Things to Do in Vesterbro, Copenhagen

Vesterbro is just outside Copenhagen's city center and includes districts like Sydhavnen and Enghave. It has historical significance as the site of the old Western Gate, which served as an entrance to the old city.

  • Det Ny TeaterTheater
  • WarPigsBrewpub
  • Home of CarlsbergBrewery

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Vesterbro in Copenhagen

Top things to do in Vesterbro

  • Det Ny Teater

    Det Ny Teater

    4.6 · 3.2k
    Theater

    Big-name musicals in an opulent 1000-seat main auditorium, plus bars, a cafe & a restaurant.

  • Øksnehallen

    Øksnehallen

    4.3 · 3.0k
    Art Gallery

    Massive pillared hall & party, conference, sports events & exhibitions venue with skylights.

    Mon–Thu
    9 AM – 4 PM
    Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    Closed
    Sun
    Closed
  • LopGun

    LopGun

    Flea Market
  • Dora

    Dora

    Home Goods

    A home goods store known for its unique decor, curated items, small trinkets, gifts, vintage finds, and interior items, including Notem notebooks.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 4 PM

Where to eat & drink in Vesterbro

  • WarPigs

    WarPigs

    4.4 · 12.9k
    Brewpub· kr 200–300

    Spacious, laid-back eatery for slow cooked BBQ meats, hearty sides & beers plus patio seating.

    Mon–Wed
    11 AM – 12 AM
    Thu–Fri
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    11 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    11 AM – 11 PM
  • Home of Carlsberg

    Home of Carlsberg

    4.7 · 1.9k
    Brewery

    A museum and old brewery in Copenhagen, it offers interactive exhibits on Carlsberg's history, brewing science, and cultural impact, with beer tasting and a bar area.

    Every day
    10 AM – 8 PM
  • Kødbyens Fiskebar

    Kødbyens Fiskebar

    4.3 · 4.7k
    Seafood· $$$

    This buzzy, industrial-style restaurant is set – somewhat incongruously – in a former butcher’s shop in the old meatpacking district, and was one of the pioneers in transforming the area into a leisure destination.

    Mon–Thu
    11:30 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    11:30 AM – 1 AM
    Sat
    11:30 AM – 1 AM
    Sun
    11:30 AM – 12 AM
  • Vega

    Vega

    4.5 · 4.3k
    Nightclub

    Live concert venue with 3 halls hosting gigs by national & international performers, plus a bar.

  • Byens Forlag og Bogcafé

    Byens Forlag og Bogcafé

    4.9 · 406
    Café & Bakery· kr 1–100
    Mon–Fri
    8 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 4 PM
    Sun
    10 AM – 4 PM
  • Sanchez

    Sanchez

    4.2 · 1.3k
    Mexican· $$$

    The Sanchez in question is Rosio – a former Head Pastry Chef at Noma – and she certainly knows how to put the fun in dining out with this lively neighbourhood spot.

    Mon–Thu
    5:30 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    5:30 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    5:30 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 3 PM, 5:30 PM – 11 PM
  • Folkehuset Absalon

    Folkehuset Absalon

    4.6 · 3.2k
    Restaurant· kr 1–100

    Casual restaurant with live events, offering global cuisine, breakfast & community dinners.

    Mon–Thu
    7:30 AM – 12 AM
    Fri
    7:30 AM – 2 AM
    Sat
    7:30 AM – 2 AM
    Sun
    7:30 AM – 12 AM
  • MaMeMi

    MaMeMi

    4.7 · 1.9k
    Pizza· kr 200–300

    Informal, brick-lined eatery specializing in Italian standards such as pizza & tiramisu, plus wine.

    Mon–Tue
    Closed
    Wed–Thu
    5 PM – 11 PM
    Fri
    5 PM – 12 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 12 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 11 PM
  • Bento

    Bento

    4.8 · 1.1k
    Sushi· kr 200–300

    Good Japanese place, staffed with natives. Many locals will tell you they have the best sushi in town, but they also have Teriyaki, Gyoza and Tonkatsu handy if you are not into seafood. Also doubles as Japanese cocktail bar

    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    5 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    5 PM – 9:30 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • Bloom Vesterbro

    Bloom Vesterbro

    4.8 · 891
    Restaurant· kr 300–600

    An upscale restaurant serving home-cooked food with Mediterranean vibes.

  • Frk. Barners Kælder

    Frk. Barners Kælder

    4.4 · 2.1k
    Scandinavian· kr 200–400

    Warm, cozy restaurant serving hearty Danish plates such as mushroom soup, roast beef, plaice & cod.

    Every day
    12 PM – 4 PM, 5:30 PM – 10 PM
  • OP LA restaurant

    OP LA restaurant

    4.6 · 673
    Vietnamese· kr 100–200
    Every day
    12 PM – 10 PM

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Map of Vesterbro with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Det Ny Teater
  2. 2WarPigs
  3. 3Home of Carlsberg
  4. 4Øksnehallen
  5. 5Kødbyens Fiskebar
  6. 6Vega
  7. 7Byens Forlag og Bogcafé
  8. 8Sanchez
  9. 9LopGun
  10. 10Folkehuset Absalon

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