[Nordic Four Countries Trip｜Denmark Chapter] Two-Day Copenhagen Travelogue｜First Experience of a Bicycle City, The Little Mermaid, the Royal Palace, and Exploring Freetown Christiania Culture

Table of Contents First Impressions of Denmark Itinerary Trip Preparation (Transportation Guide) Food and Accommodation Experience Sharing Tips and Practical Information 1. First Impressions of Denmark: A City of Cycling Art Copenhagen's first impression is somewhat mixed. The streets aren't as clean as imagined, with quite a few potholes on the roads, and cigarette butts and litter are occasionally seen; on the other hand, the neat rows of buildings, arcade-free streets, and hanging streetlight designs reveal a strong Nordic minimalist aesthetic. This place truly deserves the title of "Bicycle Kingdom" — you can hardly see any motorcycles or cars on the streets, but there are plenty of riders of all ages weaving through, and I even saw a dad jogging while pushing a stroller, which made me smile. People here are generally warm and friendly, with staff almost always greeting or helping you proactively. In Freetown you can feel an artistic atmosphere filling the streets — the graffiti on the walls and the statues in front of the church make you want to stop and admire them. However, please note that most shops are only open until evening on Sundays, and most museums are closed on Mondays, so it's recommended to plan your itinerary accordingly. 2. Itinerary: Overview of the Two-Day Copenhagen Trip We arrive at Copenhagen Airport on Saturday evening, spend all of Sunday exploring the city by bicycle, and on Monday morning visit Freetown Christiania and the church before flying to Helsinki. The itinerary is as follows: Day 1｜An In-Depth Cycling Experience of Copenhagen The Little Mermaid Statue and Kastellet Fortress Changing of the Guard at Amalienborg Palace In-depth visit to Christiansborg Palace (Royal Reception Rooms, Royal Stables, ruins, kitchens) Stroll along Copenhagen's harbor pedestrian street & experience local bars at night Day 2 | Copenhagen Half-Day Tour & Fly to Helsinki Explore Freetown Christiania Climb the spiral tower of Our Saviour's Church for a panoramic view of the city SAS flight to Helsinki, Finland 3. Itinerary Preparation (Transportation Notes) Airport to City Center Round Trip Taking the metro takes only about 13 minutes; tickets can be purchased at the DSB ticket machine, priced at 36 DKK.

Getting around the city: You can rent a bicycle or take Bus 2A (you can buy tickets via the DOT Tickets App, one-way is 24 DKK). We tested it ourselves and found the bicycle to be extremely efficient for getting around, letting us explore deep into the back alleys too.

4. Food and Accommodation Experience Sharing Food Experience: Smørrebrød Open-Faced Sandwich We experienced classic Danish cuisine at the well-known restaurant Restaurant Kronborg, which focuses mainly on seafood, and we especially recommend the pickled herring and fish sandwich. Although a meal costs nearly NT$2,000, the ingredients are fresh and the flavors are unique, making it worth a try.

View larger map Accommodation share: Annex Copenhagen Room type: Self-service hostel; we stayed in a standard room (shared bathroom) Price: 5500 TWD for two nights Review: Convenient transportation but the space is a bit small. Our friend next door stayed in a suite (6400 TWD for two nights), and the space was noticeably more spacious — I'd suggest considering an upgrade.

View larger map 5. Tips and Useful Information Most museums in Denmark are closed on Mondays, so plan your itinerary to avoid that day On holidays, most supermarkets are open until 18:00~19:00, so keep the timing in mind if you need to shop All facilities are "on the taller side," from toilets to fridge doors — if you're under 160cm, you may often find yourself standing on tiptoes 😅 Want to see more details? 👉 Further reading: 📍【15-Day Nordic Self-Guided Trip】Day 1: Copenhagen bike day tour, visiting the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg Palace, and Christiansborg Palace 📍【Nordic 15-Day Free Trip】Day 2: Copenhagen Half-Day Tour & Flight to Helsinki Overall Planning for the Four Nordic Countries 【Nordic 16-Day Free Trip Full Summary】Visiting Four Countries × Chasing Lights in Three Countries — Catching the Aurora in Finland, Norway, and Sweden All at Once!