Tourism
Latest news and information on tourism, tourist sites, and visitor numbers in Denmark.
Will heatwaves push European holidaymakers to 'coolcations'?
European holidaymakers worn down by recurrent heatwaves are currently snubbing Mediterranean destinations for northern climes in hopes of cooler temperatures, but it remains to be seen whether it is just a fad or a durable shift in the tourism market.
Discover Sweden: Five of the best day trips from Copenhagen
Whether you're in the mood for seafood, leisurely walks, history or shopping – there's plenty to experience in southern Sweden. It's easily accessible from Copenhagen and with the Swedish krona currently weak, it's cheap too.
Five places to go in Denmark when the weather is hot
Hot weather is not usually Denmark’s biggest selling point, but with thousands of kilometres of coast, there are plenty of places to cool down when temperatures rise.
Denmark launches new strategy to further boost tourism
The Danish government has set itself a target of raising 200 billion kroner in revenue from tourism by 2030.
'Coolcation': Why Denmark is a top choice for tourists looking to escape the heat
Denmark is well-positioned to become a favourite destination for heat-averse tourists.
Could Copenhagen become next European city to introduce tourist tax?
Copenhagen’s city government wants to follow similar moves in other popular city destinations by introducing a tax on tourists.
Stay away! How Europe's most popular spots are fighting overtourism
Tourist hotspots around Europe are on a crusade to deal with surging visitor numbers. Is it the end of mass tourism in Europe?
Copenhagen Municipality moves forward with tourist tax plan
A tax on tourists in Copenhagen is a step closer to reality after the city’s municipal council voted in favour of it.
Booking.com owes Danish hotels 'millions of kroner'
Denmark's hospitality trade body Horesta has given the online hotel site Booking.com two days to pay payments owed to some 200 hotels and bed and breakfasts in the country, after which it is threatening legal action.
How will Denmark be affected by climate change-driven tourism?
An increase in temperatures across Europe has tourists eyeing more northern countries like Denmark as future holiday destinations. But is more tourism from climate change a good thing for the Nordic nation?
Where can you travel by international train from Denmark this summer?
Looking to travel outside of Denmark this summer, but want to avoid the latest flight chaos? Take advantage of Denmark's train network to explore Europe.
Which roads in Copenhagen are closed this week for the Distortion festival?
Is it the highlight of your year or a bit of an inconvenience? Here's a quick guide to which streets in Copenhagen will be closed for this week's Distortion street festival.
How to spend 24 hours in Copenhagen
You've got a day and a night in the Danish capital. Where do you start? What do you see, what do you avoid? Emma Firth gives her top recommendations.
Copenhagen attraction Tivoli expects record turnover for 2022
Iconic Copenhagen amusement park Tivoli says its takings in 2022 are expected to set a record for the attraction.
Yes, train travel across Europe is far better than flying - even with kids
Hoping to do his bit for the planet, perhaps save some money and avoid spending any time in airports, The Local's Ben McPartland decided to travel 2,000km with his family across Europe by train - not plane. Here's how he got on on and would he recommend it?
EU delays passport scan system and €7 travel fee until 2023
Two major changes that were due to come into force in 2022 for travellers entering the EU - an enhanced passport scanning system and the introduction of a €7 visa for tourists - have been delayed for a year.
Who visits Denmark in summer and where do the tourists go?
Tourism in Denmark is still rebounding after the bottom fell out in 2020. But which kind of tourists come to Denmark in the summer? Where are they from and where do they go?
Airport chaos in Europe: Airlines cancel 15,000 flights in August
Airlines have cancelled a further 15,000 flights in Europe this August as they continue to struggle with staff shortages and strikes, new data shows.
EU extends Covid travel certificates until 2023 but what does this mean for travellers?
The EU has announced that its Covid travel certificate will be extended until 2023. Claudia Delpero looks at what this mean if you have a trip planned this year.
Denmark's 'freetown' Christiania hangs onto soul, 50 years on
A refuge for anarchists, hippies and artists, Denmark's 'freetown' Christiania turns 50 on Sunday, and though it hasn't completely avoided the encroachment of modernity and capitalism, its free-wheeling soul remains intact.
What happens if a tourist gets Covid-19 while on holiday in Denmark?
What should tourists do if they develop Covid symptoms while on holiday in Denmark? Are the rules any different for fully vaccinated visitors? When can people return home?
Heirs of Little Mermaid sculptor demand removal of Jutland rival
The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen, the city's most famous monument, has gained a rival in the harbour of Asaa in northern Jutland. Now the family behind the original is demanding its removal.
Take your senses on vacation in the extraordinary Dubrovnik Riviera
Imagine a destination that delights your every sense. One that presents a beautiful array of natural landscapes, where life's stresses and strains melt away in the heat of the golden sun.