Copenhagen

In the mood to shop ‘til you drop? Head over to the Strøget, the largest shopping area in Copenhagen.

Strøget is not just one street, but multiple streets that run from City Hall Square to Kongens Nytorv. Visitors will find high-end stores like Prada, Louis Vuitton, and Mulberry, and budget-friendly stores like H&M and Zara.

Make sure to check out the Royal Copenhagen flagship store for cute coffee mugs to take home with quintessential Danish designs!

Walk the halls like royalty at the Rosenborg Castle. This castle was built in 1606 as the summer house for Christian IV, a famous Scandinavian king.

The architecture style is that of the Dutch Renaissance, which was popular during that time. Today, visitors can spend a few hours walking the halls admiring parts of history like the king’s private writing cabin or the Venetian glass collection.

Spend an afternoon exploring Nyhavn, a waterfront area dating back to the 17th century. You’ll love seeing the brightly colored 17th and 18th-century townhomes and businesses either from the water or while you’re wandering down the walkways. You can also see some historical ships floating in the canal.

Although the current structure that you can visit today dates back to 1928, the land it sits on has been home to the Danish government and royal family for over 800 years. Today it is still used by the queen, Margrethe II, who has access to spaces like the Royal Stables and several reception areas that are used for social events.

Christiansborg Palace is open daily apart from Mondays between October to May, but you should always double-check because the palace may be closed for visitors due to the Royal family’s use of the buildings and grounds.

Sixty stalls make up Torvehallerne, a gourmet food hall, where you can find everything from fresh produce, fresh-baked bread and pastries, sushi, spices, ice cream, and so much more—the stalls include restaurants, shops, and cafes

Visitors can conveniently swing by the market in the morning to get a cup of coffee at Coffee Collective, and then pick from a variety of goodies for an excellent picnic in the late afternoon.

In two substantial structures, Torvehallerne is situated directly outside of Norreport station. From Monday through Friday, it stays open an hour later and is open daily from 10 am to 6 pm.

If you’re familiar with the story of the Little Mermaid, you’re already familiar with one of the most famous Danish fairy tales of all time. It was written by Hans Christian Anderson, who also wrote stories like the Princess and the Pea and the Emperor’s New Clothes. He was cherished as a Danish icon even while he was still alive and he received a stipend from the Danish government for being an official national treasure.

To see the Little Mermaid Statue, head to Langelinie. When you’re walking along this waterfront pier, keep an eye out for a bronze statue perched on a rock in the water. This is the mermaid statue that was first created in 1913!

Copenhagen has a great food scene with some of the best Nordic cuisine. Book a food tour to get a tasting of some of Copenhagen’s unique dishes. Try rød pølse, Copenhagen’s take on a hotdog, or one of the many Danish pastries you will find in bakeries around town.

Whether you enjoy fine cuisine, street food, craft beer pairings, or food markets, a Copenhagen food tour should certainly be on your radar!

Don’t let the name fool you! While Tivoli Gardens does have beautiful grounds to explore, it is actually an amusement park that was the inspiration for Disneyland. The Park opened in 1843 and is the third oldest amusement park in the world.

There is something for everyone at Tivoli Gardens. From nostalgic rides to thrill-seeking rides, from gardens to aquariums, and from glistening lights at night to a spooky haunted house, Tivoli Gardens has it covered.

Tivoli Gardens is right next to Central Station and is open from 11 am to 10 pm each day; however, on Friday and Saturday, they are open until midnight.

The Nationalmuseet, or the National Museum of Denmark, covers over 14,000 years of Danish history as well as some highlights and points of interest from all over the world. You can learn about archaeology and anthropology by seeing historic artifacts including authentic Viking helmets!

You can take a public or private tour of the museum and learn about any of the specific exhibitions or get a more general look at the museum.

The University of Copenhagen Botanical Garden is an absolutely awe-inspiring display of plants of all kinds from all over the world. The most impressive part of the garden that you’ll definitely want to snap a picture of is the Palm House, which is one of the 27 glasshouses that are part of the garden. It was built in 1874 and the oldest palm tree in the building is actually older than that by 50 years!

The gardens are completely free to visit and are open most days of the year so make sure you get a chance to see the unique flowers and trees and other flora that call the gardens home.