That was probably the most well informed guide to Copenhagen I've ever seen from an American tourist. Some very good advice in there. Tip of the hat from Denmark.
No, normally you don't need cash in Denmark, UNLESS you want to by a ticket in the buss from the driver! Here it's cash only! and since Denmark isn't in the Euro Zone, it's gonna be in DKK!
Compare the Danish minimum wage to the one in the USA. Getting $15 an hour is high pay on the average. That's 105 DKK/h. The minimum wage in 2023 was, across multiple fields, around 126 DKK. While Danmark feels decently priced for us Danes it's insanely expensive for people who come from the USA since a lot is priced to the amount of money they get.
Native here. If your stay is short I would recommend a canaltour. It is not free, but it does give a view of many sites. And as another commentor said, there is the tower at the parlament building, it is free, but be aware that it os closed on mondays.
@@jettenielsen4951 for a budget option hop on one of the harbour buses (boats crossing the harbour) they're part of the overall public transport system, so no extra fare for using them.
A few extra tips. 1. Tipping isn't mandatory or even expected in Denmark (and much of Europe). You can tip if you like, but don't just put on a % on what you buy and this goes everywhere be it food, the hotel, a taxi and so on. Everybody gets a decent wage, so tips are a bonus not a must to put food on the table of those serving you. 2. If you want to use a metro card, then get it at the airport - no reason to first spend on a ticket from the airport. There is cards that covers transport and admission to museums and more - totally worth it. 3. Lots of great bakeries, no need to go for just the one. 4. Don't forget to also venture out of Copenhagen, there is lots to see just short train rides away. 5. With very few exceptions restaurants don't have short time slots for their customers, so there is time to enjoy as there isn't a rush to free the table for the next customers. This also means that service will not be on top of you all the time, so if you need something feel free to ask.
Next time you visit Denmark, you should try and go outside Copenhagen, to Fyn and Jylland and some of the smaller islands. They are amazing, and don't worry about language barrier. Most Danes speaks and understand English even in the rural areas
I found this too. I went to Copenhagen last year and initially prefaced every conversation with "Do you speak English?" only to realize that basically everyone does, and the natives can switch between the languages rather effortlessly.
Your tips are pretty spot on. I especially like your warning about bikeriding, since this is a big deal to us locals😉. What I don’t get, is your feelings about “dresscode”? Except when going out to dine, the casual clothes are all you need. We are not fussy as long as you put on a little more than just swimtrunks…By the way: When you walk across town - look up. We have the most beautiful old architecture, and a lot of little detalils on the facades. So don’t miss out😊
I appreciate the support! Definitely didn't feel like locals were bothered by my clothing choices -- just wish I had been able to contribute in a positive way haha. Thanks again :)
@@camdendavid An American Family now living here, and applying to become "Danes", have a young daughter who finished school here and when visiting her former friends in the US, they claimed she looked like a Model!!!
As an owner of a "Rejsekort" (Travel Card) I just point it at the Blue Dot pillar at the station, and name the number of travellers, if more than one, and then check out the same way when arriving at my goal! Very simple. It is for all kinds of transport, trains, busses, also Harbor Boats (part of the system) and underground. Finn. Denmark
8:11 One tiny correction: You can't swim in the water by the Planetarium (or any of those three connect lakes). You can, however, swim in the harbour area.
As a dane, 10/10 spot on. but you can allways find lower cost food, ect. and still have good quality food / coffee, and public transport ( s-tog ) s-train makes it easy to stay outside cph and go in by train 15-20 min.
I'm sorry to hear you've missed the rooftop terrace at the Danish Film Institute! It's just across the King's Garden in Gothersgade. They have some cool movie related activities, a smashing view, and even the elevator (take the one in the back) ride has a cool surprise! It doesn't cost anything to go there unless you want a drink or a meal at the rooftop restaurant. Come back some other time!
Great video and a great tour of our wonderful city. Tak. If you're planning to come to Copenhagen during the summer, make sure not to miss the Copenhagen Jazz Festival.
I was in Copenhagen over Christmas and New Year. Nyhaven with fairy lights: beautiful. Otherwise, I have to say that for the first time I came back from a holiday feeling unrefreshed and somewhat disappointed, even though I knew beforehand that it would be expensive and cold. I missed being able to sit inside in cafes and restaurants. Even at McDonalds there were only 3 tables. The attitude to life that many people find positive was not really my thing. I liked it better across the border (Malmö). The fireworks in Tivoli Park were beautiful. For the first time I experienced that food in an amusement park was comparatively cheap.😂
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Thank you! This is the second time your videos have helped me before travel. The other was Nice. Thank you!
Thanks for the tips. My 12-year old birdwatcher and I will be staying in Amager in 2 1/2 weeks. We plan on going to Amager Naturpark, and Jaegersborg Dyrehaven. Some of the places you mentioned will definitely be added to our list.
@@camdendavid We absolutely did, but got caught up in the scam DSB runs on unsuspecting tourists. Received a $220 fine because I lost WiFi service and neglected to validate our train tickets despite paying for them before boarding. The employee who wrote the tickets was a complete a*hole, and if not for all the other wonderful people we met in Copenhagen, I would warn people to stay away. It seems they really don't really care if people visit or not. This happened as we were leaving Copenhagen for Berlin, and it really left an awful taste in my mouth.
Hey Dane here. Tbh Copenhagen isn't that expensive compared to places like London or NYC. You can easily do Denmark on a budget, but if you decide to eat out every night and go to every tourist trap as possible, its kinda your own fault for spending alot of money.
Juno the Bakery is a great bakery, but this is not where you get traditionel Danish pastry. We Danes would normally not go there for our Sunday morning breakfast bread and pastries. I would recommend a Danish bakery chain named “Lagkagehuset” as one example of where the Danes are buying their pastries.
I love your videos, very well informed and very clear and honest. I'm tgoing o Europe in May next year, and I'm finishing my trip in Copenhagen, so it will be my first time. One useful tip will be to get an idea of prices, I live in The San Francisco Bay Area, and I know we are kind of expensive, comparing to areas in the US or even in some areas in Europe, but having an idea about prices will be a good idea, knowing that you said is very expensive to eat at a nice restaurant but how expensive it is? Thank for all your videos! Keep up the good work! I'm excited to visit Copenhagen for the first time!! How about the tipping culture?
You do not tip in Denmark, as a rule; but of course you can, it is just not expected. I am not really sure how prices compare, I looked up a bar, and draught beer seemed to cost approx. the same there (or was perhaps a bit more expensive than in most places in Cph).
I appreciate the kind words! And thanks for the context --- It probably won't seem expensive compared to SF. If you're traveling like a "local" and aren't focused on big meals at fancy places, you should be able to get by with $20 - $25 a meal (unhealthy options are cheaper). Dinner at a decent restaurant seemed to run us between $50 -$75 per person. But keep in mind that some of those fancier places will match SF pricing where you can spend hundreds per person. Just depends what type of meals you're looking for. Tipping isn't expected but 10% seemed reasonable for good service. Hope that all makes sense -- and let me know if any other questions pop up before May. Welcome to the community :)
You should buy and choose your ticket type for the public transport system at the airport when you arrive. Remember to check in every time you get on and check out when you have reached your destination. Your ticket or card is valid for all types of public transport: trains, S-trains, metro, buses and yellow boats. The price reflects how far you get from your starting point or the time it takes to reach your destination, not the type of transport or the number of check-ins. The Copenhagen Card also gives discounts to a wide range of places and can be purchased for half a day to several days. You can bring your bike with you, it does not cost you extra on S-trains.
You are right, Prolog does indeed get their baked goods from Juno. As a lokal in Østerbro, I am used to the queuing in our street, but I must say that the bakeries Hart, Rug, and Andersen are nice as well. And for a gluten-free experience, H.U.G Bakery. If you enjoy a good walk and contemporary art, Lille Bakery in Refshaleøen is really nice. It is right next to Copenhagen Contemporary. I can also recommend a boat ride, where you can see all three mermaids of Copenhagen harbour.
Haha I appreciate the support! Definitely didn't feel like it was bothering anyone but I wish i could have contributed to the "coolness" of the city :)
I get your feel. People in the capital express themselves A LOT in Copenhagen, not that much in the rest of Denmark. And I think that the colorless clothing we Danes like to wear, is also giving that vibe. A Black or white t-shirt combined with jeans, is very Danish 😊
Great thoughts. To add there are so many street food places, such as Reffen which are slightly more affordable than restaurants. Also if people are interested in politics or the TV show Borgen, you can do free tours of the palroament where they shot scenes of the ahow
Tip #1 Denmark has the highest tax on all goods, it is 25%, wether you buy food, clothes or electronics all products have 25% tax. When you go outside Copenhagen and a stall at a farm you will need cash and it is based on trust as most of the times you won't find a person at this stall. Where to stay you can to go to a campside and rent a (hikers) cabin during the summer months. That is cheaper then staying at a Kro or Hotel. Btw Denmark is more then just Copenhagen. You can go to Odense to visit the house where Hans Christian Anderson was born. Or visit the 'Damestenen' near Svendborg. Or visit Skagen where the North Sea and the Baltic Sea clash together and on the beach of Skagen there is a sunken WWII bunker. Denmark has Legoland near Billund (also a second airport). Denmark has their own soda called Faxe Kondi named after the town Fakse.
Next time buy a Rejsekort , put money on , its much cheaper, also there are places where its not that expensive to dine and drink or have a coffee. And thanks for the lower the voice part !!! And the biking culture.
The prices in the center of Copenhagen are really high, try to move a little out of the center down the side streets and the prices will go down a little and remember Denmark is an extremely safe country both day and night 😏
Hi Camden, what a brilliant video. I've watched a few of your videos now and love how in depth you go. I work for a new up and coming app and I think we have the same values, would you be willing to open for a discussion, we could help with the costs of your monthly moves.
You can also take the metro to downtown from the airport :) AND at the Assistens Cemetary you can see Hans Christian Andersen's grave (a piece of history)
I'm traveling there alone in a couple of weeks. I've traveled alone before and usually have no problem chatting with and meeting locals. I hear it is difficult to do there though. Is that true? That they don't speak for foreigners or socialize outside their circles
Omg thank God I have started watching your video, I've bumped into it accidentally! as I've been messaging quite few people on TH-cam, about exchanging currencies, and no-one!!! told me it's a cash free place 😮😮😮😮 what s the best wayt not to be charged for every single transaction? 😮😮😮😢
Don't use a bike in the city, if you don't know how to drive. Car drivers don't expect you to drive in to the traffic lane, so they may not stop in time.
Nyhavn is very overrated and I try to avoid it. The little Mermaid seems to be a big dissapointment for tourists like you. For some reason tourists like you thinks it should be like 200 meters tall. But no. This is a statue of a mermaid that fell in love with a prince that lived like a normal human. She would come out of the ocean just to catch a glimpse of him. This beautiful love story does not involve a 200 meter tall mermaid but a small fragile mermaid seeking the love of her life. The staue is a tribute to HC Andersen who wrote the fairytale of the little Mermaid
Will be visiting at the end of September, I would like to know if anyone can tell me what’s the weather like, is it cold or warm, and does it rain a lot? What’s the best area to stay? It’s our first time visiting, if anyone can help please let me know. Thanks
LOL... In kiosks, a 33cl Carlsberg is cheaper than a Coca-Cola. And you are allowed to drink it "on the street", and in the parks, as long as you are not a nuisance..
Regarding bakeries. Theres a lot of good ones around, and I doubt the author have tried enough to actually have a meaningfull opinion. Different regions will have slightly different approaches, and some will focus on more localized delicasses.. Try Emmerys(notoriously expensive, but right down the alley of the "trendy"audience" with their rustic breads baked from all organic ingredients) Or just any bakery named "guldbageren" - Guldbageren is a business-sign you can only fly if you won a medal when graduating, and youl find the items is closer to the true traditional danish pastry than many of the more trendy items (like pastry with custard and fresh blackberries) Yes, you can get a medal for graduating, IF you were the very best of all clsses that year. It will be handed to you by the King himself. Which leads to the next. Prety much anything labeld "by appointment to the danish court" will be of superior quality. This goes for wines, flowers, clothes, choklates, furniture and ofcus pastry. That said, the bakeries in denmark ALL have a high standard, and noone should go lazerfocused on one single spot. it makes NO sense. Theyre ALL that good. Standard is high.. And each of them will most likely have a few items that they make better than others. Best you can do is go windowshopping for bakeries, and then just try w/e you think looks good. it will be good..
For bakery you should try Haart Bagery and Andersson (near island brygge). As evidence how generally polite those folks are, I see nobody has roasted you yet for such pronunciations 😅
The prices of places such as Nyhavn, Strøget, Tivoli, and others are insanely pricey. Why is that? It is usually where you find the tourists. Shops around these places will exploit the tourists to the max. Very few Danes will shop there.
So tough to answer cause it depends on what you're hoping to do. I always say $100 USD budget per day can work in any city (aside from accommodation). Copenhagen is no different. What's more important is knowing what type of visit you're hoping for and then building a budget to align with those goals. Hope that makes sense!
TLDR: $50 for acceptable, $200 for good, $1000+ for “fine dining“ Extended version: The starting point for descent is about $50 but depending on your definition of nice, $1000 is easily doable. So it really depends on where you draw the line (and whether you include wine as a bottle can run you anywhere from $30 to $10,000+)
you can eat in Copenhagen from 22 dollars for a meal and up to extremely expensive in a restaurant for a very good meal from 40 dollars and up or so , you can also buy a hotdog they are very good
I’ve been here for a week now and I have been averaging around $40-$50 dinner at good but not fancy or notable restaurants. It’s not hard to find a menu set where you get apps, entree etc for 3-500k (7k =$1). You can also get a great burger or falafel meal for about $20 or a good hot dog for $5. But the sky is the limit. Last time I was here in 2015 my sister and I spent about $300 a person for lunch at Geranium and I consider it a bargain. It’s still hands down the best meal either of us have ever had.
In 01:19 You literally show scan system for travel card, (01:36 machines to charge them) and then You say "theres no place to scan in". Tickets are really expensive, so yeah, travel card is your friend. Can buy in 7/11, bilet sellers.
I think he just means there's no place to scan in with paper tickets, which a large percentage of tourists use....I have seen several trying to scan the paper on the blue dot.
Copenhagen is an old and fascinating town. I always advise my friends to avoid the underground metro. Why stay underground in darkness when you can walk the streets and be amazed by the architecture? Besides, the city is pedestrian-friendly, and most tourist attractions can be explored on foot. I did this when I first arrived, and I'm still doing it now, eight years later. The city (the country in general, as the prices won't differ much) is expensive, so bring an empty bottle of water and refill it in the toilet (normally there is one clearly marked for drinking) and if only for a short trip, avoid the museums. By the way, you missed the opportunity to visit the tower of the parliament, which is free and offers a panoramic view of the entire city! A note on public transportation fines: if you're not a citizen, receiving a fine is a serious matter, it could create issues when renewing your residency permit or applying for citizenship.
Yo what’s going on in Denmark? Here in the US our government just raised travel warning to a level 2 for Denmark due to terrorist threats? Why would anyone attack a country like Denmark?
Denmark is among the safest countries nothing is going on here really , although we have had some "Swedes" who were contracted to kill gang members here in Denmark , we do have gangs but it's not something you will see if you visit I have lived in Copenhagen all my life without ever having any problems, someone from the US is the last one who have to worry about visiting Europe and certainly Denmark as there is much more going on in the US (depending on where in the US you live)
@ oh trust me I know exactly what you’re talking about, luckily I don’t live in those areas where it is basically a living hellhole here in the US but we know of the exact areas to stay away from. But sometimes they come out from those areas and try to rob from the safer areas
I’ve been here a week and I have not had a single instance where a person I needed to talk to didn’t speak at least passable English. Most of the people I’ve interacted with are completely fluent.
My concern is that I am neurodivergent and I actually struggle to know how loud I am talking. I want to be respectful, but I’m worried I’ll sound like I’m screaming and Danish people will judge me.
@@CliffordNedTrash It's ok if you're loud, just don't be a jerk and you'll be fine. I've found the easiest way to be an annoying tourist is not to respect the rules regarding bike lanes. When you're a pedestrian, make sure you have a green light to walk through the bike lane, it is not always the same signal as the crosswalk, and unless you are absolutely sure there are no bikes around, only cross them at the marked intersections. That's true of normal roads too. People tend to cross at crosswalks and respect the signals. Obviously not everyone, but unlike where I live in the US, jaywalking does not seem to be a national pastime. If you're going to ride a bike, only do so if you are an experienced rider, and then take the time to watch some videos explaining the rules. Especially about how passing works, what to do if there is no bike lane and how to make a turb, Especially, a left turn. (It can be tricky because you need to cross the street then get in line for the cross street which will naturally have a red light when you get to it.)
Sure, some people dress trendy in Copenhagen, but you can absolutely wear a plain white t-shirt and jeans and you won't stand out. Copenhagen is not a fashion catwalk.
About the bakeries… I don’t know Juno, but it’s probably really fine. But all over Denmark - not just Copenhagen - you can find excellent bakeries, with brilliant pastry. Danes will talk about good and bad bakeries, because we expect a lot, but for tourists, I think they all will show the famous pastry.
Tivoli is pretty amazing. The amount of stuff packed in that small of a space is astonishing. Soooo many food stands, shops, rides, attractions and it’s also an all ages casino. For kids they have those arcades where you win tickets that you trade for prizes. For adults they have straight up gambling halls full of cash slot machines, you can even smoke in them! I didn’t go on any rides but it certainly was worth the time to explore.
I lived in Denmark for 2 years for work. Hated every moment. The taxes, cashless society, the taxes, bad weather, everyone seems to be socially awkward/not have communication skills, the taxes, the overall prices on everything were ridiculous. I don't understand how Danes aren't protesting in the streets with the amount of money the government steals from them. Everyone seems to have a hivemind in the country. Zero individuality.
"The Government" consists of people chosen from the people by the people, and they put up with the taxes, because they get well worth the price in return through free education, free healthcare, brilliant infrastructure etc. etc. Taxes also help the salaries to go up, so all in all average Danes have more to spend than people in most other countries.
I'm also from elsewhere and I love living in Denmark, and feel better off here than I ever did in North America. The winter sucks, but the government isn't stealing our money, the taxes go towards healthcare, university education, childcare subsidies, parental leave, sick leave, public transportation, social programs, the list goes on. People are taken care of and the 'hivemind' is happy for their tax money to help those less fortunate and not only themselves. Prices are high but income is too. Danes are super nice, there's plenty of individuality, and even though card is the standard, you can use cash almost everywhere, no one is stopping you. But if you hated it so much, it's good thing you left - Denmark doesn't need your level of negativity.
Denmark is not "cashless", unlike in Sweden it is ILLEGAL for businesses to not accept cash payment during normal business hours. Don't blame US for your choice to not use cash!!
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That was probably the most well informed guide to Copenhagen I've ever seen from an American tourist. Some very good advice in there. Tip of the hat from Denmark.
I appreciate the kind words and support. You’ve got an awesome city 😄
No, normally you don't need cash in Denmark, UNLESS you want to by a ticket in the buss from the driver! Here it's cash only! and since Denmark isn't in the Euro Zone, it's gonna be in DKK!
I agree. One more 👍from Copenhagen 😃
I live in denmark and yes it is expensive, but 7 DKK is only 1 USD. And we love all travelers❤
Compare the Danish minimum wage to the one in the USA. Getting $15 an hour is high pay on the average. That's 105 DKK/h.
The minimum wage in 2023 was, across multiple fields, around 126 DKK. While Danmark feels decently priced for us Danes it's insanely expensive for people who come from the USA since a lot is priced to the amount of money they get.
Native here. If your stay is short I would recommend a canaltour. It is not free, but it does give a view of many sites. And as another commentor said, there is the tower at the parlament building, it is free, but be aware that it os closed on mondays.
Thanks for this!
@@jettenielsen4951 for a budget option hop on one of the harbour buses (boats crossing the harbour) they're part of the overall public transport system, so no extra fare for using them.
I went on this tour today and it was really pleasant, fun and informative. Just the right length and even in the middle of winter it was a good time.
A few extra tips.
1. Tipping isn't mandatory or even expected in Denmark (and much of Europe). You can tip if you like, but don't just put on a % on what you buy and this goes everywhere be it food, the hotel, a taxi and so on. Everybody gets a decent wage, so tips are a bonus not a must to put food on the table of those serving you.
2. If you want to use a metro card, then get it at the airport - no reason to first spend on a ticket from the airport. There is cards that covers transport and admission to museums and more - totally worth it.
3. Lots of great bakeries, no need to go for just the one.
4. Don't forget to also venture out of Copenhagen, there is lots to see just short train rides away.
5. With very few exceptions restaurants don't have short time slots for their customers, so there is time to enjoy as there isn't a rush to free the table for the next customers. This also means that service will not be on top of you all the time, so if you need something feel free to ask.
Thanks for sharing all this :)
This is the best advice I've ever seen, tho when it comes to style you do you that's why the style is so great here in Copenhagen
I appreciate the kind words
Next time you visit Denmark, you should try and go outside Copenhagen, to Fyn and Jylland and some of the smaller islands. They are amazing, and don't worry about language barrier. Most Danes speaks and understand English even in the rural areas
Looking forward to checking out those spots during my next visit - thanks for the recommendations!
I found this too. I went to Copenhagen last year and initially prefaced every conversation with "Do you speak English?" only to realize that basically everyone does, and the natives can switch between the languages rather effortlessly.
All native Danes speak English and bad German, since 1943. It is mandatory in school.
@@JollyDK-r2j english is mandatory in danish schools, but not german.
@@KlausKokholmPetersen I knew it. It is German or French. Very few chose or have the oppotunity for French.
As a local I am really impressed about the quality of the tips here. Thumbs up!
Much appreciated!
Your tips are pretty spot on. I especially like your warning about bikeriding, since this is a big deal to us locals😉. What I don’t get, is your feelings about “dresscode”? Except when going out to dine, the casual clothes are all you need. We are not fussy as long as you put on a little more than just swimtrunks…By the way: When you walk across town - look up. We have the most beautiful old architecture, and a lot of little detalils on the facades. So don’t miss out😊
I appreciate the support! Definitely didn't feel like locals were bothered by my clothing choices -- just wish I had been able to contribute in a positive way haha. Thanks again :)
@@camdendavid An American Family now living here, and applying to become "Danes", have a young daughter who finished school here and when visiting her former friends in the US, they claimed she looked like a Model!!!
@@camdendavidyou americans are obsessed with dresscode. Nobody really cares in Denmark. Dress for comfort like we do.
As an owner of a "Rejsekort" (Travel Card) I just point it at the Blue Dot pillar at the station, and name the number of travellers, if more than one, and then check out the same way when arriving at my goal! Very simple. It is for all kinds of transport, trains, busses, also Harbor Boats (part of the system) and underground. Finn. Denmark
8:11 One tiny correction: You can't swim in the water by the Planetarium (or any of those three connect lakes). You can, however, swim in the harbour area.
@@hejmuesli you can technically swim in the lakes but you really shouldnt. I'm not sure if it's legal or not, but water is definitely not clean.
As a local, I have to say: You nailed it! 👏
Much appreciated!
As a Dane I approve this. Well done video. Wish you all a happy stay here ❤
As a dane, 10/10 spot on. but you can allways find lower cost food, ect. and still have good quality food / coffee, and public transport ( s-tog ) s-train makes it easy to stay outside cph and go in by train 15-20 min.
Much appreciated!
I'm sorry to hear you've missed the rooftop terrace at the Danish Film Institute! It's just across the King's Garden in Gothersgade. They have some cool movie related activities, a smashing view, and even the elevator (take the one in the back) ride has a cool surprise! It doesn't cost anything to go there unless you want a drink or a meal at the rooftop restaurant.
Come back some other time!
I'll add it to my list for next time -- thanks for the recommendation!
Nice. Not a tourist video. All is true. Very well and nice done.
I appreciate that
Great video and a great tour of our wonderful city. Tak.
If you're planning to come to Copenhagen during the summer, make sure not to miss the Copenhagen Jazz Festival.
Hope to experience that at some point :)
sitting at nyhavn with a cold beer from a kiosk on the harbor is nice c:
without a doubt
I was in Copenhagen over Christmas and New Year. Nyhaven with fairy lights: beautiful.
Otherwise, I have to say that for the first time I came back from a holiday feeling unrefreshed and somewhat disappointed, even though I knew beforehand that it would be expensive and cold. I missed being able to sit inside in cafes and restaurants. Even at McDonalds there were only 3 tables. The attitude to life that many people find positive was not really my thing. I liked it better across the border (Malmö).
The fireworks in Tivoli Park were beautiful. For the first time I experienced that food in an amusement park was comparatively cheap.😂
Thank you! This is the second time your videos have helped me before travel. The other was Nice. Thank you!
I love this vlog 😊
And hopefully you guys will come back to Denmark and see other city and places in Denmark 😊
Thanks for the support! I'll absolutely be back and can't wait to explore other areas :)
Wow, this was all super solid! - a Copenhagener
I appreciate that!
Thanks for the tips. My 12-year old birdwatcher and I will be staying in Amager in 2 1/2 weeks. We plan on going to Amager Naturpark, and Jaegersborg Dyrehaven. Some of the places you mentioned will definitely be added to our list.
Hope you have a wonderful time!
@@camdendavid We absolutely did, but got caught up in the scam DSB runs on unsuspecting tourists. Received a $220 fine because I lost WiFi service and neglected to validate our train tickets despite paying for them before boarding. The employee who wrote the tickets was a complete a*hole, and if not for all the other wonderful people we met in Copenhagen, I would warn people to stay away. It seems they really don't really care if people visit or not. This happened as we were leaving Copenhagen for Berlin, and it really left an awful taste in my mouth.
Thank you for making it 37 facts! That's good 😀
Thanks for taking the time to watch :)
As a kid who loved reading those fairytales, Little Mermaid is very much a reason for why we are visiting Copenhagen….to each his own !
Hey Dane here.
Tbh Copenhagen isn't that expensive compared to places like London or NYC. You can easily do Denmark on a budget, but if you decide to eat out every night and go to every tourist trap as possible, its kinda your own fault for spending alot of money.
Fair :)
Juno the Bakery is a great bakery, but this is not where you get traditionel Danish pastry. We Danes would normally not go there for our Sunday morning breakfast bread and pastries.
I would recommend a Danish bakery chain named “Lagkagehuset” as one example of where the Danes are buying their pastries.
Great to know - thanks for the recommendation!
Coming here foe a medical conference looking forward to taking an extra week to explore the area
Hope you enjoy!
I love your videos, very well informed and very clear and honest. I'm tgoing o Europe in May next year, and I'm finishing my trip in Copenhagen, so it will be my first time. One useful tip will be to get an idea of prices, I live in The San Francisco Bay Area, and I know we are kind of expensive, comparing to areas in the US or even in some areas in Europe, but having an idea about prices will be a good idea, knowing that you said is very expensive to eat at a nice restaurant but how expensive it is? Thank for all your videos! Keep up the good work! I'm excited to visit Copenhagen for the first time!! How about the tipping culture?
You do not tip in Denmark, as a rule; but of course you can, it is just not expected. I am not really sure how prices compare, I looked up a bar, and draught beer seemed to cost approx. the same there (or was perhaps a bit more expensive than in most places in Cph).
I appreciate the kind words! And thanks for the context --- It probably won't seem expensive compared to SF. If you're traveling like a "local" and aren't focused on big meals at fancy places, you should be able to get by with $20 - $25 a meal (unhealthy options are cheaper). Dinner at a decent restaurant seemed to run us between $50 -$75 per person. But keep in mind that some of those fancier places will match SF pricing where you can spend hundreds per person. Just depends what type of meals you're looking for. Tipping isn't expected but 10% seemed reasonable for good service. Hope that all makes sense -- and let me know if any other questions pop up before May. Welcome to the community :)
Brilliant video!
Thanks for watching!
Great info…can’t wait to go…..thanks for the tips…
Hope you get to go soon!
@@camdendavid Thailand this year
You should buy and choose your ticket type for the public transport system at the airport when you arrive. Remember to check in every time you get on and check out when you have reached your destination. Your ticket or card is valid for all types of public transport: trains, S-trains, metro, buses and yellow boats. The price reflects how far you get from your starting point or the time it takes to reach your destination, not the type of transport or the number of check-ins. The Copenhagen Card also gives discounts to a wide range of places and can be purchased for half a day to several days. You can bring your bike with you, it does not cost you extra on S-trains.
You are right, Prolog does indeed get their baked goods from Juno. As a lokal in Østerbro, I am used to the queuing in our street, but I must say that the bakeries Hart, Rug, and Andersen are nice as well. And for a gluten-free experience, H.U.G Bakery. If you enjoy a good walk and contemporary art, Lille Bakery in Refshaleøen is really nice. It is right next to Copenhagen Contemporary. I can also recommend a boat ride, where you can see all three mermaids of Copenhagen harbour.
Thanks for confirming that! I tried Hart and enjoyed it -- I'll have to check out those other spots during my next visit :)
Eat at "Warpigs" in the meat packing district. The food was amazing and the atmosphere was too much fun!!!!
Will add it to my list!
For your tip 11, we don't care that you are wearing a white t-shirt. A white t-shirt sounds just fine :)
Yes that's true! (I live in denmark)
Haha I appreciate the support! Definitely didn't feel like it was bothering anyone but I wish i could have contributed to the "coolness" of the city :)
I get your feel. People in the capital express themselves A LOT in Copenhagen, not that much in the rest of Denmark.
And I think that the colorless clothing we Danes like to wear, is also giving that vibe.
A Black or white t-shirt combined with jeans, is very Danish 😊
Christinia is totally overrated!
Great thoughts. To add there are so many street food places, such as Reffen which are slightly more affordable than restaurants. Also if people are interested in politics or the TV show Borgen, you can do free tours of the palroament where they shot scenes of the ahow
Thanks for this!
love this vid!!
Much appreciated!
Tip #1 Denmark has the highest tax on all goods, it is 25%, wether you buy food, clothes or electronics all products have 25% tax.
When you go outside Copenhagen and a stall at a farm you will need cash and it is based on trust as most of the times you won't find a person at this stall.
Where to stay you can to go to a campside and rent a (hikers) cabin during the summer months. That is cheaper then staying at a Kro or Hotel.
Btw Denmark is more then just Copenhagen. You can go to Odense to visit the house where Hans Christian Anderson was born.
Or visit the 'Damestenen' near Svendborg.
Or visit Skagen where the North Sea and the Baltic Sea clash together and on the beach of Skagen there is a sunken WWII bunker.
Denmark has Legoland near Billund (also a second airport).
Denmark has their own soda called Faxe Kondi named after the town Fakse.
Thanks for sharing! And you're so right -- I can't wait to explore more of the country :)
And Jolly-cola!!
Next time buy a Rejsekort , put money on , its much cheaper, also there are places where its not that expensive to dine and drink or have a coffee. And thanks for the lower the voice part !!! And the biking culture.
Thanks for this!
The prices in the center of Copenhagen are really high, try to move a little out of the center down the side streets and the prices will go down a little and remember Denmark is an extremely safe country both day and night 😏
Hi Camden, what a brilliant video. I've watched a few of your videos now and love how in depth you go. I work for a new up and coming app and I think we have the same values, would you be willing to open for a discussion, we could help with the costs of your monthly moves.
You can also take the metro to downtown from the airport :) AND at the Assistens Cemetary you can see Hans Christian Andersen's grave (a piece of history)
Thank you so much.
You got it!
I'm traveling there alone in a couple of weeks. I've traveled alone before and usually have no problem chatting with and meeting locals. I hear it is difficult to do there though. Is that true? That they don't speak for foreigners or socialize outside their circles
We are not going to pretend you are our best friend..
Omg thank God I have started watching your video, I've bumped into it accidentally! as I've been messaging quite few people on TH-cam, about exchanging currencies, and no-one!!! told me it's a cash free place 😮😮😮😮 what s the best wayt not to be charged for every single transaction? 😮😮😮😢
Best thing you can do is make sure you're working with a bank that doesn't charge international usage fees :)
Don't use a bike in the city, if you don't know how to drive. Car drivers don't expect you to drive in to the traffic lane, so they may not stop in time.
100%
Nyhavn is very overrated and I try to avoid it. The little Mermaid seems to be a big dissapointment for tourists like you. For some reason tourists like you thinks it should be like 200 meters tall. But no. This is a statue of a mermaid that fell in love with a prince that lived like a normal human. She would come out of the ocean just to catch a glimpse of him. This beautiful love story does not involve a 200 meter tall mermaid but a small fragile mermaid seeking the love of her life. The staue is a tribute to HC Andersen who wrote the fairytale of the little Mermaid
Appreciate you sharing this 😄
Yeah, it would be weird if the LITTLE mermaid wasn't .... eh ... little.
Tourists like YOU lmao
very nice video
Much appreciated
Nyhavn used to be used for parking cars.
13.25 and not mentioning the fabolous beer culture in Copenhagen..
I don’t drink much so didn’t want to speak on something I didn’t experience - but I appreciate you sharing that!
Will be visiting at the end of September, I would like to know if anyone can tell me what’s the weather like, is it cold or warm, and does it rain a lot? What’s the best area to stay? It’s our first time visiting, if anyone can help please let me know. Thanks
We are here in Copenhagen now. It has been raining all day in a week. Bring your raincoat or umbrella.
@@karabuksafranbolugelin thank you so much 😊
Very nice sir
Much appreciated!
11-12 Eur for a pint in the country of Carlsberg (and Tuborg) is just out of this world. Crazy.
If you raise the prices, the poor don't come, which means less arguing, less fighting and less hassle in general.
LOL...
In kiosks, a 33cl Carlsberg is cheaper than a Coca-Cola.
And you are allowed to drink it "on the street", and in the parks, as long as you are not a nuisance..
Regarding bakeries.
Theres a lot of good ones around, and I doubt the author have tried enough to actually have a meaningfull opinion. Different regions will have slightly different approaches, and some will focus on more localized delicasses..
Try Emmerys(notoriously expensive, but right down the alley of the "trendy"audience" with their rustic breads baked from all organic ingredients)
Or just any bakery named "guldbageren" - Guldbageren is a business-sign you can only fly if you won a medal when graduating, and youl find the items is closer to the true traditional danish pastry than many of the more trendy items (like pastry with custard and fresh blackberries)
Yes, you can get a medal for graduating, IF you were the very best of all clsses that year. It will be handed to you by the King himself. Which leads to the next.
Prety much anything labeld "by appointment to the danish court" will be of superior quality. This goes for wines, flowers, clothes, choklates, furniture and ofcus pastry.
That said, the bakeries in denmark ALL have a high standard, and noone should go lazerfocused on one single spot. it makes NO sense.
Theyre ALL that good. Standard is high.. And each of them will most likely have a few items that they make better than others. Best you can do is go windowshopping for bakeries, and then just try w/e you think looks good. it will be good..
Thanks for sharing all this!
For bakery you should try Haart Bagery and Andersson (near island brygge).
As evidence how generally polite those folks are, I see nobody has roasted you yet for such pronunciations 😅
Haha yeah my pronunciations need A LOT of work - thanks for putting up with me. And great rec on Haart. Tried them and it did not disappoint!
The prices of places such as Nyhavn, Strøget, Tivoli, and others are insanely pricey. Why is that? It is usually where you find the tourists. Shops around these places will exploit the tourists to the max. Very few Danes will shop there.
Low voice, calm is good. We hate baseball caps.
how much budget do you think needed to visit for a week in copenhagen?
So tough to answer cause it depends on what you're hoping to do. I always say $100 USD budget per day can work in any city (aside from accommodation). Copenhagen is no different. What's more important is knowing what type of visit you're hoping for and then building a budget to align with those goals. Hope that makes sense!
you're soooo American I love it 😂
Hahhaha what gave it away?
How expensive is “really expensive”? For example, what can a solo traveler expect to spend for a nice dinner?
TLDR: $50 for acceptable, $200 for good, $1000+ for “fine dining“
Extended version: The starting point for descent is about $50 but depending on your definition of nice, $1000 is easily doable. So it really depends on where you draw the line (and whether you include wine as a bottle can run you anywhere from $30 to $10,000+)
1 dåse makrel 7 kr i Rema . 😊@@mallicvoid
you can eat in Copenhagen from 22 dollars for a meal and up to extremely expensive in a restaurant for a very good meal from 40 dollars and up or so , you can also buy a hotdog they are very good
@veronicajensen7690 eller et varmt måltid på et værested for 10 kr. 🙄🫣
I’ve been here for a week now and I have been averaging around $40-$50 dinner at good but not fancy or notable restaurants. It’s not hard to find a menu set where you get apps, entree etc for 3-500k (7k =$1). You can also get a great burger or falafel meal for about $20 or a good hot dog for $5. But the sky is the limit. Last time I was here in 2015 my sister and I spent about $300 a person for lunch at Geranium and I consider it a bargain. It’s still hands down the best meal either of us have ever had.
In 01:19 You literally show scan system for travel card, (01:36 machines to charge them) and then You say "theres no place to scan in". Tickets are really expensive, so yeah, travel card is your friend. Can buy in 7/11, bilet sellers.
I think he just means there's no place to scan in with paper tickets, which a large percentage of tourists use....I have seen several trying to scan the paper on the blue dot.
@@Caroline-rv8wyThere are no faregates or turnstiles. As is the case on many North American systems.
Denmark is not "cashless".
It is ILLEGAL for stores to not accept cash during normal business-hours.
Copenhagen is an old and fascinating town. I always advise my friends to avoid the underground metro. Why stay underground in darkness when you can walk the streets and be amazed by the architecture? Besides, the city is pedestrian-friendly, and most tourist attractions can be explored on foot. I did this when I first arrived, and I'm still doing it now, eight years later. The city (the country in general, as the prices won't differ much) is expensive, so bring an empty bottle of water and refill it in the toilet (normally there is one clearly marked for drinking) and if only for a short trip, avoid the museums.
By the way, you missed the opportunity to visit the tower of the parliament, which is free and offers a panoramic view of the entire city!
A note on public transportation fines: if you're not a citizen, receiving a fine is a serious matter, it could create issues when renewing your residency permit or applying for citizenship.
Thanks for taking the time to share all this!
The little mermaid is little, literally
True haha
Yo what’s going on in Denmark? Here in the US our government just raised travel warning to a level 2 for Denmark due to terrorist threats? Why would anyone attack a country like Denmark?
Denmark is among the safest countries nothing is going on here really , although we have had some "Swedes" who were contracted to kill gang members here in Denmark , we do have gangs but it's not something you will see if you visit I have lived in Copenhagen all my life without ever having any problems, someone from the US is the last one who have to worry about visiting Europe and certainly Denmark as there is much more going on in the US (depending on where in the US you live)
@ oh trust me I know exactly what you’re talking about, luckily I don’t live in those areas where it is basically a living hellhole here in the US but we know of the exact areas to stay away from. But sometimes they come out from those areas and try to rob from the safer areas
Unless you're an experienced cyclist do not rent a bicycle in Copenhagen. It's not for amateurs. And dont walk on the bike lanes!
How is the English level there?
Widely spoken
English is taught in elementary school and national TV shows a lot of bloody american splatter movies
I’ve been here a week and I have not had a single instance where a person I needed to talk to didn’t speak at least passable English. Most of the people I’ve interacted with are completely fluent.
*I wish (that) I had known
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You don't have to be cool to stay in Copenhagen... I have been living here 14 years and I'm not cool. Just stop by and enjoy.
What a cool response
My concern is that I am neurodivergent and I actually struggle to know how loud I am talking. I want to be respectful, but I’m worried I’ll sound like I’m screaming and Danish people will judge me.
Don't worry! The locals are very kind :)
I agree. Everyone here has been as kind as can be. And as a culture they are very aware and accommodating of diversity and people with special needs.
Don't worry. They'll just assume you're American and can't help it
@ i don’t want to look like a standard rude American though :( i want to look like i actually respect others
@@CliffordNedTrash It's ok if you're loud, just don't be a jerk and you'll be fine. I've found the easiest way to be an annoying tourist is not to respect the rules regarding bike lanes.
When you're a pedestrian, make sure you have a green light to walk through the bike lane, it is not always the same signal as the crosswalk, and unless you are absolutely sure there are no bikes around, only cross them at the marked intersections.
That's true of normal roads too. People tend to cross at crosswalks and respect the signals. Obviously not everyone, but unlike where I live in the US, jaywalking does not seem to be a national pastime.
If you're going to ride a bike, only do so if you are an experienced rider, and then take the time to watch some videos explaining the rules. Especially about how passing works, what to do if there is no bike lane and how to make a turb, Especially, a left turn. (It can be tricky because you need to cross the street then get in line for the cross street which will naturally have a red light when you get to it.)
Im danish and hate Nørrebro.
Nørrebronx..
It's easy to find girlfriend there
Sure, some people dress trendy in Copenhagen, but you can absolutely wear a plain white t-shirt and jeans and you won't stand out. Copenhagen is not a fashion catwalk.
No one in Denmark cares what you wear. Also, if you want to rent a bike, the bike lanes are not rocket science.
Wow… how does a person make a recommendation video about Copenhagen and NOT mention Tivoli?!? Fail.
I don't make recommendations for places I haven't visited myself -- gotta keep things honest and real :)
I was a bit surprised that he didn't because that's one of the first places I want to go when I visit Copenhagen.
About the bakeries… I don’t know Juno, but it’s probably really fine. But all over Denmark - not just Copenhagen - you can find excellent bakeries, with brilliant pastry. Danes will talk about good and bad bakeries, because we expect a lot, but for tourists, I think they all will show the famous pastry.
Tivoli is too expensive - a tourist trap!
Tivoli is pretty amazing. The amount of stuff packed in that small of a space is astonishing. Soooo many food stands, shops, rides, attractions and it’s also an all ages casino. For kids they have those arcades where you win tickets that you trade for prizes. For adults they have straight up gambling halls full of cash slot machines, you can even smoke in them! I didn’t go on any rides but it certainly was worth the time to explore.
I lived in Denmark for 2 years for work. Hated every moment. The taxes, cashless society, the taxes, bad weather, everyone seems to be socially awkward/not have communication skills, the taxes, the overall prices on everything were ridiculous. I don't understand how Danes aren't protesting in the streets with the amount of money the government steals from them. Everyone seems to have a hivemind in the country. Zero individuality.
Sounds like Canada 😂
"The Government" consists of people chosen from the people by the people, and they put up with the taxes, because they get well worth the price in return through free education, free healthcare, brilliant infrastructure etc. etc. Taxes also help the salaries to go up, so all in all average Danes have more to spend than people in most other countries.
I'm also from elsewhere and I love living in Denmark, and feel better off here than I ever did in North America. The winter sucks, but the government isn't stealing our money, the taxes go towards healthcare, university education, childcare subsidies, parental leave, sick leave, public transportation, social programs, the list goes on. People are taken care of and the 'hivemind' is happy for their tax money to help those less fortunate and not only themselves. Prices are high but income is too. Danes are super nice, there's plenty of individuality, and even though card is the standard, you can use cash almost everywhere, no one is stopping you. But if you hated it so much, it's good thing you left - Denmark doesn't need your level of negativity.
Sounds just like New York!
Denmark is not "cashless", unlike in Sweden it is ILLEGAL for businesses to not accept cash payment during normal business hours.
Don't blame US for your choice to not use cash!!