Marianne & Mark

July 23, 2016 • Dragør, DK

Marianne & Mark

July 23, 2016 • Dragør, DK

Amalienborg

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Amalienborg Slotsplads 5, 1257 København K, Danmark

The Queen's residence.

I wouldn't spend time going to the museum, but see the castle from outside and maybe watch the changing of guards. It's a fun, very oldfashioned, short ceremony taking place every day at noon.

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Canal and Harbor Tours

Nyhavn 3, 1051 København K, Danmark

A little pricey, but definitely worth it - Especially on a nice day.

Some of the boats will have guides speaking English.

Den Lille Havfrue - The Little Mermaid

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Langelinie 2100, København Ø, Danmark

This is pretty much mandatory when you go to Copenhagen.

I would recommend, you put on some comfortable shoes and walk from Nyhavn to Amalienborg and through Kastellet to Langelinie where The Little Mermaid is located. It's a beautiful, very scenic walk.

Tivoli

Vesterbrogade 3, 1630 København, Danmark

Tivoli is an amusement park in Copenhagen. It was founded in 1843. It is a very charming and quirky (some might say tacky) place, with old as well as new rides and a wonderful garden.

Kronborg

Kronborg 2c, 3000 Helsingør, Danmark

The Castle where Shakespeare's Hamlet is set.

You will have to take a train from Copenhagen to Kronborg (about 45 minutes from downtown Copenhagen). This website might help you find the right one: www.rejseplanen.dk (It's also available in English).

Nyhavn

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Nyhavn, København K, Danmark

The old harbor area of Copenhagen. The cafés are tourist traps, but get some refreshments at a grocery store or kiosk and go sit down on the port edge with the locals. The atmosphere there is great.

Christiania

Prinsessegade 1440, København, Danmark

The freetown. They have their own rules and refuse to follow common Danish law.

It's a quirky little town in the city, with obvious marijuana shops on the streets and very friendly citizens. Although it might seem like a sketchy place, it is completely safe, and it's definitely a interesting experience. Make sure not to take photos or your camera will be confiscated.

Slotskælderen Hos Gitte Kik

Fortunstræde 4, 1065 København K, Danmark

Smørrebrød: The famous Danish open faced sandwich on rye bread.

Probably the most typical Danish dish there is.

"Slotskælderen" is within walking distance from Nyhavn and offers a very classical smørrebrød menu.

Smørrebrød is traditionally served with Danish pilsner and snaps.

Conditori La Glace

Skoubogade 3, 1158 København K, Danmark

A very famous conditori. They have the best cakes ever. I'd recommend the "Sportskage". Don't let the sporty name deceive you. Lots of cream and calories and awesomeness!