Rhea Leman is a born and raised New Yorker who has lived in the heart of the old part of Copenhagen for many years.

As a director and playwright, she is a known figure in the world of theatre, and today, she is taking Esben Bjerre for a tour around her neighbourhood, which includes The Royal Danish Opera, Kastellet, The National Gallery and Østre Anlæg. 

Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode: 


www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-rhea-leman

Justine Bell is an architect originally from Cape Town, South Africa. 
Moving to Copenhagen has made her appreciate the beauty of every season, including the cold of winter.
Today she's showing Esben why every day should begin with winter bathing and sauna and end with wine and great food. In between they travel back in time and discover ancient artifacts at a museum and go digging for treasures in a record shop. 

Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode: 
www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-winter-bathing-ancient-artifacts-and-retro-coolness

Inan Isik grew up in Istanbul, but a fashion trainee programme eventually led her to Copenhagen, where she now lives and works. In this episode, Inan takes Esben just north of the city, where they go for a bike ride through Jægersborg Deer Park and the surrounding areas. Here, they visit the old royal hunting lodge, enjoy an idyllic lunch, and visit the house of Danish design great Finn Juhl.

Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:

www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-deer-safari-royal-hunting-palace-and-danish-design-galore

0:52 Klampenborg Station
1:42 Café Parforce
2:17 Jægersborg Deer Park
3:29 The Hermitage Hunting Lodge
6:33 Raadvad Kro
10:53 Ordrupgaard Art Museum and Finn Juhl’s House
13:41 Bellevue Beach

Enlai Hooi, an architect from Australia, moved to Copenhagen on a one-way ticket to follow his passion for architecture in Europe.  He's captivated by the city's connection to the water and the feeling of being able to truly be yourself. He's taking Esben on a tour of his favorite spots, where they visit different architecture from the modernist SAS Royal Hotel to the charming medieval streets while enjoying Copenhagen's vibrant selection of sustainable food and drinks.

Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:

https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-citys-best-architecture-italian-food-and-waterfronts

1:10 SAS Royal Hotel
1:30 Room 606 - Arne Jacobsen
3:30 La Trinacria
5:5 Danish Architecture Center - DAC
9:00 Il Buco
9:55 GoBoat Cruise
14:00 Toll Havs Kiosk
16:30 V'italian

Kriti Prajapati from India guides Esben along the most scenic cycling route East of Copenhagen through the expansive 2,400-hectare protected nature reserve at Kalvebod Fælled. The route culminates in the picturesque town of Dragør, a charming fishing village and one of Denmark’s most beautifully preserved towns.

Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:

www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-nature-peace-and-best-preserved-city-denmark

0:25: Naturpark Amager
1:30 Traktørstedet Amager
2:30 Naturcenter Amager
4:10 Kalvebod Fælled
7:15 Amagerminoen
7:50 Dragør
8:50 Gabriel Jensens Traktørsted
10:50 Dragør Sea Bath
12:30 Dragør Ice Cream
15:00 The Old Town of Dragør

Keri Bloomfield is a Kiwi mum and author living in Denmark. Today, she is taking Esben not only north of Copenhagen but also back in time. Just a short train ride from Copenhagen, they visit the house of iconic author Karen Blixen and the historic and Shakespearean city of Elsinore.

Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:


www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-blixen-shakespeare-and-maritime-elsinore

1:05 Rungsted Kyst Station
2:30 Karen Blixen Museum Rungstedlund
6:54 The Coast Line to Elsinore
8:20 Værftets Madmarked
10:30 Maritime Museum of Denmark
14:00 Kronborg Castle
15:07 Strandvejsristeriet
16:48 gamle vej
17:35 Sct Mariæ Kirke
20:00 Elsinore Station

Sam Weller is a British designer for HAY. His career led him to Copenhagen, where he enjoys being surrounded by timeless design. Sam takes Esben to the Design Museum Denmark, then they kayak through the canals of Copenhagen and end the day at an off-the-beaten-path wine and food bar.

Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:

https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-danish-design-wine-and-kayaking

1:03 Designmuseum Denmark
4:45 Kings Garden
5:55 Hercules Pavilion
9:00 HAY House
11:20 Kajakhotellet
15:00 Josephine 
16:30 Toto Vin & Spisebar

Aldo Pavia, a man with Chilean and Italian roots and a passion for bicycles, might have found his ideal city in Copenhagen. He's guiding Esben through Nørrebro and Nordvest to reveal the best eateries, urban spaces for cycling and hanging out, and an architectural masterpiece. 


Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:


www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-episode-6 

1:30 Flere Fugle 
5:50 Rentemestervej 
7:15 Grundtvig's Church
9:00 Bisbebjerg Cemetery 
11:20 Møntmestervej 
12:35 TEKNO 
15:15 Omnium 
17:00 Superkilen 
19:50 Arrebo 
 

Mamie Beth Cary is the director of Von Bartha, Copenhagen's first and only international gallery located in a small lighthouse. She introduces Esben to an old-school spa experience and a spectacular view of Copenhagen, which Mamie describes as a small bulldog with a big bulldog mentality.

Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:

https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-art-wellness-and-spectacular-view

1:06 Cafe Sonja
4:20 Von Bartha Gallery
8:20 Værnedamsvej 
10:45 Christianshavn boat rental & Café 
13:20 Our Saviour's Church
18:00 Sofiebadet

Drinks and Danish Smørrebrød with Harry Bell Harry Bell has been crowned Denmark's best bartender two years in a row. So, if you're looking to discover the finest places for cocktails and source the best ingredients, he's the man to consult. Plus, he's a connoisseur of the city's top smørrebrød spots. 

Follow this link to see all the places we mention in the episode:
https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-episode-1

1:00 Restaurant Dzidra
5:20 Jægersborggade
6:10 Assistens Cemetery
8:02 Restaurant JaTak
8:25 Landbohøjskolens Have/The Horticultural Garden
9:10 Torvehallerne
11:10 The lakes
12:50 Restaurant Møntergade
16:28 Byens Kro
16:40 Bobi Bar
17:00 Mint Records
18:39 Restaurant Propaganda
19:30 Bird cocktailbar 

Annie Samples, an American mom and content creator, knows the city's family-friendly spots like the back of her hand.She's taking Esben to her special retreat on Refshaleøen, where she unwinds and savours the stunning views, before heading to the town's top bakery and art scene.Follow this link to find all the places we mention in the episode:


https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-episode-2

1:15 Kafeteria - SMK's café
5:00 Østre Anlæg
5:30 The Parrot Playground - Skydebanegade
6:50 The
7:30 Refshaleøen
8:50 La Banchina
12:00 Copenhagen Contemporary
16:00 Connie Connie
17:38 Hart Bakery at Refshaleøen
19:00 Restaurant Vækst

Laura Hall, a British journalist, who has embraced the Danish way of life, shows Esben where to take the best harbour dips, enjoy great beer, and meet new people – the perfect guide for solo travellers exploring the city.

Follow this link to see all the places we mention in the episode:
https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-episode-3

1:10 Carlsberg Byen
1:23 The Elephant Gate
2:15 Home of Carlsberg
2:34 The stable at Home of Carlsberg
3:30 The celler at Home of Carlsberg
5:40 Restaurant Cadence
9:00 Bye Bye Love vintage shop
11:30 Absalon Church
14:13 Sønder Boulevard
14:43 KIHOSKH
15:40 Cykelslangen
16:16 Kalvebod Brygge bathing in the harbour
18:30 Restaurant Jah Izakaya 

Rosio Sanchez, formerly a pastry chef at the Michelin restaurant Noma, now serves as head chef at Sanchez and Hija de Sanchez, authentic Mexican eateries. Beyond her culinary expertise, she's also an adrenaline junkie, knowledgeable about a spot boasting the world's highest high ropes course here in the city.

Follow this link to see all the places we mention in the episode:
https://www.visitcopenhagen.com/copenhagen/planning/podcast-insiders-guide-copenhagen-episode-4

1:10 Restaurant Villette 
4:50 Inner Harbor Bridge
5:00 Broens Gadekøkken/Street Food
5:13 Restaurant Barr
5:20 Copenhill Ski Slope
6:00 Urban Ranger Camp
9:10 Kødbyen/Meatpacking District
9:30 Fiskebaren
10:00 V1 gallery
12:24 Restaurant Bobe
12:50 Restaurant Sanchez
14:44 Ved stranden 10