Copenhagen pairs the Nyhavn coloured harbour-front with Christiania's autonomous district, Tivoli Gardens since 1843, and Noma's New Nordic kitchen still defining global fine dining from a Refshaleøen warehouse.
Highlights
Nyhavn
Vesterbro
Christianshavn
Louisiana Museum
When to Visit
May-Jun
Distortion festival fills Vesterbro and Nørrebro streets late May-early June, Sankt Hans Aften bonfires June 23, and harbour swimming opens at Islands Brygge.
Jul-Aug
Roskilde Festival the last week of June into early July, Copenhagen Jazz Festival ten days in July, and 17 hours of daylight stretch the city's terrace season.
Sep-Oct
CPH:DOX runs March aside, Copenhagen Cooking and Food Festival in late August, and the city's hygge season ramps up as cafés roll out blankets and candles.
Nov-Mar
Tivoli Christmas market mid-November through New Year, Strøget shopping street strung with lights, and Copenhagen Light Festival in February brightens the canals.
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