Share to Facebook Share to Twitter Share to Linkedin Copenhagen is one of the best and safest destinations for solo female travel. getty There’s a laundry list of reasons why I’ll always say yes to Copenhagen. Direct flights from my home base New York City to Denmark’s capital city are plentiful and if you plan accordingly, affordable.
There’s an ever-rotating roster of things to see and do, from iconic art museums to stylish shopping. Dependable public transportation and well-organized cycling infrastructure make for easy navigation, whether you prefer to walk or be on wheels. Last but not least: the city is routinely ranked among the safest in the world, and many Danes are comfortable conversing in basic English.
All of the reasons why I adore Copenhagen also make it a smart choice for solo female travel. Ahead, I share recommendations on where to stay, play, and eat in town. Where to Stay in Copenhagen Hotel NH Collection Copenhagen's ROOF offers sweeping views of the water and city.
Hotel NH Collection Copenhagen If I’m traveling alone, I prefer hunkering down in accommodations by established brands like NH Collection Copenhagen for convenience, comfort, and safety. The central address in Christianshavn means it’s walking distance to popular attractions such as Nyhavn, The Copenhagen Opera House, and Christiansborg Palace. Borrow one of the hotel’s complimentary bicycles to scoot around like a proper Dane if you like venturing out further.
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For decades, the iconic 1962 concrete structure envisioned by architect Palle Suenson served as the imposing corporate headquarters for a shipbuilding company and bank. But following a sweeping multi-year renovation unveiled in September 2021—updates include a new seventh floor wrapped in glass, original art like Anna Bak’s Ever Mighty—Forever Transforming in public spaces, and a rooftop lounge—the storied structure has taken on new life as an inviting social hub. Hotel NH Collection Copenhagen Hotel NH Collection Copenhagen function loadConnatixScript(document) { if (!window.
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And in stark contrast to other hotels in the city, NH boasts a well-stocked gym that’s open twenty-four seven. Even if you’re not a morning person, the signature restaurant’s breakfast buffet will lure you out of bed. It’s a massive, help-yourself spread of fruits and vegetables, colds cuts and cheeses, baked goods, and made-to-order eggs with plenty of vegan and gluten-free choices, too.
After the sun sets, Roof Bar & Lounge will keep your spirits up. This popular rooftop destination (reservations are recommended) is where locally-inspired cocktails like Cereal Hill (rum, coconut milk, cornflake syrup)—whose name is inspired by the ski slope atop the waste-to-energy plant Amager Bakke—are paired with equally imaginative bites such as crispy quail legs dusted with raspberry powder. Where to Eat in Copenhagen Juju Juju Copenhagen is consistently ranked as one of the top food cities year after year with plenty of terrific restaurants, but one of my favorites is Juju in Østerbro.
Owned by Korean-Danish chef Kristian Baumann—who’s also behind the two Michelin-starred fine dining hot spot Koan —this pleasantly homey spot whips up deeply craveable Korean classics with Danish twists, from gimbap topped with fjord shrimp and trout roe to rhubarb bingsu. Juju is warm, unfussy, and quietly cool—the kind of restaurant I gratitate to these days. Torvehallerne is another must for food-minded travelers.
This charming market spanning two halls houses around 80 vendors purveying everything edible from meat to spices. The food stands here are ideal for a quality-casual lunch; Omgen & Venner grills sublime seafood, while Hallernes Smørrebrød is famed for its indulgent namesake open-faced rye sandwiches. La Banchina La Banchina Other recommendations include Kødbyens Fiskebar in the Meatpacking District for sustainable seafood; Lille Bakery for delectable cardamom buns and sausage rolls; and La Banchina for fresh pescetarian fare, natural wines, and a refreshing dip in the water (bring your swimsuit).
What to Do in Copenhagen Louisiana Museum of Modern Art Louisiana Museum of Modern Art A scenic 30-minute train ride just north of Copenhagen will reward you with an immersive experience unlike any other: Louisiana Museum of Modern Art . Opened in 1958, this revered institution lets you experience and interact with art in a waterfront setting merging Danish modernist architecture, natural landscapes, and thought-provoking art pieces. Designmuseum Danmark in Copenhagen’s historic center is also worth scoping out: the famed “chair tunnel” is a must for design buffs, as is souvenir-shopping at the gift shop.
By Malene Birger MIKE KARLSSON LUNDGREN Since I’m a big fan of Danish fashion (and not to mention, tax-free prices), shopping in Copenhagen is a dream. While there are tons of hip designers with roots here, By Malene Birger is usually my first stop. Since joining the brand in 2021 as the Creative Director, Maja Dixdotter has quickly garnered new devotees from all over the world with her tailored, but easy-to-wear pieces that can be worn solo or layered for a more put-together look.
Danish model-turned-designer Stine Goy a—who has two locations in town—started her namesake line in 2006, and is beloved for her bold use of colors and prints and use of sustainable materials. In the past few years, Cecilie Bahnsen has gained a cult following for her unabashedly feminine, yet incredibly wearable pieces that merge romanticism with strong shapes and silhouettes. Though she doesn’t have a flagship store in Copenhagen, you can shop for her pieces at Damernes Magasin , Lot #29 , and Mads Nørgaard .
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