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3 days · 19 stops

Copenhagen in 3 days

Three relaxed days in Copenhagen based in Indre By: arrival and the Nyhavn area, then palaces, history and smørrebrød, and finally architecture and food in Refshaleøen and Vesterbro.

Pace
Balanced
Budget
Mid-range
Season
June

Day 1 · Kopenhagen

Arrival and strolling the old town

Arrival in Copenhagen, check-in in Indre By and a relaxed afternoon between Rundetårn, Strøget and Nyhavn, followed by dinner at Torvehallerne.

  1. 11:00

    12:00

    Travel & transfer: Arrival and metro into the city

    Flughafen Kopenhagen (CPH)approx. 40 DKK pp

  2. 15 min on foot

  3. 12:15

    12:45

    Stay: Drop off luggage at Hotel Danmark

    You drop off your luggage at Hotel Danmark; the room is ready from about 15:00. Alternatively, Hotel Sankt Annæ would be an option.

    Hotel Danmark

  4. 10 min on foot

  5. 13:00

    14:00

Day 2 · Kopenhagen

Palaces, history and smørrebrød

A day between Christiansborg Palace, the National Museum and classic smørrebrød at Schønnemann, then Christianshavn with the Church of Our Saviour in the early afternoon and a walk through Christiania.

  1. 08:30

    09:30

    Breakfast: Breakfast at Atelier September

    Relaxed breakfast at the popular coffee bar with Danish avocado toast and good coffee. Alternatively: Social Pig Café.

    Café Atelier Septemberapprox. 90–140 DKK pp

  2. 20 min by public transport

  3. 09:50

    11:50

    Sightseeing: Christiansborg Palace and Tower

    Visit the state rooms of the parliament building and go up the tower, the tallest in the city, with free views over the rooftops.

    Schloss Christiansborgapprox. 0–120 DKK pp

    The tower is free, so it is usually quicker there than at the palace itself; the security check can have a queue.

  4. 12 min on foot

  5. 12:05

    13:30

    Lunch: Smørrebrød at Schønnemann

    A traditional smørrebrød restaurant since 1877 with classics such as herring and roast beef. Alternatively: Told & Snaps.

    Schønnemannapprox. 250–400 DKK pp

    Book a table in advance; the restaurant is usually full at lunchtime.

  6. 15 min on foot

  7. 13:45

    15:45

    Sightseeing: National Museum of Denmark

    From the Viking Age to modern times: the permanent exhibition on Danish history fits your interests perfectly.

    Nationalmuseum Dänemarksapprox. 0–110 DKK pp

  8. 10 min on foot

  9. 16:10

    16:50

    Café: Coffee break at Democratic Coffee

    A small coffee bar in the city library with cinnamon buns and a calm atmosphere, ideal as a break before Christianshavn.

    Democratic Coffeeapprox. 50–90 DKK pp

  10. 25 min by public transport

  11. 17:15

    18:30

    Sightseeing: Walk through Christiania

    Christiania

  12. 10 min on foot

  13. 18:45

    20:15

    Dinner: Dinner at Café Wilder

    Nordic-French cuisine in Christianshavn, cosy and down to earth. Alternatively: Restaurant Sorgenfri.

    Café Wilderapprox. 200–350 DKK pp

Day 3 · Kopenhagen

Modern architecture and food

Last day: modern architecture at the Opera House and harbour, street food on Refshaleøen and a stroll through Kødbyen, then back to the hotel and off to the airport.

  1. 08:00

    08:45

    Breakfast: Breakfast at Hotel Danmark

    Have a relaxed breakfast and then check out; you take your luggage with you so you can head straight to the airport later.

    Hotel Danmarkapprox. 0–150 DKK pp

  2. 30 min by public transport

  3. 09:15

    10:30

    Sightseeing: Opera House on the harbour

    Operaen (Kopenhagener Opernhaus)

  4. 10 min by ferry

  5. 10:45

    11:30

    Activity: Harbour bus to Refshaleøen

    Hafenbus Linie 991 Operaenapprox. 0–28 DKK pp

  6. 15 min on foot

  7. 11:45

    13:00

    Lunch: Street food lunch at Reffen

    Reffenapprox. 120–200 DKK pp

  8. 5 min on foot

  9. 13:05

    13:50

    Café: Coffee and pastry at Lille Bakery

    A small bakery on Refshaleøen for a coffee and a cinnamon pastry to finish. Alternative: a coffee at Mikkeller on the island.

    Lille Bakeryapprox. 50–90 DKK pp

  10. 40 min by public transport

  11. 14:30

    16:00

    Sightseeing: Walk through Kødbyen

    Kødbyen

  12. 5 min on foot

  13. 16:05

    16:50

    Drinks: Craft beer at Warpigs

    A last beer in Kødbyen at the brewpub by Mikkeller and 3 Floyds, with a terrace. Alternative: a bar in the Kødbyen area.

    Fermentation Brewery Bar Mikkeller Warpigsapprox. 70–120 DKK pp

  14. 10 min by public transport

  15. 17:15

    17:45

    Break: Pick up luggage at the hotel

    Pick up your luggage and take a short breather before heading to the airport.

    Hotel Danmark

  16. 25 min by train

  17. 18:10

    Travel & transfer: Journey to Kastrup Airport

    Københavns Lufthavn (CPH)approx. 0–42 DKK pp

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FAQ

How many days do you need for Copenhagen?

Two to three days are enough for the main sights. With four days you can plan trips such as to Helsingør or Malmö.

Where is the best place to stay in Copenhagen?

For a first visit the city centre (Indre By) is practical, and Vesterbro offers lots of dining and good transport links. Nørrebro is often cheaper.

Is Copenhagen expensive?

Yes, accommodation, restaurants and alcohol cost significantly more than in Germany. You can save money with bakeries, street food and free sights.

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