Copenhagen Card for families: Is it worth it with kids?
Is the Copenhagen Card worth it with kids? How child cards work, what a family of four saves, and when paying per attraction costs less.
When does it make sense to buy Copenhagen Cards as a family?
Children under 12 can travel for free on public transportation when accompanied by an adult with a valid ticket. Note that children from 3-11 years old need a Copenhagen Card KIDS to visit attractions. That means that it is not worth it to buy a Copenhagen Card as a family only to get free public transportation. It makes sense to buy the Copenhagen Card for the family if you are interested in visiting the many great attractions in Copenhagen. If you are only interested in visiting one or two attractions, then it makes more sense to pay for single tickets. However, be sure to compare the prices as it depends on which attractions you are interested in.
Please note that children aged 0-2 do not need their own Copenhagen Card. Children aged 3-11 need a Copenhagen Card KIDS, while children aged 12-15 need a Copenhagen Card JUNIOR. If you're travelling with children, remember to add the required KIDS CARDS to your order when purchasing your Copenhagen Cards. KIDS CARDS must be included in the same order as the adult cards.
Two types of Copenhagen Card
Copenhagen Card – DISCOVER
With a Copenhagen Card DISCOVER, you get access to more than 80 attractions in and outside Copenhagen and free public transportation from zones 1-99, including transport to and from Copenhagen Airport.
Copenhagen Card – HOP
With a Copenhagen Card HOP, you get access to more than 40 attractions in central Copenhagen and unlimited rides on the Stromma Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing buses.
Family itinerary: 3 days in Copenhagen with Copenhagen Card DISCOVER
Here's an example itinerary for a family of four (two adults and two children) exploring Copenhagen with a 72-hour Copenhagen Card DISCOVER. Learn how much you save with a Copenhagen Card compared to paying as you go.
The family has two adult cards, one junior card, and one kids card.
Day 1: Step back in time at the Open Air Museum
Spend the day at Frilandsmuseet (The Open Air Museum), one of the world's largest open-air museums. Wander through historic farmhouses, meet farm animals, and discover how people lived in Denmark hundreds of years ago.
Included with Copenhagen Card DISCOVER:
- Admission for the whole family
- Public transport to and from the museum
Day 2: Explore Denmark's history and meet animals from around the world
Start the day at the National Museum of Denmark, where children can climb aboard a Viking ship, explore interactive exhibitions, and discover Danish history through hands-on experiences. In the afternoon, head to Copenhagen Zoo, home to more than 4,000 animals and one of the city's most popular family attractions.
Included with Copenhagen Card:
- Admission to the National Museum for the whole family
- Admission to Copenhagen Zoo for the whole family
- Public transport throughout the day
Day 3: A magical day at Tivoli Gardens
End your trip at the iconic Tivoli Gardens. Enjoy the beautiful gardens, family-friendly rides, live entertainment, and the unique atmosphere in the heart of Copenhagen.
Included with Copenhagen Card:
- Tivoli admission for the whole family
- Public transport
- Please note that the Ride Pass is not included in the Copenhagen Card. However, cardholders receive a discount on the Ride Pass.You can purchase your discounted ride passes here.
With this itinerary, a family of four would normally spend around DKK 3,100 on attraction tickets and public transport. With Copenhagen Card Discover, all admissions and public transport are included, saving the family around DKK 300. Plus, you have the flexibility to visit even more attractions if time allows.
Our top picks for families
There are plenty of family-friendly attractions included in the Copenhagen Card. Here are some of our top picks.
