Copenhagen, Denmark
In Denmark life is an Adventure….
Enjoy the Trip.
Our last stop was Copenhagen, Denmark. To my surprise I enjoyed Denmark much more than Stockholm. Do not get me wrong. Stockholm had its beauty and it was super fun to spend time with friends. However, people in Copenhagen were friendlier and more down to earth. Everyone in Copenhagen was happy and seemed to be enjoying life. I felt less like a tourist and more like a local.
Hotel:
Marriott Copenhagen: I always try to book at local hotels or stay at hotels that are family-owned to support locals. But, this time we stayed at the Marriott because my friend was able to get a great discount and save us a lot of money. This hotel is a 5-star hotel, and it did not disappoint. Our room was exactly what we had booked and asked for, and customer service was great. It is located within an easy walk to Tivoli Gardens. If you are like me and enjoy walking and exploring, you can even walk to Nyhvn.
Restaurants:
108 Copenhagen: This place was on my list. Unfortunately, it was fully booked on the day I was hoping to go, so we only got a few drinks and sampled some of the food vendors that were clustered around the river close to the restaurant.
Restaurant Barr: The bone marrow here is one-of-a-kind. The food was exceptional and the view facing the river was also beautiful. We ate so much that we couldn't leave the restaurant for some time after. In Copenhagen, the farm to table concept seems almost standard, unlike in the United States where restaurants widely advertise it and make a big deal out of it. The menu here is seasonal.
1656 Cocktail Bar: This is a cozy little place with great drinks. It is a bit hidden and you could easily miss it. We got an Uber and asked our driver to drop us off a few blocks away so that we could walk and explore. The cocktail bar was pretty cool with amazing bartenders, but its location is not so great. It was a mistake to walk. We ran into many homeless people and young kids doing drugs. They did not bother us, but it was definitely scary … especially at night.
Curfew Cocktail Bar: Another bar with fun and tasty drinks. I asked the bartender to surprise me with his favorite cocktail. I cannot believe I was severed by the owner, such a fun and humble guy. Unfortunately at the time that I was there I did not know who he is, and how famous he is in the world of Bartenders otherwise I would have asked many questions and learn more about his passion, to share with you guys.
Food Market Torvehallerne: OMG, this place is foodies delight. Since I was super excited, we arrived 10 minutes before it even opened, and we left around 3 pm, an hour before it closed. It felt like heaven on Earth. In general, the food quality in Europe is top notch, especially in food markets. There are so many options, from pastry, coffee, and sweets, to sushi, sandwiches, and seafood.
Hija de Sanchez: This taco place is well known and it is also mentioned in the Netflix documentary, Somebody Feed Phil. The tacos are good and tasty. I have been to different parts of Mexico that boast the best tacos in the world. But, these tacos are definitely above average and if you haven't had tacos in Mexico, I would recommend trying these.
Sushi Lovers: This place has other locations, but we went to the one inside the food hall. And it was delicious. We ordered a few rolls and sashimi. If I go back to Copenhagen, I would try their sushi again.
Gasoline Grill: This is a pretty cool concept. It's an actual gas station where you can even fill your tank, but it also serves burgers and cheeseburgers. This is another place that was advertised on Somebody Feed Phil. I would say for a fast food place it’s great. But do not expect more than fast food. It is not a fancy burger; it is simply a fun and unique experience.
Joe and the Juice: They have many locations around the world, but the first one was opened in 2002 in Copenhagen. So it was fun to stop in and sample their coffee.
Nimb: A great restaurant with an outstanding atmosphere inside Tivoli Gardens. I was impressed. I never thought you could find fine dining inside an amusement park. Usually these places offer fast food and unhealthy snacks and foods. You can find cheaper food choices, but you will definitely miss out if you don't try Nimb. Even though it is expensive, it is worth it. It has a cute outside area, and if you are lucky you may get to see the peacock that wanders through the garden.
Sightseeing:
Nyhvn:This is the famous canal where all the restaurants and shops are located. You can easily spend hours strolling through this area and exploring it.
Tivoli Gardens:If you are into amusement parks, this place is fun to explore. As I mentioned earlier, it has a great restaurant inside, and also has numerous food stands and snacks. The park closes with a fun and beautiful light show at night.
Christianshavn, Freetown Christiania: This is one of the first places that will pop up when you read about Denmark. This place was first occupied by the military and after has been used by many homeless people as a shelter. Now, families live there. This town works as a community. You are only allowed to live here after the town votes to accept you. After watching numerous documentaries, I learned that you can live here for as long as you like for free, but you do not own anything. There are many controversies regarding this land and Danish law, so I will only talk about my personal experience. As soon as you enter, you will notice a sign that says no photos, and that's where they sell weed. Our hotel specifically said DO NOT BUY WEED. We did not want to get in trouble, so we did not risk it, even though many people were buying. We bought beer and enjoyed the live music that was playing and we walked around the town to explore it.
