Moon Copenhagen & Beyond: Day Trips, Local Spots, Tips to Avoid Crowds

Whether you're sipping coffee by a canal, exploring regal palaces, or discovering the real meaning of hygge, get to know the Danish capital with Moon Copenhagen & Beyond. Inside you'll find:

• Strategic, flexible itineraries designed for visiting top sights and local favorites, whether you have a few days, a week, or longer
• Must-see highlights and unique experiences: Stroll cobbled streets and bike along picture-perfect canals. Watch the changing of the guard at Amalienborg, picnic on the grounds of the Frederiksberg Palace, or spend an afternoon at the iconic old-school amusement park Tivoli Gardens. Snack on open-faced rugbrød (rye bread) sandwiches or delicious Danish pastries and check out Copenhagen's vibrant nightlife
• Get outside the city: Escape the crowds with an easy day trip or short overnight stay. Visit the renowned art collection on the shores of the Øresund, unwind in the Swedish coastal city of Malmö, or stroll the old-fashioned fairground in Kongens Lyngby
• Trusted, expert advice from Copenhagen resident Michael Barrett
• Background information on the city's history and culture, plus handy tips for getting around, traveling sustainably, avoiding crowds, and supporting local businesses
• Full-color photos and detailed maps throughout, plus a fold-out map
• In-depth coverage of neighborhoods, like the Inner City, Vesterbro, Nørrebro, and Christianshavn, and nearby areas, including Kronborg, Kongens Lyngby, Malmö, and more

Explore at your own pace and savor the city like a local with Moon Copenhagen & Beyond.

Want to experience more of Scandinavia? Try Moon Norway. Exploring more of Europe? Check out Moon Iceland or Moon Rome, Florence & Venice.

About Moon Travel Guides: Moon was founded in 1973 to empower independent, active, and conscious travel. We prioritize local businesses, outdoor recreation, and traveling strategically and sustainably. Moon Travel Guides are written by local, expert authors with great stories to tell—and they can't wait to share their favorite places with you.

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