Copenhagen is the Capitol city of Denmark and there is a lot to see and do, and many more families are finding this an attractive destination. For families, there are quite a few things that can be done together, and many tours to explore. If you and your family want to see all the great attractions of Copenhagen at one time, then the Grand Tour Of Copenhagen is the one for you. You get to enjoy all the major attractions that makes this Capitol city so grand. The Royal Palace, and Changing of the Guard, Plus the Tivoli Gardens, Christiansborg Palace, the Little Mermaid and much more. This tour costs just under $40 dollars for adults, and just over $20 for the kids, and not only includes these attractions, but is hosted by a certified tour guide.
There are many kid friendly things to do as well, and some of these include many of the historical museums around Copenhagen, like the National Museum, housed in the Prince's Palace in the center of town. There is the original Legoland Park, called Legoland Billund, that this is a must see for anyone who owns any kind of lego set. Opening in 1968, and sitting right next to the original factory, people from all over the world visit here every year.
First opening it's doors in 1583, the Bakken Amusement Park is the oldest in the world. With over 100 different attractions, including 34 thrill rides and roller coasters, the thing that makes this another stop on your itinerary is the fact that there is just something for everyone, all at a very reasonable price. Not only that, but it also lies just north of Copenhagen, int the old royal hunting forest of Dyehaven, a spectacular ancient forest full of wild beauty.
Two other great Copenhagen family attractions are the Copenhagen Zoo, one of the oldest in Europe, and home to some of the world's rarest species like the Tasmanian Devil, the only zoo outside of Australia that has these rare animals on display. Another site to see is the Denmark Aquarium, featuring over 1 million liters of water, and displaying over three hundred different species of marine animals across 70 different aquariums. There are feeding shows, touching pools, and even a cafe for visitors to take their own feeding stop. Both of these attractions are open year round to visitors, although times vary depending on the Season.
While visiting Copenhagen, it is good idea to make your hotel reservations online, and if you decide to stay in a hotel, you should book your accommodation in Copenhagen well in advance of your vacation time. This way you get the best rates possible, and don't have to worry about the room/s you want not being available. There are many different discount travel sites to choose from, and these combine travel, lodging, and car rental into one nice neat package.
You should also book any tours at this time, and also check if there are any extra charges that may not be mentioned, like taxes, gratuities, and if you find a hotel that caters to kids by offering free meals, or rooms, be sure to take advantage of these.