What to see and do in Østerbro
Østerbro is a more quiet and family-friendly part of Copenhagen, but still has many things to offer for any kind of visitor. An ever evolving dining scene, great shopping and a suberb collection of mouthwatering sweet treats.
Many green areas make their mark on this part of the city. In fact, Østerbro is one of the greenest neighbourhoods within the city limits. This is partly due to the park Fælledparken – Denmark’s largest public park - which is a perfect place for old and young with its playgrounds - including a bike playground for - skatepark, sports facilities, football grounds, a dog off-leash areas and not least home to Denmark's national stadium Telia Parken.
Østerbro is also close to the water, with a beach park at Svanemøllen in one end and Copenhagen's Lakes, in the other. Top this off with the beautiful Citadel, the little mermaid and the harbour area, and you got yourself a plethora of perfect walking areas and hangout spots.
Fælledparken
The Copenhagen 'Common' neighbouring the National Stadium is popular for all kinds of óutdoor activities. Fælledparken is the largest park in Copenhagen and very popular.
Den Frie Centre of Contemporary Art
Den Frie Centre of Contemporary Art is a modern art gallery in Copenhagen and one of the oldest contemporary art venues in Denmark.
The Hirschsprung Collection
The Hirschsprung Collection is an art gallery in Østerbro, Copenhagen showcasing some of the most outstanding pieces of art from the Danish Golden Age.
Svanemølle Beach
Svanemøllestranden in Østerbro is the perfect place to relax on a sunny summerday.
Children's Traffic Playground
Copenhagen is both a city designed for cyclists and one of the very best places in the world to bring up children. So it makes absolute sense that it would have a playground just for junior cyclists.
ENIGMA - Museum of Communication
ENIGMA is a museum with exhibitions concerning communication for everyone.
The Citadel
The Citadel in Copenhagen was founded by Danish King Christian 4 in 1626. You will find it on the border of inner Copenhagen and the area of Østerbro.
Telia Parken
Telia Parken is the National Stadium of Denmark, where the national football team plays its home games, and where the successful club, FC Copenhagen, has its home ground.
Sankt Kjelds Plads
Sankt Kjelds Plads (square) is designed with inspiration from natural environments like Utterslev Mose, Kongelunden and Amager Fælled. Go visit the square and take a well-earned break from the city’s hard exterior. You’ll experience true, wild nature – within walking distance from a wonderful coffee to go and other takeaway options.
The Copenhagen Lakes
The minute the sun comes out, the vast area around the lakes fills up with strolling couples, panting joggers, brunch devotees, kids feeding the ducks, and best friends sipping thermos coffee while taking in the best views of the city.