Copenhagen city breaks

The fairytale Danish capital is calling this winter. So, come and celebrate the season Scandi-style with our Copenhagen Christmas market city breaks. With so many Christmas markets to choose from, the festive activities are endless. Visit Santa Claus at Tivoli Gardens, then why not spend your afternoon browsing the stalls and drinking mulled wine along Nyhavn Harbour? There’s nothing quite like Copenhagen at Christmas!

Tivoli Hotel

Copenhagen City, Copenhagen

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Based on 5282 reviews

100m from the nearest bus stop
Great for families
1.1km from the Christmas market at Tivoli Gardens
2.6km from Nyhavn Market
Modern hotel

Copenhagen Admiral Hotel

Copenhagen City, Copenhagen

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Based on 6095 reviews

Central location
Historic setting
1.2km from the Christmas market at Tivoli Gardens
Parisian brasserie restaurant
650m from the Royal Theatre

Hotel Mayfair

Copenhagen City, Copenhagen

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Based on 1710 reviews

Boutique style
Vibrant Vesterbro district
700m from the Christmas market at Tivoli Gardens
Perfect for exploring
Cosy lounge bar

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Amalienborg

Copenhagen

Experience two palaces in one at Amalienborg. This 18th century royal residence offers an insight into the Danish monarchy, both at the museum and the rococo rooms of Christian VII’s Palace. Best of all...

Gefion Fountain

Copenhagen

Venture to Langelinie Park near the harbourfront to see the epic Gefion Fountain. A sculpture of Norse goddess Gefjun driving a group of animals spearheads the fountain, with steps cascading with water leading...

Language

Danish

Currency

Krone

Time difference

+1hr

Cost of a beer

£5.30 / 44 kr

48-hour travel card

£69 / 574 kr

Three course meal

£70 / 584 kr

All that glitters

Fall under the spell of the enchanting Nyhavn quarter – the city’s colourful canalside. Stroll along the Hansel and Gretel-style huts that line the water’s edge. The city adorns its streets with strings of sparkles, but one of the most impressive displays is City Hall Square’s huge Nordic spruce.

Get your skates on

When you’re done with Copenhagen’s Christmas markets, wrap up in your woollies and show off your skating skills. Frederiksberg Runddel is one of the most popular rinks and is open into the night, so you can skate under the starlit sky. The rink at Kongens Nytorv Square is a good size for whizzing along beside the Royal Theatre.

Eat, drink and be merry

There are many seasonal staples to sample – try scrumptious roast pork followed by a sugary apple dumpling. Warm yourself in a cosy pub and snuggle up by a blazing log fire with a glass of spiced gløgg. For adventurous foodies, the cuisine at illustrious restaurant Noma never fails to wow.

Stock up on stocking fillers

If shopping’s on the agenda, head to Strøget – the city’s largest shopping area, where you’ll find all your high-street favourites. The trendy Nørrebro district is home to hot young designers selling an eclectic mix of clothing, art and homeware. Pick up an on-trend Nordic jumper while you’re there.

When you’re in town

No visit would be complete without seeing the Little Mermaid. This bronze statue welcomes visitors to Copenhagen’s harbour. Enjoy a trip to Rosenborg Castle, home to royal jewels and secret treasures too. Another must-see is the Viking Ship Museum – uncover fascinating tales of conquest.

Sleigh bells ring

They aren’t quite reindeer, but get your imagination going with a horse-drawn carriage ride across the snowy forest of Dyrehaven. This is the closest children will come to a real sleigh ride. Get cosy under the blankets as you track through natural Danish beauty away from the city’s buzz.