Denmark is not a cheap country and prices in Copenhagen are not the lowest. In general, Scandinavia is quite an expensive destination when it comes to excursions. Prices for accommodation, meals and attractions in Copenhagen are high.
In Denmark, as in other European countries – the capital, i.e. Copenhagen, is the most expensive city. However, other cities in this country are hardly cheap. However, the price differences between cities are noticeable and felt for our budget. The second factor that differentiates the prices in Copenhagen is location. It is known that in the very center or at the biggest attractions it will be more expensive than on the outskirts of the city. So if someone cares about lower costs of their stay in Copenhagen, they must plan everything well in advance.
In such plans, knowing the prices in the Danish capital will definitely help. Prices for accommodation, transport, food in restaurants and shops, and attractions in Copenhagen are the basis for setting a budget for all trips and excursions.
Accommodation prices in Copenhagen
Accommodation prices in Copenhagen are not the lowest. There are even opinions that accommodation in the capital of Denmark is the highest in Europe. In the case of a limited budget, it is definitely worth looking for promotions and locations slightly away from the center and attractions. On the other hand, public transport in Copenhagen is not the cheapest, so it is worth considering where to stay overnight. The farther from the center, the more money you will have to spend on transportation.
Accommodation prices in Copenhagen are as follows:
- we have to pay an average of 235 DKK per night in a hostel
- the cost of accommodation in a two-star hotel is at least DKK 460
- we have to pay DKK 645 per night in a three-star facility
- an overnight stay in a four-star hotel will cost you DKK 830
- while for the most luxurious facilities you have to pay an average of DKK 2,270, which is already quite a fortune
Prices for public transport in Copenhagen
Here, the case is similar to accommodation in Copenhagen. The prices of public transport in the Danish capital are simply high. It is best to plan your visit well before leaving so as not to overpay.
It is worth knowing that Copenhagen is divided into nine zones, therefore the prices of individual tickets differ significantly from each other. In addition, you must remember that some attractions (e.g. castles) are located in the most distant zones, which are actually separate cities.
In Copenhagen, we have a choice of public transport tickets, which include bus, metro, water buses and trains and cost accordingly:
- 24-hour ticket for all zones – DKK 160
- ticket for zones 1-4, for 24 hours – 80 DKK
- ticket for all zones, for 48 hours – 300 DKK
- ticket for zones 1-4, for 48 hours – 150 DKK
- ticket for all zones, 72 hours – 400 DKK
- ticket for zones 1-4, 72 hours – 200 crowns
- a one-time ticket for two zones, valid for 1.5 hours from validation – 24 crowns
Discount tickets cost exactly half of the sums listed above. In addition, the Rejsekort card and season tickets can help you move around Copenhagen.
Yet another way to explore Copenhagen is by renting a city bike. In the pay-as-you-go system, each started 20 minutes costs 12 crowns. However, in the pre-paid option, 600 minutes will be DKK 300.
Taxi, car rental and fuel prices in Copenhagen
When it comes to taxi fares around Copenhagen, at the beginning we will pay from 30 to 75 DKK for entry. In addition, you need to add from 10 to 30 crowns for each kilometer traveled. However, an hour of parking will cost from 250 to even 500 crowns.
However, if we decide to rent a car in Copenhagen, a small car will cost around 250 DKK per day, including basic insurance. On the other hand, renting a medium-sized car in the Danish capital costs DKK 360 a day, also including basic insurance.
Fuel cost in Copenhagen
- 92 petrol about 10-11 kroner per liter
- 95 petrol, about 10.50-12 kroner per liter
- diesel 8-10 DKK per liter
Food prices in stores in Copenhagen
The cheapest food stores in Copenhagen are chain stores, as everywhere. In the capital of Denmark, it is worth stocking up in Lidl, Aldim, Netto, Rema or Føtex. It is in these supermarkets that you can buy bread, dairy products or fruit and vegetables at a moderate price. Even so, food prices in Copenhagen are high.
Prices for staple food in Copenhagen
- butter 16 crowns
- eggs 25 kronor for 12
- yoghurt 12 kroner for a small package
- milk 10 crowns per liter
- muesli 20 crowns per package
- cheese 20 DKK per pack
- cottage cheese DKK 15 per pack
- bread 20 crowns for a loaf
- bread roll 4 crowns
- crispy bread 15 crowns
- ham 10 crowns for 100 grams
- sausage 135 kroner per kilo
- minced meat 45 kroner per kilogram
- chicken breast fillet 65 kroner per kilogram
- beef 90 kroner per kilogram
- smoked salmon DKK 50 per pack
- rice 15 kroner per kilogram
- pasta 8 kroner for half a kilo
- sugar 10 crowns per kilogram
- large chocolate 45 crowns
- salted peanuts DKK 35 per packet
Prices of fruit and vegetables in Copenhagen
- broccoli DKK 10 apiece
- potatoes 12 kronor per kilo
- tomatoes 22 crowns per kilogram
- cucumbers 12 crowns per kilogram
- lettuce 11 crowns apiece
- onion 10 crowns per kilogram
- bananas 17 kronor per kilo
- apples 19 kroner per kilo
- pears 22 kroner per kilogram
- oranges 19 kroner per kilo
Prices of drinks, water, alcohol and cigarettes in Copenhagen
- water 9 crowns for 1.5 liters
- fruit juice DKK 15 per liter
- mid-range wine 60 DKK per bottle
- local beer 12 kroner for half a liter
- imported beer 17 kroner for 0.33 liters
- drink in a bottle 15 kroner for 0.33 liters
- vodka 130 crowns per bottle
- rum 140 kronor per bottle
- whiskey 150 crowns per bottle
- gin 130 crowns per bottle
- cigarettes DKK 45 per packet
Meal prices in restaurants and bars in Copenhagen
Food prices in bars and restaurants in Copenhagen depend on the specific location. The farther from the center and tourist attractions, the cheaper. The prices of meals in the most crowded places by visitors may be even twice as high as those located far from the center.
You can count on lower prices in fast food and typical street-food bars. For example, a set of fast-food in a well-known chain store in Copenhagen costs DKK 75. You have to pay an average of DKK 120 for a meal in a cheaper restaurant. However, in a slightly more expensive restaurant, a three-course dinner will cost us 300 DKK.
Fast-food and street food prices in Copenhagen
- hamburger 23 crowns
- kebab 40 crowns
- pizza 90 crowns
- sandwich with herring 40 crowns
- hot dog DKK 30
- rice with the addition of 110 crowns
- Chinese take away 35 crowns
Meal prices in restaurants in Copenhagen
- smørrebrød (traditional Danish sandwich with toppings) DKK 75 each
- fish and chips 190 crowns
- burger 140 crowns
- tuna sandwich DKK 120
- goat cheese salad 85 crowns
- chicken salad 90 crowns
- steak with potatoes and vegetables 175 crowns
- risotto with mushrooms 175 crowns
- salmon tartare 75 crowns
- meatballs with fries and salad 100 crowns
- pasta with sauce 145 crowns
- gnocchi with sauce 145 crowns
- raviolli with meat 198 crowns
- moussaka 130 crowns
- schnitzel + additions 185 crowns
- baked salmon in saffron sauce 245 crowns
Prices in bars and cafes in Copenhagen
- brownie 70 kronor per serving
- cheesecake 65 crowns per serving
- strawberries with ice cream 65 crowns
- creme brulee DKK 75 per serving
- cookie, sweet bun 20 crowns
- churros DKK 60 per serving
- tiramisu 85 crowns
- panna cotta 85 crowns
- espresso coffee 28 crowns
- cappuccino DKK 40
- cola 30 kronor for 0.33 liters
- lemonade DKK 35
- fruit juice 25 crowns
- water 18 crowns for 0.33 liters
- local beer DKK 50 for half a liter
- imported beer 45 kroner for 0.33 liters
- a glass of wine 55 crowns
- mojito 60 crowns
- aperol spritz DKK 90
- gin and tonic 80 crowns
- a glass of champagne 90 DKK
Prices for attractions in Copenhagen
There are plenty of attractions in Copenhagen. The prices of tickets to monuments and interesting places worth visiting are a bigger problem here.
- Amalienborg Palace 95 DKK
- Christiansborg Palace (all) 160 crowns (kitchen alone 60 crowns, ruins 60 crowns, royal stables 60 crowns)
- Arken Museum 130 crowns
- National Museum in Copenhagen DKK 100
- Den Blå Planet (aquarium) 195 crowns
- Tower in the town hall 40 crowns
- National Gallery SMK 120 crowns
- Glyptotek 115 crowns
- Calsberg Museum DKK 100
- Copenhagen Zoo 195 crowns
- Rosenborg Castle 120 DKK
See also interesting places, monuments and tourist attractions in Copenhagen. Bonus piece of info: In order to save a bit, it is worth taking an interest in the Copenhagen Card. It allows you to enter up to 87 tourist facilities in Copenhagen. In addition, it allows free transport and many discounts on other attractions not covered by the card. For example, a 24-hour version costs DKK 419, while a two-day version costs DKK 619. The list of objects that can be visited with its help is available on the website.