Denmark City Breaks

Denmark is an exciting option for city breaks in Europe with the capital Copenhagen as well as a number of the country’s smaller cities attracting a regular flow of visitors in search of a relaxing or cultural city break destination. As the most southerly of the Scandinavian countries, Denmark is a great choice for Scandinavian city breaks throughout the year offering a more temperate climate than its northerly neighbours with temperatures ranging between an average of 0C in the winter and 16C through the warmer summer months. There is plenty of variety across the country too ensuring a short break to suit everyone and nature lovers and culture-vultures alike will be awed by the country’s enticing blend of spectacular natural scenery and cultural heritage.

Copenhagen is Denmark’s most popular city break destination and with its superb selection of cultural and historical attractions as well as relaxed atmosphere it’s easy to see why the Danish capital attracts so much attention from those in search of the perfect cultural weekend city break. Walking through Copenhagen you can’t fail to be impressed by the eclectic blend of traditional and contemporary architecture across the city’s diverse districts and buildings such as the Marble Church and the Metropolis Building are truly eye-catching. Museums and arts venues abound with major attractions such as the National Museum and National Gallery containing a wealth of Danish gems whilst a diverse mix of street entertainment can be found on a stroll along the vibrant Stroget. As an important centre for jazz music, Copenhagen also has a host of fantastic jazz bars and venues.

As well as the lively cultural scene, Copenhagen is also a superb choice for those in search of an appealing blend of nature and city on their city break in Denmark. Its location on the eastern shore of the island of Zealand and the neighbouring island of Amager gives it unique feel with water an ever-present and calming feature throughout the city. Copenhagen also boasts over 8km of sandy shoreline within a short bike or bus ride from the city centre making it easy to escape the hustle and bustle for a day or afternoon whilst on a short break in Denmark. The city is also home to a large number of parks and green spaces including King’s Garden, the garden of Rosenborg Castle and the Botanical Gardens with its delicate collection of glasshouses. Perfect for a relaxing city break in Denmark.