Copenhagen is one of those cities that seems almost designed for families. Colourful streets, castles, canals, brilliant museums, playgrounds, bikes everywhere — and, of course, a certain famous theme park that makes it pretty hard to convince kids they’ve had enough.
We explored Copenhagen with our son and found plenty to keep all of us interested, from hands-on museums and historic sights to slightly more unusual experiences away from the standard tourist trail. Our guide shares the best things to do in Copenhagen with kids, family-friendly attractions, where to go, practical tips and the experiences we enjoyed most.
Whether you’re visiting for a weekend or using Copenhagen as a base for exploring Denmark, here’s our family take on this wonderfully walkable city.
Come for the colourful harbour. Stay for the pastries, museums and adventures.
If you’re planning a family trip to Denmark’s capital, you’re in for a treat. Copenhagen consistently ranks among the world’s most family-friendly cities, with safe streets, incredible playgrounds, fascinating museums, and plenty of hands-on experiences for curious kids. We recently spent time exploring Copenhagen with our 9-year-old son, and we were genuinely impressed by how…
