your inner Viking with winter bath on the New Helgoland pier.

Amager Strandvej 238

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Hedeland

Hedeland is a unique and large recreation area, created on the area of an old gravel excavation site. It features a Ski hill[http://www.roskildeskiklub.dk/], Steam railway[http://www.ibk.dk], miniature railway[http://brandhojbanen.dk], amphitheatre with regular open air performances[http://www.teaterhedeland.dk/English], a golf course[http://www.hedeland-golf.dk], riding area[http://www.hgrk.dk/] and finally a go-kart track [http://www.hedelands-motorklub.dk] .

Maglehøjgårdsvej 6A, Hedehusene

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The Erimitage run

Is the worlds oldest fun run, where 19000 runners challenge themselves on a 13.3 kilometre course through the beautiful Dyrehaven park, and have done so every year in early October since 1969. If you plan to attend it is a good idea to reserve a spot ahead as there is cap of 19.000 participants for logistical reasons and considerations for the wildlife in the park, Send an email to ''[email protected]'' to secure yourself a place on the starting line.

Dyrehavsbakken

Is the world's oldest intact still-surviving amusement park, and has a reputation for being more folksy than its downtown rival, Tivoli. While the number of rides are hardly impressive, except for the large wooden "Rutchebanen" (lit. THE rollercoaster) which dominates the park, the atmosphere it gets from the surrounding forest is quite enchanting, and the many old and very traditional pubs and restaurants is the real attraction of the place.

Dyrehavevej 62, Klampenborg

25-Mar-29 Aug; hours vary but generally 2PM-10PM are safe bets

Entrance is free. Wristband for all running amusements: 199-219 Kr, Discount booklets with 42 coupons: 210 Kr

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Grøn Koncert

(''24 July 2011'') held in late July, is a one day music festival in Valby Parken near Åparken station. It is a major event in Copenhagen with over 40,000 attending. There is usually an international headline act, along with several major Danish bands and the atmosphere is quite unique with people having picnics and beers on a huge field of grass in the park. Tickets are sold through Billetnet, both online and at post offices.

Cinematheque

Part of the Danish film institute, this is a paradise for any cinephile. There are 3 movie theaters playing classics, cults, documentaries, art movies and exam projects from the film school. The basement houses a Videotheque, with over 3500 titles, that you are free to watch. There is also a book and video store with special movie titles, and books relating to cinematography. Lastly the building also has a restaurant and café.

Gothersgade 55

M-F:9AM-last screening

Many of the screening are free, others cost 65 Kr

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Ungdomshuset Dortheavej

When authorities decided to clear out ''Ungdomshuset'' (Jagtvej 69) on Nørrebro, it ended up in an Orwellian nightmare, with widespread riots that trashed the whole neighborhood. The movement behind the old house, is rebuilding and relocating to Nord-Vest. The house is home for the far left, anarchist, and punk movements of Copenhagen. Hosts concerts, parties, open kitchens, Yoya classes etc. Also has a bar, workshops, etc.

Dortheavej 61

Vor Frelsers Kirke

Climb the 400 steps to the top of the spire of the church for panoramic views of Copenhagen. The last steps are on the ''outside'' of the spire. Rumor has it that that the designer throw himself out the tower, when he discovered the rotation of the stairs was the wrong way, so that sword fights would have to be fought with the left hand, however the spiraling stairs was meant to symbol the ascend into heaven.

Sankt Annæ Gade 29

Church: 11AM-3.30PM, Tower 10AM-4PM

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International Workers Day

On 1 May is a major event in Copenhagen. The main festivities are held in Fælledparken on Østerbro and they attract over 100,000 visitors in what has lately become a 50/50 mix of a gigantic party and a political rally with speeches, happenings, and concerts. Two travelling amusement parks also set up their gear for the day, one by the main entrance at '''Trianglen''' and one in the eastern part of the park.

Loppen

Is a cool rock club in Christiania where various alternative bands play live. The room in the old artillery storage with low ceilings and sturdy dark wooden support pillars can fit up to 450 people. The low stage takes you face to face with the bands playing, creating a really intimate atmosphere, much appreciated by local bands who often forego bookings at bigger stages elsewhere to play here.

Sydområdet 4B

Night of Culture (Kulturnatten)

Is held in mid-October, on the last Friday before the school holiday in week 42. You buy a badge for DKK 70 and get access to major museums, exhibitions, churches, libraries, schools, organizations, the parliament and other cultural attractions including some places that are not open to the public during the rest of the year. Open from 18:00 to midnight. Attracts about 100,000 people.

Brøndby Stadium

Home of top Danish football side Brøndby IF, the stadium is home to one of the most lively home crowds in the national league. If you are fortunate enough to run into a match against the local rivals of FC København (Copenhagen), these are some of the best matches in the league. Games are usually played on Sundays, with a single league match being played Saturday and Monday.

Brøndby Stadion 8

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Havnebadet

Enormously popular green area and city beach, with enclosed salt water pools, including some shallow ones for kids, and a five meter "jumping" tower, shower, grill and toilet facilities, and it is manned with life guards. Excellent spot for hanging out with locals on sunny days, and it is quite a peculiar sensation having a swim smack in the centre of the city.

Islands Brygge

1 June-31 August

Free

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Det Ny Teater

One of Denmark's top stages, usually lays stage to famous musicals or plays like Chicago, Phantom of the Opera etc, but the performance may in Danish so check ahead. The striking building is one of the most beautiful theatres in Northern Europe following a grand renovation in the 1990s, and received the prestigious 'Europa Nostra' award for the efforts.

Gammel Kongevej 29

Ticket Office: noon-5PM

Price varies

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Copenhagen Jazzfestival

(''1–10 July 2011'') is held in early July and features ten days of jazz everywhere in Copenhagen — parks, cafes, clubs, and theatres. Usually a few headline acts are on the program but there are more than 800 concerts to choose from and the real attraction is often the obscure concerts you bump into randomly in a park or square somewhere in the city.

Copenhagen Fashion Week

Held in February and August. Copenhagen is fast emerging as a global fashion centre, with a host of both up-and-coming and already well established names. For two weeks each year more than 1,000 exhibitors and 50,000 guests come together and celebrate their accomplishments with lavish parties, catwalks at city landmarks, and three trade fairs.

Kongens Have

This park adjacent to Rosenborg, is the most frequented park in the city. It is a place for a stroll, a picnic, drinking beers in the sun, or whatever you feel like doing. The topless sunbathers often inject a shock into foreign visitors. Also the marionette theatre in the eastern corner is doing plays every day at 2PM and 3PM. Great for kids.

Øster Voldgade 4 B

7AM-10PM

Free

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Frederiksdal Fribad

Is a cozy sand beach near the canoe rental place in Frederiksdal. It is kid friendly with lifeguards keeping watch. There is both shallow water for the kids, and a pier out to the deeper water in the Furesø Lake. Excellent spot for a picnic on the grassy areas and there is also a restaurant (''see listing in eat section'') and ice cream shop.

Frederiksdal Badesti 1, Virum

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Folkets Hus

Along with the newly renovated park in front of the house, the place is a product of the squatting movement from the 80s, and still carries some of the spirit of the old days. Go here for a cup of coffee, discussions, lectures, concerts or parties with left-wing peers. Or simply ooze or have a barbecue in the nice park in front of the house.

Stengade 50

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Charlottenlund Fortress

Nice beach with a huge grassy area for oozing in the sun, and a narrow strip of sand before the calm waves of Øresund. There is also a large pier with better facilities ([http://www.charlottenlund-soebad.dk Charlottenlund Søbad]) but it has a 20 Kr entrance fee. The old fortress behind the beach has a camping ground (see sleep section).

Strandvejen 144, Charlottenlund

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Energiværkstedet

Part of a local association working with spiritual energies: Yoga, T'ai Chi Chuan, Aikido, massage, Shiatsu, body consciousness etc. There are a lot of lectures going on, but at no particular schedule except for regular Tai Chi sessions. But if you are into the scene, send a mail in advance and you might be able to work something out.

Mælkevejen

Kajak ole

This outfit conducts guided kayaking tours around the canals of Christianshavn and Holmen. The owner is a nice and friendly dude, that has been doing his tours for more than 10 years. the 3 standard tours ranges between 1½-3 hours, but you can also request special individual tours. Also arranges hilarious kayak water polo games.

Strandgade 50

from 245 Kr

CPH Distortion

(''1–5 June 2011'') is held in the first week of June and is longest and wildest party you could ever go to. Over 60 parties in five days in each of the city districts, outdoors on the city streets and squares, in the clubs and three seriously huge parties. Over 32,000 people usually partying away between Wednesday and Sunday.

Grøndal Centeret

Grøndalscentret is a huge indoor sports complex, one of the largest in Northern Europe. Go for a good game of squash or bowling, do some swings in the gulf simulator or at the fencing operator, or a work out in the fitness center. And wind down in the cafe after wards. It is quite close to the Youth Hostel and Camping grounds.

Hvidkildevej 64

from 6.45AM-midnight

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Crafts Fair

Held every year in August — Thursday-Saturday — outdoors at Frue Plads in central Copenhagen. The Crafts Fair has more than 130 exhibitors, all members of the Danish Arts and Crafts Association, exhibiting unique and small series of handmade Arts and Crafts in all categories: ceramic, glass, jewelery, textile, mixed media.

Lyngby Stadion

Lyngby Stadion is a football stadium in this district and home to the club Lyngby BK which has promoted to Superligaen in the 2010-11 season. The home games of Lyngby BK take place in the weekend from July to December and from March to May. The stadium is known for its sausages which should be the best in the country.

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Hellerup Strandpark

This small beach,marina and park is hidden away at the end of a residential street of Strandvejen street. While the beach here is not as good as the other beaches in the area, it is less crowded and closer to the city. The small marina is open to visiting yachts, and there is cluster of Tennis courts right behind it.

Strandparksvej, Hellerup

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CPH:PIX

(''14 April – 1 May 2011'') is a brand new film festival held in April and is the result of a merger between Copenhagen's two popular long running festivals — the ''Night Film Festival'' and the ''Copenhagen International Film Festival''. It will feature 170 screenings competing for the grand prize of €50,000.

Danmarks Radios Koncertsal

Part of the public broadcasters new and problem ridden headquarters in Ørestad, this gem designed by French architect Jean Nouvel is the main reason behind the massive budget overruns of the project — with its final price tag approaching 300 million USD, it is among the most expensive concert halls ever built.

Emil Holms Kanal 20

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Klampenborg Galopbane

One of the most beautiful gallop runways in the world. Right at the border, and with great views over, the Dyrehaven park. A few restaurants, a grill with excellent fresh grilled sausages etc., and a picnic area. When there are races on Fridays, it is a good place to go for some beers while watching the races.

Klampenborgvej 52

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Skuespilhuset

Denmark’s new 1000 seat national stage for the dramatic arts, with 3 stages. Opened in 2008, its beautiful piece of modern architecture overlooking the harbour. Even if you are not going for a play, the cafe in the foyer, ''Ofelia'', is a nice place to sit and enjoy the view over the water and Christianshavn.

Sankt Annæ Plads 36

10AM--11.30PM

Price varies

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Lygten Station

Cultural house and concert venue in a beautiful old disused station building, right by Nørrebro station. The area outdoors has tables and serves beer in the summer, inside there is a stage. Hosts art exhibitions, concerts (jazz and rock), film screenings etc. according to the program posted on their website.

Lygten 2A

Opening hours varies

Usually free

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Vandkulturhuset

If you are installed at a cheap hotel without private baths or want some inside activities on a cold or wet day, the swim centre, or ''DGI-byen'' as it is known to all locals, is a good option - No time-limits, super-ellipse shaped pool, climbing and diving pool, warm spa pool, and other water activities.

Tietgensgade 65

M-Th 6.30AM-11PM,F 6.30AM-8PM,Sa 9AM-8PM,Su 9AM-6PM

40 Kr

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Literaturhaus

Housed in a former church, this is Denmark’s first live venue for literature. Here audiences can experience readings by national and international writers, participate in discussions, or participate in events cent red on music, film and other art forms or on their cross-fertilisation with literature.

Møllegade 7

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Stella Polaris

Held the first weekend in August, is a big, free, chill-out event in one of the city parks. Top international DJs spin chill-out tunes on the decks, while people are relaxing in the sun and drinking beer. And the afterparty in one of the major clubs usually attracts some international headline acts.

Furesøbad

Is a artificial sand beach and Marina in the Furesø lake, there are lifeguards stationed here during the season, and the restaurant has great view over the lake, and is a good option for a brunch if you are in the area. Also a small kiosk for ice cream etc. and a pier for the baadfarten ferries.

Frederiksborgvej 101, Farum

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MIX Copenhagen — LGBT Film Festival

Held in Week 43, Ten days of gay and queer cinema at its very best with more than 130 screenings of the world's best feature films, short films, and documentaries with gay or queer relevance, culminating in a champagne party on the final day, when the best film of the year receives its award.

Copencabana

Jump in the harbor for a swim at Copencabana harbor swimming bath. There is a jumping tower for fun, and a large pool, with sea water from the harbor. Not as popular as the larger harbor swimming bath at Islands Brygge, Copencabana is less overrun and better suited for more serious swimming.

Havneholmen

June 1st-August 31st:11AM-7PM

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RAW

Held in early August is Scandinavia's largest clubbing event. The organisers rightly pride themselves in carefully selecting high quality acts and more importantly the broad range of genres represented to make this an event with broad appeal to everyone in the Copenhagen nightlife scene.

Vikingelandsbyen

A small volunteer community project to reconstruct a Viking village using original construction methods. It is just at the outskirts of a nice forest (Vestskoven) and it is free to peek in, and look around, though it is mainly meant as a living history museum for local school children.

Ledøjevej 35, Albertslund

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Parken Stadium

The national 35,000 seat stadium, has a retractable roof, and is the home of Denmark's national football team during international matches, and the home ground of the FC Copenhagen football club. Usually hosts major concerts held in Denmark, and has a gym, bowling alley and a pool.

Øster Allé 50

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Empire Bio

Independent Cinema, which is often described as the best in Copenhagen, despite - or because of - its modest size. Balances between independent productions and mainstream movies. As is the case with all Danish cinemas, international movies are shown in their original language.

Guldbergsgade 29 F

noon-last show

from 50 Kr

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The Operahouse

Opened in 2005 in a striking building overlooking the harbor, designed by world renowned architect Henning Larsen. Mainly hosts Opera's, but occasionally shows contemporary music concerts, and plays. For Opera's there are always 25 tickets reserved for selling on the day.

Ekvipagemestervej 10

5PM-last show

Price varies.

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Experimentarium

Excellent "hands-on" science museum for kids of all ages. Rich with activities centered around nature and technology, and does wonders teaching complex subject easily through self experimentation. Has changing themed exhibitions (check website for current ones).

Tuborg Havnevej 7, Hellerup

M-F 9.30AM-5PM except Tu 9.30AM-9PM,Sa-Su 11AM-5PM

135 Kr for adults, 90 Kr for children

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Havnehytten

This place poses a bit of dilemma, while it is by far the easiest place to get to with public transportation, since it is just a short walk from the S-train station, they do not offer pick up services if you plan to do longer trips. Also doubles as a restaurant.

Rustenborgvej 21, Lyngby

10AM-7PM

100 Kr/hour or 380 Kr for full day

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Strøm

Also held in August is an annual electronic music festival, running in its third year. It is a gathering of the best promoters and vibrant venues Copenhagen has to offer, mixed up with events at squares, concert halls, or unusual locations throughout the city.

Bellevue Beach

Copenhagen's own Copacabana, and probably the country's most famous beach, with half a million visitors per year. Wide (but packed on sunny days) sandy beach and a large grassy area. Toilets, Icecream kiosk, beach volleyball fields, and 3 piers.

Strandvejen 340, Klampenborg

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Copenhagen Pride

A lavish LGBT parade. The week leading up to the parade is usually full of community events and parties. Count on the City Hall Square (Rådhuspladen) changing its name to Pride Square during the week and hosting live acts, concerts and debates.

Det Kongelige Teater

A majestic old building on Kongens Nytorv, houses ballet, for which the theater is world renowned - and drama performances. There is a 65% discount for those under 30 on selected performances, to encourage young people to see the classic arts.

Kongens Nytorv 1

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Bella Center

Copenhagen's prime exhibition and convention center, boasting over 123,000 square metres of exhibition space. Fairly often there is a exhibition and event of some interest to the general public — check the current schedule on their website.

Center Boulevard 5

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Bellevue Theatre

Stage by the Øresund coast, with a wide range of performances, from international ballet companies over comedy to conventional plays. Lists international performances, relevant for foreign visitors, on the English version of their website.

Strandvejen 451, Klampenborg

Ticket office hours: M-F 3PM-6PM

Prices varies, but if you are 4 people under 25, tickets are 60 Kr a piece.

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The Opera

The Opera on Christiania (not to be mistaken by the more conventional Operahouse nearby) is a combined music venue and eatery, with a wide variety of bands playing. Hosts an awesome blues night on Sundays, and doubles as a watering hole.

Gaden

Christiania Jazzclub

This Jazz club, housed in Christiania's childrens theatre, has an amazing atmosphere - and if you play any instruments, often you can go to stage and jam away at the late hours of the night after the band of the night have finished up.

Mælkevejen

W&F:9PM-late

Middelalderlandsbyen

A living history museum opened in 1999. The village consists of seven reconstructed houses as they would have looked in the 13th century surrounding a small village pond. There are several workshops with many activities for the kids.

Nybovej 11, Brøndby

No set opening hours.

Free

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Zulu Sommerbio

Held in July and August, Danish television station 'TV2 Zulu' plays open air films in various parks and squares of Copenhagen. There are movies in both Danish and English and they are free to watch. You can buy beer and popcorn.

Østerbro Svømmehal

Pool, spa, aroma-bath, steam bath, and baby pool are all hosted in a beautifully restored 1929 building, somewhat resembling a Roman bath, topped with a large glass roof. It was the first public pool in build in the country.

Gunnar Nu Hansens Plads 3

M-F 7AM-8PM, Sa-Su 9AM-3PM

30 Kr for just the pool, 60 Kr for all facilities

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Mogens Dahl Koncertsal

The country's only privately owned concert hall, featuring some interesting architecture as it has been fitted into some old stables. The programme mainly features classical Chamber music, with artists from all over Europe.

Snorresgade 22

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Tycho Brahe Planetarium

Named after the Danish Astronomer who formed he basis for the discovery of planetary motion, this Planetarium features a small but good free exhibit on Astronomy, a 4000 star projector, OmniMax theatre, and a restaurant.

Gammel Kongevej 10

M 1PM-9PM,Tu-Su 10,30AM-9PM

shows 130 Kr

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Ishøj Dyrepark

While hardly worth travelling for, if you are staying in the area, and crave to escape some of the concrete, this green area with grazing deer, Scottish highland cattle, goats and sheep makes for a good small excursion.

Brentevej 40, Ishøj

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Friluftsbadet Badesøen

Features Europe's largest heated outdoor pool, 60 meters in diameter, and two water slides, 45 and 60 meters respectively. There is also Mini golf, Bocce, basketball and beach-volleyball fields on the large grass area.

Skallerne 14, Albertslund

M-F 11AM-7PM, Sa-Su 8AM-6PM

35 Kr

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Imperial Cinema

On a rainy day, you can go for a movie, in the largest single movie theater hall in Northern Europe, seating a staggering 1102 people. Almost all major movies premiers here - and movies are not dubbed in Denmark.

Ved Vesterport 4

Daily:11.30AM-Last show

From 75 Kr

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Damhus Tivoli

Small amusement park in the district, mainly of interest only if you are in area and have small kids, or a real craving for mini golf. The bordering lake '''Damhussøen'', is a lovely place to go for a walk too.

Roskildevej 244, Rødovre

Weekends noon-8PM most of the year, everyday during summer

No entrance fee, 20 Kr per ride

Nybro Båd & Kanoudlejning

Has both row boat, canoe and kayak rental during the summertime. offers pickup and delivery service for a minimum fee of 500 Kr. This place is in the middle of the canal connecting Furesø and Lyngby sø lakes.

Nybrovej 384, Holte

100 Kr/hour, two days from 500 Kr, several discounts available

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Kaleidoskop K2

Krudttønden is a cultural venue in Østerbro, with a mix of both concerts and theatrical performances, by both national and internationals acts. Also has a small café, that sometimes hosts various events.

Serridslevvej 2

Hours vary

from 25 Kr

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Nørrebro Theater

Theatre on Nørrebro, with a focus on being the peoples theater, with down to earth plays, often edging over into Comedy. Mostly spoken, Danish performances, so probably best suited for Scandinavians.

Ravnsborggade 3

Ticket sales:6AM-6PM

150-350 Kr

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Imperial

The biggest cinema in Copenhagen with more than 1000 seats in the single hall. Movies are with original language with Danish subtitles. Good quality regarding projector and sound systems.

Ved Vesterport 4

75-100

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The Betty Nansen Theater

A good, popular and long running local theatre, back from the heydays of Frederiksberg theatre, but English performances are rare, so it is best suited for Scandinavian speakers.

Frederiksberg Allé 57

Office: M-F 2PM-6PM,Sa 2PM-4PM

300 Kr

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Christianshavns bådudlejning of café

Interesting mix of a café on a floating dock in the canal, that also rents out rowing boats for sailing in the canals of Christianshavn. Also sells picnic baskets for the boats.

Overgaden neden Vandet 29

80 Kr/hour

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Frederiksdal kano & bådudlejning

Canoes, kayaks and row boat rentals, This is the outlet closest to Furesøen, Sophienholm and Hotel Frederiksdal. Also has pick up and delivery of Canoes for a minimum of 500 Kr.

Nybrovej 520, Lyngby

Tu-F 10AM-6PM,Sa-Su 9.30AM-6PM

100 Kr/hour, multiday trips from 200 Kr/day, several discount packages available

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The Pantomime Theater

A beautiful Chinese style open air stage, where the curtain is designed as feathers of a peacock. Famous pantomime plays of HC Andersen stories, Pjerrot and Harlequin.

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Forum

Big hall used for exhibitions, conferences and concerts. Their website is in English and worth checking out, as they often has international acts on the programme.

Julius Thomsens Plads 1

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Ride on a pony in Dyrehaven

Rent a pony to ride in Dyrehaven. If you have small children, you can rent tiny ponys, that the children can ride, while you are walking the ponys.

Ved Fortunen 33

summer Mo-Fr 12:00-18:00; Sa,Su,PH 09:00-18:00; winter Mo,Tu,Th 09:00-12:00, Fr 12:00-sundown

From DKK 120

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Forbrændingen

The main concert venue of this district. Almost 100 concerts each year but not much action during the summer. Stages upcoming Danish bands.

Vognporten 11, Albertslund

Concerts usually starts at 9PM

Entrance 50-150 Kr

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Camp X Theatre

A modern, lightly experimental, theatre on Frederiksberg where English or other international performances, or visitors, are not unusual.

Smallegade 2 & Frederiksberg Allé 102

Office: M-F 2PM-6PM,Sa 2PM-4PM

Price varies.

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Park bio

The only cinema on Østerbro, has an atmospheric lobby with tall plants, caged birds, and a café. Plays many Danish and European movies.

Østerbrogade 79

Usually noon-11PM

65 Kr

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Østre Gasværk

This theatre is located in a remarkable old gas storage container. Mainly hosts musicals but also has plays and comedy on the program.

Nyborggade 17

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Kaleidoskop - K1

Kaleidoskop is stage for modern and experimenting theater performances in the heart of Nørrebro, and has been running for 15 years.

Nørrebrogade 37

Ticket sales:noon-4PM

30-165 Kr

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Farum Park Stadium

The 9800 seat stadium is newly build at well equipped, hosts FC Nordsjælland games approximately every 2nd Sunday or Monday.

Farum Park 2, Farum

125-175 Kr

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Rundetårn

Climb the spiral, cobbled road up to the observation platform of this tower, for a wonderful view of the city.

Købmagergade 52A

10AM-10PM (winther: 5PM)

25 Kr

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Tivolis Koncertsal

Tivoli's big concert hall, hosts everything from plays, to classic, jazz and opera concerts.

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Glassalen

A beautiful theater designed by Poul Henningsen in 1946, which hosts plays and varietes

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Portalen

A local cultural centre which hosts a concert venue, a gallery, theatre and a café.

Portalen 1, Greve

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Viften

A community center in Rødovre, with Cinema, Theatre and a Café

Rødovre Parkvej 130

Mo-Fr 16:00-21:00,Sa-Su 14:00-21:00

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Casino Copenhagen

Is the only Casino in Copenhagen

Amager Boulevard 70

2PM-4AM

Entrance: 85 Kr.

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Svanemølle Strand

new beach with a 130meter pier

Strandpromenaden

24/7 but there are lifeguards 10am-6pm in the summer

free

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Frederiksberg Svømmehal

Go for a swim

Helgesvej 29

34 Kr

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