[Northern Europe 15-Day Self-Guided Tour] Day 2: Copenhagen Half-Day Tour & Flight to Helsinki

Contents Itinerary Overview Trip Preparation Copenhagen Half-Day Itinerary Freetown Christiania: Art and Autonomous Culture Church of Our Saviour: 360-degree view of Copenhagen Airport Express & SAS Airlines to Helsinki Grocery shopping in Helsinki, preparing for Nordic self-catering life Trip Summary & Other Nordic Travelogues I. Itinerary Overview This morning, we spent half a day exploring Copenhagen, visiting the art-filled and free-spirited Christiania, and then climbing Our Saviour’s Church to take in the panoramic view of the city. After returning to the hotel at noon to pick up our luggage, we flew to Helsinki, Finland, with SAS Airlines. Upon arrival, we checked into an apartment-style room and headed to the supermarket to stock up, beginning our "self-catering life" in the Nordics! II. Trip Preparation Transportation Getting around Copenhagen city center: Take bus 2A to Christiania (Download the DOT tickets App to purchase tickets; one-way is 24 DKK).

Airport Transportation: Take the Airport Metro (Københavns Lufthavn), one-way fare 36 DKK. Flight Information: SAS Airlines Copenhagen → Helsinki, flight time 1 hour 15 minutes. Moving within Helsinki: From the airport, take the P or I train to Helsinki Central Station (Helsingin päärautatieasema), travel time approx. 30–40 minutes, one-way fare for zone ABC is 4.1 EUR.

住宿 哥本哈根：上午外出前將行李寄放女生房間，中午回飯店取行李後退房。 赫爾辛基：入住 Rauhallinen asunto keskustassa（Airbnb 預訂），電梯很小，一次最多容納 1 人 + 1 行李箱。這間公寓擁有完整廚房，適合長途旅行者自煮，也是這次北歐行唯一有 浴缸 的住宿。

3. Copenhagen Half-Day Itinerary 1. Christiania: Art and Autonomous Culture Take bus 2A to reach Copenhagen's most unique "autonomous zone"—Christiania. Originally a military barracks, it was occupied by artists and hippies in 1971, gradually evolving into an "independent community" not directly governed by the government, centered around freedom, peace, and creativity. Upon entering Christiania, you are greeted by vibrant street graffiti and art installations. There are no typical city restrictions here, and it even has its own laws and currency. In the famous "Pusher Street," photography is prohibited, yet the signs feature a checkmark icon, leaving visitors confused about whether they can actually take photos.

Since we visited in the morning, it didn't feel as dangerous as imagined; instead, it felt more like an artistic neighborhood, perfect for travelers interested in exploring alternative cultures. 2. Our Saviour's Church: A 360-degree view of Copenhagen After leaving Freetown, we walked to Our Saviour's Church. The most unique feature of this Baroque-style church is its external spiral spire, which allows you to climb to the top and overlook the entire city.

Tickets need to be reserved online in advance; even if there aren't many people on-site, you must register via the internet. We booked the nearest available time slot on the spot and were able to enter immediately! The climb up the tower is quite thrilling—the stairs are narrow and steep, and near the top, they even become open-air stairs, which can be a challenge for those with a fear of heights. However, once you reach the top, the view of Copenhagen's red brick buildings interlaced with blue canals is breathtaking, just like a stunning landscape painting!

3.機場捷運 & SAS 航空飛往赫爾辛基 回飯店取行李後，我們搭乘 機場捷運 前往哥本哈根機場。北歐機場的自助化程度很高，SAS 航空 的 登機手續、行李托運、登機 幾乎全程自助，效率極高。

Before boarding, we were strolling through the duty-free area and unexpectedly came across a clothing store from a Danish design brand. Since I had forgotten to bring jeans, I was able to pick up a new pair. Finally, I grabbed some bread for lunch from the airport bakery chain Lagkagehuset before preparing to board.

The flight takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes, with views of the Baltic Sea along the way. Looking forward to the upcoming journey in Finland! 4. Grocery shopping in Helsinki, preparing for a Nordic self-catering lifestyle. After arriving in Helsinki, we took the airport train to the city center and checked into an apartment-style room. We originally planned to experience a Finnish sauna, but since it was already late (around 8 PM), we decided to go grocery shopping first to prepare for our upcoming self-catering life.

赫爾辛基的超市選擇比哥本哈根豐富，價格相對便宜。我們買了 雞蛋、火腿、生菜 等基本食材，還從台灣帶來了 滷豆乾與鳥蛋，準備今晚享用。 晚餐由胖姨掌廚，菜單是 麻辣乾麵 + 生菜火腿，在寒冷的北歐夜晚吃上一口家鄉味，格外滿足！

A little night interlude: After dinner, we suggested a walk by the seaside, hoping to see the aurora. Helsinki's nights are more lively than Copenhagen's, and shops close later. Unfortunately, even though the aurora index was high, we were still too far south to see the aurora; in the end, we only took a few night photos and ended a fulfilling day.

Itinerary Summary & Other Nordic Travelogues The last half day in Copenhagen offered us a completely different atmosphere—from the rebellious Christiania to the elegant Church of Our Saviour, and the efficient experience at the Nordic airport, perfectly concluding this Danish journey. Next, we will head into Finland to begin our winter adventure in Helsinki & Rovaniemi! Explore more independent travelogues of the four Nordic countries Northern Europe is more than just auroras and snow; it also offers urban elegance, polar mystery, and cultural depth. This journey across Denmark, Finland, Norway, and Sweden will take you to explore the beauty of Europe's purest corners! 🇩🇰 Denmark Independent Travel 📍Day 2: Copenhagen One-day Tour | 📍Day 3: Explore Freetown, Fly to Finland 🇫🇮 Finland Arctic Journey 📍Day 4: Helsinki City Tour & Overnight Train | 📍Day 5: Santa Claus Village & First Aurora Experience 📍Day 6: Rovaniemi Husky Sledding & City Exploration | 📍Day 7: Inari Lakeside & Aurora Secret Spot 🇳🇴 Norway Cruise Itinerary & Aurora Exploration 📍Day 8: Crossing from Inari to Kirkenes to board the cruise | 📍Day 9: Stopover in Hammerfest & Life Onboard 📍Day 10: Tromsø Museums & Cable Car Snow Scenery | 📍Day 11: Transportation Disruption, Staying in Tromsø 🇸🇪 Exploring Swedish Culture and a Perfect Finale 📍Day 12: Flying to Stockholm, witnessing the Northern Lights from above | 📍Day 13: City Hall & Vasa Museum 📍Day 14: Deep exploration of the Old Town and Swedish culture