What to do in Nørrebro, Copenhagen's coolest neighbourhood
What’s the deal with Nørrebro?
Copenhagen’s Nørrebro is an objectively cool neighbourhood. We once named it the coolest neighbourhood in the whole world, so you can trust us on this one (if you want more inspo, check out our list of the coolest neighbourhoods in the world for 2024).
And we know, you’re asking ‘What defines cool?’. Well, your first thought might be stylish, creative people, congregating in trendy wine bars and sipping on drinks that look frightfully orange. But there’s so much more to a cool neighbourhood than that, like galleries with regular, unique exhibitions. Cracking food spots. Indie clothes stores you can’t wait to browse. All over Copenhagen you’ll find brilliant bars, restaurants and things to do, it’s true, but Nørrebro just hits different every time.
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Firstly, this is the spot to find seriously good takes on traditional Danish grub (hit up Selma for a heavenly smørrebrod). But Nørrebro has wide-ranging diversity, which helps bolster a keen sense of community spirit. This, after all, is where the city’s huge Pride march took place this summer, and it’s also where any notable (peaceful) political protests tend to kick off.
Throughout the neighbourhood a diverse range of shops, bars, and restaurants sit side by side, creating a feel reminiscent of a tidier, prettier east London or maybe Neukölln. You’ll find award-winning Thai restaurants, the city’s finest shawarma and falafel and African f