{"id":729,"date":"2019-11-29T13:05:51","date_gmt":"2019-11-29T13:05:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/vookbook.com\/blog\/?p=729"},"modified":"2019-11-29T13:05:51","modified_gmt":"2019-11-29T13:05:51","slug":"denmark-historic-buildings-and-friendly-locals","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/vookbook.com\/blog\/denmark-historic-buildings-and-friendly-locals\/","title":{"rendered":"Denmark – Historic Buildings and Friendly Locals"},"content":{"rendered":"

North of Germany<\/a> and south of Norway and Sweden, Denmark is renowned for many things: beautiful architecture, historic buildings and castles, friendly locals, progressive values, and lovely scenic views.<\/p>\n

There is much to do and see in Denmark.<\/p>\n

This Denmark travel guide will help you plan your next vacation.<\/p>\n

Accommodation<\/h2>\n

Budget:<\/strong>\u00a0Denmark offers a variety of bed and breakfast or budget hotels for roughly 350-600 Krones per night that come with communal kitchens, free high-speed Wi-Fi, and great central locations.<\/p>\n

Mid-Range:\u00a0<\/strong>For mid-range hotels, expect to pay between 750 to 1,200 Krones per night and enjoy services like private rooms with a microwave and refrigerator, cable TVs, bar and lounge areas, complimentary breakfast, and wonderful city views.<\/p>\n

High-End:<\/strong>\u00a0Upscale hotels will cost about 1,300-2,300 Krones per night. Experience the best of Denmark hospitality with top-of-the-line service, refined suites, fitness rooms and spas, and elegant dining and bars, among other things.<\/p>\n

Food<\/h2>\n

Fl\u00e6skesteg (pig roast) is one of the main national dishes, while a bowl of Leverpostej(pork liver with dairy, onions, and spices) is another.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re vegetarian, try some Danish blue cheese or the popular sm\u00f8rrebr\u00f8d (an open-style dark brown rye sandwich with your choice of toppings).<\/p>\n

You can find caf\u00e9 treats and coffee for around 100 Krones. When dining in restaurants, meals are priced at around 150 Krones.<\/p>\n

In general, expect to pay around 340 Krones per day for food.<\/p>\n

Transportation<\/h2>\n

Getting to Denmark:\u00a0<\/strong>While Denmark has 8 total airports, Copenhagen Airport is the main one and is just 5 miles from the city center.<\/p>\n

Buses<\/strong>: are a cheap way to get around Denmark and are offered throughout most of Denmark. Expect to pay around 20-25 Krones for a bus ticket, which is valid for one hour. In major cities like Copenhagen, buses run every ten minutes during peak business hours.<\/p>\n

Train:\u00a0<\/strong>The train system in Denmark is well connected, and most trains do not require booking in advance. Ticket prices depending on how far you\u2019re going. For example, take the train from Copenhagen to Elsinore for 84 Krones, or just through the city of Copenhagen for 24 Krones.<\/p>\n

Taxis<\/strong>: Denmark has one of the highest taxi fares in the world. If you want to book from the airport, we suggest transfers with Viator.<\/p>\n

Rent a car:\u00a0<\/strong>Renting a car is an alternative way to get around Denmark. You can rent a car if you are at least 21 years old and have had your driver\u2019s license for at least 1 year. Prices start at around 460 Krones per day.<\/p>\n

When to Go<\/h2>\n

The best time to go to Denmark is the summer months of June through August.<\/p>\n

In this period, the weather is warm (up to 63 degrees Fahrenheit), and you can go do many outdoor activities and join in festivals, including Denmark\u2019s Independence Day (June 5th).<\/p>\n

However, this period is also the busiest tourist season. If you want to beat some of the crowds and don\u2019t mind a slight dip in temperature (roughly 50 degrees Fahrenheit), going in April or May is a good option.<\/p>\n

Things to Do<\/h2>\n

CULTURE<\/h4>\n