Living Life in Copenhagen

What is it like to live in Copenhagen? Would you recommend it? What is the city like?

Living in Copenhagen can be very expensive, so if you decide to visit it is recommended that you have sufficient funds before hand, as finding a job also proves very difficult, unless you can speak Danish. The city is very small so it is easy to travel around and very quick. Copenhagen offers many events including culture events and other festivals relating to music and food.

Coming from London, I consider transport around Copenhagen to be very cheap. In addition to this, their underground system (metro) runs 24 hours 7 days which is also very convenient. Copenhagen has a culture for biking and the road system here is very well established for bikers.

During fall, it can get very cold and dark quickly so it is preferable to visit during the spring. The party life is fun but not glamorous like in other European countries. The Danes have a culture based on 'hygge' which refers to the cosiness. You will feel that in many bars, cafes and restaurant with the low ambiance and candle lights. The Danes eat very well, and most supermarkets stock mainly organic food. So the quality of what you eat will be high and it is not common to eat 'ready-cooked' meals. In addition to the food culture, Denmark has the most number of Michelin star restaurants and the world's best restaurant Noma. So if you are a foodie at heart it is definitely a city worth visiting.

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What is the student lifestyle like in Copenaghen?

When arriving to Copenhagen it can be difficult to find somewhere to live. It is therefore advisable that you already have somewhere to live before arriving. The standard of education is very high and if you are lucky to do an exchange at the prestigious Copenhagen Business School, be prepared to study intensely.

How much does it cost to live in Copenaghen?

Generally it is considered to be very expensive to live in Copenhagen. You can find yourself paying anything up to 5000 kronas (€ 670) for private rented accommodation. Grocery shopping can also seem expensive as there are no discount stores, but as you live in Copenhagen longer, you realize that there are always price promotions at every supermarket and they remain competitive. So you can manage to shop on a budget if you visit the correct supermarket.

Is it difficult to find accommodation in Copenhagen? Is there any advice you can give?

Yes it is very difficult to find accommodation. Try seeing if the host university have anything available for you. You must be very careful as Copenhagen is also known for scams. It is very easy for someone to scam you by offering you a room and after a deposit is given you never hear a response.

What is the food like? What are your favorite dishes?

The Danes eat a lot of beef and pork. In addition to this, they have many other foods such as the Danish Rye bread, which is typically eaten with cheese or as an open sandwich. The food is generally healthy compared to that of other European countries. If you like trying new foods at a high quality, Copenhagen has many Michelin star restaurants and the world's best restaurant Noma.

What places would you recommend visiting in Copenaghen?

Copenhagen is known to be a harbor city. By the harbor you can visit the famous Little Mermaid. Nyhavn is also a tourist hot spot (the colourful houses). There are a few department stores such as Illum and Magasin which have a range of things to purchase. Other tourist attractions include Tivoli. An old theme park with gardens. Only opened 3 times a year, it is great to see the decorations during Halloween, Christmas and in the summer.

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Is it good to eat out in Copenhagen? Can you tell us your favorite spots?

Copenhagen has many food markets which are great if you want to purchase fresh, raw produce to cook yourself at home. The food markets are also great if you want to go out for lunch with a friend. Generally there are many restaurants in Copenhagen and they offer very tasteful foods. It can be slightly expensive so be prepared beforehand.

Is the nightlife good in Copenhagen? Where is good to go?

The nightlife is Copenhagen is great if you have a good group of friends to go along with. Bars are generally underground and have a small dancing space. Unfortunately the clubs are not very glamorous in comparison to cities such as London. However, you can still have a good time. A recommended club is Zefside.

What advice would you give future students heading to Copenhagen?

Copenhagen is a lovely, small and cosy city. It will be a very pleasant trip on the basis that you experience the culture of a local. It is advisable to travel by bike as you can familiarize yourself with your surroundings much quicker and it is also great exercise. In addition to having a good time, you must also be prepared to study hard as the level of standard can exceed that of other countries.