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Copenhagen in 2 days: what to see day by day
Ready-to-use 2 days itinerary for Copenhagen: 9 places grouped geographically into walking routes (12 h of pure visiting time) with opening hours and places to eat along the way.
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Day 1 · 5 h 50 min visiting · approx. 4.2 km walking between stops
- The Little Mermaid — 20 min visit. It is an iconic statue on the waterfront, a symbol of the city, which can be admired outdoors.
- Amalienborg — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 1.1 km from previous stop). It is an active winter residence of the royal family, where the changing of the Royal Guard can be observed daily in the courtyard.
- Operaen — 30 min visit (approx. 530 m from previous stop). This modern opera house on Holmen island offers opera and ballet performances with beautiful canal views, distinguished by its architecture.
- Christiania — 1 h 30 min visit (approx. 600 m from previous stop). It constitutes an autonomous community with its own rules and an alternative lifestyle, making it completely different from traditional urban attractions.
- Rosenborg Castle — 2 h visit (approx. 2 km from previous stop) Hours: Mon–Sun 10:00–17:00.
Where to eat along the route (Day 1)
- Restaurant Alouette — It presents sophisticated modern cuisine in an elegant style, intended for special occasions, without a casual atmosphere.
- Schønnemann — It specializes exclusively in authentic smørrebrød, serving classic Danish open-faced sandwiches in an elegant setting.
Day 2 · 6 h 10 min visiting · approx. 6.6 km walking between stops
- Tivoli — 3 h visit. Unlike public squares, this historic amusement park provides carousels and gardens, beautifully lit in the evenings for comprehensive entertainment.
- Christiansborg Palace — 2 h visit (approx. 700 m from previous stop). A palace that is home to the parliament, the Supreme Court, and the Prime Minister's Office, also offering tours of the royal stables and the ruins beneath.
- Børsen — 20 min visit (approx. 310 m from previous stop). It stands out with its unusual spire in the shape of intertwined dragon tails, offering admiration of its architecture mainly from the outside, unlike places with an open interior.
- Grundtvig's Church — 50 min visit (approx. 5.5 km from previous stop). It stands out with its modernist architecture of yellow brick, resembling a giant organ, which gives it a unique appearance, different from classical churches. Hours: Mon–Wed, Fri–Sat 09:00–16:00 · Thu 09:00–18:00.
Where to eat along the route (Day 2)
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