Tourism in Denmark

Explore notable sights and destinations in this country

Europe / Northern Europe

Tourist attractions

Tivoli Gardens

Region: Copenhagen

Amusement

World''s oldest theme park opened 1843; famous for fireworks and illuminations

Nyhavn Canal

Region: Copenhagen

Historic Streetscape

17th-century harbor townscape with colorful wooden houses and restaurants

Roskilde Cathedral

Region: Roskilde

Cultural Heritage

World Heritage brick Gothic church where successive Danish kings rest

Kronborg Castle

Region: Helsingør

Cultural Heritage

Famous as Elsinore Castle, setting for Shakespeare's "Hamlet"

LEGOHOUSE

Region: Billund

Experience Facility

Interactive family-oriented facility built in LEGO birthplace

Møns Klint

Region: Southeast Sjælland

Nature

Scenic spot where chalk cliffs and emerald sea create spectacular views

Louisiana Museum of Modern Art

Region: Humlebæk

Museum

Art museum harmonizing ocean-view garden with Nordic modern architecture

Skagen

Region: Northernmost Jutland

Nature

Fishing village beloved by painters for Grenen Point where North Sea and Baltic Sea meet and distinctive soft light

Bornholm Island

Region: Baltic Sea

Nature & Culture

Vacation island known for round churches and smoked herring

Den Gamle By

Region: Aarhus

Open-air Museum

Outdoor history museum recreating townscapes from 16th-20th centuries

Suggested itineraries

First-time Denmark North-South Journey 7 Days

Duration (days): 7

Highlights: Copenhagen City Tour, Roskilde Cathedral, Aarhus Old Town, Billund LEGOHOUSE, Skagen Point

Classic route covering major cities and natural landscapes from capital to northernmost Jutland using rail pass

Fairy Tales and Island Hopping 4 Days

Duration (days): 4

Highlights: Odense (Andersen''s Birthplace), Funen Island Winery, Møns Klint, Bornholm Island Round Churches

Short-term plan enjoying medieval and fairy tale landscapes remaining on islands using ferries and rental cars

Travel tips

  • DSB trains convenient between major cities; significant savings with early bird Orange Ticket
  • Danish Krone difficult to obtain outside country; ATM withdrawal generally used
  • Cashless advanced; credit card or mobile payment essential
  • Hand signal rules in bicycle lanes subject to fines if not followed
  • Windbreaker jacket recommended as evenings cool even in summer
  • Many shops closed Sundays and holidays; use convenience-type supermarkets
  • Alcohol sales prohibited after 22:00 at supermarkets
  • Public transport uses zone system; check Rejseplanen app before boarding
  • Tap water potable; recommended as eco-friendly over bottled water
  • Flag handling strict; customary to avoid night or rainy weather hoisting

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