In Denmark, ancient Viking spirit meets modern design, and the art of ‘hygge’ warms every corner. Explore fairytale castles, vibrant cities, and serene coastlines, discovering a country that embraces both innovation and cozy comfort.
Fast Facts:
Capital: Copenhagen
Population: 5.9 million (2023)
Currency: Danish Krone (DKK, kr)
Official Language: Danish
Drives: On the right-hand side of the road
Adapter Type: Type C and Type E. It also has its own type, Type K.
Visa Requirements: None for visa-exempt countries with stays up to 90 days, but EITAS required starting late for non-EU citizens. I recommend reviewing your country’s specific visa regulations to determine if your country is visa-exempt.
Part of the Schengen Area? Yes
Denmark Itineraries
Copenhagen in 3 Days: The Ultimate Itinerary for a Perfect Trip
Copenhagen, the capital city of Denmark, is where vintage charm meets progressive innovation. Copenhagen features…
Popular attractions in Denmark
Copenhagen: The capital of Denmark, Copenhagen is home to an abundance of attractions, including castles like Rosenborg Castle, Amalienborg Palace, and Christiansborg Palace, as well as the Tivoli Gardens theme park, the Statens Museum for Kunst (Danish national gallery), Nyhavn harbor, and Strøget, Copenhagen’s main shopping street, popular amongst locals and tourists.
Aarhus: The second largest city in Denmark, Aarhus is located on the east coast of Denmark’s Jutland Peninsula. It is home to many attractions, such as the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum, known for its famous rooftop structure (“Your rainbow panorama”), the Old Town (Den Gamle By), the Aarhus Botanical Garden, and the Moesgaard Museum. Aarhus also has many canals like Copenhagen.
Helsingør: Helsingør is a port city in eastern Denmark on the Øresund strait (known as The Sound) across from Helsingborg, Sweden. Helsingør is famous for being home to Kronborg Castle, a 16th-century castle that is the inspiration for Elsinore in Shakespeare’s Hamlet.
Øresund Bridge: The Øresund Bridge separates Copenhagen, Denmark, and Malmö, Sweden. The Øresund is one of the busiest waterways in the world, and many tourists often travel between Denmark and Sweden to visit both Scandinavian countries!
Best time to visit Denmark
The best time to visit Denmark is between May and June and in September, when crowds are small and prices for flights and accommodations decrease. As the days get shorter and colder starting in the fall, the “hygge” season begins; many cafes offer blankets and a cozy atmosphere to customers. April is also a great time to experience Denmark, but expect some rain showers and cool nights. Summer is peak season (between late June and August), when the days are longest and the weather is warmest, but this comes with large crowds and high prices.