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Denmark flag Copenhagen, Denmark

Kingdom of Denmark

As the capital of Denmark, this city offers museums, historic sites, and local cuisine.

👥 6,011,488 population 💰 kr DKK 🗣️ Danish 🕐 UTC-04:00 📍 View on Google Maps 🗺️ OpenStreetMap

📖 About Copenhagen

Copenhagen is the capital and most populous city in the Kingdom of Denmark, with a population of 667,000 people in the municipality and 1.4 million in the urban area.

The city is situated mainly on the island of Zealand (Sjælland), with a smaller part on the island of Amager.

Copenhagen is separated from Malmö, Sweden, by the Øresund strait. The Øresund Bridge connects the two cities by rail and road.

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Trip Settings

Standard Budget 7 days 2 travelers

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Total Budget

$4,438

$317 per day × 7 days × 2 travelers

💰
$2,422

Accommodation

$173 per night

$966

Food & Dining

$69 per day

$406

Local Transport

$29 per day

$644

Entertainment

Budget Tips for Copenhagen

  • Book everything well in advance to save money
  • Self-catering is essential for budget travelers
  • Free camping (allemansrätten) is legal in most Nordic countries
  • City cards often provide significant savings

Denmark Facts

🏛️ Capital

Copenhagen

🌍 Continent

Europe

📐 Area

43,094 km²

📞 Phone Code

+45

💰 Currency

Danish krone

kr (DKK)

🗺️ Region

Northern Europe

🗣️ Languages Spoken:

Danish

🕐 Time Zones (5):

UTC-04:00 UTC-03:00 UTC-01:00 UTC UTC+01:00

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites

12 sites in Denmark

Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church

Jelling Mounds, Runic Stones and Church

CulturalSince 1994

The Jelling burial mounds and one of the runic stones are striking examples of pagan Nordic culture, while the other runic stone and the church illust...

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Roskilde Cathedral

Roskilde Cathedral

CulturalSince 1995

Built in the 12th and 13th centuries, this was Scandinavia's first Gothic cathedral to be built of brick and it encouraged the spread of this style th...

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Kronborg Castle

Kronborg Castle

CulturalSince 2000

Located on a strategically important site commanding the Sund, the stretch of water between Denmark and Sweden, the Royal castle of Kronborg at Helsin...

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Ilulissat Icefjord

Ilulissat Icefjord

NaturalSince 2004

Located on the west coast of Greenland, 250 km north of the Arctic Circle, Greenland’s Ilulissat Icefjord is the sea mouth of Sermeq Kujalleq, one o...

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Wadden Sea

Wadden Sea

NaturalSince 2009

The Wadden Sea is the largest unbroken system of intertidal sand and mud flats in the world. The site covers the Dutch Wadden Sea Conservation Area, t...

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Stevns Klint

Stevns Klint

NaturalSince 2014

This geological site comprises a 15 km-long fossil-rich coastal cliff, offering exceptional evidence of the impact of the Chicxulub meteorite that cra...

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to visit Copenhagen?
The average daily budget for Copenhagen, Denmark ranges from $112 for budget travelers to $921 for luxury travelers. A standard comfortable trip typically costs around $317 per day including accommodation, food, transport, and entertainment.
Is Copenhagen expensive for tourists?
Copenhagen is considered an expensive destination. However, budget travelers can still visit by staying in hostels, cooking their own meals, and using public transportation.
What is the best budget for Copenhagen?
We recommend budgeting around $317 per day for a comfortable trip to Copenhagen. This includes mid-range accommodation, dining at local restaurants, public transportation, and entrance fees to attractions. Add 10-20% as a buffer for unexpected expenses.