Yes! September in Copenhagen is fantastic, as the weather is still mild, and the days are still quite long. The city is also less crowded in September than during the summer months. Even though the high season is winding down, the city still has a lot to offer its visitors and we’re here to guide you through what to do in Copenhagen in September.
Do you want to add an extra dimension to your Copenhagen visit? Step into the spellbinding world that is the Museum of Illusions. Here, you can explore everything from perspective-changing rooms and illusions to mind-bending installations and images that will play tricks on your mind. If you were a fan of kaleidoscopes and optical illusions as a child, this museum is a must-visit.
Trick your mind at Frederiksberggade 24. Jump off at stop 12 – Tivoli Gardens on any of Stromma’s Hop On-Hop Off bus routes.
IKONO Copenhagen invites the entire family to explore their 12 interactive rooms, where you can let your imagination run free and unleash your inner child. IKONO combines art with the unexpected which sets the scene for an unforgettable experience. Discover Darklight Street or step into dreams and face the spirits in Cavolo’s Dreamworld.
Use your imagination at Frederiksborggade 5.
A canal tour in is also of the top things to do in Copenhagen in September. The city is intertwined by narrow canals and by taking a boat tour you’ll get to experience many of the city’s iconic attractions. On the water, you get the chance to see the city from another perspective and learn more about Copenhagen’s rich history.
On our 1-hour Classic Canal Tour you’ll pass by all the classic sights located close to the water, like the Opera and the Little Mermaid, and sail through the charming Christianshavn’s Canal and the old harbor. Choose between live-guided and audio-guided departures.
Board the Classic Canal Tour at Nyhavn 3 or Ved Stranden 26.
Stromma’s electric boat Hygge offers a more intimate canal tour as there’s only room for 12 guests. As the boat is electric it’s completely quiet and this enhances the experience and makes it very easy to talk to your Skipper and the other guests. Your Skipper will take you by a combination of the classic Copenhagen sights as well as hidden gems and you’re more than welcome to ask questions along the way. The tour is guided in English and Danish.
Hygge departs from Ved Stranden 26.
A visit to Tivoli Gardens should be on your list of things to do in Copenhagen in September – and every other month of the year! This historic amusement park is always worth a visit. Tivoli Gardens is located in the heart of Copenhagen and is a very popular attraction among tourists and locals alike. You can find thrilling rides for all ages, from cozy carousels and bumper cars to fast paced roller coasters and a drop from 63 meters.
Aside from the rides, you can also indulge in delicious food and snacks from the many restaurants and cafés in Tivoli, there’s something for everyone.
Find Tivoli Gardens at Vesterbrogade 3. Join any of Stromma’s Hop On-Hop Off bus routes to stop 12 – Tivoli Gardens.
The colorful façade of Nyhavn has become synonymous with Copenhagen, however this is not the only place in Copenhagen where you can admire the colorful houses.
Take a stroll around Nyboder, the old naval barracks, and admire the beautiful yellow houses, which yellow hue is now known as Nyboder yellow and is used throughout the city. From here, walk to the nearby cobblestoned streets of Gernersgade and then into Magstræde in the heart of the city. In Magstræde, the colorful buildings dates back to the 16th century and gives you an idea of how Copenhagen used to look.
In vibrant Christianshavn you’ll also find cool neighborhoods showcasing brightly colored facades. Find the coolest and most instagrammable house in the city on Sofiegade. This multi-colored, multi-patterned house will bring a smile to your lips and is the true definition of the quirky and lively area of Christianshavn.
Get to Christianshavn on board Stromma’s Colorful Copenhagen route, just hop off at stop 31 – Christianshavn.
No trip to Copenhagen is fulfilled without a picture of the legendary Little Mermaid! The most famous mermaid in the world has been sitting at her rock on Langelinie since 1913 and was donated to the city by Carlsberg brewer Carl Jacobsen. The inspiration to the statue is, of course, Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale of the same name.
Being a national icon of Denmark is not easy and she has lost her head – literally – twice! In 1964 she had her head sawed off for the first time and her head was never found and neither was the culprit.
In January of 1998 the police were alerted that she had lost her head again. One reporter was at the scene very shortly after and he told the police that he had gotten an anonymous tip and therefore had hurried to the scene. As it turns out, he was the one who sawed her head off just to get a good story and it’s believed that he earned around DKK 100.000 on the self-created story. He went to jail, and he also returned her head.
At the National Museum of Denmark you can travel back in time and learn all about Denmark’s heritage. Visit the many interesting exhibitions that covers Denmark from the prehistoric period and all the way up to the 2000s.
You can see some pretty cool artefacts such as the Sun Chariot, that dates back to the Early Bronze Age, and the most comprehensive collection of Danish money in the world. Of course, there’s also an exhibition about the infamous Vikings as they are a big part of the Danish history and here you can admire jewelry and weapons among other fascination findings.
Dive into Denmark’s past at Ny Vestergade 10. Or take Stromma’s Classic Copenhagen route till stop 10 – Gammel Torv.
Yes, we mean this literally, jump in the harbor! Copenhagen’s water is so clean that there are several harbor baths, and this is something you shouldn’t miss as this is a very cool experience. You’ll meet a lot of locals around the harbor baths, especially on a sunny day, but there are also brave souls that go swimming on the cooler days and even during the winter.
Find the harbor baths on the map below.
Smørrebrød is very well-known around the world and most people coming to Denmark want to try it and see what the fuss is all about. Smørrebrød is like an open-faced sandwich with a base of rye bread and the topping varies a lot and you can get it with everything from potatoes (yes, potatoes!), eggs and shrimps to cold cuts and frikadeller (Danish meatballs).
Copenhagen has a lot of options when it comes to smørrebrød. If you want delicious and high quality smørrebrød and a great view of the water, we recommend you visit Aamanns Replik. This restaurant is located on the ground floor of the Royal Danish Playhouse.
Indulge in smørrebrød at Sankt Annæ Plads 36.
As you can see, September is a great time to visit Copenhagen! Even though the weather is usually pretty nice in September, it is still Denmark and therefore we do recommend you pack clothes for changing weather, so you don’t miss anything because of a rain shower or a colder day.
There are plenty of things to do in the city, but if you're only here for a short time, remember to:
Find all the above activities on the map below and let your Copenhagen adventure begin!
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