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Copenhagen is a small town with a big city vibe. The town is compact and most of the popular attractions are within walking or biking distance from each other. Many of the downtown streets are pedestrian-only zones.

Biking

Biking is a popular way to get around in Copenhagen. Bycyklen (The City Bike), the city’s official bike share program features over 2,000 intelligent electric bikes at over 100 Bycyklen stations. If you opt for a Pay as You Go plan, for 30 kr an hour you can enjoy unlimited usage of all Bycyklen stations in the city.

Public transportation

Copenhagen’s public transportation system includes buses, trains, the subway system (Metro), and a commuter light-rail system (S-Tog). Most buses leave from the Rådhuspladsen (City Hall square) in the middle of the city. The Metro lines run east-west and operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Trains arrive every 2 – 3 minutes during rush hour, and every 15 minutes at night. The S-Tog connects Central Station to the city suburbs. You can transfer from a bus or Metro line to an S-Tog line. Fares start from 24 kr for all modes of public transport. If you plan to use the public transport extensively, consider purchasing a City Pass that offers unlimited travel on all modes for the duration of the card. An adult pass costs 80 kr for 24 hours and 200 kr for 72 hours.

Taxis

Taxis are easily available and can be hailed directly from the street. However, they are not the most economical mode of travel and are best used for shorter distances. Fares typically start at 50 kr, followed by 10.15 kr per kilometer, and a waiting time of 7.00 kr per minute.

Boats

Boats are an interesting way to explore Copenhagen. Canal Tours offers hour-long guided excursions around the harbor and canals. You can also use the blue and yellow water buses to enjoy the city sights from the water. Water bus #991 and #992 offer some of the most interesting routes and sights. Fares for the water bus are the same as for all other public transport.

U.S. nationals do not need a visa to enter Denmark for up to 90 days for business or tourism. For foreign nationals, please check the Schengen Visa Info website.

Things to do and places of interest in Copenhagen

Often named the ‘happiest people in the world’, the Danes pride themselves on their lifestyle, culture, and food, all of which contribute to the ‘hygge’. Hearty, traditional meals and delicious Danish pastries only add to that happiness. However, there is a lot more to see and do when you travel to Copenhagen. Here are a few suggestions on what to include in your itinerary.

• Visit Copenhagen’s popular tourist landmarks such as Den Lille Havfrue (The Little Mermaid) bronze sculpture on Langelinie Pier, the Rundetaarn (Round Tower), and Tivoli Gardens amusement park.
• Make a trip to the various castles and palaces including the famous 16th-century Kronborg Castle, the beautiful Christiansborg Palace, the Renaissance-style Rosenborg Castle, and Amalienborg Palace, winter residence of the Royal family.
• Check out the museums and art galleries such as the Nationalmuseet (National Museum of Denmark), the National Gallery of Denmark, the Frilandsmuseet (Open Air Museum), and the Thorvaldsen Museum of sculptures.
• Take a tour of the Carlsberg Brewery that features interactive exhibits on the history of beer, and a showcase on the world’s largest collection of beer bottles.
• Stroll along Strøget, one of the longest pedestrian streets in Europe, and browse through numerous boutiques, cafés and upscale branded stores.
• If you are looking for something to do before your checkin, just use the local service called Luggagehero to store your baggage safely in the center and follow the tips above

Tips and tricks for visiting Copenhagen

Invest in a Copenhagen Card

Purchase a Copenhagen Card and enjoy unlimited use of public transportation, free entrance to more than 70 attractions and museums, and discounts on several restaurants, sights, and rentals. An adult card for 24-hours costs 389 kr, while a 48-hour card costs 549 kr, and a 72-hour card costs 659 kr.

Take a walking tour

Copenhagen is renowned for its cultural offerings and culinary delights. Enlist for one of the many free walking tours to explore these offerings. You can choose from classic historical sites, unique churches, pub crawls, and many others.

Watch for bikers

When you are walking on the streets or driving, watch out for people riding their bikes. Locals tend to cycle at high speeds, keeping up with vehicles most of the time, and they often do not stop for pedestrians.