4-Day Itinerary for Denmark in July 2023

  1. Day 1: Copenhagen
    30 minutes (7.5 miles) from Copenhagen Airport

    Start your day by visiting the Nyhavn Harbor which is famous for its colorful buildings and bustling atmosphere. Afterward, head to the Amalienborg Palace to watch the changing of the guard ceremony and visit the palace museum. In the afternoon, visit the Tivoli Gardens which is a famous amusement park with a beautiful garden. End your day by visiting the Christiansborg Palace where you can enjoy the stunning views from the tower.

  2. Day 2: Odense
    2 hours (105 miles) from Copenhagen

    Odense is the birthplace of the famous author Hans Christian Andersen. Start your day by visiting the Hans Christian Andersen Museum which showcases the life and works of the author. Afterward, head to the Odense Zoo which is home to more than 2,000 animals. In the afternoon, visit the Brandts Museum of Art and Visual Culture which features contemporary art exhibitions. End your day by visiting the Odense Cathedral which is famous for its stunning architecture.

  3. Day 3: Aarhus
    2 hours (115 miles) from Odense

    Aarhus is a vibrant city known for its museums and attractions. Start your day by visiting the ARoS Aarhus Art Museum which features contemporary art exhibitions. Afterward, head to the Den Gamle By which is an open-air museum showcasing Danish life in the past. In the afternoon, visit the Moesgaard Museum which features exhibitions on Danish culture and history. End your day by visiting the Marselisborg Palace which is the summer residence of the Danish royal family.

  4. Day 4: Skagen
    2.5 hours (130 miles) from Aarhus

    Skagen is a beautiful coastal town known for its stunning beaches and unique natural scenery. Start your day by visiting the Grenen which is the northernmost point of Denmark where the North Sea and Baltic Sea meet. Afterward, head to the Skagen Museum which features exhibitions on Skagen's art history. In the afternoon, visit the Råbjerg Mile which is a massive sand dune that is constantly moving. End your day by visiting the Den Tilsandede Kirke which is a famous church that was buried by sand in the 18th century.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Nyhavn Harbor (1-2 hours, free)
  • Amalienborg Palace (1-2 hours, 95 DKK)
  • Tivoli Gardens (3-4 hours, 130 DKK)
  • Christiansborg Palace (1-2 hours, free)
  • Hans Christian Andersen Museum (1-2 hours, 110 DKK)
  • Odense Zoo (3-4 hours, 185 DKK)
  • Brandts Museum of Art and Visual Culture (1-2 hours, 110 DKK)
  • Odense Cathedral (1-2 hours, free)
  • ARoS Aarhus Art Museum (2-3 hours, 145 DKK)
  • Den Gamle By (2-3 hours, 130 DKK)
  • Moesgaard Museum (2-3 hours, 130 DKK)
  • Marselisborg Palace (1-2 hours, free)
  • Grenen (2-3 hours, free)
  • Skagen Museum (1-2 hours, 110 DKK)
  • Råbjerg Mile (1-2 hours, free)
  • Den Tilsandede Kirke (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: 1,365 DKK
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