The Danish capital is a superb place for a city break in Europe, and offers a wide variety of activities that families can enjoy. Whether it is part of a tour of Northern Europe, or a destination in its own right, the number of cheaper hotels in Copenhagen like CABINN City mean that staying there with a family is very affordable. Generally speaking, hotels in Copenhagen such as the Hotel Christian IV are most welcoming to younger children, and the city as a whole has a responsive attitude to the needs of families.
Situated a stone’s throw from Hans Christian Andersen’s Boulevard, the Children’s Museum is actually a part of the Danish National Museum. Here, the exhibits are aimed at children ages four through ten, although both younger and older kids will also find things to amuse them. Free to enter, the Children’s Museum is open every day of the week except Mondays. Kids will get an idea of what childhood was like for people during different eras in history. There is also a restaurant here, in case you need to stop for a bite to eat.
Occupying a site that covers over 30,000 square feet, Experimentarium City is one of the best places to take children in Copenhagen. Located close to Nyhavn, where some top-notch Copenhagen hotels can be found as well, Experimentarium City affords children the chance to have fun whilst learning about themselves. Many of the activities on offer involve a high degree of interaction, such as attempting to guess smells or cycling on a reverse-steering bicycle. However, the context of the attraction never forgets that kids need to form their own opinions and conclusions from the fun they are having, promoting scientific thought through novel approaches.
Tivoli Gardens is a true gem of Copenhagen. Not only is its architecture stunning, but much of its planting is lush and inviting too. However, kids will love it for the amusement park which has its home in a section of the gardens. Tivoli Gardens Amusement Park has a number great new rides, but what makes it stand out from the run-of-the-mill theme park are the many vintage rides which still operate there, such as the wooden roller coaster which dates back to 1914. Children are admitted free of charge.
Copenhagen is a superb place to visit with kids and the attractions don’t end with those mentioned here. What are you waiting for?
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