21 days in Copenhagen, Aarhus & Helsingoer Itinerary

Founded in the 10th century as a Viking fishing village, Copenhagen has morphed into the cultural, political, and economic powerhouse of the country.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at National Gallery of Denmark and Folkehuset Absalon. And it doesn't end there: wander the streets of Stroeget, admire the masterpieces at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, get to know the fascinating history of Nyhavn, and appreciate the history behind The Little Mermaid.

To find maps, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, you can read our Copenhagen holiday app.

Bangkok, Thailand to Copenhagen is an approximately 15-hour flight. Traveling from Bangkok to Copenhagen, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. In February, Copenhagen is much colder than Bangkok - with highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C. On the 9th (Tue), you'll travel to Aarhus.

Located on the sea, Aarhus blends a world city with a small-town feel. Home to a young population, the city has a reputation for producing internationally known pop and rock musicians.

Give yourself a bit of retail therapy at Herning bibliotek and Belle Kunst. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Aarhus: Fjordbyen (in Aalborg), Ny Lundgaard Ismejeri (in Tjele) and Odense (Kramboden & Rosengaardcentret). There's lots more to do: see the sky in a new way at Aros Aarhus Kunstmuseum, get into the urban bustle at Dokk1, and learn about winemaking at Cold Hand Winery.

To see reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read Aarhus trip itinerary planning website.

Traveling by car from Copenhagen to Aarhus takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In February, daily temperatures in Aarhus can reach 5°C, while at night they dip to -1°C. You'll set off for Helsingoer on the 14th (Sun).

Home to the castle made famous by Shakespeare's "Hamlet," Helsingoer offers rolling hills and lush forests in the countryside, juxtaposed by the acclaimed art galleries, museums, and cosmopolitan atmosphere of the town center.

Shop till you drop at Tibberup Hoekeren and Glassmedjen. Explore Helsingoer's surroundings by going to Hillerod (Hilleroed Loppemarked & Frederiksborg Slotskirke). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Louisiana Museum of Modern Art, take in the spiritual surroundings of Karmeliterklostret, tee off at Nordsjaellands Golf Center Passebaekgaard, and relax and rejuvenate at KURBADET by Ilse Jacobsen.

For maps, photos, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Helsingoer trip itinerary planning tool.

Traveling by car from Aarhus to Helsingoer takes 3.5 hours. February in Helsingoer sees daily highs of 4°C and lows of 0°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 20th (Sat).