Courtesy of The Bear and other travel programs, Copenhagen has become a trendy city for people to visit. The cleanliness of Copenhagen is noteworthy — as are the unique features which combined Western Europe with its Nordic neighbors. The vibe in Copenhagen is one of hygge — a famous Danish word that translates essentially to “coziness”, a feeling everyone tries to attain when living life. This article will speak about four specific spots in Copenhagen where you can enjoy the sights and get a real taste of Danish life.
Nyhavn
The name Hans Christan Andersen should ring a bell. A proud Dane, he was responsible for writing a host of very famous fairy tales. One of those is The Little Mermaid — which is depicted with a statue right near Nyhavn (meaning New Harbor). This waterway is surrounded on either side by beautiful colored buildings. Andersen lived in one of those structures for nearly 20 years. During the spring and summer months, people sit out here with a beer and an ice cream to take in the sun and relax with friends. There are plenty of bars and restaurants here to enjoy, and it’s one of the most picturesque spots in Copenhagen to snap a picture.
Christiania
Christiania isn’t for everyone. Essentially, hippies took over an old set of army barracks build decades ago. It’s morphed into a community where those living here don’t abide by Danish law. They’ve got their own set of rules here. We can’t completely get into the details as to what goes on here. Suffice it to say, but a walk-through here will be an eye-opening experience. As a positive, there are tons of colorful murals and some very excellent artwork. However, those in Christiania are not keen on tourists snapping pictures (so keep that in mind).
Tivoli Gardens
Tivoli Gardens is one of the city’s biggest attractions. It’s an amusement park, and one billed as among the oldest in the entire world. While you do have your traditional rides, there’s so much more here. There are stages throughout the venue which offer live music and theater. There are also beautiful gardens. It’s akin to an old-world amusement park — which did influence the eventual construction of Disneyland. During Christmastime, the amusement park is opened up with millions of colorful lights and a host of winter-centric activities. A true showstopper, to be sure.
Strøget
Strøget is the main artery running through town. It’s chockfull of shops, restaurants, bars, and everything one could imagine. The special facet of Strøget involves its age and length. The street has been around reportedly since the 1720s, and it is considered to be one of the longest streets on the continent.
