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Home/Destinations/Copenhagen/Copenhagen in 2 days
2 days · Copenhagen itinerary

Copenhagen in 2 Days: The Ideal Itinerary

Two days in Copenhagen lets you add a castle or Sweden day trip. This 2-day Copenhagen itinerary covers the city on day one and a day trip on day two — with the top-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Day 1: Nyhavn & old town
  2. 2Tivoli
  3. 3Day 2: castles or Sweden
  4. 4Food & hygge

Day 1: the city

Explore Nyhavn, take a canal cruise, see the old town and palaces, and enjoy Tivoli.

Day 2: castles or Sweden

Day-trip to Kronborg and Frederiksborg castles, or hop to Malmö in Sweden.

Evening: Danish food

Back in the city, enjoy smørrebrød or new Nordic dining.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Copenhagen — prices per person.

Private Copenhagen Boat cruise in Scandinavian mahogany boat
Copenhagen
Private Copenhagen Boat cruise in Scandinavian mahogany boat
5.0(190)·1 hour
from$92/ person
via Viator
Copenhagen Private Culinary Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Classics
Copenhagen
Copenhagen Private Culinary Food Tour with 6 Tastings of Classics
4.9(56)·3 hours
from$231/ person
via Viator
Full-Day Tour; Castle, Palace & Cathedral, Winter(JAN-MAR)
Copenhagen
Full-Day Tour; Castle, Palace & Cathedral, Winter(JAN-MAR)
5.0(17)·8h 30min
from$208/ person
via Viator
Private Copenhagen Boat Tour: Landmarks and Hidden Gems
Copenhagen
Private Copenhagen Boat Tour: Landmarks and Hidden Gems
5.0(64)·2 hours
from$123/ person
via Viator
Copenhagen Small-Group Food Tour: From Smørrebrød to Pastry
Copenhagen
Copenhagen Small-Group Food Tour: From Smørrebrød to Pastry
4.9(86)·3 hours
from$107/ person
via Viator
Copenhagen: Private VIP Tour to Frederiksborg Castle (snack incl)
−10%
Copenhagen
Copenhagen: Private VIP Tour to Frederiksborg Castle (snack incl)
4.9(13)·4 hours
from$488$542/ person
via Viator
Copenhagen Highlights & Hidden Gems Walking Tour with Local Guide
Copenhagen
Copenhagen Highlights & Hidden Gems Walking Tour with Local Guide
5.0(17)·2h 30min
from$35/ person
via Viator
3-hour Culinary Bike Tour in English
Copenhagen
3-hour Culinary Bike Tour in English
4.8(333)·3 hours
from$107/ person
via Viator

Copenhagen in 2 days — FAQ

Is 2 days enough for Copenhagen?
Two days covers Nyhavn, a canal cruise, the old town and Tivoli on day one and a castle or Sweden day trip on day two — a great balance of city and surroundings.
What should I not miss in 2 days in Copenhagen?
Nyhavn and a canal cruise, the old town and palaces, Tivoli Gardens, a food tour, and a day trip to Kronborg, Frederiksborg or Malmö.
Is a Sweden day trip worth it from Copenhagen?
Yes — Malmö is just 35 minutes away across the Øresund Bridge, making an easy and fun two-country day with a different Scandinavian city to explore.

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