Holidays in Copenhagen
Old-fashioned fairground rides, harbour swims and the home of Lego next door. Here's what Copenhagen is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.
Old-fashioned fairground rides, harbour swims and the home of Lego next door. Here's what Copenhagen is like with the family, when to go and how long to stay.

The EU is bringing in new entry checks, so check the rules on GOV.UK before you book.
May to August has long light evenings, harbour swimming and Tivoli in full swing. Tivoli also opens for Halloween and Christmas, which are lovely with children. January to March is cold, dark and quiet.
A fairy-tale amusement park from 1843, open in summer, at Halloween and at Christmas.
Northern Europe's biggest aquarium, with a shark tunnel and sea otters.
Swim in clean harbour water at Islands Brygge in summer.
See Nyhavn's coloured houses and the Little Mermaid from the water.
A hands-on science centre that keeps all ages busy for hours.
A dry ski slope and climbing wall on top of a power station.
Yes. It's small, safe and flat, with playgrounds everywhere and some of the best family attractions in Europe. Hiring a cargo bike is a fun way to get around.
Three or four nights is plenty for the city. Add a few days if you want to visit Legoland in Billund, about three hours away.
No, British passport holders can visit for up to 90 days in any 180 without a visa. New EU entry checks are being brought in, so check GOV.UK before you travel.
Yes, eating out costs more than in the UK. A Copenhagen Card covers transport and most attractions, and up to two children under 12 travel free with each adult.
Put Copenhagen on standby with everyone's other ideas. You each spread your points in secret, get one veto, and the draw picks where you go.