Istedgade, Copenhagen

Name: Istedgade
Address: Copenhagen, Denmark
Telephone: +45 33 31 19 70

#251 among attractions in Copenhagen

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Istedgade is a 1-kilometer straight street in the district of Vesterbro in the Danish capital, Copenhagen. It starts at Copenhagen Central Station and runs parallel to Vesterbrogade to Enghave Plads and Enghaveparken. From the station in the cheap hotel district, it runs through the porn, prostitution and drugs area to modern Vesterbro, where 1900s tenement style blocks have undergone significant modernisation. It is generally considered the heart of Vesterbro and was a main traffic artery until 2013 where the street had traffic reducing measures installed. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 55°40'12"N, 12°33'21"E

Address

Vesterbro - Kongens Enghave (Eriks)Copenhagen Denmark

Contact

+45 33 31 19 70

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Istedgade – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Værnedamsvej, Vesterbrogade, DGI-byen, Tycho Brahe Planetarium.

~1890 ftNW
Shopping, Shopping district
Værnedamsvej, Copenhagen
10 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Copenhagen, Værnedamsvej is a picturesque shopping street that exudes the charm and vibrancy of a Parisian boulevard. This bustling enclave is a treasure trove for locals and tourists alike, offering a unique blend of Danish and French culture...
~1980 ftW
Shopping, Shopping district
Vesterbrogade, Copenhagen
10 min walk • Vesterbrogade is not merely a thoroughfare in Copenhagen; it is the pulsating heart of a vibrant shopping district that beckons locals and visitors alike. Stretching through the popular Vesterbro neighborhood, this bustling street offers a diverse retail experience...
~1810 ftE
Sport venue, Sport, Convention center
DGI-byen, Copenhagen
9 min walk • In the vibrant city of Copenhagen, Denmark, lies a multifaceted sports and leisure complex known as DGI-byen. This dynamic venue, situated near the central train station, offers a plethora of activities and facilities catering to sports enthusiasts, families,...
~1740 ftN
Space-themed 3-D/IMAX movies and displays
Tycho Brahe Planetarium, Copenhagen
9 min walk • The Tycho Brahe Planetarium is located at the southern end of the lake Skt. Jørgens Sø in Copenhagen, Denmark. It was designed by MAA Knud Munk and opened on November 1, 1989. It is named after astronomer Tycho Brahe.
~920 ftNW
12th-century to modern day local history
Museum of Copenhagen, Copenhagen
5 min walk • The Museum of Copenhagen is the official museum of Copenhagen, Denmark, documenting the city's history from the 12th century to the present.
~1120 ftSE
Entertainment district, Nightlife, Dancing
Kødbyen, Copenhagen
6 min walk • Kødbyen is a district of Vesterbro in Copenhagen, Denmark. It is situated between the railway lines going into Copenhagen Central Station and Sønder Boulevard.
~1160 ftN
Theater, Art Nouveau architecture, Concerts and shows
Det Ny Teater, Copenhagen
6 min walk • Det Ny Teater is an established theatre in Copenhagen, Denmark, first opened in 1908. It is based in a building which spans a passage between Vesterbrogade and Gammel Kongevej in Copenhagen's theatre district on the border between Vesterbro and Frederiksberg.
~1580 ftW
Church, Ludvig Fenger
Sct. Matthæus Kirke, Copenhagen
8 min walk • St. Mathew's Church is the oldest and largest church in the Vesterbro district of Copenhagen, Denmark. It is located at the corner of Mathæusgade and Valdemarsgade and was completed in 1880 to design by city architect Ludvig Fenger.
~1240 ftN
Church, Gothic Revival architecture
Church of Jesus' Heart, Copenhagen
6 min walk • The Church of Jesus' Heart is a Roman Catholic church in the Vesterbro/Kongens Enghave area of Copenhagen, Denmark. It was built in 1895 and is dedicated to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
~900 ftE
Square
Halmtorvet, Copenhagen
5 min walk • Halmtorvet is a public square in the Vesterbro district of Copenhagen, Denmark. It is located next to Copenhagen Central Station in front of the Meat District.
~690 ftN
Church, Sacred and religious sites, Romanesque revival architecture
Eliaskirken, Copenhagen
4 min walk • Elijah's Church is a Church of Denmark parish church located on Vesterbros Torv in the heart of the Vesterbro district of Copenhagen, Denmark.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Istedgade?

Nearby attractions include Absalonsgade, Copenhagen (2 min walk), Gasværksvej, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Skydebanehaven, Copenhagen (3 min walk), Dannebrogsgade, Copenhagen (3 min walk).

How to get to Istedgade by public transport?

The nearest stations to Istedgade:

Bus

Gasværksvej • Lines: 23 (3 min walk)
Saxogade • Lines: 23 (5 min walk)

Metro

Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: M3, M4 (9 min walk)
Enghave Plads • Lines: M3 (11 min walk)

Light rail

Dybbølsbro • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (10 min walk)
Copenhagen Central Station • Lines: A, B, Bx, C, E, H (10 min walk)

Train

Copenhagen Central Station (11 min walk)
Havneholmen (16 min walk)

Ferry

Bryggebroen • Lines: 991, 992 (20 min walk)
Det Kongelige Bibliotek • Lines: 991, 992 (26 min walk)