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City guide · Denmark

Copenhagen

Bikes, hygge, and the birthplace of New Nordic cuisine.

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Design & architecture · New Nordic food · Cycling · Harbor life

When to visit.

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A first trip4 nights

Two nights give the inner-city sights a first visit; four make room for Vesterbro, the harbour and a less hurried museum day.

Your baseVesterbro near Copenhagen Central Station

Stay near the central station for arrivals, with restaurants and galleries in Vesterbro close by.

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Two nights give the inner-city sights a first visit; four make room for Vesterbro, the harbour and a less hurried museum day.

Stay near the central station for arrivals, with restaurants and galleries in Vesterbro close by.

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What to see

Start with the sights.

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Tivoli Gardens

The 1843 pleasure garden that inspired Walt Disney himself.

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02What to seeRoyal Danish LibraryExplore →
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Royal Danish Library

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Royal Danish Library is a merger of the two previous national libraries in Denmark: the State and University Library in Aarhus and the Royal Library in Copenhagen.

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Mikkeller

The gypsy brewer's home bars: Copenhagen's temple of experimental beer.

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04What to seeAmalienborgExplore →
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Amalienborg

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Amalienborg is the official residence for the Danish royal family and is located in Copenhagen.

05What to seeThe Little MermaidExplore →
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The Little Mermaid

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"The Little Mermaid", sometimes translated in English as "The Little Sea Maid", is a literary fairy tale written by Danish author Hans Christian Andersen.

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Kødbyen (Copenhagen) is a place of companies and activities related to the meat and food industry

a monument in Denmark identified by the ID

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Copenhagen, month by month.

What to plan a trip around, month by month.

June in Copenhagen

Copenhagen in June. One of the best months to visit Copenhagen. Typical daytime highs around 68°F (20°C).

July in Copenhagen

Copenhagen in July. One of the best months to visit Copenhagen. Typical daytime highs around 68°F (20°C).

August in Copenhagen

Copenhagen in August. One of the best months to visit Copenhagen. Typical daytime highs around 70°F (21°C).

Make a trip of it

Copenhagen, at the right moment.

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Sort Sol, Ribe and the Wadden Sea

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Before you go.

Transport, fares & local advice

Getting there

CPH (main international gateway): Train from Terminal 3 to Copenhagen Central Station, about 15 minutes. Journey to the central station; allow separately for waiting and the walk to your accommodation.

Getting around

Walk within each neighbourhood, then use the metro or buses between areas. A bicycle is another option after checking local cycling rules.

Know before you go

  • Rent a bike, the city is built for it.
  • Card and phone pay everywhere; cash is rare.
  • Summer days are long; book restaurants ahead.
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Stay length is a Trailwind editorial estimate. Transfer times are approximate.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to visit Copenhagen?

The best time to visit Copenhagen is Jun–Aug, in Denmark.

Where is Copenhagen?

Copenhagen is in Denmark. The nearest major airport is Copenhagen Airport (CPH).

What is Copenhagen known for?

Bikes, hygge, and the birthplace of New Nordic cuisine.

More places to explore

Explore these places for a longer trip. Distances are straight line; check the route and travel time before planning an outing.

Copenhagen: Taken in front of the iconic neon lights over the lakes (søerne) in Copenhagen, Denmark
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Taken in front of the iconic neon lights over the lakes (søerne) in Copenhagen, Denmark