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
Copenhagen Classic Canal Tour With Guide
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
Our pick of the best Christianshavn Hotel Deals
NH Collection Copenhagen
Best thing about this lovely hotel is the staff. Everyone was friendly and helpful breakfast was good rooms spotless. We loved the roof terrace bar but on two out of the 3 afternoons their we could not get in as it was full.
Reviewed on 11 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
Excellent facilities, great staff, amazing breakfast, would definately book here again!
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
CABINN Copenhagen
Great location and the room was not too bad - ie. You get what you pay for. Very small room though.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Tivoli Hotel
Lovely hotel. Good location. Would highly recommend.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Wakeup Copenhagen Bernstorffsgade
The hotel area, transportation, restaurants and recreation are close. The only complain I have is that the room is too small for a couple, the orientation of the bed is the main problem at least for me, if two peoples are sleeping one have to move over the other one to go to the bathroom. We stay ...
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.
