The Black Diamond is an architectural masterpiece and anyone visiting Copenhagen needs to at least…read morestop by! Why would a library be one of the places to visit during your vacation? Well, it better not be like any other boring old library right? This library is huge, and just walking around it is a cool feeling. There's free wifi and plenty of areas to roam or sit. It's also right by the water, where I sat and enjoyed the breeze before taking the train back.

This is a must visit place when in Copenhagen! Library,…read moreCafe, Literature and amazing architectural masterpiece.

Very friendly staff in Copenhagen with a large selection of books and additional books for sale…read more Enjoyed our short stay at the location.

Having frequented quite many of Copenhagens many different libraries, I must say that this is one…read moreof the ok+ ones. The building is airy and usually not too crowded and has some decent spots for studying with interesting views of the library hall and reception. It's also fairly clean. But it's probably too crowded and noisy if you need to concentrate on something (which is usually why I would visit a library, I guess). The noise might have something to do with the "shared" location with Democratic Coffee Bar (which has awesome coffee btw). Might also have something to do with the fact that Borgerservice is also located here. Apparently, Hovedbiblioteket is the place to be! These days they seem to be working on the interiors a little, so be prepared for drilling sounds! Nothing decent ear plugs can't take care of for you, though.. A quick look at the literature collection, tells me that almost nothing is in it's right place. Communication books are under religion and so on. But the fiction, music and children's sections seem to be in order. Hovedbiblioteket also seems like a nice spot for taking the toddlers and smaller kids, seeing as a fair part of the third floor seems to be specialized for children. Oh, and the escalators and toilets are often out of order. The first thing, not so much of a problem. The second thing can be a problem.

It is the largest library in the Nordic Countries and one of the largest in the world. With 37+…read morephysical units and 2.5+ million electronic titles, the library is still expanding it's offerings. The library was founded by King Frederick III in 1848 who contributed his collection of European works at its founding. The library however was not open to the public until 1793. Today, it is open to anyone aged 18 years or older with a genuine need for its use. Referred to as the Royal Library, it is a compilation of the National Library of Denmark, the University of Denmark Library with contributions from several other libraries. Among its collections are all the printed works in Danish since the 17th century which includes works dating back to 1492. Other notable entries in the archives include an original Guttenberg Bible, Soren Kiergaard"s works and Hans Christian Anderson's manuscripts and correspondences. The older part of the Det Kongeglige Bibliotek which can be seen today was built in 1906. The central hall's architectural features were copied from Charlemagne's Palace Chapel in the Aachean Cathedral. The more modern space is called the Black Diamond because of its' glass and marble construction materials. The Black Diamond has transverse corridors, a large atrium and is 8 stories high.

This place is amazing for any person who is looking for a peaceful location to do some reading, do…read moretheir homework, listen to music, or work on any craft while keeping your volume low. Studying in København can be easy because there are so many locations, but this library is perfect if you need´to utilize multiple resources. You can search for your class's textbook and get it transferred to this library, to checking out a laptop for four hours. On the first floor of the library, you have 3 main rooms after passing the front desk, locker rooms, and restroom. In te middle main room, you have the option of sititng in square tables or sitting on nicely cushioned sofas directly up the stairs. You can also study on the main floor in the main room and using the smaller sofa chairs to lounge while you read or use the round table to set your belongings down. Following to the roóm to the right, you have the option of accessing one of the desktop computers if theyre available for usage. It can get packed very quickly so people may be using these before, so strategize your timings or just check out one of their laptops. You also have several tables to sit down and be away from the desktops section. In the room the left, it is a magazine room where they ahve a large selection of different magazines you can read from many major brand magazines. In addition, they have an especially quiet room that you can enter through this glass door. I have not entered there yet but people seem to only read in their. On the basement, you can access their large library of dvds and music cds and ´have the option of also checking them out. You can also study on the study floor where there are several connections ports to charge your phones, laptops, and other devices. In addition, during a certain time of the day a staff member may approach you to assit you on your homework if you need the help. The staff is very helpful and nice here, so use them because they are happy to help. (: If I had to complain about anything of here, then that it owuld be hard to find a connection. Visit the place to study. Its especially convenient if you go to CBS, because its right next to the main campus.

What a place, just beautiful overall. Love layout, the architecture, the arts, the furnitures,…read morejust everything is simply amazing to be admired. My favorite room is the library, just simply magnificent & magical. The bookcase from both floors, the lighting, the chandeliers...just mesmerizing. This is one of A MUST to checkout for sure. I would come back and get lost into this world and this place again.

Fun little visit to another castle. Big halls, grand stairs, kitchen, big library and other neat…read morethings to sight see. Didn't get to see the stables. Christiansborg Palace is actually pretty wild -- it's the only place in the world where the government, the prime minister, and the Supreme Court all work in the same building. And under it, there are literal castle ruins from like the 1100s that you can walk through. Plus, the Danish royal family still uses parts of it for fancy events, so it's kind of like government offices + ancient history + royalty all stacked in one spot. Funny story. There's this extremely long dining table (see pics). You're not supposed to sit there but the tour guide said a family sat there to eat lunch one time.

This library is part of the University of Copenhagen, but everyone is still allowed to use it,…read moresomething which I love about the uni libraries in Cph! I first thought of checking it out as a study spot because of its close proximity to where I live. And I quite like it! Still haven't tried the cafeteria, so this is a review of how the library fits other needs. Those "My thesis is driving me insane and I need to spend the rest of my life writing" needs. And for that, it fits just fine. The crowd is mostly students, so there is a bit of a serious mood here. Something which fits me fine, cause then I actually get stuff done, too. What I like about spending some study time here, is that you can chose between sitting in the absolute quiet of the reading room, or you can sit somewhere in between books and shelves in the actual library. I usually prefer the last option, seeing as I like some murmur around me when I work. And the murmur here is just perfect; not too loud and not too quiet. There is a fine balance here and this library manages it.

Such a cute museum and with kids you want to go to one where they can touch and run around. The…read morelady in the front was kind enough to explain each floor and areas she thought kids would ben more interested in. We were there for a little over an hour. What looks like a small museum actually ended up having a lot of little areas you can roam around w a look at how living in 1950s Copenhagen was.

A trip to Arbejdermuseet is a delight. It is one of the forgotten gems in Copenhagen. A place…read moretelling us about the most important periode in Danish history. The periode where we turned from a peasant society ruled by a dictatorially king to a democratic socialist wellfare state. I have been here for a guided tour. We heard a bit of history of the building, the living conditions for a normal working class family during the Industrialization, Christmas in the years after WW2, and much more. Our guide were a fountain of knowledge, and he were able tell the history in a very empathetic way. We didn't have time to see all the exhibitions, so I definitely have to go back to this museum on my own. I'm also planning to make a excursion with my colleagues from work. A guided tour is only 1500 DKR. Members of traditionally socialist trade unions hare free admission.

Venice has the Venetian Lagoon, Greece has the Aegean Sea, Spain has Port Vell and Denmark has…read moreNyhavn. Nyhavn is a beautiful waterfront adorned with restaurants, canal tours, and connection to the fairytale writer Hans Christian Andersen, who lived in several of its houses. The vibrant colors of the houses were spectacular. "Nyhavn is a historic 17th-century canal district in Copenhagen, Denmark, famous for its colorful 17th-century townhouses, historic ships, and vibrant atmosphere." I made it a point to pass by daily because the beauty of the waterfront was a great way to start my day. It was a joy to see the shopkeepers get their restaurants ready for business, customers lining up for the canal tours and getting a peek at the Kissing Bridge. My visit in December was special due to the Christmas spirit at Nyhavn, where the iconic harbour is lined with festive stalls selling Christmas decorations, traditional Danish Christmas treats and steaming cups of gløgg (mulled wine). There are numerous restaurants offering fine dining to casual eating, especially the famous open faced sandwich, Smorrebrod. Nyhavn is close to the Royal Opera House, Royal Danish Theater and the Broen Food Market. It is a must see in Copenhagen.

What can I say about Nyhavn that hasn't already been said? It's iconic! You can't visit Copenhagen…read morewithout seeing it. It's just as beautiful and scenic as seen in famous photographs and paintings. It survived the Great Fire that destroyed most of Copenhagen. A famous Danish fairytale writer lived in not 1, but 3 of these houses on the waterfront. That's right! There are wall plates designating the buildings that Hans Christian Andersen lived in along Nyhavn. So, why 4 stars? It's a huge tourist attraction! That means it's super crowded with many travelers taking canal and Inner Harbour cruise tours. It's lined with cafés and restaurants on both sides of the canal. All of which look amazing yet are pricier than the ones you see tucked away from all this hype. The outdoor tables at these restaurants are all taken along the canal. There's certainly lots of people watching going on here. We were told to be aware of pickpocket activities. To be honest, it's just like any other crowded tourist spot. Don't let that discourage you. There's a hot dog stand here that appears to be very popular. Just know that there are many throughout the city that are just as good and with better seating. With all that said, it was still an amazing sight to see. It's probably best to give yourself more time to browse through everything that this area has to offer. It's a fun & happening place to be. Go there in the early morning hours for a calmer experience. You'll get better picture opportunities of the brightly painted buildings with the reflections off the water.

Amazing space to work, incredible selection of books and artwork to view along with a cute cafe…read morethat makes fresh-baked pastries daily. You can look out at the park across the street while you work and enjoy a latte.