10 Things to Do in Copenhagen in Summer

The summer season is one of the best times to explore Copenhagen's many tourist attractions and enjoy the region's warm and pleasant climate. Temperatures are around 22ºC - 23ºC and the days are longer and brighter, so you can enjoy various outdoor activities.

Stroll around Nyhavn harbor, take a boat ride on the canals, visit the famous Tivoli Garden, explore the city by bicycle, visit Rosenborg Castle and explore its gardens or simply relax in the many green spaces of the city are some of the many plans you can enjoy in the capital of Denmark.

One of the most spectacular ways to experience the beauty and history of Copenhagen is by signing up for a tour of the Copenhagen canals, especially if you do it during the summer, as the weather will be with you.

If you book a Copenhagen canal cruise you will be able to see many of the historic buildings and monuments from a completely different perspective. On board the boat you will also enjoy the sun and fresh air as you move through the water.

As this is a guided tour, you will also learn about the past and present of the city through the tour guide's commentary and anecdotes. You will pass by the famous Nyhavn Canal, where you will see the colorful waterfront houses, one of Copenhagen's most iconic attractions, as well as Amalienborg Castle and Christiansborg Palace.

Interesting details

• Price: this tour can cost between 10 and 20 € per person.
• Time: any time of the day, although I recommend doing it during the sunny hours.
• Location: you will go through the canals of the city and you can leave from different points.

Visiting the Tivoli Gardens Amusement Park is an experience not to be missed if you travel to Copenhagen during the summer, because in this amusement park you will find incredible rides for all ages, which will test your endurance and bravery.

You can ride on roller coasters, but also on more iconic attractions such as the Tower of Fear and Devil's Flight. The good thing about visiting this park during the summer is that you can enjoy the amazing weather, plus it is usually open from mid-April until the end of September, that is, in the spring season in Copenhagen and also in the summer.

In fact, if you book tickets to the Tivoli Gardens in summer, you will be able to enjoy evening shows, such as fireworks and live concerts, activities that are only available in the summer season.

Interesting details

• Price: Approximate price from 20 to 30 € per person, although it varies according to the season and the days of the week.
• Hours: Open daily from mid-April to the end of September and has special hours during the winter months.
• Location: the park is located in the heart of the city and accessible by public transport or car.

A good summer activity to do in Copenhagen is to visit the gardens of Frederiksborg Castle. This castle is one of the most important historical monuments in Denmark and is surrounded by beautiful green areas that you can explore during your summer visit. If you want to get there comfortably you can book the Copenhagen sightseeing bus, which will drop you very close.

Once you enter the fortress you will love to walk through its gardens because they are simply breathtaking, with large green areas, trees and brightly colored flowers that offer you a peaceful atmosphere in the middle of the warm summer weather. Throughout the gardens, there are several benches and rest areas where you can sit, enjoy a picnic or just relax in the tranquility of this place.

But not only will you be able to see the gardens, you will also appreciate the architecture of Frederiksborg Castle. Its walls and towers stand out. Another way to reach this fortress comfortably is to book a tour to Frederiksborg.

Details of interest

• Price: there is no entrance fee to visit this castle.
• Hours: The gardens are open from sunrise to sunset every day.
• Location: the gardens are located in Hillerød, a town near Copenhagen.

The Copenhagen Botanical Garden is a magical place that offers a fascinating experience if you want to explore the beauty and diversity of nature in the summer. During this season is when this garden, which has more than 13,000 species of plants and flowers from around the world, as it blooms almost completely.

In addition to this large number of species in each of the spaces of this garden, you will also see several greenhouses that house exotic and rare plants, as well as a beautiful section dedicated to Nordic plants. I recommend you to sign up for a bike tour Copenhagen, where you can go to see the garden and other interesting places in the city. An ideal activity at this time of the year.

A walk along the paths of this garden can transport you to another world, where you can tune into nature and appreciate its beauty in its purest form. It is a perfect place to spend a quiet afternoon or to enjoy a picnic while admiring the flora and fauna.

Details of interest

• Price: you can visit the botanical garden for free.
• Hours: open daily from 8:30 a.m. to sunset.
• Location: Copenhagen Botanical Garden is located at Gothersgade 128, 1123 Copenhagen.

The National Museum of Denmark is one of the most emblematic buildings in Copenhagen so you can't miss this place if you are interested in learning about the history of the city.

Book tickets to the National Museum of Denmark: and enjoy the interactive and educational exhibits that offer a fascinating and immersive insight into Denmark's past. You'll also be able to explore the culture and history of the city, but you 'll also see first-hand how Danish society has developed over the centuries.

The exhibits inside the museum range from the Stone Age through the Viking Age and the Middle Ages to modern Denmark. It is a good place to visit in summer because the museum often organizes special activities during this season.

Details of interest

• Price: admission costs 13 € for adults and free for children under 18.
• Hours: open every day of the week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. except Mondays.
• Location: the museum is located in the city center, at Ny Vestergade 10.

Definitely sign up for an excursion from Copenhagen to visit the Kronborg Castle is one of the things you can not miss if you visit the city. It is a majestic castle that stands out for its pointed towers. An iconic place where many events and festivals are held throughout the year, including concerts, opera festivals and plays.

To get to Kronborg Castle you will have to travel to the port city of Helsingør, on the northeastern tip of the island of Zealand. It was built in the 16th century and has since withstood many historical conflicts and wars, but one of its most famous features is that it was the main setting for Shakespeare's play, "Hamlet".

Kronborg Castle is undoubtedly one of Denmark's most popular attractions and during the summer you will have the opportunity to view various art exhibitions and historical artifacts inside the castle, including an impressive collection of portraits of the Danish royal family. If you want to visit in comfort, be sure to book an excursion to Roskilde, Frederiksborg and Kronborg from Copenhagen.

Details of interest

• Price: you will have to pay around 130 € per person to enjoy the tour.
• Opening hours: the castle is open to the public every day of the year, except for some holidays. Its opening hours are from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. During the summer months, the opening hours are extended until 5 pm.
• Location: The castle is located in the port city of Helsingør.

The Strøget pedestrian promenade is one of the most emblematic and crowded areas of Copenhagen. It is a place full of stores, restaurants and cafes where you can go to enjoy an afternoon of shopping and fun, with the best feature of the summer that is the warm sun and the temperature so pleasant. With a length of more than a kilometer, this pedestrian promenade is one of the most extended and busiest in Europe and you have to walk it if you want to explore the historic center of Copenhagen.

During your walk through this place you can find a wide variety of high quality stores where you can buy designer products, jewelry, art and fashion in general. In addition, there are many restaurants and cafes where you can enjoy Danish cuisine, so this is a good place to start a culinary tour. A plan, by the way, that you can not miss so do not hesitate and book a gastronomic tour of Copenhagen to catch up on traditional cuisine.

Undoubtedly, a walk along the Strøget pedestrian promenade is a good activity to do during the summer because you will have more time to explore the commercial and cultural life of the city, while enjoying a pleasant climate that will accompany your plans to enjoy a relaxing afternoon stroll with friends or family.

Details of interest

• Price: walking along this pedestrian promenade is completely free.
• Hours: stores and restaurants in Strøget tend to open early and close relatively late, usually between 10 am and 8 pm.
• Location: located in the heart of Copenhagen, specifically between City Hall Square and Kongens Nytorv.

During the summer it is possible and almost mandatory to spend a sunny day at the beach, for which it is not necessary to leave the city, but if you want you can sign up for a tour of Copenhagen in which you will be taken to enjoy the sun on the artificial beach of the city harbor at Islands Brygge, just a few minutes walk from the center.

This urban oasis is the result of the harbor's renovation in the 1990s and offers a unique atmosphere with beautiful views, crystal clear water and white sands. To make sure you get to know it in depth, be sure to book a private tour of Copenhagen.

Here you will find several piers, wooden stairs and a large sandy area where you can lay out your towels and relax on a sunny day. The space also has beach volleyball courts, showers and changing rooms, so going to this place is a good plan if you go to Copenhagen with children or friends.

Interesting details

• Price: to visit the beaches you don't need to pay anything.
• Hours: You can visit the beach at any time.
• Location: located in the Islands Brygge district, just a few minutes walk from Copenhagen city center.

Amalienborg Palace is one of the most emblematic and historic places in Denmark, so if you travel to the city during the summer, it is a good place to visit. The palace is the official residence of the Danish royal family and stands out for its baroque architecture, which is admired and valued by locals and visitors. During the summer it is a good option to visit it because the opening hours are longer and the weather is much more pleasant.

You will be struck by its structure that consists of four identical palaces located around a square called Amalienborg Slotsplads. This square in turn, is the center of activities and important ceremonies of the Royal Family of Denmark. Inside the palace you can see the furniture, tapestries and works of art that bring an elegant style to the decoration.

Details of interest

• Price: you don't need to pay anything to see the residence of the Danish royal family from the outside. Although if you want to take a guided tour you will have to pay around 30 € per ticket.
• Hours: you can see the residence from the outside at any time. If you are going to visit the inside of the palace you will have to go between 10 am and 3 pm from Tuesday to Sunday. This schedule may change depending on the season.
• Location: located in the center of Copenhagen at Amalienborg Slotsplads 5, 1257.

During the summer, one of the activities you can't miss in Copenhagen is to sign up for a unique experience at the Urban Ranger Camp in Refshaleøen, where you will live the thrill of walking on ropes and ladders at a height of 50 meters, in the middle of an adventure that you will only love if you like to live extreme experiences.

This exciting playground is suitable for people over 16 years old and was built by French specialists in the field, but also stands out as the highest of its kind in the world. In this impressive field you will have to challenge yourself both physically and mentally to overcome each of the tests of height and strength that the place involves.

Details of interest

• Price: the entrance fee is 50 € per person to enjoy about four hours of pure extreme entertainment.
• Hours: the hours may vary according to the days, although it is generally open between 10 am and 2 pm from Monday to Friday.
• Location: this park is located in the Refshaleøen area.