Running from near the north-east corner of Rådhuspladsen to the two focal squares of Gammeltorv and Kongens Nytorv, Strøget and its side roads contain some of the best shopping opportunities in the whole of Europe, from big names like Prada to the best of Danish design. Silversmith Georg Jensen, glass nirvana Holmegaard and Royal Copenhagen Porcelain, among others, gather together under the Royal Shopping banner (6-10 Amagertorv, www.royalshopping.com).

But Strøget is by no means the only place to shop. Kronprinsensgade is the home of edgy Danish fashion, while Ravnsborggade is a centre for fine antiques. Cheaper wares can be found in the bohemian area of Pisserenden or in the many outlets along Langelinie. The main department stores are Magasin du Nord (Kongens Nytorv 13) and Illum (Østergade 52).

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