▲ Get up close to the 1.25-meter-tall bronze "The Little Mermaid statue," elegantly seated on a seaside rock with a touch of melancholy, perfectly capturing the fairy tale image of "longing for the human world." Take a 5-min stroll along the "seaside promenade" around the statue to admire the Øresund Strait, watch passing white cruises, and experience Copenhagen's coastal charm.
▲ ① Stroll through "Central Square" and admire the symmetrical beauty of the four buildings, and check out the equestrian statue of Frederick V (10 meters high, bronze material); ② Visit the "Amalienborg Palace Museum" to see royal coronation robes, jewelry, carriages, and other artifacts, among which the "Queen's Embroidered Gown" is exquisitely detailed and highly ornamental; ③ At 11:00, watch the "Royal Guard Changing of the Guard Ceremony" – the guards, dressed in black uniforms with red epaulets and bearskin hats, march to military music. The changing of the guard process takes about 20 min and is full of ceremony.
▲ After dinner, take a stroll along the "New Harbor Canal" and admire the "rainbow-colored wooden houses" on the shore (each with a different hue, ranging from light pink and bright yellow to deep blue, arranged in a picturesque manner). You can opt for a "30-min canal cruise" (boat ticket included, departing from New Harbor) to view Copenhagen's architectural skyline from a water perspective. The route passes near The Little Mermaid statue, offering a dual "land + water" sightseeing experience.
▲ 1. Explore the main building of Rosenborg Castle, including the king's bedroom and council chamber. The "Knight's Hall" features exquisitely carved wooden ceilings adorned with portraits of Danish monarchs through the ages. 2. Discover the underground treasury to admire royal treasures up close, such as the Danish Crown (crafted in 1670 and adorned with diamonds and sapphires) and the royal scepter, showcasing the brilliance of the monarchy's jewels. 3. Stroll through the symmetrically designed Rosenborg Castle Gardens, blooming with roses and tulips in summer. In winter (December), the garden hosts a Christmas market, while the iconic "Circular Fountain" remains a popular photo spot year-round.
▲ 1. Visit the "Copenhagen City Hall" (exterior free, interior reservation required) and admire the "giant mosaic mural" on the building's facade, which depicts scenes from Danish history; 2. Take a photo with the "Hans Christian Andersen by Henry Luckow-Nielsen" statue—seated on a bench on the west side of the square, holding a book with a kindly expression, a must-visit spot for fairy tale fans; 3. Explore the "street market" around the square (often set up in summer), browse local handicrafts (such as postcards with Hans Christian Andersen fairy tale illustrations and wooden toys), and soak up the lively atmosphere.
▲ ① Walk up the 209-meter-long red brick spiral corridor to the top (no elevator) and experience the unique design of the seven-and-a-half-circle winding ramp. ② At the summit, enjoy a 360° panoramic view of Copenhagen's old town, where red-tiled roofs and church spires intertwine to create a beautiful scene. ③ Visit one of Europe's oldest observatories inside the tower and learn about Denmark's astronomical history.
