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Is the Copenhagen Card Worth It?

Yes, if you visit 3+ paid attractions or stay 2+ days. It covers 80+ attractions, all public transport including the airport run, and the canal cruise. Tivoli plus Rosenborg plus the cruise plus the airport metro already gets you close to break-even; add one museum and it pays for itself. Full maths below.

What the Copenhagen Card covers

Attractions (80+)

Usually included

  • Tivoli Gardens (€22 value).
  • Rosenborg Castle + Crown Jewels (€19).
  • Christiansborg Palace reception rooms (€19).
  • Church of Our Saviour spiral climb (€9).
  • Canal cruise, 1 hour (€21).
  • Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek (€12).
  • National Museum (€14).
  • Thorvaldsen Museum (€8).
  • Round Tower climb (€6–8).
  • 70+ more (Rosenborg Tower, Marble Church, museums, zoo, etc.).

Transport (unlimited)

Usually included

  • Metro (24/7, all lines).
  • Buses (all routes).
  • Harbour buses/yellow ferries (lines 991/992).
  • Airport–city metro (M2, normally €5).
  • Regional trains within zone (S-train).

NOT included

Usually included

  • Bike tours (€53, separate booking).
  • Food tours (€120, separate).
  • Restaurant meals.
  • Day-trip coach tour to castles (€185, separate).
  • Ride passes at Tivoli (extra cost on top of entry).

Is it worth it? A worked example

Copenhagen Card break-even: paying separately totals 126 euro vs the 72-hour card at 118 euro
The 72-hour worked example — a typical active itinerary already beats the card price before the free extras.

Three-day Copenhagen trip, mid-range budget:

ItemCost
Tivoli entry€22
Rosenborg Castle€19
Canal cruise€21
Church of Our Saviour climb€9
National Museum€14
Public transport 3 days (3× City Pass 24h)€36
Airport metro€5
Total à-la-carte€126
Copenhagen Card 72 h€118
Savings€8

Plus: 70+ other attractions included for free (Marble Church, Round Tower, etc.). Time saved queuing to buy individual tickets.

When to buy the card

Card 24 h activates on first use (e.g. airport metro, first attraction, or public transport). Card 48/72/96/120 h work the same way.

Buy at the airport, at tourist information (Strøget), or online in advance.

Pro tips

Usually included

  • Activate on arrival: Get to the airport, buy the card, use it immediately on the metro. Counts as Day 1 of your pass.
  • Plan 3+ paid sights: If you visit only Tivoli + Rosenborg, the card barely breaks even. If you add the canal cruise + one museum, it’s a clear win.
  • Skip ride passes at Tivoli: Card covers entry; rides cost extra (~€30–60). Budget separately for rides, or just enjoy the gardens.
  • Use the transport generously: Instead of walking 20 min, take the metro one stop. Distances add up; the card covers it.
Insider tip

Activate the card on the airport metro (€5 value right there). Visit Tivoli + Rosenborg + one museum and it pays for itself. The real value is not queuing to buy individual tickets and unlimited transport.

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Frequently asked questions

Is the Copenhagen Card worth it?

Yes, if you visit 3+ paid attractions. 24 h (€79) breaks even at Tivoli + Rosenborg + canal cruise + one museum. Includes 80+ attractions and unlimited transport.

How much does the Copenhagen Card cost?

24 h: €79 (~DKK 590). 48 h: €99. 72 h: €118. 96 h: €135. 120 h: €155. See the break-even example.

What's included with the Copenhagen Card?

80+ attractions (Tivoli, Rosenborg, canal cruise, museums), unlimited public transport (metro, buses, harbour ferries), and airport metro. Does NOT include food tours, bike tours, or Tivoli ride passes.

When should I buy the card?

At the airport (convenience), tourist info on Strøget, or online in advance. Activate it on first use (e.g. airport metro). Works immediately.

Should I get a 24 h or 72 h card?

24 h for a one-day cruise stop (quick sights + transport). 48–72 h for 2–3 day trip. Most tourists pick 72 h for flexibility.