The Insider's Guide to Copenhagen

By: Visit Copenhagen
  • Summary

  • The Insider's Guide to Copenhagen isn't just a podcast—it's your ticket to the city's best-kept local spots and secrets. Join global newcomers and the Danish journalist Esben Bjerre who've embraced Copenhagen, as they share insider tips from an undiscovered backdrop of the city that promise to take your Danish experience to the next level. Whether you're a foodie, culture enthusiast, nature lover, or simply seeking the best spots for a memorable beer, our curated episodes cater to every interest, ensuring an unforgettable journey through this vibrant city, whether you're travelling solo, as a couple or with kids.

    Non of the places mentioned in the podcast are sponsored.

    Produced for Visit Copenhagen by Beam Audio Agency
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Episodes
  • Food from abroad, crispy wines and retro arcade gaming - with Nick Curtin
    Jan 22 2025
    When Nick Curtin moved from New York to Copenhagen 10 years ago his mission was to live in a city that allowed him and his Danish wife to combine a family life with high career ambitions. Yet it took the American chef only seven months to receive a Michelin star at his restaurant Alouette.

    Join Nick as he shows Esben some of the best that Copenhagen’s food scene has to offer in the winter! It’s going to be a challenging day for the waste line as Nick and Esben enjoys a heavenly brunch at Aurora in Carlsberg Byen, takes a walk in Søndermarken, head for a lunch at Comé Rice Kitchen in Kødbyen followed up by a glass of white Bordeaux at Bar Vitrine, gets feisty at Bip Bip Bar and finally finishes at Saji for an indonesian dinner.


    Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode: www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-food-abroad-crispy-wines-and-retro-arcade-gaming
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    23 mins
  • Deer safari, a royal hunting palace and Danish design galore - with Inan Isik
    Oct 4 2024
    Inan Isik grew up in Istanbul, but a fashion trainee programme eventually led her to Copenhagen, where she now lives and works. In this episode, Inan takes Esben just north of the city, where they go for a bike ride through Jægersborg Deer Park and the surrounding areas. Here, they visit the old royal hunting lodge, enjoy an idyllic lunch, and visit the house of Danish design great Finn Juhl.

    Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:

    www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-deer-safari-royal-hunting-palace-and-danish-design-galore

    0:52 Klampenborg Station
    1:42 Café Parforce
    2:17 Jægersborg Deer Park
    3:29 The Hermitage Hunting Lodge
    6:33 Raadvad Kro
    10:53 Ordrupgaard Art Museum and Finn Juhl’s House
    13:41 Bellevue Beach
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    17 mins
  • Architecture, Italian food and waterfronts - with Enlai Hooi
    Oct 3 2024
    Enlai Hooi, an architect from Australia, moved to Copenhagen on a one-way ticket to follow his passion for architecture in Europe. He's captivated by the city's connection to the water and the feeling of being able to truly be yourself. He's taking Esben on a tour of his favorite spots, where they visit different architecture from the modernist SAS Royal Hotel to the charming medieval streets while enjoying Copenhagen's vibrant selection of sustainable food and drinks.

    Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:

    https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-citys-best-architecture-italian-food-and-waterfronts

    1:10 SAS Royal Hotel
    1:30 Room 606 - Arne Jacobsen
    3:30 La Trinacria
    5:5 Danish Architecture Center - DAC
    9:00 Il Buco
    9:55 GoBoat Cruise
    14:00 Toll Havs Kiosk
    16:30 V'italian
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    20 mins

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