Denmark
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Overview
Chart-topping contentment and quality of life, blockbuster dining and design, and a cheerful emphasis on hygge â explore (and envy) what makes Denmark tick.
Attractions
Must-see attractions
Helsingør
Best known as the Elsinore Castle of Shakespeare's Hamlet, this Unesco World Heritage Site is a vast Renaissance masterpiece topped by baroque green…
Zealand
One of Denmark's most impressive buildings, this gigantic, Dutch Renaissance–styled fortress-palace rises proudly out of photogenic moat-lake Slotsø…
Zealand
Five original Viking ships, discovered at the bottom of Roskilde Fjord, are displayed in the main hall of this must-see museum. A short walk away, the…
Billund
Mind-blowing Lego models, fun rides and the happy-family magic associated with great theme parks have transformed Legoland into Denmark’s most visited…
Central Jutland
Inside this small whitewashed church, erected around 1100, are some vividly restored 12th-century frescoes; the main attractions, however, are the two…
Zealand
This extraordinary museum of modern and contemporary art should be high on your 'to do' list even if you're not normally a gallery-goer. Along with its…
Copenhagen
Christiansborg Slot is home to Folketinget (the Danish parliament), the Prime Minister's office and the Supreme Court. Visitor highlights include the…
Bornholm
The impressive ruins of Hammershus Slot, dramatically perched on top of a cliff 74m above the sea, are the largest in Scandinavia. The castle was thought…
Planning Tools
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Best Places to Visit
Denmark punches above its weight when it comes to things to see and do.
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This Scandinavian star appeals in all seasons – though each has its own pros and cons. Read our guide before you plan your trip to Denmark.
Read articleThings to Know
Get to grips with Danish culture and customs before traveling with these insider tips.
Read articleTransportation
From bikes to buses, here’s our advice for the best ways to get around Denmark.
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