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9 Days in Copenhagen: A Journey Through Danish Culture and Beauty

Justin Teo

Justin Teo

13 Oct 2023

Embark on a 9-day adventure in Copenhagen, Denmark, exploring its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant parks. Discover world-class museums, enjoy delicious cuisine, and immerse yourself in the charming atmosphere of this Scandinavian gem.

Trip to Copenhagen

Day 1
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$455

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$ 71

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

14 - 17 min

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The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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SMK – Statens Museum for Kunst
Danish national gallery, with international collections, temporary exhibitions & kids' activities.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$60
14 - 17 min

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Langelinie
Quayside promenade, home to the famous Little Mermaid statue, as well as shops & cafes.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
15 - 18 min

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Det Kongelige Teater - Gamle Scene
Theater built in 1874 staging concerts & drama, home to Royal Danish Opera, Ballet & Orchestra.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$75
15 - 18 min

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Tårnet
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$160
5 - 8 min

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Garden of the Royal Library
Public garden laid out in 1920 with a shallow pool at its center & pathways, benches & hedges.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Kanal Cafeen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$160
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 2
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$356

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$ 57

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

7 - 10 min

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The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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The King's New Square
Landmark cobble-stoned square dating to 1907, containing a royal equestrian statue of Christian V.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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The Little Mermaid
Iconic bronze mermaid sculpture, by Edvard Eriksen, of a character from H.C. Andersen's fairytale.
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Fælledparken
Expansive city park with playground, water sports area, soccer pitches & a huge skate area.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Friheden
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$156
12 - 15 min

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Superkilen park
Contemporary urban space with a jogging track, a playground, a basketball court & a skateboard ramp.
2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
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Free
1 - 2 min

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TorvehallerneKBH
Urban, covered marketplace featuring stalls with local produce, gourmet foods, beverages & desserts.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Tango Grill
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$200
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 3
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$438

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$ 57

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

12 - 18 min

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Directions

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
3 - 4 min

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Frederik's Church
18th-century Lutheran church with the largest dome in Scandinavia & a Kierkegaard statue in grounds.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
30 - 36 min

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Amalienborg
18th-century rococo complex of palaces, with a museum & marches/displays by royal guards.
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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Den Røde Cottage
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
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$200
12 - 15 min

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Bakken
Forest venue combining rides & attractions for all ages, from thrill rides to carousels.
1:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$50
Armandos Trattoria ApS
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$188
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 4
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$448

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$ 15

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 12 min

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The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
9 - 11 min

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National Museum of Denmark
18th-century mansion with collections and exhibitions on Denmark's history, people and culture.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
8 - 11 min

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Museum of Natural History
Compact natural history museum featuring dinosaur & mineral exhibits, plus colorful murals.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$50
4 - 6 min

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Vinværten Gothersgade
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$180
5 - 8 min

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The King's Garden
Parkland & gardens, established in the 17th century, with tree-lined paths & pavilions.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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Free
Pastis
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$168
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 5
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$390

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$ 29

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

20 - 24 min

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Directions

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
18 - 22 min

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Amager Strandpark
Over 4km of sandy man-made beach on an island with a lagoon, land & water sports, kiosks & cafes.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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The Playhouse
Striking purpose-built waterside theater for plays, plus classy dining with harbor & city views.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$50
1 - 2 min

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Restaurant Havfruen
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$188
2 - 3 min

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Nyhavn
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Hummer
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$152
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 6
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$525

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$ 43

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

8 - 11 min

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The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Christiansborg Palace
Tours of the royal palace's lavish reception rooms & stables, plus 12th-century castle remains.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$50
16 - 20 min

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National Aquarium Denmark
Huge, sleek, whirlpool-shaped aquarium with fresh & sea water wildlife, plus educational displays.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$90
3 - 4 min

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Wok
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$188
3 - 4 min

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Church of Our Saviour
Baroque, 17th-century place of worship with a carillon & steps around the outside of the spire.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$25
Café Spicey Kitchen
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$172
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 7
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$483

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$ 29

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

19 - 23 min

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The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Søndermarken
Serene, scenic park with many old trees & an subterranean art venue in 3 former cisterns.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Botanical Garden
National Museum of Natural History’s plant collection, the biggest in Denmark, spread over 10 ha.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
14 - 21 min

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Rosenborg Castle
Dutch Renaissance palace & gardens, including a museum housing the crown jewels, with guided tours.
12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
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$70
3 - 4 min

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Aamanns 1921
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$188
4 - 5 min

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The Round Tower
17th-century tower with an observatory, planetarium, event hall & spiral ramp instead of stairs.
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
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$25
Restaurant Schønnemann
One of the best restaurants for genuine Danish smørrebrød and other Danish lunch dishes.
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$200
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 8
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$472

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$ 29

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

13 - 20 min

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Directions

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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Tivoli Gardens
19th-century amusement park with antique roller coaster & live entertainment program.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$100
12 - 15 min

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Frederiksberg Park
English-style landscaped gardens with canals & lakes on the grounds of an 18th-century palace.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Momo Wok Box
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$180
4 - 6 min

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City Hall Square
Large open space outside city hall used for concerts, cultural performances & celebrations.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Hope Organic
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$192
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
Day 9
+

$451

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$ 43

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House

Depart from your stay 🏨

18 - 22 min

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Directions

The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free
16 - 20 min

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Copenhagen Zoo
Established zoo with airy Norman Foster-designed elephant house & Arctic habitat for polar bears.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$75
19 - 23 min

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Valbyparken
Large park featuring several themed gardens, disc golf, playgrounds & frequent concerts & events.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
2 - 3 min

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Restaurant Karla
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$176
2 - 3 min

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Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Fine art museum with antique Mediterranean sculptures, plus 19th-century French & Danish works.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$40
Viften i Tivoli
7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
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$160
The Darling - Art & Design Guest House
7:30 AM - 7:30 AM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $4384 In total

Activities & Food:$4018
Transport:$366