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COUNTRY CODE:
Dial +45 for Denmark
FROM THE AIRPORT
Car Hire :
Take advantage of the special easyJet inflight rates. Visit the Europcar desk on arrival or call +45 3250 3090. Open from 7am-11pm seven days a week.
Train :
Trains depart every 10 minutes to the central station (København H) from Terminal 3 (Arrivals Hall). The journey costs DKK30 and takes 14 minutes. The new metro line also goes to the city centre in 14 minutes.
Taxi :
Expect to pay DKK120-DKK160 for the 25-minute journey.
Bus :
Bus 250S leaves every 10-20 minutes from Terminal 3 and stops at Town Square. It's a 35-minute journey. Tickets: DKK30 (coins only).
(36-38 Halmtorvet. Tel. 7023 2888) This authentic Chinese restaurant offers traditional Cantonese cooking, including delicious dim sum. The moreish dish is served for lunch and dinner, providing an alternative to the more traditional weekend brunch.
(20 Ny Østergade. Tel. 3314 2390) One of the more popular cafés in Copenhagen, especially on Friday night, when the place is positively buzzing with business people having a few drinks after work.
(66 Store Kongensgade. Tel. 3332 3234) Madklubben (Food Club) is an unpretentious place that offers food and wine at reasonable prices. Describing itself as a "bistro-de-luxe", it combines a homely feeling with a metropolitan décor.
(2 Kalkbrænderiløbskaj. Tel. 3918 5501) This newly appointed Michelin-starred restaurant is certainly worth a visit. Chef Bo Bech, known for his creative and experimental cooking style, is the host of the Danish version of Ramsay’s Kitchen Nightmares.
(17-19 Østergade. Tel. 3314 9518) This old-style English pub is famous for karaoke. Located on the Strøget, one of the oldest pedestrian thoroughfares in the world, Sam’s Bar is at the heart of the city's nightlife.
(10B Gothersgade. Tel. 3313 5135) A rock 'n' roll bar and lounge with a feminine touch. The front entrance is sure to capture your gaze, with a huge, pink skull-and-bones with wings looking down from above.
On the ground
Shop
Georg Jensen is a global luxury brand offering jewellery and gifts. Pick up the latest trinkets here (4 Amagertorv).
Insider Tip
You can get around Copenhagen for free—all you need is a DKK20 coin. Deposit this into the slot on the lock on a city bike, ride around to your heart's content, then get your money back on its return.
Key Area
Wander around the Latin Quarter and you'll feel like a student again—or like you should have been. Visit the many bookshops and arty cafés at the steps of the old university building.
This month
The Copenhagen Whit Carnival runs from 9-11 May. With more than 100,000 revellers expected, this exuberant street party is sure to make you dance along to the samba.
Day Tripping
Malmø
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Travelling to Sweden is very easy. It only takes 35 minutes by train to Malmø which, along with the Skåne region, was Danish until 1658. Enjoy the shopping and markets, along with excellent arts and culture.
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Established more than 500 years ago, the University of Copenhagen is one of the oldest universities in northern Europe.
