Daytrip from Copenhagen to Helsingør & Helsingborg

Day 1: Copenhagen – Helsingør – Helsingborg – Copenhagen

Morning: After an early train from Copenhagen to Helsingør (≈45 min), explore Kronborg Castle and stroll the historic harbour before enjoying a craft‑beer tasting at Mikla Brewpub.

Afternoon: Cross the Øresund by ferry to Helsingborg, visit the medieval Kärnan tower and wander the waterfront, then have lunch and sample local ales at Helsingborg Brewing Co.. A brief walk to the scenic Sofiero Castle Gardens adds a touch of nature.

Evening: Return to Copenhagen by ferry, and cap the day with a final drink at Mikkeller Bar in the city centre.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Kronborg Castle – 2 hours – DKK 140
• Mikla Brewpub – 1 hour – DKK 120
• Øresund Ferry (round‑trip) – 1 hour – DKK 150
• Kärnan Tower – 1 hour – SEK 100 (≈ 14 DKK)
• Helsingborg Brewing Co. – 1.5 hours – SEK 150 (≈ 21 DKK)
• Sofiero Castle Gardens – 1 hour – SEK 80 (≈ 11 DKK)
Total estimated cost: ≈ 456 DKK

Tips

If you have extra time, consider staying overnight in Helsingborg to fully explore Sofiero Gardens and visit additional local breweries such as Öresund Brewing Co.. For a tighter schedule, you can skip the Helsingør harbour walk and head straight to the ferry, focusing the day on Helsingborg’s attractions.