Copenhagen, Denmark 2 Day Itinerary

Copenhagen 2-Day Itinerary

Day 1: Exploring the City Center

Morning:

  • Start your day with a hearty breakfast at Atelier September (Østerbrogade 56, 2100 København).
  • Take the Metro Line M1 (Yellow Line) from Nørreport Station to Østerport Station and visit The Round Tower (Købmagergade 52, 1150 København). Climb up the tower for a panoramic view of Copenhagen.
  • Walk towards Kongens Nytorv, visit the beautiful Rosenborg Castle (Øster Voldgade 4A, 1350 København), and the nearby King’s Garden (Kongens Have).

Afternoon:

  • Head to Nyhavn (Harborfront, 1051 København) for lunch. Try smørrebrød at Cafe Nemoland (Knyphausen 8, 1051 København).
  • Take a boat tour from Nyhavn to see the city’s landmarks from the water.
  • Visit The Little Mermaid statue (Langelinie Pier, 2100 København) and the nearby National Museum of Denmark (Farvergade 3B, 1364 København).

Evening:

  • Dine at Noma (Strandgade 93, 1401 København), one of the world’s best restaurants (reservations are essential).
  • End your day with a stroll in the colorful streets of Christiania (Pusher Street, 1436 Copenhagen). Be respectful and mind the local rules.

Transportation:

  • Purchase a Copenhagen Card for unlimited access to public transport (trains, buses, and harbor buses) and free or discounted admission to many attractions.
  • Bicycles are an excellent way to explore the city; rent one at Bycyklen (stations located throughout the city).

Day 2: Modern Copenhagen

Morning:

  • Start your day with breakfast at Mirabelle (Gammel Strand 3, 1202 København).
  • Take a short walk to The Black Diamond (Sluseholmen 7, 1061 København), the modern library and cultural center of Copenhagen.
  • Visit the Design Museum Denmark (Bredgade 68, 1260 København) to learn about Danish design history.

Afternoon:

  • Grab lunch at GRØD (Torvehallerne 4, 17 Torvehallerne, 136B Østergade, 1650 København), a porridge bar with unique flavors.
  • Visit Freetown Christiania and the nearby Reffen art collective, featuring street art and food stalls (Refshalevej 181-191, 1432 København).
  • Head to Tivoli Gardens (Vesterbrogade 3, 1560 København) for an afternoon of fun at this historic amusement park.

Evening:

  • Dine at Kadeau (Toldbodgade 19, 1253 København), a Michelin-starred restaurant specializing in New Nordic Cuisine.
  • End your day with a walk along the waterfront at Paper Island (PapirØen, Trangravsvej 14, 1436 København) or a craft beer at Mikkeller & Friends (Warburggade 11, 1051 København).

Things to Know:

  • Danish people are friendly and English is widely spoken.
  • Tipping in restaurants is not required as service charge is included in the bill.
  • Shops close early on weekdays (often at 6 PM) and are closed on Sundays.
  • Copenhagen can be quite expensive; budget accordingly.
  • Summer months can be very busy with tourists, so plan ahead for popular attractions.