What is the best time to visit Denmark?

The best time to visit Denmark depends on your priorities. Many travellers visit year-round, though spring and autumn typically offer pleasant weather and smaller crowds at popular attractions like Jelling Mounds. Check weather patterns for Europe before booking.

What currency does Denmark use?

Denmark uses the Danish krone (kr). Exchange at banks or airports, and withdraw from ATMs with your debit card. Credit cards are accepted in most tourist areas.

What food should I try in Denmark?

Smørrebrød is one of Denmark's most iconic dishes. Other must-try foods include Danish Pastry (Wienerbrød) and Flæskesteg. Eat where locals eat for the best experience.

How many countries can visit Denmark visa-free?

93 countries can enter Denmark without a visa, typically for up to 90 days. Check the full list and your specific requirements above.

Is Denmark safe for tourists?

Denmark is generally safe for tourists with normal precautions. As in any country, stay aware of your surroundings, avoid displaying expensive items, and use registered transport. Check current government travel advisories before your trip.

Denmark Visa Requirements

Do you need a visa for Denmark? 93 passports enter visa-free, usually for up to 90 days. Find your passport below.

Denmark visa requirements

Visa-free

105

Visa required

Denmark offers visa-free entry to 93 countries, with most stays allowed for up to 90 days. The remaining 105 passport holders need to apply at an embassy.

Countries that can visit Denmark visa-free

93 countries can enter without a visa, usually for up to 90 days.

Europe

Asia

United Arab Emirates90d

Americas

Oceania

Other

AD90d

Antigua and Barbuda90d

Bahamas90d

Barbados90d

Belgium

Bosnia and Herzegovina90d

Brunei90d

Bulgaria

Costa Rica90d

Cyprus

DM90d

El Salvador90d

Estonia

Grenada90d

Guatemala90d

Honduras90d

Hong Kong90d

Israel90d

Kiribati90d

KN90d

Kosovo90d

Latvia

Lithuania

Luxembourg

Macau90d

Malta

Mauritius90d

MC90d

MH90d

Micronesia90d

Montenegro90d

Nicaragua90d

North Macedonia90d

Panama90d

Paraguay90d

PW90d

Saint Lucia90d

Saint Vincent and the Grenadines90d

Samoa90d

Serbia90d

Seychelles90d

Slovakia

Slovenia

SM90d

Solomon Islands90d

Taiwan90d

Timor-Leste90d

Tonga90d

Trinidad and Tobago90d

TV90d

Ukraine90d

Uruguay90d

VA90d

Venezuela90d

Capital

Copenhagen

Language

Danish

Currency

Danish krone (kr)

Population

6.0M

Timezone

UTC-04:00

Visa-free access

93 countries

Travelling to Denmark

Denmark is a Nordic country in Northern Europe. It is the metropole and most populous constituent of the Kingdom of Denmark, also known as the Danish Realm, a.

Denmark is located in Northern Europe, Europe. The capital is Copenhagen, and the official language is Danish. The local currency is the Danish krone (kr). With a population of 6.0M, Denmark is a smaller country in Europe.

Top places to visit in Denmark

Jelling Mounds

Harald Bluetooth erected a runestone in 965 CE claiming he had won all of Denmark and Norway and made the Danes Christian. The stone has the oldest image of Jesus in Scandinavia carved on it. The Blue

Aros Aarhus

A 150-meter circular walkway of colored glass on the roof wraps visitors in the full spectrum as they walk around it above Aarhus. Below, a 4.5-meter hyper-realistic crouching boy is the most photogra

Round Tower

A seventeenth-century observatory in Copenhagen is reached not by stairs but by a continuous helical ramp wide enough to have once accommodated horse-drawn carts.

Christiansfeld

A small Danish town founded by the Moravian Brethren in 1773 preserves an eighteenth-century planned community almost intact, with a graveyard where every stone is identical regardless of the person b

Tivoli Gardens

The world’s second-oldest operating amusement park opened in 1843; its Moorish-style Nimb Hotel and the 1914 wooden roller coaster define the pleasure garden aesthetic; walk the grounds at twilight when 100,000 custom lanterns ignite; the scent of roasted almonds mixes with the rhythmic creak of vintage machinery while the light reflects off the central lake.

Roskilde Cathedral

A brick-built Gothic masterpiece completed in the 13th century; housing the elaborate sarcophagi of 40 Danish monarchs across four centuries of architectural evolution; the twin spires dominate the fjord landscape; enter the nave at 4 pm when the western clerestory windows turn the interior amber; the air is cool and smells of ancient dust and candle wax.

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What to eat in Denmark

Smørrebrød

traditional

Danish Pastry (Wienerbrød)

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Before you go to Denmark

Passport validity

Your passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond your planned stay. Denmark immigration may refuse entry otherwise.

Proof of onward travel

Carry a return or onward flight ticket. Airlines and border officers may ask to see it before allowing you to board or enter.

Currency: Danish krone

The local currency is kr. Exchange major currencies at the airport or city banks. ATMs are widely available in urban areas.

Language: Danish

Danish is the primary language. English is spoken in tourist areas and major cities.

Power & connectivity

Check Denmark's plug type and voltage before packing. Buy a local SIM card at the airport for affordable data.

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Denmark — your questions

It depends on your passport. 93 countries can enter Denmark visa-free. Everyone else needs an embassy visa. Use the WorldCurio visa checker for your specific passport.