10 Best Places to Buy Souvenirs in Copenhagen
Every traveller wants to take a souvenir back home to always remind them of their trip in Denmark or to give to loved ones. Whether in search for a typical refrigerator magnet for your collection or more unusual items, here are some of the places that offer something for everyone.
1. Copenhagen Souvenir & Design
Shop
From ‘I love Copenhagen’ T-shirts and mugs to music boxes and viking teddy bears, Copenhagen Souvenir & Design has it all. There are seven shops located on some of the busiest streets such as Strøget. It’s the perfect shop for those who want to buy a typically-Danish souvenir. Among the Little Mermaid ashtrays and the snow globes, visitors will definitely find a quirky knickknack. Copenhagen Souvenirs & Gifts Aps, Østergade 11, Copenhagen, +45 33 36 27 43
Souvenir | © mhobl/Flickr
2. Posterland
Shop
With two floors filled with approximately 50,000 photographs and posters of all kinds, Posterland is the perfect place for those who want to have a picture of Copenhagen decorating their wall back home. Film and music enthusiasts should spend their time on the first floor packed with posters; Those who prefer vintage, classic, or modern-art paintings should stick to the ground floor. The shop is a bit pricey, but prices depend on the kind and size of the poster.
Posterland, Gothersgade 45, Copenhagen, +45 33 11 28 21
Poster | © Sylwia Pietruszka/Flickr
3. The Freetown Christiania
Aside from cafés and restaurants Freetown Christiania has also many cute shops and stands selling a wide range of items that would be perfect for a gift. From t-shirts and key holders with Christiania’s symbol to jewelry, accessories, hats, scarves, and other knickknacks that will most likely put a smile on the recipient’s face. Moreover, Loppen’s first floor has a great collection of posters everyone should check out.Freetown Christiania, Copenhagen
Christiania Souvenirs | © Aliki Seferou
4. Lakrids By Johan Bülow
Licorice can be considered Denmark’s national favorite ingredient, and it can be found in many foods and drinks. Bring a taste of Denmark packed in a fancy jar back home from Lakrids Johan Bülow stores. The combinations are limitless: white chocolate mixed with sweet licorice and aromatic peach, licorice with coffee, and blackcurrant-infused licorice are only some of them. Lakrids stores can be found all over Copenhagen and in the airport for a last-minute gift idea.Lakrids By Johan Bülow, Kongens Nytorv 13, Copenhagen, +45 42 13 59 22Lakrids By Johan Bülow A/S Torvehallerne, Linnésgade 17, Copenhagen, +45 32 17 68 22Lakrids By Johan Bülow A/S Tivoli, Vesterbrogade 3, Copenhagen, +45 33 91 68 22
LAKRIDS by Johan Bülow at Magasin | © PROLakrids By Johan Bülow/Flickr
5. Magasin du Nord
Building, Museum, Shop, Shopping Mall, Store
6. Illum
Store
7. Karrusella
Store
Karrusella, Jorcks Passage | Courtesy of Karrusella
8. Maduro
Shop
9. Remisen Flea Market
Bazaar, Building, Market, Sports Center
10. Flying Tiger
DSCF2480 | © chinnian/Flickr
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