You'll just have to get used to the fact that some of its neighborhoods are on islands and connected to the city by bridges.
Select a map of Copenhagen that shows not only the city's districts, but also its transportation patterns. If you plan to get around the capital of Denmark by bicycle, as most residents do, you can get a free bicycle map of Copenhagen from the City Center for Architecture.
There are ten city districts, some of which are located on islands and connected to the city by bridges and subway lines. The district in the center of Copenhagen is called Indre By.
There is no such thing as "dangerous neighborhoods" in Copenhagen. Christiania, a haven for informals from all corners of the world, is considered the least safe, but there is no real danger to visitors.
What neighborhood in Copenhagen should a tourist stay in? Avoid Vesterbro - it's close to the train station, so it's crowded and the food isn't very good. Copenhagen's best neighborhoods to stay in are Østerbro, Nørrebro, and the old town.
