Stunning coastlines, charming islands, famously high standards of living and the laid-back hygge lifestyle of the Danes have made Denmark one of northern Europe’s finest gems. Travel back through time and experience Denmark’s Viking past at historic sites like Helsingør’s Kronborg Castle, the inspiration for Shakespeare’s Hamlet, or indulge in modern amenities and experiences in the capital of Copenhagen. However you decide to spend your time here, your Danish vacation will be one worthy of a saga.
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Visit Denmark: get started
Plan your Danish escape with some of the top attractions in Denmark. Start your stay in Copenhagen, where you can visit it’s most famous spots like the Tivoli Gardens amusement park, the Nyhavn canal district, Rosenborg Castle or the famous Little Mermaid Statue. Afterwards, head out to Billund to release your inner child at the LEGOLAND® Resort, or experience natural beauty at Thy National Park. Feeling cultured? Hit up the National Museum of Denmark or pop into the Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek art museum.
Denmark travel guide
Destination facts
Language
Danish is the official language, but nearly everyone can speak English
When to visit
The best time to visit Denmark is during the summer, when days are long, sunsets are late and temperatures are mild—ideal conditions for exploring its famous landscapes and cities.
What to bring back
LEGO bricks, Danish butter cookies in an iconic round tin, porcelain dishes and keepsakes from Royal Copenhagen, jewelry from Georg Jensen, Hans Christian Andersen souvenirs, Danish board games like Catan, and iconic clocks by Arne Jacobsen.
What to eat
Danish dream cake or drømmekage, koldskål (a summery dessert made from buttermilk, fruit, eggs and sugar), smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches), the classic Danish hot dog available from street stands everywhere, and of course Danish pastries like the cinnamon snail (kanelsnegl) or seed snappers (frøsnapper).
Fun fact
Danes are renowned for their love of hygge (pronounced “hooga”), a lifestyle concept based around creating cozy, comfortable atmospheres and environments. Around the country, you’ll find books, housewares and even clothes emphasizing hygge, but it’s best experienced in person, perhaps at a candlelit dinner, or at a windy beach.
Important info
For more information on all necessary documents for travel to Denmark from Canada including visa, taxes and more, check Air Canada’s Travel Requirements page and the Government of Canada’s Travel and Tourism website.
