Meatpacking District

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Kødbyen is one of Copenhagen's top "going out" places, and its many restaurants, bars and galleries attract both locals and tourists.

Restaurants, bars, creative businesses, photographers, wholesale businesses, workshops and galleries are just a few of the things you will see on any trip to Kødbyen. It has recently become one of the trendiest and most popular areas in Copenhagen in which to hang out and go out on the town, and it's easy to see why – the area has it all.

Kødbyen (the Meatpacking district) used to be full of cattle, which were bought and sold here. In 1995, the Danish Agency for Culture gave the area protected status. As a result, you can now experience the district's industrial history as well as its modern lifestyle, creative culture, lifestyle and happy atmosphere.

Visit the many restaurants and bars in the area, and eat whatever you fancy. Visit the DGI-byen complex, and make the most of its various sports and bowling facilities, or see a photo exhibition at the Fotografisk Center. Make sure to check whether there are any events in the Øksnehallen building that you might enjoy. Right by Kødbyen, you will also find the famous Tivoli Gardens Amusement Park, where you can have fun all day long, and also Copenhagen's main station, Hovedbanegård.

In the summer, the Flæsketorvet Square turns into a market overflowing with fresh ingredients and a great vibe. So if you're considering a city break in Kødbyen, summer is a good time to come. The area is less than a mile south-west of Copenhagen's main station, so getting here is easy, no matter where you're travelling from.

Kødbyen mainly consists of Den Brune (the Brown) and Den Hvide (the White) Kødby (Meat City). When you see them, you'll soon discover where they got their names from – the colour of their buildings. Den Brune is the oldest area, built around 1900 due to an increased focus on public health and food hygiene, and Den Hvide was built about 30 years later.

If you want to experience something different on your weekend trip to Copenhagen, make sure to visit Kødbyen.


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Top hotels in Meatpacking District

Scandic Kødbyen
Scandic Kødbyen
4 out of 5
Skelbaekgade 3a, Copenhagen
The price is S$210 per night from 22 Dec to 23 Dec
S$210
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"It is a very convenient location close to the center of Copenhagen and just steps away from the Train station, shopping mall, grocery store, etc"

Reviewed on 20 Nov,2024

Scandic Kødbyen
Go Hotel Ansgar
Go Hotel Ansgar
3 out of 5
Colbjornsensgade 29, Copenhagen
The price is S$121 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
S$121
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
Great Location
"Central hotel, comfy beds and very clean. The staff were friendly too. Would definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 20 Nov,2024

Go Hotel Ansgar
Tivoli Hotel
Tivoli Hotel
4.5 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 2, Copenhagen
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$177 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
S$177
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (5,429 reviews)
"We liked the decor and bars near restaurants. Breakfast was varied and plentiful. Easy check in."

Reviewed on 19 Nov,2024

Tivoli Hotel
CABINN Copenhagen
CABINN Copenhagen
3 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 1, Copenhagen
The price is S$103 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
S$103
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.8/10 (5,039 reviews)
Good value hotel near to central railway station
"Decent value budget hotel within 15 minute walk of central station. Room and bathroom were a little small - fine for sleeping and washing. As this is a budget hotel room service is only every three days unless you request it. Breakfast was good value and wide range of items offered. Luggage can be ..."

Reviewed on 2 Nov,2024

CABINN Copenhagen
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
2 out of 5
Borgergade 9, Copenhagen
The price is S$139 per night from 21 Dec to 22 Dec
S$139
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,603 reviews)
Great Location
"Great location very central copenhagen"

Reviewed on 17 Nov,2024

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
3 out of 5
Ellehammersvej 18, Kastrup, Copenhagen
The price is S$201 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
S$201
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Kastrup. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (5,131 reviews)
"We were a family of 4, and stayed in a family room with 4 bunk beds, there were 2 bathrooms, and a dining table, plenty of space. The only negative was the air con, it only went down to 19 degrees, l'm not sure whether this is standard in all hotels now, but it was way too hot and stuffy when sleeping ..."

Reviewed on 17 Nov,2024

Comfort Hotel Copenhagen Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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