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.
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
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.
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.
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!!!
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!
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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 :)
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
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 😊
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.
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.
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 😏
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
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)
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.
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
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.
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.
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!
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..
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.
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
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
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
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 😅
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.
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.
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.
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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.
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 :)
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
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.
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 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!
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.
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
As a Dane I approve this. Well done video. Wish you all a happy stay here ❤
Thank you! This is the second time your videos have helped me before travel. The other was Nice. Thank you!
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!
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 :)
sitting at nyhavn with a cold beer from a kiosk on the harbor is nice c:
without a doubt
As a local, I have to say: You nailed it! 👏
Much appreciated!
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!
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 !
Great info…can’t wait to go…..thanks for the tips…
Hope you get to go soon!
@@camdendavid Thailand this year
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 :)
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!
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!
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!
Wow, this was all super solid! - a Copenhagener
I appreciate that!
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 :)
love this vid!!
Much appreciated!
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 :)
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.
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 😊
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 :)
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.
Nyhavn used to be used for parking cars.
Thank you so much.
You got it!
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 😏
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!
very nice video
Much appreciated
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)
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!
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
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%
Very nice sir
Much appreciated!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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.
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 😊
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. 🙄🫣
you're soooo American I love it 😂
Hahhaha what gave it away?
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
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
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!
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!
*I wish (that) I had known
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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 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.
Im danish and hate Nørrebro.
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!