Frederiksberg is a small, exclusive oasis in the heart of Copenhagen—known for its stately avenues, elegant architecture, and green parks. The Metro makes it easy to get to Frederiksberg, no matter where you are in the city.

Take the M3 to Frederiksberg Allé, Frederiksberg, and Aksel Møllers Have—or the M1/M2 to Forum, Fasanvej, and Lindevang—and explore everything Frederiksberg has to offer. Here are 19 tips on what to eat, drink, and experience.

1. Sample street food from around the world

When you come up the stairs at the Frederiksberg metro station, you never know what awaits you in the food truck area in front of Frederiksberg Centret, because no two days are alike.

Some food trucks are perennial lunch favorites, while others are just passing through, so you can always discover new, authentic dining experiences.Take a seat at the cozy long tables and enjoy your meal and the urban atmosphere in the sunshine.

The food truck area follows the same hours as the mall.

2. Go thrift shopping every Saturday

Hop on the Metro to Frederiksberg, and it’s just a short walk to the square in front of Frederiksberg Town Hall, which serves as the setting for the Frederiksberg Flea Market.

This large flea market opens its doors to all treasure hunters every Saturday at 9 a.m. from April through October—and there are plenty of stalls with a mix of goodies to explore. 

The market is known as one of Copenhagen’s best, so there’s a good chance you’ll score a great deal.

3. Chill-out at Stella Polaris

Get off the Metro at Frederiksberg Allé and head over to Frederiksberg Garden in June, when the iconic chill-out festival Stella Polaris takes over the garden.

Grab a blanket and enjoy the unique summer atmosphere as Frederiksberg Garden transforms into a laid-back festival with great music and positive vibes.

Stella Polaris is free, so just show up and join the party.

See the program

4. Enjoy a cozy evening of knitting

If you dream of knitting your own sweater or crocheting a bag but aren’t quite sure of the technique, Tante Grøn CPH is here to help.

Take the Metro to Frederiksberg and pop around the corner to this little shop, where you can buy yarn and knitting patterns and get great advice on techniques, yarn, and patterns.

Every Wednesday evening, Tante Grøn CPH hosts “Strik Sammen,” where you can knit, crochet, or embroider together with others. Read more and keep an eye out for exciting workshops here.

5. See Søndermarken from the treetops

If you’re more into challenging yourself and feeling that rush of adrenaline, Forest København in Søndermarken is a great option. Here, you can test your skills on three different climbing courses at varying heights—the difficulty increases the higher you go.

Take the Metro to Fasanvej and look forward to climbing among the treetops and enjoying the beautiful view of Sønderparken and the animals at the Zoo across the street.

6. Satisfy your hunger at Wokshop

Wokshop is a must-visit when you’re in the mood for a delicious Thai meal. They have six restaurants throughout Copenhagen. For example, check out the cozy spot in Frederiksberg—just a short walk from the Metro station on Frederiksberg Allé.

Wokshop also offers a special menu section, Lotus Experience, featuring 11 dishes that celebrate Thai cuisine’s harmonious balance of sweet, sour, salty, umami, and spicy flavors.

7. A Swim with a Touch of History

Frederiksberg Svømmehal is one of Denmark’s oldest indoor swimming pools, where you can enjoy a swim beneath the beautiful skylight. If you take the Metro to Aksel Møllers Have, you can take a lovely stroll through the park before taking a dip.

The swimming center features standard swimming pools, a family pool with a child-friendly temperature, and a fun water slide with light and sound effects along the way down. In addition, the wellness area is the perfect place to relax, offering saunas, a steam room, massage chairs, foot baths, and a hot tub.

8. Let your creativity run wild 

If you're looking for a little more relaxation and peace in your daily life, book an appointment at Restart in Frederiksberg – near Fasanvej. 

In the creative workshop, you can relax, unwind from the stresses of everyday life, and use your creative skills to make the most beautiful things. You can paint on ceramics or glass, create your own pieces from clay, or make beautiful fabric prints on textiles.

You can book a two-hour session, during which you’ll also receive expert guidance on your little works of art.

9. Discover the world’s smallest hotel

If you take the Metro to Frederiksberg Allé, you can enjoy the unique atmosphere on Værnedamsvej and Tullinsgade until you reach your destination Central Hotel & Café – a tiny, quaint house with a tiny coffee shop and a 12-square-meter hotel on top with just one room.

The place is owned by a local restaurateur and former set designer, who personally crafted every single handmade detail, giving it a vintage feel, a cozy atmosphere, and a 1950s vibe.

10. Visit the polar bears at the zoo

Take the Metro to Frederiksberg Allé and walk through Frederiksberg Garden to Zoo, where, among other things, you can see the polar bears up close. 

The Arctic Ring reflects the natural habitats of polar bears in the Arctic wilderness: the tundra, the glaciers of the Ice Age, and the deep-blue Arctic Ocean. This allows you to observe the polar bears both on land and swimming in the water from the suspended acrylic tunnel, and to learn more about these large, impressive animals.

11. Landbohøjskolens Have

Just around the corner from the Frederiksberg Metro station, a charming little oasis awaits. In Landbohøjskolens Have you can stroll among all kinds of plants, flowers, and trees and experience a special sense of calm, even though cars are whizzing by right outside.

The garden was established in 1858 and is now part of the University of Copenhagen. Its purpose is to provide plants for educational purposes and to serve as a green oasis for everyone.

12. Snuggle up under soft blankets and do nothing

At Mellow Space near Aksel Møllers Have, you can visit SIESTA, where you’ll have two hours to do absolutely nothing—just rest and be. It sounds almost magical in itself. Just snuggle into freshly laundered sheets, close your eyes, and let go of everything else.

Mellow Space facilitates your rest time with guided meditation, visualization, sounds and scents, as well as gentle self-massage, creating a collective silence that feels pleasant and liberating. You’ll also be served hot tea and delicious snacks.

13. Enjoy Thai specialties

The love for Thailand shines through at Satang Thai Bistro, where the Thai couple, Suppi and Niran, have created an authentic little piece of Thailand right in the heart of Åboulevard.

Get off the Metro at Forum, and it’s just a short walk to the little bistro, where you can enjoy freshly prepared Thai specialties as mild or spicy as you like. Round out your meal with an exciting Thai cocktail like the Lychee Unchan.

14. Explore the underground art gallery

If you get off the Metro at Frederiksberg Allé, it’s just a pleasant walk through Frederiksberg Garden to Cisternerne – an underground art gallery where you can escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life, where time stands still, and where cell phone service doesn't reach. 

The old water reservoir is dimly lit. It is said to be the only museum in Europe where no daylight enters, and the atmosphere enchants both children and adults.

The cisterns are closed for the winter from December 1 through March.

15. Whizz down water slides

Whether you prefer lap swimming or splashing around, Flintholm Svømmehal is the right place—right by the Metro station at Lindevang.

In the family area, the air temperature is 29 degrees, and both children and adults can splash around in the family pool and get a thrill on the two water slides.

The 25-meter pool has eight lanes, the water is 27 degrees, and there’s also a fun inflatable obstacle course to try out.

16. Manon les Suites

In the heart of Frederiksberg—not far from Forum—you'll find Manon les Suites' iconic Junglefish Pool, a lush tropical oasis where you can forget all about the hustle and bustle of city life rushing by on the other side of the walls.

Here, you can simply relax, breathe deeply, and enjoy life. Laze on the soft sun loungers with a book and a cocktail or a cup of coffee, swim a few laps in the pool, and lose yourself in the calm, relaxing atmosphere.

With a Spa Day Pass, you get four hours in paradise.

17. KU.BE

In Frederiksberg, there is a cultural center unlike any other. Take the Metro to Lindevang and visit KU.BE, which, with its playful architecture, is designed to challenge the bodies of both children and adults, automatically getting their hearts racing and putting a smile on their faces.

Let loose on the cultural center’s iconic climbing wall, race against family and friends on the running track, or feel the thrill of the roller coaster.

18. See the statue of Countess Danner

Take the Metro to Forum and see one of Copenhagen’s newest landmarks. In 2024, Dannerhuset erected the four-meter-tall bronze sculpture of Countess Danner as a tribute to her social activism and the women's rights movement.

The sculpture was created by the sculptor Kirsten Justesen, a prominent figure in feminist art.

19. Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of Frederiksberg Garden

If you get off the Metro at Frederiksberg Allé, just follow the elegant avenue until you reach Frederiksberg Garden.

In the garden, you can enjoy the expansive green lawns, the tall deciduous trees, the view of the royal summer palace, the many small bridges, and the Chinese gazebo, which was built as a tea house for the royal family. In the summer, you can also take a leisurely boat ride through the canals with Svendsens Bådfart.