Copenhagen

Situated in a picturesque setting by the Øresund strait, Copenhagen has a wealth of magnificent castles, historical buildings of the baroque and renaissance ages and the world famous statue of the little mermaid, "Lille Havrue".

Discover one of the world's oldest amusement parks, Tivoli Gardens, and the 300-year-old docklands Nyhavn with its beautiful coloured townhouses - a wonderful interaction of the modern life in the city with the fantastic old scenery.

After a long shopping day, the superb cuisine of various Michelin starred restaurants or quaint little cafés in the city are the perfect places to relax and unwind.

It is even possible to swim in the harbour; the Copencabana on Vesterbro or Havnebadet at Island Brygge on Amager offer great possibilities to enjoy the sea between June and August.

For a more in-depth look at the city, check our budget-busting list of things to do in Copenhagen.

• Flight time from London: 1 hour 45 min
• Copenhagen Airport: 7km from the city centre; transfer time about 17 min
• Nearest railway station: Copenhagen Central Station
• Currency: Danish krone