19 days in Denmark Itinerary

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

Copenhagen is known for historic sites, theme parks, and museums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Rosenborg Castle, get engrossed in the history at National Museum of Denmark, explore the world behind art at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Our Saviour's Church.

To see where to stay, traveler tips, reviews, and tourist information, read Copenhagen trip website.

Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Copenhagen is an approximately 4.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. In July in Copenhagen, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 14°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Odense.

The capital of the island of Funen, Odense represents the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, who penned such classics as "The Little Mermaid" and "The Ugly Duckling." Denmark's third-largest city proudly displays its link to the famous writer with museums, sculptures, and public art installations dedicated to Andersen and his stories.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Thu): examine the collection at H. C. Andersens House, get to know the resident critters at Odense ZOO, then step into the grandiose world of Egeskov Castle, then explore the different monuments and memorials at Lindeskov langdysse, and finally steep yourself in history at Vor Frue Kirke. On the next day, stroll around Fruens Boge, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Trinitatis Kirke Fredericia, and then identify plant and animal life at Lyt til marsvin.

For where to stay, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, go to the Odense tour builder app.

You can drive from Copenhagen to Odense in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Odense can reach 24°C, while at night they dip to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Aero.

Most visitors remember their trip to Aero by a unique blend of scenery, culture, history, and food.

Aero is known for museums, nature, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: take in the spiritual surroundings of Marstal Kirke, admire the striking features of Badehusene pa Vesterstrand, examine the collection at Hammerichs Hus, and view the masterpieces at Galleri Rita Lund Malerier.

To find reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, read Aero trip itinerary maker app.

Traveling by car from Odense to Aero takes 2.5 hours. On the 3rd (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can travel to Blokhus.

Blokhus is a small town with a population of 441 in the municipality of Jammerbugt in Denmark, on the north-west coast of the Jutland Peninsula. Kick off your visit on the 4th (Wed): see the interesting displays at Victor Petersen's Willumsen Collection at the Manor Odden, then experience rural life at Skallerup Klit Ridecenter, then kick back and relax at Lokken Beach, and finally find something for the whole family at Faarup Sommerland. On the next day, look for gifts at Bolcheriet R, then visit a coastal fixture at Rubjerg Knude, then deepen your knowledge of military history at Bunkermuseet ved Bulbjerg, and finally make a trip to Testcenter Osterild.

For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, refer to the Blokhus trip builder tool.

Traveling by car from Aero to Blokhus takes 5 hours. August in Blokhus sees daily highs of 24°C and lows of 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Thu) to allow enough time to drive 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.

Aarhus is known for childrens museums, museums, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: examine the collection at Den Gamle By, take in the spiritual surroundings of Aarhus Domkirke, walk around Marselisborg Deer Park, and see the sky in a new way at Aros Aarhus Kunstmuseum.

To see other places to visit, reviews, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Aarhus itinerary builder website.

Getting from Blokhus to Aarhus by car takes about 2 hours. Other options: do a combination of bus and train. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in August, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 9th (Mon) so you can drive to Billund.

Billund centers around everything LEGGO, as the seat of the internationally renowed company's headquarters (and also home to the Billund airport, built by the LEGGO company).

Start off your visit on the 10th (Tue): get in on the family fun at LEGOLAND Billund. Keep things going the next day: enjoy some diversion at LEGO House, don't miss a visit to Street Art, and then meet the residents at Rovfugleshow.

For ratings, traveler tips, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Billund trip planner.

Getting from Aarhus to Billund by car takes about 1.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Expect a daytime high around 24°C in August, and nighttime lows around 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Wed) early enough to travel back home.