Travel to Copenhagen

About Copenhagen

Despite its compact size, Copenhagen is overflowing with quaint cafes, chic design boutiques and fascinating museums. Travelers in Denmark can relax in Copenhagen's Tivoli Gardens, cycle by Paleis Christiansborg and Rosenborg Castle, and explore Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek's ancient wonders. Be sure to save a few Euro by visiting on a Wednesday when most of Copenhagen's top attractions are free!

Walking Around in Copenhagen

The city center of Copenhagen offers a beautiful setting for walking and exploring all that the city has to see. It is easy to see some of the main attractions of Copenhagen while taking a short stroll through the city center. The area is fairly flat, making it ideal for walking. The best starting point for a walk around Copenhagen is the Little Mermaid statue, which is the beloved symbol of the city. Take a few photos of the statue and enjoy the harbor scenery. Leave the Little Mermaid and go for a stroll on the well-maintained pathways of Kastellet Park. Head towards St. Albans church on the edge of the park. On the grounds of the church, you will find the Gefion Fountain -which is also a wishing well.  A short stroll from the fountain is the Amalienborg Palace, which is the winter home of the Danish Royal Family. You can visit sections of the palace on a guided tour or just enjoy the beauty of the buildings from the outside. Nearby, you will find Frederick's Church and in front of the church are a few lovely restaurants. Enjoy a delicious meal and reflect on the sites of Copenhagen.

Eating in Copenhagen

The culinary scene in Copenhagen features creative new Nordic cuisines and traditional Danish food for every traveler to sample. Although the city hosts many high-end restaurants serving international cuisines from around the world, nothing beats an authentic Danish gastronomic tour. Sample the signature street food, rød pølse, Denmark's most popular red sausage served as a hot dog. Add your own twist by choosing the ingredients, sausage, and bun type for your hot dog. For fine dining, one of the most popular Danish foods is Smørrebrød, an open-face sandwich. Served by nearly all food establishments in Denmark, let alone Copenhagen, this traditional Scandinavian dish features a slice of highly nutritious rye bread topped with meat or fish, vegetables, and a tasty sauce. Denmark is surrounded by sea, and the seafood scene in any Danish city is vibrant. Do it like the locals do, and go for fiskefrikadeller (fish cakes), a regional staple featuring white fish, onion, parsley, lemon, salt, and pepper. With a side of cucumber and remoulade, a Danish sauce, this is one of Copenhagen's must-try foods. Some popular restaurants include Noma, which is creatively redefining local cuisine, Amass, which embraces sustainability and a zero-waste policy in its kitchen, and Selma, an affordable Michelin star restaurant.

Public Transport in Copenhagen

The Copenhagen public transport system features an extensive network of buses, trains, metro, and ferry lines. Bikes are also available for hire at different stands throughout the city. The Copenhagen metro system is highly efficient and runs 24 hours a day. With a departure frequency of between two to six minutes, this system serves most parts of the city center. Copenhagen Central Station is the city's train hub. There are seven train lines (A, B, C, E, F, H, and Bx) that run from this station and serve the different zones within the city. Regional trains that serve as a link between Copenhagen and other cities in Denmark also operate from the Copenhagen Central Station. Seven buses (A-buses) serve the Copenhagen city center with a frequency of between three to ten minutes, depending on whether or not it is peak travel time in the city. Public transit tickets in Copenhagen can be purchased from any train or metro stations and on the buses. The tickets have a validity period of between 24 to 72 hours. The Copenhagen card has a longer validity period. This card is designed for tourists as it comes with discounts at various local shops and restaurants. It also allows access to museums in the city, as well as a lovely canal tour.

Best Time to Visit Copenhagen

The best time to visit the city of Copenhagen is in the summer months from June through to August. The summer in Copenhagen brings warm temperatures with daily highs in the 60s and 70s. Pack a jacket to protect against the cold winds that sweep in from the Baltic sea even on the hottest days of summer. July and August are also the wettest months of the year in Copenhagen, so pack an umbrella or rain jacket. The summer months bring a number of big festivals in the city of Copenhagen, and the city can get very crowded. The Copenhagen Jazz festival takes place in July each year and attracts artists from all over the world. Foodies will enjoy the Copenhagen Cooking & Food Festival in August, where the best chefs in the city show off their talents. In the winter months, the temperatures can be bitterly cold, so remember to pack plenty of warm clothes. The Christmas season is another popular time to visit the city to see the Christmas lights and explore the famous Tivoli Christmas Market. The Copenhagen Lights Festival takes place in February and March each year with the whole city and the Tivoli Gardens filled with light displays.