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Is Copenhagen expensive for tourists?

Daily budgets for Copenhagen in 2026

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Short answer

Yes, Copenhagen is one of the more expensive cities in Europe, with overall costs close to London and Oslo. As of 2026 a tight budget is about DKK 700 per person per day, a mid-range trip about DKK 1,800 and a luxury trip about DKK 4,500, including accommodation but not the journey to Copenhagen. Eating out is where the city is especially expensive. A single public transport journey starts at DKK 24 (September 2026).

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Why

  1. Eating out is where Copenhagen is especially expensive.
  2. Denmark had the highest price level for restaurants and hotels in the EU in 2025.
  3. Many things are free: parks, the harbour baths and the Changing of the Royal Guards.

Details

A mid-range three-day trip comes to about DKK 5,300 per person in 2026, excluding travel to and from the city.

Tip

Drink tap water: there are more than 60 public drinking fountains in the city where you can refill your bottle for free.

What may differ

The budgets are typical ranges for 2026 and only the transport fare is dated (24 September 2026), so check current prices before you go.

Common misconception

Copenhagen is so expensive that a short trip is only possible on a big budget.

What actually happens

A tight trip of about DKK 700 a day is realistic in 2026 if you stay in a hostel, walk or cycle and use the free sights.

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Sources

This answer is for reference only. Prices, fees and taxes change, so check the official sources before you plan your budget.

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