1. Ismageriet – a cult classic among Copenhageners
The ice cream shop started in a small house on Amager, but today it serves freshly made gelato fromfive ice cream shops in Copenhagen. They follow Italian artisanal principles, offering 32 rotating flavors—including Nutella Cookies, Cream Puffs, Marzipan & Pistachio, salted caramel, sea buckthorn, and other seasonal flavors—as well as homemade ice cream cakes and desserts, making the place a sure hit with both locals and tourists.
Locations
Address: Rued Langgaards Vej 6E, 2300 Copenhagen S
Address: Flæsketorvet 45-55, 1711 Copenhagen V
Address: Søborg Hovedgade 34, 2870 Dyssegård
Address: Refshalevej 163F, 1432 Copenhagen K
Address: Damhustorvet 9, 2610 Rødovre
2. Østerberg Ice Cream – “Taste the World” in a waffle cone
Food engineer Cathrine Østerberg whips up silky-smooth ice cream using everything from jackfruit to Danish strawberries. A high fruit content, perfectly balanced sweetness, and a small, constantly changing selection make every scoop an exotic (yet well-balanced) experience. She also runs an “Ice Cream Academy” classroom in the back of the shop.
Address: Rosenvængets Allé 7C, 2100
3. Sicilian Ice Cream – Authentic Italian gelato on Danish soil
The pistachios come from Bronte and the lemons from Amalfi, before being transformed into organic gelato according to Sicilian traditions. You can choose up to three flavors per waffle—a big plus when 15 tempting options beckon from the display case.
Address: Skydebanegade 3, 1709 Copenhagen V
Address: Skjolds Plads 2, 2200 Copenhagen N
4. Alice Ice Cream & Coffee – specialty ice cream, croissants … and natural wine
The small corner shop on Amagerbro smells of freshly roasted coffee in the morning and freshly made ice cream in the evening. Alice blends a sustainable “natural wine” philosophy with ice cream: a few, uncompromising flavors and top-quality ingredients—often in whimsical combinations such as roasted corn and dark chocolate.
Since 2020, the shop has also been selling hand-selected natural wines in the shop right next door.
Address: Markmandsgade 1, 2300 Copenhagen S
5. Isoteket – organic gelato with a Nordic twist
Isotekethas been named one of Europe’s 20 best ice cream shopsbyThe Guardian.They make 100% organic gelato with intense flavors—such as licorice and raspberry or pistachio and citrus—and change their selection daily. The shop is run by passionate “ice cream chefs” who are happy to tell you about the ingredients while they scoop your ice cream.
Address: Sortedam Dossering 11, 2200 Copenhagen N
Address: Stefansgade 15, 2200 Copenhagen N
Address: Valby Langgade 64, 2500 Valby
Address: Bopa Plads, 2100 Copenhagen Ø
Address: Vesterbro Torv, 1620 Copenhagen V
6. ISTID – Molecular Ice Cream at Jægersborggade
Here, organic ingredients are whipped together and flash-frozen with liquid nitrogen, sending a cloud of white smoke rising above the counter. The ultra-fast freezing process creates an extremely creamy texture, and the flavors range from classic vanilla to miso caramel.
Address: Jægersborggade 13, 2200 Copenhagen N
Plan an ice cream weekend in Copenhagen, with a convenient base in the city
Copenhagen is full of great ice cream spots, so you can easily plan a little tasting tour over a couple of days. Go Hotels makes it easy to find affordable and convenient accommodations in Copenhagen, so you can enjoy both the classic gelato favorites and the more creative ice cream experiences without having to rush.