Top Copenhagen Day Trips

Visit two countries in one day—and explore castles, cathedrals, skyscrapers, and more—on this tour from Copenhagen. Travel via luxury minibus to Helsingør (Elsinore), where you can visit the UNESCO-listed Kronborg Castle (own expense), immortalized in Shakespeare’s 'Hamlet.' Then, hop on a ferry to Sweden. Enjoy free time to explore the historical university city of Lund, and get to know buzzing Malmö before returning to Copenhagen.

Make the most of your time in the region with a full-day excursion to the historic cities of Malmo and Lund in neighboring Sweden. Let someone else handle the hassle of transportation, logistics, and border crossings while you enjoy the ride across the Oresund Bridge, before spending the day exploring central Malmo, the Lund Cathedral, and more.

It's all castles and cathedrals. Head out of Copenhagen for the day on this guided small-group tour, visiting UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kronborg Castle, the sitting for Shakespeare's Hamlet, and then Frederiksborg Castle, the largest Renaissance-era castle in Scandinavia. After a tour of the fortresses head to stunning Roskilde Cathedral, the burial spot for numerous kings and queens. Finally, finish the tour at the Viking Ship Museum. This small-group tour is limited to just 16 people or fewer.

This day trip allows you to travel by train and visit another country—Sweden. Avoid the hassle of booking transport tickets and planning an itinerary, and let someone else do the hard work instead. From Copenhagen, head to the beautiful city of Malmö and enjoy a private tour of local highlights such as the Old Town, the Church of St. Peter, Malmö Castle, and Malmö City Library with a delicious Swedish lunch along the way too.

Møns Klint is a magnificent stretch of chalk cliffs that have been recognized as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. Explore this natural wonder in a safe way without the worry of getting lost with this hassle-free day trip from Copenhagen. Once at Møns Klint, learn about the area's history, and visit the GeoCenter to see an exhibition and watch a 3D movie.

Make the most of Denmark’s vibrant capital with a money-saving Copenhagen Card. How? Simply buy a card valid for 24, 48, 72, 96 or 120 hours and save your way around the city with free admission to 89 attractions and activities, including the must-visit Tivoli Gardens and much more. Plus, enjoy free public transport throughout the Capital Region via bus, train, harbour bus, and metro.

Get a local's perspective on Copenhagen as you cruise through Copenhagen's canals on this guided tour. Limited to a small group of just 12 people, the captain tailors the tour to the group's interests, meaning you get a personalized experience and the opportunity to participate in any special events or festivals occurring. Get a deeper insight than most visitors to Copenhagen.

Explore Copenhagen's most important landmarks aboard an open-air, double-decker bus during this hop-on hop-off tour. Disembark at attractions like Amalienborg, Little Mermaid, Nyhavn, and Tivoli Gardens. Spend as much or as little time as you like at each stop and enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the city on the way. Listen to the audio tour in 10 different languages for engaging commentary on Copenhagen's history and culture.

Scratch beneath the surface of Copenhagen during this private half-day tour which combines top attractions with hidden gems you might not have found alone, ideal for time-pressed travelers. Learn about the city’s culture, history, and cuisine from your personal local guide and take the opportunity to get personalized recommendations for the rest of your trip.

Enjoy skip-the-line admission to Copenhagen's popular Tivoli Gardens, one of the city's top attractions. Save valuable vacation time by purchasing your tickets ahead of time, allowing you to skip the ticket-buying line and proceed directly inside. Spend as much time as you like exploring the performances, the amusement park rides, and the dining options in the food hall.

Maximize your time in Denmark by crossing the bridge and visiting another country—Sweden. This bus trip is an easy way to get to Malmö, without having to do any transport planning or navigating. Learn about the city’s history through guide commentary on the bus, then enjoy free time to hop off the bus and explore Malmö’s sights independently, such as Stortorget square and Malmö Castle.

The northern area of Zealand island in Denmark is home to a variety of castles and palaces, but getting between these magnificent buildings can be challenging if relying on public transport. With this North Zealand Private Castles Tour, enjoy the perk of exploring in a private group. You’ll travel to Frederiksborg Castle, Fredensborg Palace, and the UNESCO-listed Kronborg Castle all in a day.

A visit to Roskilde is perfect for anyone interested in the Viking Age. Take a deep dive into Danish history and visit a site that was a Viking trading location over 1,000 years ago. No need to worry about figuring out local bus routes as roundtrip private hotel transfers are included from Copenhagen. During the trip, stop off at the Viking Ship Museum at Roskilde Harbour to see the remains of Viking ships from the 11th century.

Immortalized in print as the setting of Shakespeare’s Hamlet, Kronborg Castle (also known as Hamlet Castle) is one of Denmark’s top attractions and a convenient day trip from downtown Copenhagen. This private tour provides an in-depth exploration of the UNESCO-listed castle, its history, and Danish culture—with the full attention of your guide and no unknown guests.

Short and highly selective information in the audio commentary for tourist attractions in around Copenhagen Highlights of this Self-Guided Audio Tour • It allows you to go as per your own convenience of time, pace and locations; skip the content that doesn't interest you and listen longer with content that does interest you. • Not necessary to download any location tracking apps, Audio guide can be listen it on online (or) offline. •Available in multiple languages, you can choose the one which you’re more comfortable with. • It is one of the best option with lowest price when compared to hiring a tour guide. •If you have any questions about any attractions, No worries we will answer in your language instantly by message.

Discover the neighboring Swedish city of Malmo during this self-guided tour. Cross the 5-mile Oresund Bridge from Copenhagen to Malmo and meet at Carlgatan 4, near the central train station. Choose from three options—a 24-hour bus ticket, a bike rental, or a mini train tour, only available during the summer and set your own pace to discover the city’s landmarks. Head back to Copenhagen via the train when you’re ready.

Get more out of your time in Copenhagen by crossing the border and visiting a new country—Sweden. With this stress-free Malmö tour, there’s no need to worry about researching Malmö highlights as a private guide joins you on the adventure. Learn about the city’s best architecture, its top landmarks, and quirky local haunts such as Malmo Saluhall—an indoor food hall in a converted warehouse.

Get personalized attention and enjoy the ability to travel at your own pace on this private walking tour of the castles of Kronborg and Frederiksborg. Listen to in-depth guided commentary on Danish royal history and Shakespeare's "Hamlet" as you stroll through the city, taking in the architecture and culture. Stops include Elsinor and Hillerod, both accessed via train journey from Helsingor.

This private tour saves time waiting around for public transport and helps you get the most out of your time in Denmark. Tick off two castles in the north of Zealand island in a day—the enchanting Kronborg Castle, and the Renaissance castle of Frederiksborg. The guide enhances the tour with commentary about the history of Denmark and background information about its beautiful castles.

Visit royal Denmark at the UNESCO World Heritage Castles at Hillerod and Helsingor on this private full-day trip from Copenhagen with your private guide. Enjoy a scenic train journey and two guided tours of the magnificent Frederiksborg and Kronborg castles. Skip-the-line tickets to both castles and train journeys included. Spend the morning at fairytale Frederiksborg - the castle of the three islands, set majestically on Castle Lake. It is the largest Renaissance castle in Scandinavia dating to the 1600s. It was immaculately restored in the 1800s, and its magnificent interiors are also now home to Denmark's Museum of National History. Travel to Kronborg Castle at Helsingor, better known as Hamlet's castle in Shakespeare's play! It is the largest Renaissance Castle in Scandinavia with outstanding views from its towers and turrets overlooking the Sound of Oresund. Enjoy a scenic coastal train ride back to Copenhagen at the end of the day.

The tour offers exploring the highlights of central Copenhagen and heading north of the city along the coastline to visit two castles. You will visit the Frederiksborg Castle and Kronborg Castle. In Copenhagen you will see the Tivoli Gardens, Stroget, Nihavn, Langelini Park, the Little Mermaid, etc.

Set off from Copenhagen to the nearby Swedish towns of Lund and Malmö during this full-day, guided tour. Drive over the Øresund Bridge to discover the Scania province. Take in the varied medieval and Romanesque architecture of Lund, one of the country’s oldest cities. Take your lunch in Malmö’ at a trendy restaurants and learn about the city’s history and "Malm-hatten" district. 

Enjoy personalized attention and the ability to travel efficiently with this private Swedish food tour from Copenhagen. In a private vehicle with your dedicated guide, cross the Oresund Bridge to Malmo and Scania, where you'll take a deep dive into Swedish cuisine. Learn about Swedish culinary history and explore the agriculture restaurant scene, with all tastings included.

When your ship docks in Copenhagen's port, get off the beaten path with this 7-hour private shore excursion into the Danish countryside. Explore the landscape and Kronborg Castle, then head back to Copenhagen for a city tour. Transportation from the cruise port in a private vehicle included.