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8 Days in Copenhagen: A Danish Adventure

Lene Sauter

27 Nov 2023

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Embark on a thrilling journey through the vibrant streets of Copenhagen and immerse yourself in Danish culture, art, and culinary delights.

Trip to Copenhagen

Tours & Activities

Viator Tours

Day 1Seaside Serenity and Modern Art

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$94

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$ 15

Køge Bugt Kro

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$64

7 - 9 min

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ARKEN Museum of Modern Art

Contemporary art museum with exhibitions & a permanent collection of painting, sculptures & photos.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

34 - 41 min

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City Hall Square

Large open space outside city hall used for concerts, cultural performances & celebrations.

11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 2Royal Treasures and Fairy Tales

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$95

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$ 8

Restaurant Schønnemann

One of the best restaurants for genuine Danish smørrebrød and other Danish lunch dishes.

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$60

7 - 10 min

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Rosenborg Castle

Dutch Renaissance palace & gardens, including a museum housing the crown jewels, with guided tours.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$35

7 - 9 min

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The Little Mermaid

Iconic bronze mermaid sculpture, by Edvard Eriksen, of a character from H.C. Andersen's fairytale.

11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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Langelinie

Quayside promenade, home to the famous Little Mermaid statue, as well as shops & cafes.

12:30 PM - 1:30 PM

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Free

Day 3Whimsical Sculptures and Artistic Delights

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$96

Hønen og Ægget

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$66

4 - 6 min

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SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst

Danish national gallery, with international collections, temporary exhibitions & kids' activities.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$30

8 - 12 min

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Botanical Garden

National Museum of Natural History’s plant collection, the biggest in Denmark, spread over 10 ha.

11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

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Free

Day 4Coffee Connoisseurship and Cultural Gems

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$99

The Coffee Collective

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$66

1 - 2 min

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TorvehallerneKBH

Urban, covered marketplace featuring stalls with local produce, gourmet foods, beverages & desserts.

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

9 - 14 min

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The Round Tower

17th-century tower with an observatory, planetarium, event hall & spiral ramp instead of stairs.

10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

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$13

12 - 18 min

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Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek

Fine art museum with antique Mediterranean sculptures, plus 19th-century French & Danish works.

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

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$20

Day 5Canal Charm and Royal Residences

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$66

Nyhavn 37

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$66

1 - 2 min

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Nyhavn

9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

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Free

7 - 10 min

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Amalienborg

18th-century rococo complex of palaces, with a museum & marches/displays by royal guards.

10:30 AM - 12:30 PM

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Free

Day 6Gourmet Dining and Magical Gardens

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$104

Gemyse

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$54

2 - 3 min

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Tivoli Gardens

19th-century amusement park with antique roller coaster & live entertainment program.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$50

Day 7Craft Beer and Majestic Palaces

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$95

CUB - Copenhagen Underground Brewers

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$70

7 - 10 min

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Christiansborg Palace

Tours of the royal palace's lavish reception rooms & stables, plus 12th-century castle remains.

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

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$25

Day 8French Delights and Design Inspiration

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$93

Frenchy

7:30 AM - 8:30 AM

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$68

5 - 8 min

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Designmuseum Denmark

Museum in 18th-century rococo building tracing history of Danish & international industrial design.

9:00 AM - 11:00 AM

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$25

Budget breakdown: $763 In total

Activities & Food:$742

Transport:$22