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A Walk Around Vesterbro

Start at the central station, Hovedbanegård, and see the Frihedsstøtten or “pillar of freedom” (1792). Continue down Vesterbrogade and take a left at Reventslowgade and then a right on to Istedgade till you arrive at the old red light district. Then, walk up to Halmtorvet; once a cattle market, it is now filled with cafés and restaurants. The large building directly opposite is the Øksnehallen, Ves-terbro’s biggest cultural exhibition space. Take a right on Skydebanegade, where you will see houses dating back to the 19th century. At the end of this area is a wall (1887) that protected inhabitants from shooting practice that took place in the gardens on the other side. Go through the gate in the wall, through the park, to the Bymuseet . Take a look at the city model outside and, if you wish, visit the museum. Continue along Vesterbrogade, taking a left onto Oehlenschlægersgade, where you will find an extraordinary mosaic-covered bar that was put together by the late Nigerian-born artist, Manuel Tafat. Head back to Vesterbrogade for lunch at the Trois Cochons on Værnedamsvej, or continue down Oehlenschlægersgade until you reach the trendy bars and boutiques on Istedgade. You could also stop over for lunch at Café Bang & Jensen at 130 or just enjoy a nice cup of coffee at Riccos at 119. Spend the rest of the afternoon browsing through the stylish shops.
Day Tour

Morning

Start your day by hopping onto a train at Hoved-banegården and heading to Helsingør . Visit the castle at Helsingør before lunch, and then wander around the old town. Alternatively, get off the train at Humlebæk and visit the Louisiana Museum . If at Helsingør, have an open sandwich and a beer at one of the many pubs at the town square; if in Louisiana, have lunch at the garden café.

Afternoon

After lunch, if you are in Helsingør, wander through the medieval streets,especially Strandgade and Stengade . Visit the medieval Domkirke, the Teknisk Museum and the Bymuseum , housed in a Carmelite monastery dating back to 1516. If in Louisiana, return to the station and take a train to Rungsted Kyst and drop in at the Karen Blixen Museum; try one of the homemade cakes at the café. Or get off the train at Klampenborg to see the fascinating Impressionist paintings at Ordrupgaard. If you are at Helsingør or the Karen Blixen Museum, start heading back towards Copenhagen in the early evening, stopping at Klampenborg for an evening of entertainment at the Bakken Fun Fair. You can also catch a bite to eat here. If you are at Ordrupgaard, visit the café and then walk to the fun fair; either cut through the park or use the main road. On Wednesdays, you can wander around Louisiana till 9pm.
Walking Tour

Morning

Start your day at the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek ; don’t miss the impressive Egyptian and Impressionist collections. Have an early lunch at the charming Winter Garden Café .

Afternoon

After lunch, cross HC Andersen Boulevard and visit the Dansk Design Center or head to the Nationalmuseet and take one of the hour-long tours. Then, stroll to the end of Ny Vestergade until you reach Frederiks Kanal. Cross the bridge and visit Christiansborg Slot . If you arrive by 2pm, pop into the stables, the Teatermuseet and the ruins before taking a tour of the state rooms at 3pm. Then, walk back over the bridge and turn right to Gammel Strand (note the Fishwife statue ,) for afternoon snacks at one of the restaurants and cafés. Walk down Købmagergade via Højbro Plads, right up to Rundetårn . If you are feeling energetic, hike to the top for a good view of the city. Heading back down, take a left from Strøget and keep walking until you reach Kongens Nytorv and Nyhavn – a perfect spot for a relaxing evening drink and supper at one of the quayside bars and restaurants. Instead of heading back via Strøget, take the less mainstream Lille Strandstræde. Walk to Rådhuspladsen and go across to Tivoli . Spend the evening at these lovely gardens enjoying the atmosphere.
Walking Tour

Morning

Start your day at the DenHirschsprungske Samling museum, amongst the Skagen School’s Danish Impressionist paintings. Then cross the gardens to the impressive Statens Museum for Kunst ; take an audio guide to learn about the displays.

Afternoon

For lunch, stop over at either the museum café or the Botanisk Have café, depending upon the weather. The gardens are a great place for a picnic, too. Don’t forget to visit the palm house. Heading out from the gate on Øster Voldgade, cross over to Rosenborg Slot. You can spend a few enjoyable hours here, visiting the castle, the crown jewels and strolling through the gardens. Then, leave from the Kronprinsessegade gate and pop into the Davids Samling museum for some Islamic art. Walk down Dronningens Tværgade, take a left onto Bredgade and walk right up to Marmorkirken. If you are here by 3pm, take a tour up to the tower. Right in front of the church is the Amalienborg. Take a walk through it to the pretty banks of the harbour and see the Opera House across the water. If you are up for a 20-minute walk, head toward the Little Mermaid , passing the distinctive Gefionspringvandet and Frihedsmuseet (worth a visit). To get back to town, hop on to the No 26 bus from Folke Bernadottes Allé.
Walking Tour

Morning

Start at the Knippelsbro Bridge by the Børsen . Built in 1937, the bridge takes its name from Hans Knip, the tollkeeper of the first bridge built here in the 17th century. Turn right to visit Christians Kirke on Strandgade. Then, retrace your steps and cross Torvegade, walking right up to the corner of Sankt Annæ Gade. At the corner is No 32 (built in 1622–24), said to be the oldest house in Christianshavn. Turn right and then left on to Overgaden Oven Vandet and walk along the canal. Pop inside the Royal Danish Naval Museum for a quick visit. If you are curious about Christiania , take a right down Brobergsgade, cross Prinsessegade and head to Pusher Street. If you are not going to the opera in the evening, continue along the canalside and take a right turn at Bodenhoffs Plads, then a left onto Værftsbroen. Keep walking (or take the bus 66) towards the Opera House. Hop on a Harbour bus back to Knippelsbro for lunch at Café Wilder on Wildersgade and head down Sankt Annæ Gade to visit Vor Frelsers Kirke .

Afternoon

Spend the afternoon shopping. If you are in the mood for a drink, there are cafés along the Christianshavns Kanal. Linger over supper at L’Altro on Torvegade or catch a performance at the Opera House (taking the bus 66 or the water bus from Knippelsbro).