Copenhagen, Denmark

Your Guide
to
Copenhagen, Denmark
Your Guide to Copenhagen at RIPE 72 – May 2016
What to See
The little Mermaid
At Langelinje Pier, you will find one of Copenhagen's most famous tourist attractions
- the sculpture of The Little Mermaid. She turned 100-years-old on 23 August 2013.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/little-mermaid-gdk586951
Christiania
Christiania, the famous freetown of Copenhagen, is without a doubt one of
Denmark’s most popular tourist attractions.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/christiania-gdk957761
Nyhavn
Nyhavn is the perfect place to end a long day, especially during summer. Have
dinner at one of the cosy restaurants or do like the locals do and buy a beer from a
nearby store and rest your feet by the quayside.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/nyhavn-gdk474735
Strøget
Strøget is one of Europe's longest pedestrian streets with a wealth of shops, from
budget-friendly chains to some of the world's most expensive brands. The stretch is
1.1 km long and runs from City Hall Square (Rådhuspladsen) to Kongens Nytorv.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/stroget-shopping-street-gdk414471
Lego Shop
Find exclusive LEGO sets. The LEGO flagship stores are larger than average and
carry a wide range of products including exclusive and difficult to find sets that are
not available elsewhere.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/lego-store-gdk496953
Torvehallerne Market
It is not a supermarket – it is a Super Market. At Torvehallerne in Copenhagen, you
will find over 60 stands selling everything from fresh fish and meat to gourmet
chocolate and exotic spices, as well as small places where you can have a quick bite
to eat.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/gastronomy/torvehallerne
Tivoli
The Tivoli Gardens amusement park in Copenhagen is a must for all visitors to the
city, young and old. Tivoli is located just a few minutes walk from City Hall and, with
the Copenhagen Central Station as its nearest neighbour, it is very easy to get to.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/tivoli-gardens-gdk424504
The Royal Danish Opera House
The Copenhagen Opera House is a donation from the A.P. Møller and Chastine
McKinney Møller Foundation to the Danish people. It totals 41,000 square metres.
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Five of the fourteen stories are subterranean. The main stage of the opera seats an
audience of 1,400.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/royal-danish-opera-house-gdk422032
Copenhagen Zoo
There are elephants, hippos, lions, monkeys and polar bears! A visit to
Copenhagen's Zoo in the Frederiksberg area is always a wild and exciting
experience.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/copenhagen-zoo-gdk1077921
National Aquarium Denmark, Den Blå Planet
The Blue Planet - Denmark's Aquarium is Northern Europe's largest aquarium and
offers a unique experience for children and adults.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/national-aquarium-denmark-den-blaplanet-gdk723357
The National Museum
Denmark's National Museum in Copenhagen has exhibitions from the Stone Age, the
Viking Age, the Middle Ages, the Renaissance and Modern Danish History.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/national-museum-gdk410508
Amalienborg Palace
Amalienborg is considered one of the greatest works of Danish Rococo architecture
and was constructed in the 1700s. (It’s also where our queen lives.)
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/amalienborg-palace-gdk492887
Glyptoteket
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek is an art museum founded in 1888 by the brewer Carl
Jacobsen (1842-1914). The museum contains two main departments of ancient and
modern art, offering a unique combination of art in impressive architectural
surroundings.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/glyptoteket-gdk410562
The Round Tower
The 17th century tower and observatory Rundetaarn, or the round tower, is the
oldest functioning observatory in Europe and offers a great view over Copenhagen.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/round-tower-gdk410741
SMK - The National Gallery of Denmark
SMK (Statens Museum for Kunst) is Denmark’s largest art museum, featuring
outstanding collections of Danish and international art from the past seven centuries.
SMK is located just off of Copenhagen's Nørreport station. Here you can experience
special exhibitions, the royal collections, guided tours, performances, art talks,
concerts, workshops and much more.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/smk-national-gallery-denmarkgdk427321
Ruinerne under Christiansborg
When the present Christiansborg Palace in Copenhagen was constructed, the
National Museum took care to excavate and protect the ruins of the palace's oldest
predecessors, Bishop Absalon's Castle of 1167 and Copenhagen Castle that
replaced it.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/ruins-under-christiansborg-palacegdk423233
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Tycho Brahe Planetarium
A visit to the Tycho Brahe Planetarium is educational entertainment for the entire
family. Immerse yourself in the starry sky, watch IMAX and 3D movies or explore the
exhibition.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/tycho-brahe-planetarium-gdk410514
The Black Diamond
The Black Diamond in Copenhagen was finished in 1999 and is an extension to the
Royal Library. The building is shiny with black facets that mirror the sea and the sky
at the harbour front.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/black-diamond-gdk412214
Meatpacking District
Today, the Meatpacking District in Vesterbro is one of Copenhagen’s most popular
places to go out. The district used to be home to Copenhagen’s meat industry
businesses and consists of three separate areas, referred to as the White, Grey and
Brown "Meat City" for the dominant colour of their buildings. In recent years, it has
changed into a new creative cluster with a trendy nightlife and a broad range of high
quality restaurants.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/culture/meatpacking-district
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Food
Restaurant Puk
At restaurant Puk, you can get real Danish food; “smørrebrød” and “flæskesteg” are
a must if you want to try Danish food. You get great food and you feel like home in
this cozy atmosphere.
http://restaurantpuk.dk (Danish food)
Restaurant Fridas
This restaurant is a small but cozy restaurant in the centre of Copenhagen. They
serve traditional Danish food and, for larger groups, they are always ready to put
together a menu according to customer requirements.
http://restaurantfridas.dk/ (Danish food)
Copenhagen Street Food
This is the perfect place to go if you want to get inspired. There are 25 food trucks
serving food from all over the world. Here you can get burgers, authentic Turkish
food or even sushi. The choice is yours and if you are a small group and don’t want
the same thing, you can get whatever you want and enjoy it together anyway.
http://copenhagenstreetfood.dk/info/
Marv & Ben
The concept here is that all the courses are the size of starters and the cost is about
DKK 100 per dish. (They recommend 4-5 courses per person.)
The Michelin Guide rewarded Marv og Ben with a BIB GOURMAND as a place with
"GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY".
http://cargocollective.com/marvogben
Restaurants by Madklubben
Madklubben runs several restaurants throughout Copenhagen: there’s Bistro-deLuxe offering simple food with great flavor, Madklubben Steak 2.0 opened its doors
on 20 May 2016 with a totally renovated restaurant with great steaks, and
Madklubben Vesterbro is known for its great meat, fish and a perfect vegetarian
risotto.
Simple RAW
Here you can get great raw food, vegan or vegetarian. With the tastes that only this
place can create, you don´t need meat.
http://www.simpleraw.dk/
Meatpacking District
Today, the Meatpacking District in Vesterbro is one of Copenhagen’s most popular
places to go out. The district used to be home to Copenhagen’s meat industry
businesses and consists of three separate areas, referred to as the White, Grey and
Brown "Meat City" for the dominant colour of their buildings. In recent years, it has
changed into a new creative cluster with a trendy nightlife and a broad range of high
quality restaurants.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/culture/meatpacking-district
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Torvehallerne Market
It is not a supermarket – it is a Super Market. At Torvehallerne in Copenhagen, you
will find over 60 stands selling everything from fresh fish and meat to gourmet
chocolate and exotic spices, as well as small places where you can have a quick bite
to eat.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/gastronomy/torvehallerne
Beer and Drinks
Taphouse
Lavendelstræde 15
1462 København K
+45 8887 6543
[email protected]
http://taphouse.dk/
Fermentoren
Halmtorvet 29 C
1700 København V
Åbningstider:
Søn - Tor 15 - 00
Fre - Lør 15 - 02
The Bird and The Churchkey
Great gin and beer bar !
http://thebird.dk//
Mikkeller & Friends
Stefansgade 35
2200 København N
http://www.mikkeller.dk
BrewPub
BrewPub København is an innovative microbrewery with its own restaurant and bar,
right in the heart of Copenhagen. They are situated in a historic 17th century building
just off the main square (Rådhuspladsen). The beer garden in the brewery courtyard
provides atmospheric surroundings for a relaxing beer in the summer months.
Vestergade 29
1456 København K
Tel: +45 33 32 00 60
[email protected]
http://brewpub.dk/en/
All over Copenhagen, there are places to get a beer wine or drinks.
Here’s a link to some sites where you can find many of them:
https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurants-g189541-c32-Copenhagen_Zealand.html
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Shopping
Strøget
Strøget is one of Europe's longest pedestrian streets with a wealth of shops, from
budget-friendly chains to some of the world's most expensive brands. The stretch is
1.1 km long and runs from City Hall Square (Rådhuspladsen) to Kongens Nytorv.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/stroget-shopping-street-gdk414471
Fisketorvet – Copenhagen Mall
Kalvebod Brygge 59,
1561 København V
The shopping centre features more than 120 shops and stores offering everything
from fashion, shoes, accessories, home designs, and electronics to super markets
and fast food outlets. If you need a break after hours of shopping, there are several
cafés and restaurants to choose from. Fisketorvet also houses the cinema CinemaxX
where you can watch the biggest films on Scandinavia's largest screen.
Field's
Arne Jacobsens Allé 12,
2300 København S
Field's is Scandinavia's largest shopping and entertainment centre.
http://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/shopping
http://www.visitdenmark.com/copenhagen/design/copenhagens-top-shoppingdistricts
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Useful Info
The RIPE 72 Meeting will take place at the Tivoli Hotel & conference Center.
Copenhagen, Denmark.
Tivoli Hotel & Congress Center
Arni Magnussons Gade, 2
Copenhagen 1577
Denmark
T: + 45 4487 0000
Access: 20 min by taxi from Copenhagen International Airport (Fare: 250-300 DKK).
In the surrounding:
First aid hospital
Frederiksberg Hospital
Nordre Fasanvej 57, 2000 Frederiksberg
Phone: +45 3816 3816
24-hour pharmacy
Steno Apotek
Vesterbrogade 6C, 1620 København
Phone: +45 3314 8266
24-hour grocery store
Netto
Vestergade 39, 1456 København
Shopping mall
Fisketorvet (Copenhagen Mall)
Havneholmen 5, 1561 København
Phone: +45 3336 6400
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ATM
Across the street from the hotel
Bank with ATM
Nordea Bank
Vesterbrogade 8, 0900 København
Phone: +45 7033 3333
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