House of travel Northern, Central & Eastern Europe Brochure 2017 | Page 34

Copenhagen, Denmark Your time in Copenhagen will surprise and delight. For the style-conscious, you’ll be kept well-entertained by the Stroget, Europe’s longest shopping street, while Europe’s oldest functioning observatory, the Round Tower, is the perfect spot for a bird’s eye view of the city. No visit to this city would be complete without a pilgrimage to the statue of the Little Mermaid, but if you really want to get in touch with your inner child, the Tivoli Gardens are a true wonderland. The city frequently tops the “most liveable” lists – grab one of the 1000+ free bicycles dotted in locations all over the city and find out why for yourself. Our favourite things to see and do Panoramic Tour & Canal Tour – Starting by coach, you’ll pass the city’s famous sights before heading to the old fish market where you’ll board a boat and cruise through the bustling harbour then along the picturesque canals of Christianshavn and Frederiksholm. Hop on Hop Off City Tour – See the sights of the city at your own pace from an open top double decker. Get a bird’s eye view of Copenhagen’s swirling towers and turrets, and visit the Little Mermaid, to whom sailors appealed for forgiveness of their sins while they were in port. Copenhagen Food Tour – Immerse yourself in Copenhagen’s culinary scene on a walking tour. Follow your food-loving guide off the beaten path to see some of the city’s hidden highlights, ranging from an organic cheese shop to a Danish fair trade chocolatier to a craft microbrewery. Taste handcrafted confections, rich cheese, an array of sausages and refreshing beers. Castles Tour of North Zealand and Hamlet Castle – Uncover the mysteries behind the fairy tale castles of Copenhagen on a full-day tour of North Zealand, a region just outside the Danish capital. Visit Kronborg Castle, a UNESCO Heritage site and the setting of Shakespeare’s ‘Hamlet’, and delve into the intriguing history of the fortress. Admire the architecture of Fredensborg Palace, residence of the Danish royal family, and the ancient Frederiksborg Castle. Bike City Tour – Take a small group guided cycle tour around this bike-friendly city and see prominent landmarks like Amalienborg Palace, the star-shaped Kastellet Fortress, and The Little Mermaid, as you enrich your knowledge of Denmark’s historical heritage. Our favourite places to stay: • • • Alexandra Hotel Imperial Hotel Copenhagen Admiral Hotel Image Egeskov Castle 30 ©Bettan