Christianshavn Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Christianshavn
Popular places to visit
Copenhagen Opera House
This striking contemporary opera house is not only one of the most modern, but also the most expensive in the world.
Church of Our Saviour
With its iconic corkscrew-style spire towering above the city and a huge system of bells, this iconic church, steeped in history, is well worth a visit.
Danish Architecture Centre
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Danish Architecture Centre during your trip to Copenhagen. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the cycling trails.
Loppen
You can make plans for a show at Loppen on your trip to Copenhagen. Stroll along the area's waterfront or experience its great live music.
Dansk Arkitektur Center
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Dansk Arkitektur Center during your trip to Copenhagen. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Frederiks Bastion
Learn about the events happening in Frederiks Bastion during your trip to Copenhagen. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Activities
Hamlet and Sweden Tour - Two Countries in one day !
Copenhagen Red Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus & Boat Option
City Sightseeing Copenhagen Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Copenhagen Bus and Boat ticket, Valid 48 Hours
Home of Carlsberg Experience Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Christianshavn Hotel Deals
NH Collection Copenhagen
Unfortunately there are not many choice of dining places around the hotel… you have to walk a mile to find restaurants and very very expensive!…
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
25hours Hotel Paper Island
The best place I've stayed in Copenhagen. We have a young child and they were very accommodating as well as gave us a lot of recommendations. This was also a great central location to ride bikes or walk from but not right in the middle of downtown so there was less noise in the mornings. We are definitely ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Hotel is in a great location. I found the room to be very quiet. Housekeeping did a great job. The wifi didn’t work during my stay. Messaged reception 3 times, no response. Went to the desk to be told no one else had an issue. Was emailed to say that I was to come to reception, quickly followed by ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Tivoli Hotel
Excellent continental breakfast, front desk is friendly and helpful. Nice sky bar and restaurant.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
CABINN Copenhagen
Very affordable, small room but perfect if your sightseeing all day. Nice breakfast.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
Yes
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Christianshavn
Slotsholmen
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Slotsholmen. You might want to make time for a stop at Borsen or Danish Royal Library.
Copenhagen City Centre
Known for its beautiful gardens, captivating waterfront views and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Copenhagen City Centre. Top attractions like Tivoli Gardens and Copenhagen Christmas Market are major draws. Catch the metro at Kongens Nytorv Station or Gammel Strand Station to see more of the city.
Holmen
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Holmen. You might want to make time for a stop at Copenhagen Opera House or Spejdermuseet.
Meatpacking District
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Meatpacking District. You might want to make time for a stop at Oksnehallen or DGI-Byen.
Islands Brygge
Islands Brygge is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Islands Brygge Harbour Baths or Mogens Dahl Concert Hall.
Sundbyerne
Beaches, restaurants and shopping highlight some notable features of Sundbyerne. Make a stop by DR Koncerthuset or Kalvebod Faelled while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Lergravsparken Station or Oresund Station to get around town.
