Welcome to Denmark

From a LEGO house to the stunning Frederiksborg Palace, Denmark is a country of contentment. Embrace the hygge spirit and live out a real-life fairytale in one of the most livable nations on the planet. Be a part of the omnipresent bike culture, certainly the best way to get around when you’re in Copenhagen.

Sit for a while in a Nyhavn café, the city’s most enticing quarter, admiring the multi-colored houses along the quayside. Explore Danish history at the National Museum, where you’ll find a 2,000-year-old sun chariot, or the country’s vibrant art history at the National Gallery, where you’ll find paintings by the Dutch Masters.

Tour the Frederiksborg Palace interiors, where royalty and nobles once lived. Dine on some of the world’s best oysters and mouthwatering Danish honey cakes. See Viking Age monuments in Jelling. Abundantly charming, Denmark is a deep, cleansing breath on the world stage.

Unique Facts

• The Tivoli Gardens, built in 1843, were the inspiration behind the Disney theme parks. Today, you can ride rollercoasters, attend puppet shows and enjoy nightly fireworks displays.
• Smile! Denmark is one of the world’s happiest countries, according to the UN World Happiness report.
• The Danish flag is the oldest state flag in the world, acknowledged in 1219.
• Biking is more than popular; it’s an obsession. And since the country is quite flat, you’ll never have to bike uphill. There are more than 7,456 miles of bike lanes throughout the country.
• The Danish alphabet has three additional letters than the English alphabet: Æ, Ø and Å. 

Language

Denmark’s official language is Danish.

When To Go

The best time to go to Denmark is March to May or June to August.

Airports

Copenhagen Airport

Passport Validity

Passport must be valid at time of entry for six months beyond arrival date.

Visa Required By US Citizen?

None for stays of 90 days or less

Vaccinations

The CDC recommends the following vaccines for most travelers when visiting Denmark: Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B and Rabies.

Electrical Outlets

Power plugs and sockets: types E and K. Standard voltage: 230V. Frequency: 50Hz.

Currency

Official local currency: Kroner

Getting Around

Danish roads are of high quality and connect all areas of the country. Bicycles are widely used, and bike lanes are very common. Bicycles have the right-of-way.

Denmark has an extensive and efficient public transportation system. Trains, buses, and ferries connect Copenhagen with other major cities in Denmark and with Norway, Sweden, Poland, and Germany.

Driver’s License

A valid driver’s license from country of origin is required. International driving permit is recommended.

US Embassy Info

U.S. Embassy Copenhagen
Dag Hammarskjölds Allé 24
2100 Copenhagen
Denmark
Telephone: +(45) 3341-7100
Emergency After-Hours Telephone: +(45) 3341-7400
Fax: +(45) 3538-9616
copenhagenACS@state.gov

Local Visitor Info

Tourist Information Center
Bernstorffsgade 14 Inside Central Railway Station
Copenhagen 1577 Denmark

Local Emergency Phone Numbers

General Emergency: 112

Safety and Security

Freetown Christiania, in Christianshavn area of Copenhagen, is known for illicit drug activity. Be aware that Christiania residents have imposed a strict no-photography policy. Tourists taking phots have been assaulted and robbed.

Pickpocketers and purse snatchers operate aggressively in areas frequented by tourists, as well as on crowded trains and buses, and at train stations – Copenhagen Central Station in particular. More sophisticated thieves also target the Copenhagen Airport and cruise ship quays.