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Copenhagen's Kastrup International Airport is located 8 kilometers from the city. You can get from there to the Danish capital by traditional cab, bus, metro or train.
By taxi
Cab parking is located at the arrival areas of the two operating airport terminals. It takes about 20 minutes to reach the city center, and the fare is 250-300 DKK (€35-40). It is often possible to pay by bank card, but it is best to ask the driver about this in advance.
By bus
Bus No. 5A, which runs through the city center (the stop is listed as City Centre on the route), leaves about every 10-15 minutes, and the whole trip takes about half an hour. You can buy tickets at the vending machines in Terminal 3 or from the driver, but it is better to prepare coins in advance. The cost of public transportation tickets depends on the zone you need to reach and varies from 24 DKK (€3 - 2 zones) to 108 DKK (€14.5 - all zones). You can usually find out which zone you need to go to by looking at the signposts at each stop.
By train
It runs as often as the bus (i.e. every 10-15 minutes), but you will spend less time on the trip - about 15 minutes at most. Trains run to the Central Station, located almost in the center of the city, from Platform 2 (the railway station is located in Terminal 3). Be prepared that during rush hour there can be a lot of pandemonium.
You can buy tickets at the DSB office or the ticket machines located in Terminal 3. Tickets are not sold on the train.
By subway
There is also a metro station at the end of the same Terminal 3. The metro operates 24 hours a day, with trains departing every 4-6 minutes during the day and 15-20 minutes at night. The duration of the trip to the center is the same as that of a regular train - about 15 minutes.
Moving around the Danish capital by public transportation is a pleasure.
The Copenhagen Metro is probably the most convenient way to travel, and it is also convenient because it has only two branches with 22 stations, so the chance of getting lost is extremely low.
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The green line, the M1, connects Vanløse station in the city center and Vestamager station in the suburb of Ørestad on the island of Amager. The yellow M2 line also starts at Vanløse and runs through the center of the capital like the M1 to Christianshavn. The final stop is Lufthavnen at Kastrup Airport Terminal 3. (Not to be confused with Kastrup station!).
The Copenhagen metro is free for children under 12, while adults must pay 24 DKK (€3) for a single ride in 2 metro zones (this is a basic ticket valid for one hour). For frequent trips on the metro, as well as on trains and buses, it is more advantageous to buy a City Pass: for 24 hours - 80 DKK (€11), for 72 hours - 200 DKK (€27). Keep in mind that ticket holders are vigilantly checked by controllers, and the fine for fare dodging is not insignificant - 750 DKK (€100).
Buses run not only in the city, but also in the suburbs. The central bus station is located on Town Hall Square, and bus stops are easily recognized by special yellow signs.
Curiously, Denmark has its own system of route classification. There are yellow-colored day buses (Dagbusser). They start at 5:00 am and end at 1:00 am. Day buses are subdivided into yellow and red buses (A-bus) that run in and around the city and yellow and blue expresses to more remote areas (S-bus).
Night buses (Natbusser) run in the capital region from 1.00 am to 5.00 am. They are designated with the letter N.
The interval of movement during the day is usually 5-7 minutes, and at night - from 15 to 20 minutes. There are also unusual Havnebusser buses in Copenhagen - yellow-colored port boat buses, which can be used to travel along the city's canals and the water area of the park.
The Danish capital seems to be designed for leisurely strolls through its streets, enjoying the beauty and elegance of this city. We advise you to take a few tips that will diversify your vacation in Copenhagen.
Everyone who has ever visited the Danish capital, notes that Copenhagen is a surprisingly cozy and comfortable city. And to see and feel it as well as the Danes themselves, it is worth taking some tips from the locals.
For example, that it is better to get acquainted with Copenhagen from the pedestrian street Stroget, which goes to the square with a fountain, from which you can start any journey around the city.
The Nyhavn neighborhood is another attraction worth seeing, as it is a piece of old Copenhagen. The colored houses along the canal create a unique fairy tale atmosphere, and unnoticeably lead you to the waterfront, along which you can walk to the famous Little Mermaid. Nyhavn also brews great beer and serves delicious herring!
The Koedbyen neighborhood, home to Copenhagen's bohemian crowd, deserves a special mention. The neighborhood is a bit far from the main pedestrian streets, but it's worth a visit, if only for the wonderful fish restaurant Fiskebar.
And of course, every visitor to the capital should definitely visit Tivoli Park! It is better to go there when it gets dark - the illumination turns this place into a real fairy tale, and the rides take you back to your childhood no worse than a time machine!
And to add an intellectual touch to your visit, check out the Statens Museum of Art - the State Museum of Art. Here you can see paintings by Titian, Rembrandt, Rubens, Picasso, Matisse and many other maestros of international renown. If you want to delve into art thoroughly, it is worth driving 20 kilometers from Copenhagen to Louisiana Museum of Modern Art.
Even for the budget tourist, the Danish capital can offer a lot of entertainment, for which you do not have to pay a krone. So, what's on the list?
Karlsberg's New Glyptothek
This art museum is simply a paradise for lovers of beauty. Paintings, sculptures and other works of art from antiquity to the present day will leave few indifferent. Admission is free on Tuesdays.
National Gallery
Paintings by Danish masters and giants such as Rubens, Titian, Modigliani and Bruegel, prints and many other works of art are reasons to come here for an hour or two. The permanent exhibition is free for visitors.
David Collection
A curious museum dedicated to Islamic art, 18th century decorative arts and Danish modern art. Free on Wednesday and weekends.
National Museum
All of Denmark's history under one roof, from primitive times to the present, plus a rich ethnographic collection and interesting exhibitions for children. Entrance is free at any time.
Ethnographic Museum
A real old Danish village in the open air will appeal to both adults and children. A great place to spend a whole day here with your family. Admission is free and the museum is open from May 1 to October 21.
Christiansborg Palace
Part of the palace chambers as well as the exhibitions and museum are open to tourists free of charge.
Deer Park
A piece of wilderness in the middle of the city, plus you can meet real royal deer.
Botanical Gardens
An unforgettable journey into the tropics with butterflies, outlandish flowers and picturesque jungle.
Get to know the city in 2 hours on the daily Copenhagen City Walk. Here you'll see colorful historic districts, get tips from locals and get a taste of the cherished hügge!
