Lié Guides / DECEMBER 2025
Copenhagen Guide - Holiday Edition
With the holidays approaching and the Christmas spirit slowly settling in, we’ve put together a small Copenhagen Holiday Guide with all of our favourite places to soak up the festive atmosphere. From cozy cafés and Christmas markets to charming shops and seasonal activities, this guide has everything you need to enjoy the magic of the city during this special time of year.
The Best Gløgg
Hviids Vinstue
A classic Copenhagen staple where the gløgg hits just right! Step inside and feel instantly wrapped in old-school holiday charm.
Kongens Nytorv 19, 1050 Copenhagen
Enghave Plads 9
Their gløgg is a winter hug in a cup! If gløgg isn’t your thing, try their Lamumba - a rich hot chocolate spiked with rum.
Enghave Plads 9, 1670 Copenhagen
Sonny
The perfect stop after a chilly stroll through the city or in Frederiksberg!
Frederiksberg Allé 12, 1820 Frederiksberg
Hotel Sanders
Their gløgg is delicious, but the lobby also steals the show - cosy, candlelit, and they have the cosiest fireplace. Truly a place that gets you in the holiday spirit!
Tordenskjoldsgade 15, 1055 Copenhagen
Torvehallerne (Noorbohandelen)
Get a cup of gløgg while browsing local treats! Perfect for festive nibbling and people-watching.
Frederiksborggade 21, 1360 Copenhagen
Holiday Shopping
Tekla
The cutest holiday window! Great for gifting or treating yourself.
Vognmagergade 7A, 1120 Copenhagen
LIÉ STUDIO Store
Placed on Vognmagergade 9 - one of the coziest streets this season - is our very own LIÉ STUDIO STORE! Decorated for Christmas, we make sure you’ll feel the holiday spirit while finding the perfect gift for your loved ones (or yourself!).
Vognmagergade 9, 1120 Copenhagen
Fil de Fer
If ornaments are your love language, this is your heaven. Vintage charm and holiday sparkle in every corner.
Store Kongensgade 83A, 1264 Copenhagen
Ara'kai
A treasure trove for small, thoughtful gifts. Their body oil is chef’s kiss for yourself or someone you love.
Gammel Mønt 21, 1117 Copenhagen
Another Nué
Chic holiday outfits and timeless pieces. A cosy boutique for curated, intentional browsing!
Krystalgade 3, 1172 Copenhagen
Studio Oliver Gustav
Moody, elegant, and beautifully curated. Perfect for unique objects!
Kastelsvej 18, 2100 Copenhagen
DORA
A lovely curated shop with a bit of everything - pillows, notebooks, flowers, lamps, and lots more!
Værnedamsvej 6, 1619 Copenhagen
DANSK
A go-to for design gifts!
Istedgade 80, 1650 Copenhagen
Markets:
Grønt Marked
Small, local, and wonderfully seasonal. It moves between Nørrebro, Vesterbro, and Frederiksberg each Sunday, so make sure to check the location beforehand! Pick up wreaths, baked goods, or fresh produce with festive flair.
Torvehallerne
Always adorable during Christmas! Grab your wreath here and don’t miss the confit de canard sandwich - plus a hot drink or a cozy meal at Omegn & Venner.
Frederiksborggade 21, 1362 Copenhagen
Christiania Christmas Market
Handmade goods, colourful stalls, and lots of soul. A quirky, warm alternative to the classic markets!
Refshalevej 2, 1436 Copenhagen
Kunstakademiets Christmas Market
Art, craft, and creativity in a historic setting in Charlottenborg. Perfect for unique gifts and cosy holiday wandering!
Nyhavn 2, 1051 Copenhagen
Activities
The Nutcracker at The Royal Theatre
Magical, classic and in the most beautiful setting in the Royal Theatre. Dress up and enjoy the perfect December evening in Copenhagen.
August Bournonvilles Passage 8, 1055 Copenhagen K
Tivoli
A holiday must when in Copenhagen! Stop by to see the beautiful Christmas decorations in Tivoli Gardens, hop on a ride, and treat yourself to a hot cocoa.
Vesterbrogade 3, 1630 Copenhagen V
Værnedamsvej
A charming little street that feels extra cosy this time of year.
Værnedamsvej, 1819 Frederiksberg
Ice skating at Kongens Nytorv
Skate under sparkling lights in the middle of the city. A dreamy winter moment (even if you cling to the rails!)
Kongens Nytorv 1, 1050 Copenhagen K
Eat:
Flindt & Ørsted (Ørstedparken)
Their homemade ‘æbleskiver’ are perfection. Pair with gløgg or a giant hot chocolate with cream piled high.
Nørre Farimagsgade 6, 1364 Copenhagen
Granola
A cosy old-school café that looks even sweeter in December. Pop in for a warm meal and holiday charm.
Værnedamsvej 5, 1819 Copenhagen
Conditori La Glace
A Christmas dream for cake lovers. The best hot chocolate in town and pastries worth queueing for.
Skoubogade 3, 1158 Copenhagen
Slurp Ramen
Warm your soul with the coziest ramen on cold winter nights. Perfect post-market or post-shopping fuel.
Nansensgade 90, 1366 Copenhagen
