4-Day Family-Friendly Copenhagen Itinerary

  • Day 1: Tivoli Gardens
    15 minutes (3 km) by foot from Nyhavn

    Tivoli Gardens is a famous amusement park in the heart of Copenhagen, offering something for everyone in the family. Enjoy the beautiful gardens, thrilling rides, and great restaurants for a fun day out.

  • Day 2: The Little Mermaid Statue
    15 minutes (4 km) by bike from Rosenborg Castle

    The Little Mermaid Statue is one of Copenhagen's most famous attractions and a perfect spot for taking family pictures. The statue is located on the waterfront, and you can enjoy a walk along the harbour while enjoying the sea breeze.

  • Day 3: Experimentarium
    20 minutes (7 km) by metro from The Little Mermaid Statue

    Experimentarium is a hands-on science center that provides an interactive and fun experience for the whole family. There are more than 300 interactive exhibits, and some of them include water-based experiments, so prepare to get wet.

  • Day 4: Copenhagen Zoo
    30 minutes (6 km) by bus from Christiania

    Copenhagen Zoo is an excellent place to end the trip, a perfect stop for a family trip where you can see more than 4000 animals from different parts of the world. The zoo offers animal experiences, petting zoos, and several playgrounds for the younger ones.

Time and Cost Estimates

  • Tivoli Gardens (4 hours, 200 DKK)
  • The Little Mermaid Statue (1 hour, free)
  • Experimentarium (3-4 hours, 200 DKK per person)
  • Copenhagen Zoo (3 hours, 150 DKK per adult, 75 DKK per child)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 725 DKK per person

Transportation

The best way to get around Copenhagen for families is by bike, metro or bus. It's easy to rent bikes for the day or the entire trip, and the city is very bike-friendly. The metro and buses run frequently and cover most of the city. For a family of four, transportation costs would be approximately 150 DKK per day.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider a day trip to nearby castles or beaches like Kronborg Castle or Amager Beach. If you have less time, shorten the trip to just Tivoli Gardens and Experimentarium for a shorter but equally fun trip.

Airports

Copenhagen Airport (CPH) is the primary international airport serving Copenhagen and is located in Kastrup, 8 km south of the city center.

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