{"id":147,"date":"2023-05-09T01:04:48","date_gmt":"2023-05-09T01:04:48","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tdi_188_5d3"},"modified":"2023-05-09T05:33:03","modified_gmt":"2023-05-09T05:33:03","slug":"the-ultimate-guide-to-visiting-rome-on-foot","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.travelforpro.com\/index.php\/147.html","title":{"rendered":"Copenhagen: First Impressions and Practical Information to Know"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Coming from the Balkans, Copenhagen made a powerful impression on me. I knew some things about this northern capital city, but the reality still came as a bit of a shock. A good shock! Let me tell you the first impressions Copenhagen made on me. I\u2019ll just list them as I encountered them on my&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/travelforawhile.com\/3-days-in-copenhagen-itinerary\/\">3 days trip to Copenhagen<\/a>&nbsp;last summer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"first-impressions-about-copenhagen\">First impressions about Copenhagen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"copenhagen-is-well-organized\">Copenhagen is well-organized<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first impressions must have been at the airport. The terminal is huge, but everything was well-organized and went smoothly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"modern\">Modern<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Without leaving the airport, you reach the train or the metro station. Vending machines are conveniently located, and directions are well signaled. If you want to go across Oresund Bridge to&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/travelforawhile.com\/best-things-to-do-in-malmo-sweden\/\">Malmo<\/a>, you just need to follow the signs to the correct train platform. Again, everything seems efficient and smooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"efficient-public-transport\">Efficient public transport<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stepping into the metro, you can\u2019t help but notice a few things:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>the trains are automatic, they are never late, and the distance between them is no longer than a few minutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>there are frequent ticket controls on the public transport system<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>the metro trains have complimentary maps and city brochures. It feels very welcoming<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>as I noticed later, the metro system has a circular central line and three adjacent lines. You can get almost anywhere in Copenhagen by metro very quickly.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"copenhagen-is-clean\">Copenhagen is clean<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I had heard that street litter was a problem in Copenhagen. That wasn\u2019t my impression at all. On the contrary, I found Copenhagen to be surprisingly clean for a European capital during the summer tourist season.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Moreover, air pollution is very low in Copenhagen. They even managed to make the water in the harbor area safe for bathing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">https:\/\/widget.getyourguide.com\/default\/activities.frame?locale_code=en-US&#038;widget=activities&#038;number_of_items=3&#038;partner_id=P57EMTP&#038;q=copenhagen%2520royal&#038;widget_created=1683610218574&#038;website=https%3A%2F%2Ftravelforawhile.com%2Fabout-copenhagen%2F&#038;visitor_id=2D0FC2D0FCC24A7C8CCB09CA5D64EAE5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And that takes us to the next impressions\u2026<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"green-spaces-in-copenhagen\">Green spaces in Copenhagen<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parks and gardens are everywhere \u2013 Copenhagen is one of the greenest cities in Europe. From ample royal gardens to hidden neighborhood playgrounds, you are never far from a green spot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travelforawhile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Green-playgrounds-in-Copenhagen.jpg?is-pending-load=1\" alt=\"Green spaces are everywhere in Copenhagen - Green playgroud in a residential area.\" class=\"wp-image-4551\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Green playground in a quiet neighborhood near Carlsberg Vej.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"bikes\">Bikes<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Maybe Amsterdam has a similar bike culture, but no other city is as bike-friendly. Bike lanes are everywhere and there are convenient bike-rental options. Danes frequently leave their bikes unlocked on the street and office buildings have large bike parking spaces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"architecture\">Architecture<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Copenhagen is a mix of traditional Scandinavian architecture and modern buildings and infrastructure. They go surprisingly well together, creating a city with a strong identity. Visiting&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/travelforawhile.com\/christiansborg-palace\/\">Christiansborg Palace<\/a>, and photographing the traditional colorful houses in Nyhavn are among the best things to do in Copenhagen. However, you can\u2019t miss the modern Opera House or the Black Diamond Library either.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travelforawhile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Copenhagen-Opera-House.jpg?is-pending-load=1\" alt=\"The modern buiding of the Opera House\" class=\"wp-image-4553\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The Royal Opera House<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"weather\">Weather<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even in summer, the weather in the Danish Capital is windy. It gets chilly soon after the sun sets, and almost every day there are a few rain sessions. However, they usually pass fairly quickly, so it\u2019s not a big inconvenience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I don\u2019t think winter is as comfortable, though. The northern temperatures combined with a windy coastline make it hard to spend too much time outside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"money\">Money<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I spent&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/travelforawhile.com\/3-days-in-copenhagen-itinerary\/\">3 days in Copenhagen<\/a>, and I didn\u2019t even see 1 Danish Krone. A few years ago, some places only accepted cash. Today, the new sign is \u2018Card only\u2019, or maybe \u2018No cash\u2019. The pandemic might have speeded this up, but cash is so last decade in Copenhagen!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The city is expensive, but it\u2019s manageable if you\u2019re on a decent budget. My biggest expense was the&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/tp.media\/r?marker=239237&amp;trs=31905&amp;p=3965&amp;u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.getyourguide.com%2Fcopenhagen-l12%2Fcopenhagen-city-card-t66660%2F\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">city card<\/a>, but it\u2019s totally worth it if you plan to visit a few of Copenhagen\u2019s attractions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travelforawhile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Card-Only-About-Copenhagen.jpg?is-pending-load=1\" alt=\"Even the beer stalls in Copenhagen are card only.\" class=\"wp-image-4550\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Card only beer stall<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"food\">Food<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Food was another pleasant surprise. Nordic food is fresh and tasty. From sandwiches to cakes, everything I ate in Copenhagen was excellent. Also, there\u2019 are a lot of different ethnic cuisines available in the city.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"royalty\">Royalty<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you enjoy visiting castles, Copenhagen is the place for you. With three royal castles close to the city center, you will have plenty to see for a couple of days. Moreover, royalty is still an important part of Danish society. Its heritage is visible everywhere, from the Medieval&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/travelforawhile.com\/copenhagen-round-tower\/\">Round Tower of Copenhagen<\/a>&nbsp;to the modern Royal Opera House.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/travelforawhile.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/Rosenborg-Castle.jpg\" alt=\"Rosenborg Castle in Copenhagen\" class=\"wp-image-4552\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Rosenborg Castle<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"environment\">Environment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As you already realized, respect for the environment is an integrated part of Danish thinking. Copenhagen is well on track to be carbon neutral, and it will get there in 2025. They take care of their water and green spaces and try to use as much reusable energy as possible. Frankly, they are more advanced than many other capitals by decades.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"pride\">Pride<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Locals talk with pride about their city and, as far as I can tell, they are happy to be a part of it all. And so they should be! It\u2019s one of the best cities in Europe in terms of life quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"final-thoughts-about-copenhagen\">Final thoughts about Copenhagen<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I was truly impressed with Copenhagen, as you probably guessed by now. It\u2019s one of the most beautiful cities I ever visited, but what I loved most about it was how simple and efficient everything seemed. I felt safe at all times, even in&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/travelforawhile.com\/denmark-christiania\/\">Freetown Christiania<\/a>, though it was a solo trip. However, Copenhagen has a lot to offer for a romantic trip, as well as for a family holiday.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h5 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"disclosure\"><em>DISCLOSURE<\/em><\/h5>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>Some of the above may be affiliate links. This means that if you click on a link and make a purchase, I earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. However, I only recommend companies, activities, or products that I use myself. Thank you for your support in keeping my blog live!<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Coming from the Balkans, Copenhagen made a powerful impression on me. I knew some things about this northern capital city, but the reality still came as a bit of a shock. A good shock! Let me tell you the first impressions Copenhagen made on me. 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