The Little Mermaid statue overlooking the harbor in Copenhagen, Denmark

Denmark


Denmark is a wonderful destination for the Artsy Traveler, offering engaging museums, world-class design, a vibrant music scene, and one of Europe’s most people-friendly capitals. Add in exceptional food culture—Smørrebrød anyone?—and Denmark delivers a rich mix of creativity, culture, and everyday pleasures.

Planning a trip to Denmark? Start with my comprehensive guide to artsy & independent travel in Denmark, covering literature, theater, historic cities, countryside destinations, and practical tips for exploring without a car.

Visiting Denmark: My Best Tips for Artsy & Independent Travelers


Posts About Denmark

Here are all my posts about Denmark.

Nyhavn colorful houses and harbor in Copenhagen.

How to Spend a Perfect Artsy Traveler Day in Copenhagen

I love Copenhagen! The last time I visited, I found myself wishing I could move there so I too could ...
Carol Cram on a bike tour in Copenhagen

15 Best Things to Do in Copenhagen for Arts Lovers

Every morning of my stay in Copenhagen, I walked from my apartment in Nyhavn to one of the coziest coffee ...
Nyhavn in Copenhagen

Two Highly Recommended Places to Stay in Copenhagen

Finding accommodation in Copenhagen can be challenging if you're on a budget. But if you have money to spare (and ...
View of Fredericksborg Castle near Copenhagen in Denmark

Best Day Trips from Copenhagen: Castles and Modern Art

I have a vivid memory of my mom standing on the battlements of Kronborg Castle (AKA Hamlet's Castle) on our ...
Best Copenhagen Museums: Art, Design, and Vikings

Best Copenhagen Museums: Art, Design, and Vikings

My three best Copenhagen museums punch well above their weight for a city of its size. The Design Museum redefines ...
Carol Cram
About Carol Cram

Carol M. Cram is the author of five award-winning historical novels inspired by art and the women who shaped it, the creator of Artsy Traveler, an arts-focused travel blog, the founder of Art In Fiction, a curated database of 2,500+ novels inspired by the arts, and the host of The Art In Fiction Podcast. She also authored 60+ textbooks on computer applications and taught at Capilano University for over two decades. She lives with her husband, artist Gregg Simpson, on beautiful Bowen Island near Vancouver, BC.