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Currency: Danish Krone (DKK), 1 Krone = 100 øre. Hostels (average price/night) – 160 DKK Essential Information 4* hotel (average price/night) – 1200 DKK Money 3 Money exchange is easy in as there Car-hire (medium-sized car/day) – 680 DKK are many banks and exchange kiosks. The ser- The museums and main sights typically cost 20 to Communication 4 The capital of Denmark stretches its charming vice fees are quite high, though. Generally, it is 80 DKK, half-price for children. Students with ISIC center over two islands. Don’t be put off by its cheaper to withdraw money from an ATM – they are eligible to discounts of anything between 20% Holidays 5 small size – it offers an amazing array of oppor- are plentiful. and 50%. Transportation 6 tunities for an unforgettable stay. It is a ma- jor cultural hub and home to countless royal, Visa and Master Card are widely accepted in Den- Tipping Food 8 state and private museums and galleries that mark with one exception; supermarkets usually Service charges are included in the bill. If you present mind-blowing exhibits, artworks and accept only Danish cards – best to check the stick- have been really satisfied with the service, round- Events During The Year 9 collections. You can also marvel at its magnifi- ers on the door when entering. ing up the bill is always appreciated. cent historical buildings in New Port or Strædet 10 Things to do as well as modern architectural gems. When Tax Refunds tired of the city, you can easily find peace in its DOs and DO NOTs 11 The VAT is 25% and is refundable to non-EU resi- vast parks or in the surrounding picturesque dents. You can get a refund (minus fees) in Den- Activities 13 villages. mark if it is the last EU country visited before your Copenhagen is said to be one of the most en- return home. To be eligible, you need to spend at . vironmentally-friendly cities in the world. The least 300 DKK in one shop on one day. You will be pedestrian-friendly city is inhabited by cordial given a form and check that need to be stamped people who never seem to be in a bad mood – by the custom authorities. It can be cashed with despite the quickly changeable weather! two companies: Global Blue Denmark A/S and Emergency Contacts Tax Free Worldwide Denmark. Time Zone General emergency number: 112 CET (UTC/GMT +1 hour), the daylight saving Prices time is in effect from March to October. Denmark is very expensive, but there are ways to cut costs. Note that the majority of accom- Contacts modations distinguish between the high season Tourist Contacts (mid-June to mid-August) and low season, and the Non-emergency police hotline: 114 price difference can be quite significant. There Information hotline for tourists: +45 70 22 are also many well-facilitated camping grounds. 24 42 Meal, inexpensive restaurant – 110 DKK customer service: +45 Meal for 2, mid-range restaurant, three-course 3231 3231 – 570 DKK Combo Meal at McDonalds or Similar – 70 DKK Bottle of water at supermarket – 10 DKK Domestic beer (0.5 liter, draught) – 40 DKK Souvenir t-shirt – 150 DKK Gasoline (1 liter) – 12.50 DKK

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Electricity Internet Resources January 1 – New Year's Day (Nytårsdag) Maundy Thursday (Skærtorsdag, Thursday be- The standard electricity supply in Denmark is Official Tourist Website (www.visitcopenhagen. fore Easter Sunday) 220-240 volt, 50 Hz AC and it has its own socket. com) Good Friday (Langfredag, Friday before Easter The Danish standard plug has two round pins. My Copenhagen (www.welcome-to-my-copenhagen. Sunday) The non-grounded Europlug and Schuko will fit com) Easter Sunday (Påskedag) without an adapter. If coming from the US, you Official Denmark Tourist Website (denmark. Easter Monday (2. Påskedag) will also need a converter to change the voltage. dk) General Prayer Day (Store Bededag, the 4th Languages Friday after Easter) Ascension Day (Kristi Himmelfartsdag, 40 days The national language is Danish but English is after Easter) spoken widely and with a high level of proficiency. Whit Sunday and Monday (Pinsedag, 7 weeks Many Danish also speak German but they prefer after Easter) English when communicating with foreigners. December 25-26 Christmas (Juledag)

Mobile Phones Opening Hours The standard mobile network (GSM/GPRS/3G) The standard opening times for shops are 6 a.m. covers the whole country including the outlying to 6 p.m., or until 7 p.m. on Fridays. On Sundays, islands. Check compatibility with your provider if the shops are generally open from 12 p.m. to 4 coming from a non-GSM standard country. Note p.m. The post offices and banks generally open that not all phone booths allow international calls. 10 a.m. to 5 or 6 p.m. and stay closed on week- ends. The international dialing code for Denmark is +45; there are no area or city codes for Denmark. The opening hours of attractions vary greatly. Some places and museums may be closed on Internet Mondays and the attractions usually don’t open It is easy to connect to the Internet in Copen- sooner than 11 a.m. hagen. The S-trains serving the city have free Wi-Fi, for which you only need to have registered with Gratis Danmark (logon.gratis-danmark.dk) beforehand to access. A list of free hotspots can be found at OpenWiFi.dk (openwifi.dk) McDon- alds, other chains and petrol stations offer Wi-Fi too, but usually for a nominal fee. There are also many internet cafés and libraries that allow tourists to connect.

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Public Transportation extra fee (15-20 DKK). International credit cards Driving opposite the main station to get a brochure with There are two main transportation hubs: Central as well as Euros are usually accepted; just let the Driving in Copenhagen is not that great – the extensive information regarding Copenhagen ac- Station and Nørreport Station. All means of trans- driver know when getting in. There are no scams streets get congested every day and the prices for cessibility. port use a unified system of ticketing according to be aware of; all cars are equipped with meters. parking never seem to stop soaring. On the other to the zones traveled. Tickets can be purchased The meter starts at 24 DKK and every subsequent hand, driving in the scenic countryside is an amaz- from vending machines at stations. kilometer is 11,50 DKK. The prices may vary ac- ing experience. The roads are generally in per- cording to the time of the day. fect condition, reasonably signposted and used A single ride ticket valid for 2 zones costs 24 DKK, by well-behaved drivers. Tolls are charged only 36 DKK for 3 zones. The tickets are valid one hour Phone numbers: at Storebæltsbroen and Øresundsbron bridges. after validation. If you plan a longer stay, you Codan Taxi, +45 70 25 25 25 Speed limits in Danish cities – 50 km/h might consider purchasing a ten trip card which Amager-Øbro Taxi, +45 32 51 51 51 Regular roads outside cities – 80 km/h costs 145/190 DKK or a CityPass (75/190 DKK for Hovedstadens Taxi, +45 38 77 77 77 Main roads – 90 km/h 24 and 72 hours respectively). Ryvangen Bilen A/S, +45 39 18 18 18 Motorways – 130 km/h Taxa 4 x 35, +45 35 35 35 35 Blood alcohol limit – .05 bac (0,5 pro mille) Another option is the cOPENhagen CARD (www. Taxamotor A/S, +45 38 10 10 10 Wearing a seat-belt is compulsory. visitcopenhagen.com) which guarantees free en- Children under 130 cm must travel in a child try to many sights and attractions, free transport Regional Transportation car seat. (including the route from the airport) and includes There are two main travel companies, DSB oper- Use hands-free if you need to use your phone. two children under 10 years for free. It costs 249 ates trains and Abildskou operates buses. Every DKK for 24 hours, 479 DKK for 72 hours and 699 region is also served by its own transportation Walkability DKK for 120 hours. providers. Copenhagen is a gem among walkable cities. Having undergone many efforts towards pedes- Children under 12 don’t need a public transport You can plan your route across various means of trian-friendliness, now it is a delight to explore ticket if they travel with a paying adult. You need transport at Rejseplanen.dk (www.rejseplanen. on foot. There are many pedestrian streets, the a three-zone ticket to travel to the airport. dk) – very useful website. The zoning system pavements are wide and the public transporta- (intl.m.dk) – two lines op- works here as well – for shorter routes, you can tion system connects well. Walk; do not take a erated by automatized trains without drivers, buy a ticket just for the number of zones needed. bus tour here! run even through the night. The buses are always cheaper than trains. S-Tog (www.dsb.dk) – modern train system Copenhagen is also very bike-friendly. There are running at ten-minute intervals, the equiva- Ferries are operated by countless companies, free public bikes available outside any important lent of the German S-Bahn. some tickets need to be booked in advance – hub or landmark – just pay the refundable deposit Movia Buses (www.moviatrafik.dk) – an effi- always check beforehand. and then you’re free to go. You need to stay in the cient but quite chaotic system. The buses are inner city, though. If you want to venture beyond entered at the front and exited only from the Websites of transport companies: the city center, you can rent a cheap bike from back or middle – push the button to get off. Abildskou Buses (www.abildskou.dk) numerous rental shops situated downtown. There are also night buses marked by N. DSB (www.dsb.dk) Mols Linien Ferries (www.mols-linien.dk) With these conditions, it is not surprising that Taxis the city is well-prepared for the disabled as well. Taxis are plentiful, quick and safe. They can be Many sights are wheelchair-accessible, only some hailed from the street or booked by phone for an shops may be hard to get to. Visit the tourist office

6 7 FOOD EVENTS DURING THE YEAR

Specialties February Copenhagen Fashion Week (www.copenhagenfashionweek. Smørrebrød – a typical lunch. Sandwich with com) ham, egg or paste made of liver. Comes in many April varieties: Rullepølse (meat jelly, onion, parsley), CPH:PIX (www.cphpix.dk) (international film Røget laks (smoked salmon, shrimp, dill), Stjer- festival) neskud (steamed and fried fish). May Copenhagen Carnival (www.copenhagencarnival. Gule ærter – pea soup served with salted pork and com) vegetables Boller i karry – meatballs with curry Copenhagen Marathon (live.copenhagenmarathon. sauce and cucumber salad Hakkebøf – beef steak dk) with onions and brown sauce Medisterpølse – June spicy sausage made of minced pork Påskelam – Copenhagen Distortion (cphdistortion.dk) (cul- lamb with herbs and garlic tural festival) July Brunede kartofler – caramelized potatoes, popu- (jazz.dk) lar part of the Christmas dinner Øllebrød – pud- August ding made of rye bread, beer and sugar Æblekage Copenhagen Fashion Week (www.copenhagenfashionweek. – apple charlotte Risalamande – vanilla-flavored com) rice pudding with almonds October The Night of Culture (www.visitcopenhagen. Drinks com) November Definitely try Akvavit (snaps), herbed spirit made CPH:DOX (www.cphdox.dk) (international doc- of potatoes. The Danish have a great variety umentary film festival) of fruit wines and bitters, too. On cold days, have Gløgg, hot spiced punch made of red wine, brandy and sherry or Mjød (mead). Non-drinkers will certainly enjoy a cup of hot chocolate or hot Hyldeblomstsaft, a sweet elderflower drink.

Legal Age The legal drinking age is 18. However, one can be 16 years old to purchase alcohol below 16.5% in stores. Smoking is banned in all restaurants and bars except those under 40 m².

8 9 THINGS TO DO DOS AND DO NOTS

Free Things To Do DO rent a bike – the most ‘local’ way to get Statue of The Little Mermaid around the city center. Changing of the Guards in front of Amalien- DO visit at least one museum – the Danish col- borg Palace lections are astonishing. Botanical Garden DO expect alcohol to be very expensive. National Museum DO NOT forget to bring an umbrella with you National Gallery of Denmark – the weather is changeable and you can get The Royal Danish Arsenal Museum and other totally soaked within a minute. major museums are free one day a week – DO NOT walk in the bicycle lanes. check them individually. DO NOT joke about or badmouth the royal New Glyptotek is free on Sundays. family, as you will cause great offense. Garden Safety Christiania Copenhagen is considered one of the safest cities Deer Park in Europe. There have been some cases of gang Søemods Bolcher – you can see how the leg- violence recently, but those have never been tar- endary candies are made right in the shop. geted at tourists. Exercise your common sense, Shopping avoid abandoned or poorly-lit areas at night and always take care of your belongings. Try to stay Don’t miss out on the opportunity to bring home away from the Nørrebro neighborhood (or “little the most popular souvenirs – Danish sweets: Arabia”) at night – this is the main hub of gang-re- Flødeboller (chocolate-covered marshmallows), lated conflicts. There may be peddlers and var- Pålægschokolade (chocolate bread) or Søemods ious gamblers on the pedestrian streets – never Bolcher (traditional candy). Lego is the second engage them, you will lose your money for sure. most loved purchase, be it a souvenir or a gift. There’s also a nice selection of Christmas orna- The tap water is safe to drink in Denmark. ments and Porcelain.

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The Little Mermaid / Den Lille Havfrue A A true staple of Copenhagen and a tribute to the great Danish fairy tale writer Hans Christian Andersen.

Langelinie 19, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.69295, E12.59939

New Port of Copenhagen / B The iconic sight of the city. A narrow port full of beautiful ships from the old times, lined by rows of colourful buildings.

Nyhavn, 1057 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.67944, E12.59120

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Amalienborg Palace / C D The winter home of the Danish royal family – take a look around the place One of the oldest and most visited theme parks in the world. Bring the where kings have lived for the last two centuries. whole family to the place bringing so much joy to people since 1843.

Amalienborgs, 1257 Copenhagen, Denmark H. C. Andersens Boulevard 26, 1553 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.68453, E12.59321 GPS: N55.67388, E12.56838 Phone: Phone: +45 3312 2186 +45 3315 1001 Opening hours: Opening hours: Jan 1 – Apr 30 (Nov 1 – Dec 21): Oct 11, 2013 – Oct 27, 2013 Mon: closed Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. – 11 p.m. Tue – Sun: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Nov 15, 2013 – Dec 31, 2013 Winter Holiday (week 7): daily 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Tue – Sun: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Easter Holiday: daily 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Opening days in 2014: May 1 – Oct 31: Summer: Apr 10 – Sep 21 Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Halloween: Oct 10 – Oct 26 Dec 27 – Dec 30: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Christmas: Nov 14 – Dec 31 Dec 22-6 and 31: closed Admission: Admission: Adults (8+): DKK 95 Sun – Fri: Children (0-7): free Adults: DKK 65 Seniors (65+), students: DKK 45 The Marble Church / Marmorkirken Children (0-17): free E Sat: Inspired by the colossal St. Pete's Cathedral in Rome, its younger and Adults: DKK 80 smaller sibling is still very impressive and a definite must-see. Seniors (65+), students: DKK 55 4, 1265 Copenhagen, Denmark Children (0-17): free GPS: N55.68525, E12.58924 Phone: +45 33 15 01 44 Opening hours: Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wed: 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. Fri, Sun: noon – 5 p.m. Services on Sundays and feasts: 10:30 a.m. Admission: Free admission.

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Rosenborg Castle / Rosenborg Slot / Christiansborg Slot F H The former seat of Danish kings; this impressive palace surrounded by The site of the Danish parliament and Supreme Court. Take a guided tour beautiful gardens is a definite must-see. inside the traditional "power base" of Denmark.

Øster Voldgade 4A, 1350 Copenhagen, Denmark Prins Jørgens Gård 1, 1218 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.68579, E12.57741 GPS: N55.67587, E12.57909 Phone: Phone: +45 3315 3286 +45 33 92 64 92 Opening hours: Opening hours: Jan 2 – Apr 30: Museum: Tue – Sun: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Tue – Thu: 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. (Tour on Wed at 2 p.m. in Danish) Winter Holiday (week 7) + Easter Holiday: daily 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sat – Sun: 1 p.m. – 4 p.m. May 1 – May 31 (Sep 1 – Oct 31): Chapel: daily 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Tour on Sun at 2 p.m. in Danish) Jun 1 – Aug 31: Royal Reception Rooms: daily 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Tour daily 3 p.m. in English) Nov 1 – Dec 21: Oct – Apr: closed Mondays Tue – Sun: 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. : Dec 27 – Dec 30: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mon – Sun: 1:30 p.m. – 4 p.m. Closed on Dec 22-6 and 31. Oct – Apr: closed Mondays Admission: The ruins are closed until Jan 2014. Adults: DKK 80 Admission: Seniors, Students: DKK 55 Combination tickets (Royal Reception Rooms and the Royal Stables): Children (0-17): free Adults: DKK 100 Students: DKK 85 Children (7-14): DKK 50 Strøget / Strøget G Theater Museum: The ultimate shopping experience in Denmark. A pedestrian zone full of Adults: DKK 40 brand boutiques as well as large shopping centres. Seniors, Students: DKK 30 Strøget, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark Children: free GPS: N55.67897, E12.57972 The guided tours are included in the tickets. Free tours of the Palace Chapel or the Parliament are available as well.

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Round Tower / Rundetårn City Hall Square / Rådhuspladsen I K Built as an astronomical observatory, this tower is sure to captivate your Enjoy the heart of Copenhagen. Perfect for shopping of any kind or just a heart with the amazing view it offers. pleasant stroll around the city.

Købmagergade 52A, 1150 Copenhagen, Denmark Rådhuspladsen, 1550 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.68114, E12.57640 GPS: N55.67656, E12.56915 Phone: +45 33 73 03 73 King's New Square / Kongens Opening hours: L Mar 22 – May 20: The biggest and most beautiful square in Copenhagen. Also a busy site Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. with many historic buildings around, such as . May 21 – Sep 20: GPS: N55.68058, E12.58592 Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sep 21 – Oct 15: Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Oct 15 – Mar 19: Church of Our Lady Copenhagen / Vor Frue Kirke Thu – Mon: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. M The National Cathedral of Denmark, a real monument, and a must-see for Tue – Wed: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. all visitors. A place with a special atmosphere. Admission: Adults: DKK 25 Nørregade 8, 1165 Copenhagen, Denmark Children (5-15): DKK 5 GPS: N55.67929, E12.57218 Phone: +45 33151078 Copenhagen Citadel / Kastellet J Opening hours: The impressive fortress is one of the best preserved fortifications in Eu- Mon – Sun: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m. rope. Now that the time of wars is over, it serves as a pleasant park. Admission: Free admission. Gl. Hovedvagt, Kastellet 1, 2100 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.69136, E12.59497 Phone: +45 3347 9511 Opening hours: Mon – Sun: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m. Admission: Free admission.

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Church of our Saviour Copenhagen / Vor Frelsers Kirke / Kobenhavns Radhus N O The national treasure of Denmark. Climb up the unique spiral tower for a One of the tallest buildings in Copenhagen, with great views of the city is stunning view of the whole city. also home to the amazing Jens Olsen's World Clock.

Sankt Annæ Gade 29, 1416 Copenhagen, Denmark Rådhuspladsen 1, 1550 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.67280, E12.59401 GPS: N55.67640, E12.56960 Phone: Phone: +45 32 54 68 83 +45 33 66 33 66 Opening hours: Opening hours: Church: Tower: daily 11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Sat: noon – midnight Tower: Mon – Fri: 2 p.m. – 2 a.m. Mar 2 – May 31 (Sep 16 – Dec 1): Mon: – Fri: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m. Mon – Sat: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Guided tours Sun and Holidays: 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (last admission at 3:45 p.m.) Mon – Fri: 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Jun 1 – Sep 15: Sat: noon Mon – Sat: 10 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. Admission: Sun and Holidays: 10:30 a.m. – 7:30 p.m. (last admission at 7:15 p.m.) General admission: DKK 20 Dec 6 -15: Thu – Sat: 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. The Amalie Garden / Amaliehaven Sun: 10:30 a.m. – 4 p.m. (last admission at 3:45 p.m.) P Located between Amalienborg Palace and the waterfront, this small park Admission: offers lovely view of the city. Do not miss the fountain and . Jun 1 – Sep 15: Adults: DKK 40 GPS: N55.68357, E12.59514 Seniors (65+), Students: DKK 30 Children (8-14): DKK 10 Mar 2 – May 31, Sep 16 – Dec 15: Strædet Adults: DKK 35 Q Seniors (65+), Students: DKK 25 Another alternative to Stroget, yet the shops and cafés of Straedet are said Children (8-14): DKK 5 to be more charming and set in more relaxed armosphere. Strædet, 1201 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.67778, E12.57688

St. Ann's Square / Sankt Annæ Plads R This long and narrow square used to be a canal but it serves as a place for relaxation after its transformation. Many fine old buildings nearby.

GPS: N55.68162, E12.59113

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Danish Resistance Museum / Frihedsmuseet Royal Danish Theater / Kongelige Teater S V Learn the exciting story of the brave heroes that defended Denmark Drama, opera, ballet, concerts – you will find all of it here at one of the against Nazi aggresion. A sure visit especially for lovers of history. many different stages of the theatre.

Esplanaden 48, 1263 Copenhagen, Denmark 9, 1050 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.68818, E12.59612 GPS: N55.67965, E12.58602 Phone: Phone: +45 3347 3921 +45 3369 6933 Opening hours: Opening hours: Closed until further notice due to a fire. The reconstruction is supposed to The Box Offices at the Royal Danish Theatre venues are open for personal take several years. inquiries two hours prior to performances.

Church of the Holy Ghost / Helligåndskirken Magasin du Nord T W One of the oldest churches in Copenhagen, founded at the beginning of Classy department store in the heart of Copenhagen. Tons of designer the 15th century and located on the pedestrian street Strøget. boutiques and elegant fashion on every corner.

GPS: N55.67913, E12.57728 Kongens Nytorv 13, 1050 Copenhagen, Denmark Opening hours: GPS: N55.67976, E12.58553 High Mass (Sunday): Phone: 10 a.m. (summer time), 11 a.m. (winter time) +45 33 11 44 33 Glockenspiel: Opening hours: Mon – Fri: 11:45 – 11:55 (except for Jul, Aug) Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Check the website prior to your visit to see the current opening hours.

Charlottenborg Palace / Charlottenborg Slot U A large town mansion originally built for Norwegian governor Ulrik Frederik Gyldenløve. Now the base of the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts.

GPS: N55.67998, E12.58678 Opening hours: Mon: closed Tue – Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Wed: 11 a.m. – 8 p.m. Private guided tours need to be booked ahead. Admission: Adults: DKK 60 Seniors & Students: DKK 40 Children (0-16): free Free admission on Wed after 5 p.m.

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New Carlsberg Glyptotek / Kronborg Palace / Kronborg Slot X Y Founded by the Danish beer magnate, this breath-taking showcase of an- Probably the most famous castle in Denmark, thanks to Shakespeare's cient Greco-Roman art is the largest such collection in Northern Europe. Hamlet, and definitely the most visited one of them.

Dantes Plads 7, 1556 Copenhagen, Denmark Kronborg 2c, 3000 Helsingør, Denmark GPS: N55.67312, E12.57257 GPS: N56.03919, E12.61943 Phone: Phone: + 45 33 41 81 41 +45 4921 3078 Opening hours: Opening hours: Tue – Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Jan – Easter, Nov – Dec: Closed on Mondays, Jan 1, June 5, Dec 24-25. Tue – Sun: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Every Sunday at 1 p.m. the museum offers free guided tours (May through Easter – May, Sep – Oct: Aug). Mon – Sun: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission: Jun – Aug: Adults: DKK 75 Mon – Sun: 10 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. Children (0-18): free Last admission 30 mins before closing time. Sun: free Closed on Dec 24, 25 and 31. Admission: Large Castle Ticket: Adults: DKK 75 Children (6-17): DKK 30 Small Castle Ticket: Adults: DKK 35 Children (6-17): DKK 25 Children under 15 must be accompanied by an adult.

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National Museum of Denmark / Nationalmuseet Z This is the starting place if you are a history lover and find yourself in Den- mark. Several thousand years in one building.

Frederiksholms Kanal 12, 1220 Copenhagen, Denmark GPS: N55.67526, E12.57454 Phone: +45 3313 4411 Opening hours: Tue – Sun: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Closed on Mondays, Dec 24, 25, 31. The Childrens Museum closes at 4.30 p.m. every day. Guided tours every Tue, Thu, Sun at 11 a.m. from Jun – Sep. Sign up at the Information Desk to attend on the day itself. Admission: Free admission. Guided tours: General admission: DKK 30 Children (0-18): free

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