The Ultimate Guide to a Copenhagen Bar Crawl

Are you planning a trip to Copenhagen and want to add a fun, exciting and vibrant nightlife experience to your itinerary? Then a Copenhagen bar crawl should be high up on your list of activities! Top bars and beer gardens, craft beers, vintage-style cinemas and exclusive clubs, the old Danish capital has it all.

In this ultimate guide to a Copenhagen bar crawl, we can help you plan the perfect night out in this attractive, quirky and vibrant city. Read on for advice on where to go and what to do for an unforgettable night out.

What is a Bar Crawl?

A bar crawl is a fun night out that involves visiting several bars or pubs in one night. It can involve as many or as few pubs as you like: whether you’re just casually visiting a few bars in one night, or a full-on pub crawl where you visit five or more bars in one evening. It’s traditionally done with friends as group but solo travelers can also enjoy it.

At each bar, you can buy drinks, sample local cocktails or even try local beers. As you’re hopping between bars, you can chat with other pub goers, chat with your friends or meet some locals – whatever takes your fancy!

What to Expect on a Copenhagen Bar Crawl?

Copenhagen is the home of vintage-style cinemas, trendy pubs and microbreweries, so there’s plenty to see and do during your bar crawl. Here’s what you can expect:

• Great cocktails: Copenhagen has its own style of cocktail-making, and you’ll find some amazing cocktails and mixed drinks throughout the city.
• Micro-breweries: In recent years, the number of microbreweries in Copenhagen has seen a dramatic increase – why not drop by the original Mikkeller bar for an ice cold beer?
• Trendy pubs: From indie pubs to cooler-than-cool beer gardens, you won’t have to look far for great places to grab a drink.
• Vintage cinemas: While bar crawling isn’t just about drinking, try spending a few hours in one of the city’s many vintage style cinemas to get away from the crowds.
• Lively atmosphere: On Friday and Saturday nights, Copenhagen really comes alive. You will experience an unbeatable atmosphere in the city’s lively bars.

Things to Consider Before You Begin

Before you begin your bar crawl, there are several things that you need to consider. Firstly, how many bars will you visit? Depending on your energy levels and financial situation, it could be two bars or eight bars – it’s up to you. Also take into consideration the time of day you’ll start your bar crawl – aim for earlier in the evening to give yourself plenty of time for each bar.

Also think about the type of journey that you’ll make during the course of your crawl. Will you be walking between each bar? Or will you use public transport? This will depend on the overall length of your journey but also keep in mind that taxis can be expensive in Copenhagen. Do your research before you leave and plan a route beforehand! If you have been drinking it’s very easy to get lost.

Finally, think about the budget that you’ll need for the bar crawl. What type of drinks will you be buying along the way? And how much money will you need to cover your night out? Make sure that you leave enough money for the taxi journey home.

great places to Stop on a Bar Crawl in Copenhagen

Copenhagen is rife with great spots for a night out. Here are some of the top places that we recommend that you visit on your bar crawl:

Nimb:

Nimb is located in Tivoli Gardens – an iconic amusement park in the heart of Copenhagen. It has one of the most impressive interiors that you’ll find in any bar in Copenhagen and offers both classic cocktails and unique speciality drinks.

Søpavillonen:

Søpavillonen is located in the heart of trendy Slusen, a buzzing area filled with bars, cafés, restaurants and live music venues. Don’t expect any cocktails here but there are some amazing beers on tap (over six hundred!) and super cheap cocktails that cost just 25 kroner (around three euros).

Ølbaren:

Ølbaren is an underground microbrewery located in Nørre Utrecht – a small area tucked away in the northern corner of Copenhagen centre. It features an amazing selection of beers (including Mikkeller) as well as regular tap takeovers and live music performances.

V:

V is an underground club located in Frederiksberg – an affluent district located just outside of Copenhagen centre. It has become known as one of the best nightclubs in the city for its amazing selection of DJs, multimedia shows and exclusive events.

Bakken:

Bakken is one of the oldest bars in Copenhagen and it’s located near Nørreport Station – the main hub for both public transport and nightlife attractions in central Copenhagen. It features one of the best selections of beer on tap in the city as well as some amazing cocktails (the new Yorker – made with rum and honey syrup – is a must-try).

Tips for Going on a Bar Crawl in Copenhagen

Going on a bar crawl can be an unforgettable experience – but it can also be a bit overwhelming if you don’t do enough preparation beforehand. Here are our top tips for taking part in a bar crawl in Copenhagen:

• Stay within your limits: Don’t overdo it when drinking – it’s best to take your time and stick within your limits! Have plenty of water throughout your journey and if necessary ask for help when it’s starting to get too late.
• Travel safely: When planning your route, make sure that you stay away from darker alleyways and darker parts of town at night. Also plan ahead when travelling between each bar – taxis can be very expensive in Copenhagen so try walking, bussing or taking public transport as much as possible.
• Look after your belongings: Popular watering holes can be magnets for pickpockets so make sure that all of your belongings are safe and secure throughout your journey.
• Explore at your own pace: Don’t feel obliged to keep up with your friends or other pub goers if they rush from one pub to another – take your time and explore each bar at your own pace.

Finally, make sure that you book fun activities to do before or after your bars. The range of activities available in Copenhagen ranges from escape rooms to walking tours – check online for more information about booking an activity for the night before or after your bar crawl!

Conclusion: A Night Out You won’t Forget

A Copenhagen bar crawl can be one of the most unforgettable experiences that you’ll have when visiting Denmark’s vibrant capital city. By following this guide, you can plan out an amazing journey through some hidden gems as well as some classic landmarks – make sure that you check out our recommendations above! To make things easier, why not book a fully organised convenience tour so that everything is taken care of for you! Check out an authentic Copenhagen Bar Crawl tour. Have fun!