Copenhagen Travel Guide
Copenhagen, a Danish delight and a city that showcases a true slice of Scandinavian culture to the world. From the beautiful architecture to the famous cobbled streets, the capital of Denmark is an iconic location popular with holidaymakers from Europe and around the world.
In this Copenhagen Travel Guide I will be sharing information and insights on the best areas to visit, where to stay, and how you can get around this beautiful city and beyond.
Why Copenhagen?
If you’re looking for a laid back destination which is full of flavour and style, then look no further than the stunning city of Copenhagen. This is a city that has it all, from the beautiful Scandinavian architecture to the delightful open parks and the delicious cuisine, Copenhagen really does pack a punch.
An ever popular destination for locals and tourists alike, this city is famed for and prides itself on its noble history and past. The city has a unique quirky feel partly due to the nature of its culture and design, with each neighbourhood bringing something different to the table in its own special way. Full of palaces, castles, and canals, there is plenty for all to enjoy in this wonderful city complete with notable attractions and events all year round.
When to Visit
In order to have the best and most comfortable experience exploring the city, I suggest visiting around the periods of April-May, or September-October. By doing so, you will enjoy mild to moderate temperatures while still experiencing long days, and also avoiding the peak summer season, therefore encountering fewer crowds.
I visited in mid-October, and although we had a mix of weather, it was still pleasant and had its fair share of sunshine and favourable days.
How Long & Where to Stay
How long you are looking to stay in Copenhagen depends on your wants and needs. In reality, a long weekend would be sufficient, however if you are wanting to explore the city in more depth and also leave time to make the short journey across to visit Malmo, Sweden for example, then 4/5 days as we did would be best.
If you want to stay central and within the heart of the city, then I suggest staying in Indre By (Inner City) or Nyhavn where you’ll find everything is within walking distance and easily accessible to explore.
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Getting Here & Around
Reaching Copenhagen is easy, as a popular location in Europe, Copenhagen Airport naturally serves over 100 destinations and has connections from all around the world. Once you have arrived, it is only a short 15 minute train journey into the city centre and Copenhagen Central Station, which in itself is a huge plus.
The city has an efficient transport system that connects buses and the metro in one easy to understand system, enabling you to get from one side of Copenhagen to another in quick time. With that being said, the city is extremely walkable, and we found ourselves walking everywhere most days in order to experience everything this wonderful location has to offer.
Of course, another alternative way to explore is by Bike. You’ll soon notice this is one of the main ways of transportation here, with locals completing their daily commutes by Cycling more often than not. As the saying the goes, if you can’t beat them, join them.
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To Be Continued….