Copenhagen Card: 80+ Attractions & Free Transport Pass

Summary

Art, castles, zoos and canal boats with one Copenhagen pass

You’ll jump between Copenhagen’s castles, art museums, gardens and even Viking ships—all with one digital card that covers entry to 80+ attractions plus unlimited public transport. Expect spontaneous moments: holding a Viking axe, tasting local pastries by the canal, or catching your breath under modern art skylights. It’s less hassle, more wandering—just tap your phone and go.

What’s the experience like?

I didn’t expect to feel so free hopping around Copenhagen — but the Copenhagen Card made it weirdly easy. We started at Rosenborg Castle (the crown jewels are smaller than I thought, but still sparkly), then just flashed our phones for entry. The guard nodded, and I tried not to look too touristy. My friend Mads said Danes always act casual about royalty, but he still took a selfie outside. You get unlimited public transport too, so we just jumped on a train out to Louisiana Museum of Modern Art after that. The sea breeze up there is sharp in your nose — not cold exactly, just bracing.

Lunch was an open-faced sandwich from a bakery near Nyhavn (I can’t pronounce “smørrebrød” right either), then we wandered into Tivoli Gardens. The card covers entrance, but you pay for rides — which I found out after getting excited about the old wooden rollercoaster. Still worth it just for the lights and people-watching; there’s this low hum of Danish chatter everywhere and the smell of caramel nuts drifting past. Later we met a guide at the Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde who let us hold an axe (he laughed when I asked if he ever dropped one on his foot). I’m still thinking about those ships against the grey fjord sky.

Honestly I lost count of how many museums we crammed into two days — Glyptoteket’s marble floors echo under your steps, and at Tycho Brahe Planetarium my niece gasped at the dome screen (she’s five; everything is magic). The whole thing runs off an app; you just activate it when you’re ready to start and go. There’s something satisfying about not fumbling for tickets or coins every time you want to see another side of the city. Maybe that’s why locals looked so unhurried on the metro — or maybe they’re just used to it.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Copenhagen's top attractions

• Visit Copenhagen Zoo
• Enjoy Tivoli Gardens amusement park
• Tour Rosenborg Castle
• Take a boat tour of Copenhagen canals
• Visit Christiansborg Palace
• Explore Amalienborg Palace

Top questions

Is public transport included with the Copenhagen Card?

Yes, unlimited public transport across the entire capital region is included during your card’s active period.

How do I use the Copenhagen Card?

You download their app and redeem your code from your voucher; activate when you’re ready to start exploring.

Does the card cover entrance fees for attractions?

Yes—entry to over 80 attractions like Rosenborg Castle, Tivoli Gardens (entrance only), museums and more is included.

Can kids enter free with an adult?

Each adult card allows up to two children aged 3-11 for free—just add free kids cards when buying yours.

Do I need to book anything in advance?

Some places like Home of Carlsberg or climbing Our Saviour’s Church tower require advance booking—check each site for details.

Is Tivoli Gardens included in full?

The Copenhagen Card includes entrance but not rides; you’ll need to pay separately for any amusements inside Tivoli Gardens.

How long is my Copenhagen Card valid?

Your code is valid for a year until activated; once activated, it runs continuously for your chosen duration (e.g., 24/48 hours).

Is the card wheelchair accessible?

The card itself is digital; most included attractions and all public transportation options are wheelchair accessible.

What’s included

Your day includes free entrance to more than 80 attractions across Copenhagen and nearby towns—from castles and palaces to art museums and even canal boat tours—plus unlimited travel on buses, trains and metro within the capital region. Just download their app before you go; everything works digitally from your phone once activated. If you’re traveling with kids aged 3-11, two can join per adult at no extra cost as long as you add their cards during booking.