Things to do in Copenhagen this weekend
A locals-first shortlist of what's worth your time in Copenhagen this weekend — from outdoor escapes to standout food and live music.
Top spots in Copenhagen
Nyhavn
CultureIndre By
Pastel facades and the harbour-bus to Christianshavn.
Tivoli Gardens
FamilyCity Center
1843 amusement park — the model for Disneyland, prettier in person.
Refshaleøen
Food & DrinkRefshaleøen
Old shipyard, now Reffen street food + Noma + La Banchina.
Christiania
CultureChristianshavn
Self-declared free town — wander Pusher Street, eat at Morgenstedet.
Jolene Bar
NightlifeVesterbro
Meatpacking district institution — late-night dancing, no pretension.
Where to eat
Noma
$$$$New Nordic · Refshaleøen
Three-Michelin-star foraging temple — three seasonal menus a year.
Hart Bageri
$Bakery · Frederiksberg
Tartine alum Richard Hart's bakery — the cardamom snail.
Atelier September
$$Café · Indre By
The Instagram avocado toast that started it all.
Schønnemann
$$$Smørrebrød · Indre By
Open-faced sandwiches and snaps since 1877 — lunch only.
Live & on stage
Roskilde Festival
Roskilde · Jun 27 – Jul 4 · Festival
Distortion
Citywide · Jun · Street party
Jazzhouse Montmartre
Indre By · Year-round · Jazz
Frequently asked
- Locals' favourites right now: Nyhavn, Tivoli Gardens, Refshaleøen. The full list is curated weekly and balances outdoor, food, culture and live music picks.