Copenhagen

What’s the best way to go sightseeing in Copenhagen? By bike, of course. The city is regularly ranked number one in the index of best cities in the world for cycling, and its network of dedicated cycle paths are a joy to use. Kristoffer Trolle (CC) So, why not do as the Danes do and […]

Copenhagen is one of those cities that will make your wallet sigh. Prices are high compared with most other European capitals, and once you’ve covered all of the basics like food, transport and accommodation, it can be hard to justify splashing even more cash on sightseeing. Yep, Copenhagen is an expensive city to visit. But

Scandinavia’s smallest country may not have the towering mountains, dramatic fjords or endless pine forests of its neighbours Norway and Sweden. But Denmark’s pretty coastal towns, sandy beaches and idyllic islands, strung together by giant bridges, have equal appeal. Pic: magnetismus When asked what you know about Denmark, you might struggle to list more than

Until recently most of the state-run museums in Copenhagen were completely free to visit, which made it possible to spend a whole day sightseeing on a super-tight budget. The Black Diamond Library / Julian Herzog (CC) But thanks to recent government cuts, many of those museums now charge admission fees. We’re never afraid of a

Denmark is a land of castles and, if you’re visiting its capital city Copenhagen, you can easily see a few of the most beautiful. Kronborg Castle Some of the castles are in the city itself, while there are plenty of others that you can easily visit on a day trip from Copenhagen. Denmark’s castles come

You may be surprised to learn that Denmark has over 400 islands, more than 300 of which are uninhabited. Lilly M (CC) Of course, many of these islands are little more than small specks of sand, which can only be reached by kayak or boat, but others are huge, such as Zealand, home to the