A four-day itinerary for Denmark

  • Day 1: The Little Mermaid Statue
    15 minutes (3.2 km) from Copenhagen Central Station

    The Little Mermaid statue is a landmark of Copenhagen and a must-see sight. It is based on the fairytale by Hans Christian Andersen, and it has been a symbol of Denmark since its creation in 1913.

  • Day 2: Tivoli Gardens
    5 minutes (1.7 km) from The Little Mermaid Statue

    Tivoli Gardens is one of the oldest amusement parks in the world and a popular attraction for tourists and locals. It has a wide array of rides, games, and gardens with historical and cultural significance. The park is particularly charming at night when the lights turn on.

  • Day 3: Aarhus Cathedral
    2 hours (187 km) from Tivoli Gardens

    Located in Aarhus, the Aarhus Cathedral is the largest church in Denmark and has a long history dating back to the Viking times. Its Gothic-style architecture features intricate details and eye-catching decorations, making it a must-see attraction for architecture enthusiasts.

  • Day 4: Legoland Billund Resort
    1 hour 40 minutes (118 km) from Aarhus Cathedral

    Legoland Billund Resort is a theme park based on the Lego toy system. It offers rides, attractions, and interactive exhibits for visitors of all ages. The park has several themed zones, such as Miniland, which features miniatures of famous landmarks from around the world.

Time and Costs Estimates:

  • The Little Mermaid Statue (30 minutes, free)
  • Tivoli Gardens (3 hours, 130 DKK)
  • Aarhus Cathedral (2 hours, free)
  • Legoland Billund Resort (5 hours, 399 DKK)
  • Total Estimated Costs (529 DKK)

Transportation:

Most attractions are easily accessible by public transportation or walking. Day 3 may require a rental car or private transportation. Buses and trains in Denmark are frequent, clean, and efficient. Consider buying a Rejsekort, a rechargeable card for public transportation, for convenience.

Estimated transportation costs: Approximately 50 DKK a day for public transportation or 700-1000 DKK daily for rental cars plus fuel.

Useful tips:

If you have more time, consider visiting the National Museum and Rosenborg Castle in Copenhagen or the Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde. If you have less time, remove Legoland from your itinerary, and spend more time exploring Copenhagen instead.

Airports:

Copenhagen Airport (CPH) is Denmark's largest airport and is located 8 km south of Copenhagen city center. It is well connected to the city via public transportation, and taxis and car rentals are also available at the airport.

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