Comments on: Copenhagen – Top 10 Insider Travel Tips

By: Emilie Watson

Emilie Watson — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 06:01:05 +0000

Beautiful, one place I must visit as it’s uniqueness is quite different than life here in the states.

By: cam

cam — Wed, 23 Sep 2009 21:02:46 +0000

Christiana may not be for the family!

But it is a very intresting Place to visit!

Go and check it out for yourself!

By: Canadian

Canadian — Mon, 27 Jul 2009 18:37:25 +0000

I disagree about Christiania, though. I know Copenhageners (Copenhagenites?) are frustrated and annoyed by this community, but it is unique in the world, and for me it remains perhaps the most fascinating part of Copenhagen. If you like to tick off the most popular tourist attractions in cities that you visit, you may agree with the article/post. But if ideas, different ways of living, challenging the beliefs you hold as part of travel tend to interest you, I wouldn’t discount this.
It remains, for me, one of the most interesting things about visiting Copenhagen. It’s worth doing some reading about it first, as it’s not an area with costumed tour guides.

By: Stefan

Stefan — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 05:27:56 +0000

I have to disagree with tip #2. Christiania has loads to offer including a great music scene (Loppen, Grå Hal, etc.) and the interesting peek into the community-based lifestyle, as well as the best falafel stands in the city. Hope they’re still there.

BTW: The government has cracked down on the drug trade (which, by the way, only centred on soft drugs…Christianites prohibit hard drugs) and the police patrols the area quite regularly—there are other parts of the city where you’re more likely to run into trouble.

Tip #8 is also a little off: Any true Copenhagener (and therefore insider) would/should be proud of our wistul Little Mermaid statue. It is neither disappointing nor strange, and despite its small stature a pleasant sight for anyone strolling along Langelinie. It’s a charming icon with a history and the many travellers snapping shots of it will attest to that. Also, Amalienborg’s gardens (Amalienhaven) are of modern design and still welcoming in nature, with perfect views of the new opera house. These sites need certainly not be relegated to first-time visits.

By: Marion

Marion — Fri, 20 Mar 2009 21:00:46 +0000

Great tips! I totally agree on #6: Copenhagen is seen best by foot. When I used to live in Copenhagen, I enjoyed long strolls along the lakes and from Østerbro to Rosenborg Slot, going through Kastellet park, Amalienborg square, Kongens Nytorv and the narrow streets of the Latin Quarter.

By: Travel-world

Travel-world — Thu, 19 Mar 2009 09:04:49 +0000

Thanks the tips and links that you shared with us..It is a big help. It will remind us the important things we should consider and bring during the trip.:)

By: Nordic Traveller

Nordic Traveller — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 19:02:04 +0000

Hi Mike,

http://kajakole.com/ ?

By: Mike

Mike — Tue, 17 Mar 2009 09:00:40 +0000

Jesper suggests a harbor cruise, and along those lines there is at least one shop on the water I know of (unfortunately can’t remember the name)that rents kayaks. If the idea of a little bit of fun exercise and experiencing things from a different perspective is appealing to you, it’s an offbeat and adventurous way to sightsee. You can paddle past the Little Mermaid and grab glimpses of Christiania (while avoiding any unpleasantries). I made my kayaking connection on my first night in Copenhagen by talking to a local in a pub, but I’m sure a quick web search will turn up opportunities as well.

By: Nordic Traveller

Nordic Traveller — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 22:48:41 +0000

Thanks for these tips. As someone who has been visiting Copenhagen many many times over the last couple of years I would like to suggest visitors consider staying in Malmo instead – you will get a much better hotel for your money.

Also a tip for cycling in Copenhagen – the locals cycle very fast in “rush hour” and I have heard of tourists getting hurt due to some agressive lane changing etc.

By: Rich

Rich — Mon, 16 Mar 2009 22:09:02 +0000

Thank you Jesper!