Copenhagen
Day 1
Day 2
11:00AM
Union Kitchen
Amazing brunch spot. Try the traditional breakfast plate, avo toast, & cappuccinos.
12:30PM
Nyhaven
Pretty and insta-worthy street. See the canals, colorful houses, and bridge with locks. And check out the Havengade Trampolines which are in the area.
2:00PM
Rosenborg Castle
One of the prettiest castles. Great gardens & home of the crown jewels. $11 for tickets
3:30PM
Torvehallerne Food Hall
Try the smorrebrod, fresh juices, and chocolate. Get the yummy danish!
8:00PM
Bazaar
Delicious Mediterranean. Hummus, pita, artichoke, and pancake sticks for dessert.
9:30PM
The Jane
Fun underground bar. Kind of a club too. Get the passion fruit drink.
11:00PM
Arch
Very "vibey." Bring your fake because sometimes it is 21+. Cover is $28 but it is worth it!
12:30PM
Freetown Christiania
Cool to see. No pictures allowed. It is considered the "green light district"
5:00PM
Shopping
Cope has some great shopping. Check our list of fave stores!
6:00PM
Relax at hotel
11:00PM
Culture Box
Music venue with local, international and underground acts.
Brunch & Lunch
Dinner
Dessert, Snacks & Food Halls
Brunch & Lunch
42Raw
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VE
GF
DF
New find! Great healthy lunch option. Has a great menu but we loved the acai bowls and flatbreads (but can't wait to go back to try it all!)
$$ - $$$
Menu
Atelier September
V
VE
GF
Must get blueberry pancakes OMG. This is hands down one of the most talked about brunch places in Copenhagen among our ambassadors. If you have this on your list as a MUST we suggest arriving for breakfast, instead of lunch for better luck getting a table!
$$
Reserve Now
Baest Pizza
V
GF
Rated 20 of best pizzas in the world! Good for dinner too. Open till 10PM daily
$ - $$
Menu
Beau Marche
V
GF
Great lunch spot. We recommend the tuna salad and do not leave without getting the hot chocolate and cookies! Located in an interior design store.
$$ - $$$
Website
Buzzkaffe
Really yummy brunch! Much more affordable than some of the other, more popular options, but still really good.
Emmery's
V
Cute bakery near DIS but it is also a chain. They have eggs, toasts, croissants and more
$$ - $$$
Menu
Green Island/Winter Island
Really cute place on the water. Good for lunch when it's nice out. In the winter it is a similar menu and concept but they have saunas available and the cafe is covered.
$$ - $$$
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Hans Coffee CPH
V
Small cafe with a small menu but worth it for the yogurt bowl! Has two locations.
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Hidden Dimsum
V
VE
Bring cash if you are sitting downstairs and don't have a reservation but really well priced and great if craving dumplings and Asian food
$ - $$
Locations
Juno the Bakery
V
In Østerbro, which is a little outside the city. But worth it for the cardemom rolls & almond croissant!! #2 ranked bakery in the world.
Rating: 9/10
Rating: 9/10
$$ - $$$
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Joe & The Juice
V
VE
GF
DF
Originally started in Cope. Great for a quick bite. If you live in Copenhagen you will LIVE here. Multiple locations. Open till 7PM except Sunday (6PM)
$ - $$
Menu
Kafeteria
V
Located in SMK museum. Go for the food and the museum both! Must get the pancakes, bread, jam and butter! INSANE! No museum ticket needed to eat at the cafe
$$ - $$$
Menu
La Banchina
V
VE
La Banchina is a 14-seat walk-in restaurant and wine bar with an on-site sauna. Weekly they offer breakfast and a selection of dishes of the day. Get the fish tacos!
$$ - $$$
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$ - $$
Locations
Roe Bar
V
Find it in the Louise Roe Gallery. Must get the morning set (a Cope classic) and pair it with their amazing matcha!!
$$ - $$$
Menu
Union Kitchen
V
VE
GF
DF
Amazing brunch spot. Try the traditional breakfast plate, avo toast, & the cool cappuccinos.
$$
Reserve Now
Wulff Og Konstali
V
VE
GF
DF
Yummy breakfast! You can pick 5 items for $20. Get it all!! Fan fave!
$ - $$
Menu
Dinner
Bazaar
V
VE
GF
DF
Delicious Mediterranean. Hummus, pita, artichoke, and pancake sticks for dessert.
$$
Reserve Now
Cantina
V
GF
Delicious pizza and the rigatoni pasta is so good! Def on the expensive side though but has really good drinks
$$ - $$$
Reserve Now
Cocks and Cows
V
GF
DF
Great option for a fun night with a large group. Perfect for a birthday. Can do an unlimited drinks option and the burgers are great. They have a private karaoke too!
$$ - $$$
Menu
Frankie's
V
Great pizza option and amazing for a birthday! For large groups they offer unlimited pizza and drinks!
$$ - $$$
Menu
Fabro Pasta
V
VE
Delicious pasta and very affordable. Try to get there when it opens bc there is always a wait!
$ - $$
Website
Esmee
V
GF
On the expensive side but so worth it! Has something for everyone. Must get the soft "ice cream" for dessert!
$$$
Menu
Gasoline Grill
DF
Literally sickest burgers that everyone talks about. Located in a gas station. Opens daily at 11am and closes when they sell out.
$$
Menu
Høst
V
GF
Pretty restaurant serving Nordic food. Small plates but so good. New fave! Has a Michelin star. Has an extensive vegetarian menu.
$$$
Menu
Il Ponte
V
GF
Affordable and delicious Italian. Get the mozzarella and tomato and the spaghetti!
$$ - $$$
Menu
Neighbourhood
V
VE
GF
DF
New find! Great pizza and drinks. Also love the vibe! Can book for 10+ people.
$$ - $$$
Menu
Mother Pizza
V
VE
We love the burrata to start and their pizza of course! Casual atmosphere.
$$ - $$$
Menu
Resto Bar
Must make a reservation but best Italian in Copenhagen according to our Fall 2023 ambassador!
$$$
Menu
Rossopomodoro
V
VE
GF
DF
Delicious pizza and pasta.They also have a great bottomless prosecco deal! Very good choice for big groups.
$$ - $$$
Reserve Now
Sticks & Sushi
V
GF
Must get the miso black cod and salmon teriyaki sticks. Chain but actually very good!
$$ - $$$
Reserve Now
Dessert, Snacks & Food Halls
$$ - $$$
Website
Vaffelbageren
V
Very good waffles AND soft serve in Nyhavn. An absolute must! Open till 10:30PM
$
Menu
Torvehallerne/Glass Market
Mixed reviews on this market. Some people love and others saying meh. The thing to try is the Smorrebrod, which is an open faced sandwich. They also have tons of fresh juice stands and the chocolate is really good! It is best for breakfast, lunch or a snack.
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Directions
Reffen
This is an amazing food market! Only open on weekends and it is a bit out of town but amazing food! Go to blue taco to get the best taco of your life! Sushi also reported to be sick and the burgers from Home Burger are a 9/10!
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Sights
Activities
Sights
Christiansborg Palace
Just a pretty palace, not that amazing, there is a tower you can climb there. You can get tickets for some of the rooms. Tickets cost $22
Church of Our Savior
BEST views in all of cope. Must do. BUT beware if your scared of heights the climb was low-key terrifying at points
Freetown Christiania
Cool to see. No pictures allowed. Not really sure how to describe it but territory separate from the EU and people selling weed everywhere. “Green light district”
Havnegade Trampolines
Trampolines built into the city street. Awesome for pictures!!
Little Mermaid Statue
Sitting on a rock in Copenhagen's Harbor to represent the tale written by Hans Christian Andersen
Nyhavn
Actually pronounced new-haun. It is the pretty street everyone instas with the canal and the houses that are colorful. The best photo op here is on the bridge with the locks.
Rosenborg Castle
Another Castle. It is pretty on the outside and has GREAT gardens. The inside is cool and has a decent amount of history. Also has the crown jewels. Tickets are $11
Activities
Canal Cruise
Great way to see the city while a professional describes the history behind the cities important monuments and neighborhoods. Lasts about 1 hour.
Copenhot
Warm up in one of their fire-heated hot tubs or saunas after a life-affirming cold plunge. Good for groups. Book in advance.
GoBoat
MUST DO OMG. It is a company and you rent a boat for however long you want and just cruise through the Cope canals. You can bring wine and cheese and grapes.
GoBoat offers unique overall experiences and unforgettable memories in safe and comfortable surroundings. There is room for 8 people in each boat - safety vests are included. The boats sail approx. 3-4 knots (5-7 km/h) with a picnic table in the middle.
GoBoat offers unique overall experiences and unforgettable memories in safe and comfortable surroundings. There is room for 8 people in each boat - safety vests are included. The boats sail approx. 3-4 knots (5-7 km/h) with a picnic table in the middle.
Green Island/Winter Island
Great to spend a few hours here with friends enjoying good food right on the water. Very cool experience. They are also affiliated with GoBoat if you want to get food here to bring on your boat trip!
Hydrobiking
This is more of a warm weather activity but super fun and unique!
Islands Brygge Harbour Bath
Open air swimming right in the centre of the city. You can even dive in from the tower for a thrill.
Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
This is a day trip activity (45 min via train). Mostly works by American and European artists. Check out the cafe and the gift shop.
Clothing
Interior Design
Clothing
Favorite Shops
Arket - Samsoe - Envii - Norr - Boii - Quirkly lane Vintage- Times Up Vintage - Rude Vintage - Magnolias (designer vintage) - Ganni - Chamoi - Crush - Keiko - Acne archive -
Favorite Street
Strøget! It is directly in city center. It literally has EVERYTHING- Zara to Gucci to pharmacies to food to Gina Tricot/arket etc. If you are here to shop it is NOT to be missed!
Interior Design
Studio Arhoj
Amazing ceramics store!! You can watch them work in the open studio and they will show you what the end result will look like, so very immersive. New fave!
Budget
Average
Splurge
Budget
Next House Hostel
Awesome hostel! Fun vibes, good nightlife and inexpensive bar. Absolute fan fave. 4 person room approx $76.39 pp per night
Steel House Hostel
Also a great hostel! A 6 person room approx $50 pp per night
City Hub
Double room, shared bath, approx $70 pp per night
Marriott Moxy
Double room, approx $87 pp per night
Average
Urban House Copenhagen
3 bed private ensuite, approx $181 pp per night.
Hotel Osterport
Good location because near transportation but does get loud. Four person family room, Approx $156 pp per night
Splurge
Mannon Les Suites
4 person room, Approx $547 per night pp. Great instagram spot!
Coco Hotel
Doubles from $218 pp, per night. Boutique hotel
Bars & Clubs
Bars
Clubs
Bars & Clubs
Bars
Bastard Cafe
Board Game bar. Also serves food.
Farfars
A bar right next to the DIS hub and has three floors, some for hanging out and some for dancing!
La Fontaine Jazz Bar
Def on the lowkey side but such a cool vibe. Not a touristy spot (recommended by a local!).
Sams Bar
The first karoke in Denmark. A must visit, especially if you are living in Copenhagen. So fun!
The Jane
Fun underground bar. Kind of a club too. Get the passion fruit drink. Great place to start the night!
Clubs
Arch
Most "vibey" club. Bring your fake because sometime 21+ or 23+ but with fake no problem. There is a $28 cover and drinks can be pricey but worth it. Goes from house music early in night to throwbacks as night goes on. MUST check out the bathroom and go to the photobooth!
Culture Box
Music venue with local, International and underground acts. Is open until 6am so you can def go anytime
The Dubliner
Irish club known for dancing on the tables! Definitely go later (around 12-1). No charge to get in!
Hive
So fun. May need to email to get on list or reserve a table. Must be 21 on Friday and 23 on Saturday but 18+ during the week.
Proud Mary's
So fun! Don’t forget to take pics in the photo booth. Tuesdays are American night and they play all American music and is full of study abroad kids (no cover to get in!!). Only go on a Tuesday!
Good To Know
Living Set Up
Navigating
Study Spots
Faves
Shopping
Local Activities
Good To Know
1. Pack layers and a robe and slippers!
2. Save some weekends to just be in Copenhagen, there is so much to see and do.
3. Decorate your room. Make it feel homey.
4. The main street that DIS is on is known to be a busy street and there's a higher risk of pickpocketing so be cautious
5. Copenhagen is one of the more expensive cities in Europe for students.
2. Save some weekends to just be in Copenhagen, there is so much to see and do.
3. Decorate your room. Make it feel homey.
4. The main street that DIS is on is known to be a busy street and there's a higher risk of pickpocketing so be cautious
5. Copenhagen is one of the more expensive cities in Europe for students.
Living Set Up
Groceries
Netto
Fotex
Irma
Tivoli Food Hall
Broens Gadekokken
Torvehallerne
Fotex
Irma
Tivoli Food Hall
Broens Gadekokken
Torvehallerne
Navigating
Study Spots
Tingvej12 - also has good coffee
Packhouse
Cafe Paludan
Living Room
Cinnamon and Coffee
The Roe Bar
Espresso House
Emmery’s
Cafe Sando
The Apollo Bar
Packhouse
Cafe Paludan
Living Room
Cinnamon and Coffee
The Roe Bar
Espresso House
Emmery’s
Cafe Sando
The Apollo Bar
Faves
Coffee
Tingvej12
Lagkagehuset
Sonny Cafe
Espresson House - get the subscription
Roast Coffee - specialty coffee
Lagkagehuset
Sonny Cafe
Espresson House - get the subscription
Roast Coffee - specialty coffee
Lunch
Joe & The Juice
Kebabery - take -out known for falafel
Oli Oli
DOP
Beau Marche - tuna salad
Fresh Bagel
Raw 42
Mad & Kaffe - brunch
See full lunch list on Copenhagen page
Kebabery - take -out known for falafel
Oli Oli
DOP
Beau Marche - tuna salad
Fresh Bagel
Raw 42
Mad & Kaffe - brunch
See full lunch list on Copenhagen page
Dinner
Cantina
Neighbourhood
Trattoria Fiat
Esmee
The Market Asian
Mother
Hidden Dimsum
Fabro
BAEST
Bazaar
Delphine
Sticks N Sushi
Gasoline Grill (more casual and pick up)
See full dinner list on Copenhagen page
Neighbourhood
Trattoria Fiat
Esmee
The Market Asian
Mother
Hidden Dimsum
Fabro
BAEST
Bazaar
Delphine
Sticks N Sushi
Gasoline Grill (more casual and pick up)
See full dinner list on Copenhagen page
Bars & Nightlife
The Jane
Café Electric
Dan Turrell
Duck and Cover
Arch on Friday's!
Club museo
Two Socks (Gin Bar)
Balderdash
Proud Mary's on Tuesday's!
The Dubliner
Hive on Saturday's!
Ruby's
Figo Wine bar
Kayak Bar
See full nightlife list on Copenhagen page
Café Electric
Dan Turrell
Duck and Cover
Arch on Friday's!
Club museo
Two Socks (Gin Bar)
Balderdash
Proud Mary's on Tuesday's!
The Dubliner
Hive on Saturday's!
Ruby's
Figo Wine bar
Kayak Bar
See full nightlife list on Copenhagen page
Shopping
Local Favorites
Strøget St - Has literally everything from Zara to Gucci to Food to pharmacies.
Magnolias - vintage designer
Samoe Samoe
Illum - luxury department store
Magasin - department store
Willen - vintage
Studio Arhoj - trinkets and gifts
Normal - everything you could ever imagine
Magasin - mall
Gina Tricot
Monki
Naked
Norr
Boii
Arket
Pieces
Hay house
Collectors Cage
Norrebro - area with a ton of vintage shops
Magnolias - vintage designer
Samoe Samoe
Illum - luxury department store
Magasin - department store
Willen - vintage
Studio Arhoj - trinkets and gifts
Normal - everything you could ever imagine
Magasin - mall
Gina Tricot
Monki
Naked
Norr
Boii
Arket
Pieces
Hay house
Collectors Cage
Norrebro - area with a ton of vintage shops
Local Activities
Fun stuff you may only do if you live here!
*Copenhot - Hot tub and sauna experience. Very fun to do with friends!
*GoBoat - Seems to be on everyone's must-do list. Spend 2 hours captaining your own boat with 8 friends. BYO drinks and food to make it extra fun.
*Ice Skating - There is a cute rink called Broens Gadekøkken and rent skates for only 75DKK for an hour on the ice.
*Islands Brygge Harbour Bath - Better for warmer weather but so fun!
*Winter Island/Green Island - Another sauna experience in the winter that is fun to do in groups. In the summer you can spread out a blanket and hang on this "island" by the water with friends! There is a cute cafe open year round! *Bakkan - Worlds oldest amusement park! Opens in March. *Louisiana Art Museum - Amazing excursion about 45 min outside of town! They have a cute cafe and shop too!
*GoBoat - Seems to be on everyone's must-do list. Spend 2 hours captaining your own boat with 8 friends. BYO drinks and food to make it extra fun.
*Ice Skating - There is a cute rink called Broens Gadekøkken and rent skates for only 75DKK for an hour on the ice.
*Islands Brygge Harbour Bath - Better for warmer weather but so fun!
*Winter Island/Green Island - Another sauna experience in the winter that is fun to do in groups. In the summer you can spread out a blanket and hang on this "island" by the water with friends! There is a cute cafe open year round! *Bakkan - Worlds oldest amusement park! Opens in March. *Louisiana Art Museum - Amazing excursion about 45 min outside of town! They have a cute cafe and shop too!
DIS Living
DIS School Tips
DIS Visa Info
DIS School Trips
Quick Bites By DIS
Bakeries & Study Spots Near DIS
Restaurants Near DIS
DIS Living
Basics
They provide literally everything, sheets, towels, pots, pans, etc!
There are gyms in many buildings
There are gyms in many buildings
DIS School Tips
How To Navigate
DIS has multiple buildings where classes are held. These buildings are fairly spread out but also all within walking distance of each other
In between classes you have about 20 minutes which goes by fast especially if you have to go change buildings
You need your DIS id to get into just about every building and every floor - so have it in your phone ideally or with you always
There are so many stores, shops, cafes, etc near DIS
In between classes you have about 20 minutes which goes by fast especially if you have to go change buildings
You need your DIS id to get into just about every building and every floor - so have it in your phone ideally or with you always
There are so many stores, shops, cafes, etc near DIS
DIS Visa Info
Copenhagen Perk!
A great feature about living in Copenhagen through DIS is that you do not have to suffer through hassle of getting a Visa before you arrive. However, we prepared to sacrifice a weekend in the beginning to deal with your Visa through DIS. Good news is they make it super easy and everyone is the same weekend!
DIS School Trips
Good To Know
Through whatever core class you apply into you will travel with DIS to various locations. The trip is paid for entirely by DIS. You can choose week 1 or week 2. If you are there with friends make sure you choose the same week otherwise you will have two weekends when you cannot travel together. When you apply into DIS look at the syllabus of your core class and it will say where you are going and which week!
Quick Bites By DIS
Can Grab Between Classes
Joe and the Juice - on literally every corner
7-Eleven - don't sleep on these in Copenhagen
Emmerys - you get a student discount if you show your ID
Krystals sandwich - bang for your buck
7-Eleven - don't sleep on these in Copenhagen
Emmerys - you get a student discount if you show your ID
Krystals sandwich - bang for your buck
Bakeries & Study Spots Near DIS
For A Quick Fix
BUKA Bakery
Lagkagehuset
Emmery’s - you get a discount if you show your student ID
Espresso House
Democratic coffee - attached to the library
Black Diamond Library - not super close to DIS but worth the walk
Living room - great meet up for group projects
Paludan Bog&Cafe - cozy and cute, good food too
Lagkagehuset
Emmery’s - you get a discount if you show your student ID
Espresso House
Democratic coffee - attached to the library
Black Diamond Library - not super close to DIS but worth the walk
Living room - great meet up for group projects
Paludan Bog&Cafe - cozy and cute, good food too
Restaurants Near DIS
For A Longer Lunch
SEKS - best eggs ever
Roe Bar Gallery - favorite place to grind and do work with the best food and coffee
Little Petra - cute little garden cafe near kings garden
Roe Bar Gallery - favorite place to grind and do work with the best food and coffee
Little Petra - cute little garden cafe near kings garden
Workouts
Hair & Nails
Workouts
SATS
They have 20 fitness centers around Copenhagen. They offer machines, weights and tons of classes. We love the ABSolution class!
Hair & Nails
HAAND
Incredible but expensive!!! Around $85 for gel and they only take cash but will no doubt last you 3 weeks, also right by DIS
Distance From Copenhagen
Lomma Beach - 45 min train plus 15 min walk to beach
Malmö, Sweden - 39 min train
Helsingør - to see Shakespeare's Hamlet at Kronborg Castle - 45 min train
Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (a must!) - 58 min train
Frederiksborg Castle - 59 min train
You can use Omio to plan and Trainline to reserve your travel!
Malmö, Sweden - 39 min train
Helsingør - to see Shakespeare's Hamlet at Kronborg Castle - 45 min train
Louisiana Museum of Modern Art (a must!) - 58 min train
Frederiksborg Castle - 59 min train
You can use Omio to plan and Trainline to reserve your travel!
Copenhagen With Family!
Below please find a small selection of some of our favorite hotels, activities and restaurants that may be great to enjoy when family visits.
To get our full recommendation list and enjoy hotel amenities and personalized service, with no financial commitment, please contact our partner, Betsy Polatsch with Smart Flyer!
Virtuoso amenities often include:
*Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
*Daily Breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom
*$100 USD Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay
*Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
*Complimentary Wi-Fi
Please mention GTGabroad to reap the most rewards!
To get our full recommendation list and enjoy hotel amenities and personalized service, with no financial commitment, please contact our partner, Betsy Polatsch with Smart Flyer!
Virtuoso amenities often include:
*Upgrade on arrival, subject to availability
*Daily Breakfast for up to two guests per bedroom
*$100 USD Resort or Hotel credit to be utilized during stay
*Early Check-In / Late Check-Out, subject to availability
*Complimentary Wi-Fi
Please mention GTGabroad to reap the most rewards!
Lodging
Hotel D’Angleterre
An elegant hotel close to shops and sites. A Leading Hotel of the World.
Hotel Sanders
An amazing option in the four-star category. You will love the beautiful design and outstanding service.
Activity Ideas
What Betsy Recommends!
Some fun, interactive and memorable activities that are great to do with families!
* Private Bike Tour of the City
*Visit to the Tivoli Gardens
*Private Guide for a Visit to the Danish *Design Museum
*Private Canal Tour
For extensive descriptions and to book please contact Betsy at SmartFlyer.
* Private Bike Tour of the City
*Visit to the Tivoli Gardens
*Private Guide for a Visit to the Danish *Design Museum
*Private Canal Tour
For extensive descriptions and to book please contact Betsy at SmartFlyer.
Dining Musts
*Restaurant Barr - Scandinavian restaurant located on the water.
*Krogs Fiskerestaurant - Amazing seafood option in a beautiful room.
*Maven - Inside an old church, enjoy their amazing Nordic cuisine.
*Noma - Choose a food tasting to try the best Copenhagen has to offer.
*Geranium - Considered one of the Worlds's 50 Best Restaurants!
Contact SmartFlyer for all of GTGabroad approved dining in Copenhagen!
*Krogs Fiskerestaurant - Amazing seafood option in a beautiful room.
*Maven - Inside an old church, enjoy their amazing Nordic cuisine.
*Noma - Choose a food tasting to try the best Copenhagen has to offer.
*Geranium - Considered one of the Worlds's 50 Best Restaurants!
Contact SmartFlyer for all of GTGabroad approved dining in Copenhagen!
