Here you’ll find charming old buildings, and places to wander like Strøget – a pedestrianised street lined with boutiques.
This ornate 18th-century structure (which actually started life as a castle in the 1200s) features gilded rooms and lavish saloons.
It’s a beautiful building complete with a legendary dragon-tailed spire protecting against misfortune.
It’s a popular hangout with locals and visitors alike, who come here to soak up the atmosphere and enjoy some culinary delights.
Try the cool Bistro Lupa for something plant-based, or organic fare at Cafe Baryl – both in the family-friendly district of Østerbro.
You can discover the Knights’ Hall, with its coronation throne, alongside other royal treasures – including Denmark’s Crown Jewels.