Bella Center Copenhagen

Scandinavia’s largest congress and exhibition venue, linking airport and city with flexible halls, modern design and a dedicated metro stop in vibrant Ørestad.

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Bella Center Copenhagen

Bella Center Copenhagen is Scandinavia’s largest congress and exhibition venue, anchoring the modern Ørestad district between central Copenhagen and the airport. With around 65,000 square meters of adaptable halls, over 100 meeting rooms and direct metro access, it hosts everything from international congresses and trade fairs to design shows and corporate events. Attached to the striking Bella Sky hotel and surrounded by waterways, green spaces and contemporary architecture, it’s a purpose-built hub for major gatherings in the Danish capital.

A brief summary to Bella Center Copenhagen

Center Blvd. 5, Copenhagen, Amager Vest, 2300, DK
+4532528811
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Duration: 1 to 8 hours
Mid ranged
Indoor
Mobile reception: 5 out of 5

Monday 8 am-4 pm
Tuesday 8 am-4 pm
Wednesday 8 am-4 pm
Thursday 8 am-4 pm
Friday 8 am-3 pm

Local tips

Allow extra time to navigate between halls and auditoriums, especially during major congresses, as the complex is extensive and sessions may be spread across several wings.
Use the Bella Center metro station for the most reliable access; trains on line M1 run frequently and are unaffected by event-day traffic around the venue.
If you stay at the adjoining Bella Sky hotel, you can move between your room and conference areas quickly, which is useful for early keynotes or late networking events.
Take short breaks outside in the nearby canalside paths or green areas of Ørestad to reset between long sessions and busy exhibition floors.

Getting There

Metro from central Copenhagen

From central Copenhagen, take metro line M1 toward Vestamager and ride to Bella Center station, which is adjacent to the venue. The journey from central stations such as Kongens Nytorv typically takes 10–15 minutes, with trains running every few minutes most of the day. A single adult ticket within the relevant zones usually costs around 20–30 DKK, and access is step-free, making this the most convenient option during large events.
Metro from Copenhagen Airport

From Copenhagen Airport, take the metro toward Vanløse and change at Christianshavn or Kongens Nytorv to line M1 toward Vestamager, continuing one stop to Bella Center. Total travel time is about 15–20 minutes including the change, with the same standard metro ticket in the 20–30 DKK range. Trains run frequently throughout the day and evening, offering a reliable alternative to taxis when traffic is heavy.
Taxi or rideshare

A taxi from central Copenhagen to Bella Center usually takes 10–20 minutes depending on traffic and costs roughly 150–250 DKK. From Copenhagen Airport, the ride is shorter, around 7–15 minutes, with fares commonly in the 130–220 DKK range. During major congresses, approach roads can be busy around opening and closing times, so allow extra time if you have a fixed session or flight to catch.
Cycling within Copenhagen

For those comfortable on two wheels, Bella Center sits within easy cycling distance of many inner-city neighbourhoods. Depending on your starting point, rides typically take 20–30 minutes along marked cycle lanes on mostly flat terrain. Public bike-share schemes and hotel rentals are widely available, and secure bike parking is generally found near the venue entrances. This option is weather-dependent but fits well with Copenhagen’s strong cycling culture.

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Discover more about Bella Center Copenhagen

A modern meeting hub in the heart of Ørestad

Bella Center Copenhagen is a vast, purpose-built congress and exhibition complex in the fast-growing Ørestad district on Amager, strategically placed between Copenhagen Airport and the historic city centre. Conceived as a scalable venue for large-scale gatherings, it now offers roughly 65,000 square metres of event halls within a total indoor area exceeding 120,000 square metres, capable of accommodating up to 30,000 delegates under one roof. The centre forms part of a contemporary urban landscape of wide boulevards, canals and glass-fronted buildings. From the forecourt, you step into generous entrance halls with high ceilings, polished floors and clean Scandinavian lines. Natural light, clear wayfinding and spacious circulation areas give the complex an open, functional feel despite its sheer size.

From Bellahøj origins to Scandinavian powerhouse

Bella Center traces its name to Bellahøj in northern Copenhagen, where the original convention hall opened in the 1960s. As demand for larger events grew, the venue relocated in the 1970s to its current Amager site, at that time a largely undeveloped expanse of former commons. Over the following decades Ørestad was planned and built up around it, transforming the centre from an isolated facility into an anchor of a new city district. The arrival of the M1 metro line in the early 2000s, with its dedicated Bella Center station, cemented the venue’s role as an international gateway. Today, it regularly hosts world congresses, technology fairs, political summits and design and lifestyle shows, reflecting Denmark’s outward-looking, conference-friendly profile.

Flexible halls, auditoriums and breakout spaces

Inside, Bella Center is essentially a city of rooms. Vast column-free halls such as Halls A through E can be configured for exhibitions, plenary sessions, banquets or hybrid setups, with capacities ranging into the thousands. Adjustable ceilings, rigging points and extensive power and data infrastructure are built in, allowing elaborate staging, lighting and multimedia installations. Alongside the halls sit purpose-designed auditoriums seating from a few hundred up to nearly a thousand participants, plus dozens of meeting rooms that can be combined or subdivided. This modular approach lets organisers host everything from small workshops and board meetings to multi-track congresses with seamless transitions between plenary, breakout and exhibition zones.

Bella Sky hotel and urban surroundings

Adjoining the centre is the distinctive Bella Sky hotel, two angled towers that have become an architectural landmark on the Copenhagen skyline. With hundreds of rooms, additional meeting facilities, restaurants and a sky bar, it effectively extends the venue’s capacity and allows many delegates to stay on-site, moving between hotel and congress areas without stepping outdoors. Beyond the complex, Ørestad offers a contemporary cityscape of offices, residences and canals, as well as easy access to one of Scandinavia’s largest shopping centres nearby. To the south and west, protected natural areas and open green spaces provide a contrast to the indoor bustle, offering jogging routes and quiet corners for fresh air between sessions.

On-the-ground experience for delegates

For visitors, the day typically begins in a bright foyer with registration desks, cloakrooms and informal seating clusters. Wide concourses lead into exhibition halls lined with stands, demonstration areas and catering points, while overhead signage and digital screens guide the flow of people. High-capacity Wi‑Fi and integrated audiovisual systems keep presentations and hybrid sessions running smoothly. Food and drink are provided by in-house catering, ranging from quick coffee stands to larger buffet areas that can serve thousands at set times. Between sessions, there are nooks for impromptu meetings, quiet spots to catch up on email and vantage points where you can look across the halls and appreciate the scale of the operation.

Why it matters to Copenhagen’s event scene

Bella Center plays a central role in positioning Copenhagen as a leading conference destination in Northern Europe. Its combination of scale, modern infrastructure and direct public transport access allows the city to host events that might otherwise bypass a smaller capital. The venue’s design reflects Danish priorities: efficient use of space, natural light, contemporary architecture and an underlying focus on practicality. For the international traveller, it is less a traditional sightseeing stop and more a self-contained world where global industries, ideas and cultures converge—an essential backdrop to many of the city’s largest gatherings, and a window onto how Copenhagen stages events on a grand scale.

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Discover more about Bella Center Copenhagen

A modern meeting hub in the heart of Ørestad

From Bellahøj origins to Scandinavian powerhouse

Flexible halls, auditoriums and breakout spaces

Bella Sky hotel and urban surroundings

On-the-ground experience for delegates

Why it matters to Copenhagen’s event scene

Iconic landmarks you can’t miss

Havneholmen 33

Cykelslangen

Copenhagen Central Post Building

Circle Bridge

The Stable Boy's House

Copenhagen By Mie & Friends

Enghaveparken

Copenhagen Central Station

Tivoli Gardens

Frederiksholms Kanal

Museum of Copenhagen

Søren Aabye Kierkegaard by Louis Hasselriis

National Museum of Denmark

Christiania

Knippelsbro

Unmissable attractions to see

Field's

Arne Jacobsens Allé 12

Amager Fælled

DR Koncerthuset

St. Anne's Church

Islands Brygge

VisitDenmark

Islands Brygge 18

Valby Beach

Havnebadet Islands Brygge

Amager

Folkehuset Absalon

Fermentoren

Øksnehallen

Kopenhagen

Essential places to dine

Restaurant Vandvid

The Harbour

MASH Penthouse

Je t'aime

Kødbyens Fiskebar

Fleisch

Paté Paté

Bevi Bevi

Restaurant Noi

No. 2

Kadeau

Restaurant Lola

Ristorante Buono

Cofoco

Restaurant Karla

Markets, malls and hidden boutiques

Fisketorvet Copenhagen Mall

Funky Junky

Tivoli Gift Shop

C. G. Nordic clothing and gifts

Flying Tiger Copenhagen

Souvenir Gift Shop

Artikel København

Wonderful Souvenirs

Danish Souvenirs

Værnedamsvej

GAY Copenhagen Nightclub