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Shopping in Copenhagen

If you're shopping in Copenhagen, typical gifts include Royal Copenhagen porcelain, Scandinavian crystal and amber jewellery. Silver jewellery by designers such as Georg Jensen is also a good option.

Key areas: 

The main international chains and designer boutiques are located around Strøget. Intriguing second-hand and antique shops are thick on the ground in the Sankt Hans Torv area. Modern furniture aficionados should also check out stores on Bredgade and around Ravnsborggade in the district of Nørrebro.

Markets: 

Flea markets abound at Israel Plads and Gammel Strand every Saturday.

Shopping centres: 

Magasin du Nord, the largest department store in Scandinavia, is situated on Kongens Nytorv. Contemporary Danish design can be found at Illums Bolighus, Amagertorv 10, Paustian, Kalkerbrænderilobskaj 2, and Normann Copenhagen, Østerbrogade 70.

Opening hours: 

Shopping hours in Copenhagen are normally Monday to Friday 0930/1000-1730/1900 and Saturday 0900-1600/1700. Most shops are open on the first Sunday of every month, although additional Sunday business hours are becoming more common. Bakeries, florists and confectionery shops remain open most of the time. The sale of alcohol from retailers is forbidden after 2000.

Tax information: 

VAT (MOMS) of 25% is charged on most goods. Nationals of countries outside the EU and Scandinavia can claim this back at the airport; but only on individual items worth over Dkk300 which have been purchased from shops displaying Global Refund Denmark (www.globalrefund.com) or Tax Free International emblems. Items must be declared and stamped by customs authorities on departure from the EU.

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