Valby

Copenhagen

Valby
Valby

Valby offers a wide range of things to do, including famous film locations to explore.

A holiday in Valby has a lot to offer, whether you are accompanied by the kids or not. A visit to the local “swimming stadium” means a couple of hours’ relaxation in the sauna or spa, whizzing down the water slide or splashing through the waterfall with the kids. You’ll love Valbyparken, home to the biggest nature playground in the whole of Denmark. There are also guided tours around Carlsberg, with plenty of beer tastings to round off an afternoon.

Valby is actually a suburb of Copenhagen and is only a few miles away from the city centre. Back in the 1600s, there were only a few houses and farms here, and everyone competing with each other on Amager to sell their crops in the big city.

If you’re a fan of classic Danish films, a weekend break in Valby is ideal, as it is home to locations from a number of the most well-known Danish films, including Midt om natten, Olsen Banden and Matador. To learn more about the heyday of film-making here, Nordisk Film run guided studio tour.

Valby is also known for the heights of Valby Bakke, immortalised by the Peter Sommers song of the same name. At the top of the hill is Copenhagen Zoo’s tower, rising 130 feet into the air. Not far away is the Italian-style Jesuskirken Church, something completely different from traditional Danish churches with their whitewashed interiors.

There are excellent train and road links to Valby, meaning quick, easy access either by public transport or car. Copenhagen Airport is only about 8 miles away, making access by air and bus another option for international visitors.

A visit to Valby not only means a wealth of things to do, but the bright lights of the capital within walking distance will allow you to visit many other nearby attractions, such as Amalienborg, shopping on Strøget or even dining at one of the city’s renowned Michelin-starred restaurants.


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Top hotels in Valby

CABINN Copenhagen

CABINN Copenhagen

3 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 1, Copenhagen
The price is RM308 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
RM308
RM385 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star eco-certified hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7/10 Good! (6,478 reviews)
Hotel is located in a great spot, only trouble is you can’t check in till 3pm. Didn’t have breakfast this time but was good value for money. Bathrooms are a bit small especially when you have a little one with you

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

CABINN Copenhagen
Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade

2 out of 5
Borgergade 9, Copenhagen
The price is RM371 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
RM371
RM464 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (3,513 reviews)
Tiny room with modern design in a very convenient location of the city. Question related to the "free breakfast" wasnt free because i paid for it.

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Wakeup Copenhagen Borgergade
Tivoli Hotel

Tivoli Hotel

4.5 out of 5
Arni Magnussons Gade 2, Copenhagen
The price is RM518 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM518
RM648 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (6,522 reviews)
This hotel is conveniently located, close to the train, the mall as well as the amusement park. While the breakfast was included, I felt like it could have been a little bit better.

Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025

Tivoli Hotel
Copenhagen Go Hotel

Copenhagen Go Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Gemmas Alle 203, Kastrup
The price is RM247 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
RM247
RM308 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Kastrup. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in ...
8/10 Very Good! (4,393 reviews)
all good!

Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Copenhagen Go Hotel
CABINN Metro Hotel

CABINN Metro Hotel

2 out of 5
Arne Jacobsens Allé 2, Copenhagen
The price is RM289 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
RM289
RM361 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (4,553 reviews)
Small but clean room. Pre-fab, self-contained shower/bathroom. Basic breakfast. No machine coffee, just urns of filter coffee and tea. Helpful staff, on site left luggage lockers available for a fee. Excellent location.

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

CABINN Metro Hotel
Scandic Copenhagen

Scandic Copenhagen

4 out of 5
Vester Søgade 6, Copenhagen
The price is RM515 per night from 23 Nov to 24 Nov
RM515
RM643 total
23 Nov - 24 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Copenhagen. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,153 reviews)
Very Good!!!

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Scandic Copenhagen
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Valby

City Museum

Vesterbro

4/5(78 area reviews)

Vesterbro is a destination travellers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Enghave Plads Station or Dybbølsbro Station to explore sights like Vega.

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Sydhavnen

3/5(1 area review)

You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Sydhavnen. Visitors recommend a visit to DieselHouse, and you can get around town on the metro at Sluseholmen Station.

Sydhavnen
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København SV

When in København SV and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Carlsberg Brewery Visitors Centre or Vega and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Sluseholmen Station or Ny Ellebjerg Station.

København SV
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Frederiksberg C

While you're in Frederiksberg C, take in top sights like Forum Copenhagen or Værnedamsvej, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Frederiksberg Allé Station or Forum Station.

Frederiksberg C
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Meatpacking District

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Meatpacking District. You might want to make time for a stop at Oksnehallen or DGI-Byen.

Meatpacking District
Copenhagen showing modern architecture and a sunset

København V

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

If you're spending time in København V, check out sights like Tivoli Gardens or Wallmans Circus Building and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Vesterport Station or Rådhuspladsen Station.

København V


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