Things to do in Copenhagen, the best of it
The iconic hits
Tivoli Gardens for the rides, gardens and evening concerts; Nyhavn for the colourful quays and canal tours; the Little Mermaid for the photo; Rosenborg Castle for the crown jewels; and the Round Tower for a gentle climb to a city view.
Museums and design
The National Museum for Danish history, the Designmuseum Danmark for the mid-century furniture Denmark is famous for, and the Glyptotek for art and a glorious winter garden. Rainy-day Copenhagen is genuinely covered.
Neighbourhoods worth your time
Wander Christianshavn's canals and Freetown Christiania, cool Nørrebro for street food and natural wine, and Vesterbro's Meatpacking District after dark. Each has its own feel, and they are all a short cycle apart. See Copenhagen neighbourhoods.
Outdoors and free
Swim at the harbour baths in summer, rent a GoBoat, cycle the lakes, or picnic in the King's Garden. Plenty costs nothing, gathered in free things to do in Copenhagen.
Travelling with kids and heading west? Legoland Billund is the classic family day out.
Common questions
What is the number one thing to do in Copenhagen?
Tivoli Gardens is the signature attraction, best at dusk. Pair it with a canal tour from Nyhavn.
What can you do in Copenhagen for free?
Walk Nyhavn, see the Little Mermaid, explore Christiania, swim at the harbour baths and cycle the lakes.
Is one day enough for Copenhagen?
You can see the highlights in a day, but two to three days does the city justice.