Trip to Copenhagen, Denmark

Day 1: Check-in and Visit Nyhavn

Once you arrive in Copenhagen, you’ll check-in at your hotel and freshen up before starting your trip. After your check-in, head to Nyhavn, one of Copenhagen’s iconic tourist destinations, where you’ll find many colorful buildings, famous restaurants, and delicious delicacies. The canal at Nyhavn is bordered by colorful and iconic townhouses, making it a popular spot for taking Instagrammable shots. Nyhavn is the perfect place to start your trip to Copenhagen and get a feel for what the city is all about.

Day 2: Explore Frederiksborg Castle and Kronborg Castle

On day 2, you’ll head out to explore the famous Frederiksborg Castle and Kronborg Castle. These castles are symbols of Denmark’s rich history. Frederiksborg Castle is a stunning Renaissance castle built in the early 17th-century, set on three islets on the Slotssø Lake, and surrounded by the stunning Baroque-style gardens. Watch the changing of the guards and explore the vast halls of the palace. Kronborg Castle is another historical fortress located in Helsingør and the setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. Experience the stunning views of the Øresund Strait from the ramparts of the castle and be taken back to the days of the swashbuckling pirates and forbidding royalty of yesteryear.

Day 3: Visit Tivoli Gardens and Strøget

On day 3, you will take a trip to Tivoli Gardens, one of the oldest amusement parks in Europe. Here you’ll get to experience various rides, concerts, and performances alongside millions of sparkling lights and enchanting music. After that, walk down to Strøget, Europe’s longest pedestrian street, where you’ll get to shop and explore many cafes and restaurants.

Day 4: Take a Copenhagen Canal Tour and Visit The Little Mermaid

Take a boat tour through Copenhagen’s scenic canals, where you’ll see the impressive architecture of the city and cruise underneath its iconic bridges. Pass by attractions like the Christiansborg Palace, the Opera House, and the Black Diamond, which will give you a whole new perspective of Copenhagen. After the boat tour, take a walk to visit the famous Little Mermaid statue, located on a rock in the harbor of Langelinie. Created by Edvard Eriksen in 1913, this sculpture is modeled after Hans Christian Andersen’s fairytale of the same name.

Day 5: Explore Copenhagen’s Museums

Copenhagen is home to many top-notch museums, museums worth visiting include the National Museum of Denmark, the Statens Museum for Kunst, and the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek. These museums offer a variety of exhibitions from art pieces, collections, and artifacts. You’ll gain insight into the nation’s history, from the Vikings to the modern-day, and view a vast collection of artifacts dating back to ancient times.

Day 6: Visit Freetown Christiania and Treetop Walkways

On day 6, visit Freetown Christiania, one of the most interesting attractions in Copenhagen. It is a self-proclaimed sovereign state community located in the heart of Copenhagen, famous for its unique architecture, colorful graffiti, and handmade crafts. After this, take a trip to the newly opened treetop walkways located in the Gisselfeld Klosters Skov. This is a unique attraction in Denmark, which takes you on a canopy tour of the sprawling forest. You’ll get to walk along sky-high tree-top trails, suspended 15-20 meters above the ground.

Day 7: Visit Rosenborg Castle and Botanical Garden

On your last day in Copenhagen, take a trip to Rosenborg Castle, which served as a royal residence for several centuries. This castle features intricate architecture, old decor, and breathtaking gardens. Take a stroll in the Botanical Garden, one of the oldest in Denmark, and enjoy its vast variety of plants, flowers, and herbs. This is the perfect way to end your trip to Copenhagen.