Winter holiday in Copenhagen

When February arrives and the days are still short and cold, it’s the perfect time to find fun and exciting activities during the winter holiday for both young and old. Fortunately, Copenhagen offers plenty of opportunities – both indoors and outdoors.

Whether you’re into museum visits or a trip to the skating rink, there’s something for everyone. Here you’ll find inspiration for cozy activities to share your holiday around – and ones you won’t soon forget.

So when the winter chill sets in, let experiences warm you – and discover what to do together this year.

The Workers’ Museum

Looking for something cozy and educational to do during the winter holiday? At the Workers’ Museum, experiences await both children and adults – with many activities you can do together.

Here you can step into history and see what life was like for working families in the old days. Explore apartments, shops, and workshops, and try different tasks that children in the 1800s would have helped with.

It’s a great way to spend a day of your winter holiday – diving together into an important part of Copenhagen’s history and making your holiday both fun and educational.

Explore the Natural History Museum of Denmark

During the winter holiday, the Natural History Museum of Denmark is a perfect place to visit if you’re looking for family activities. Children can explore everything from giant dinosaurs and exotic animals to beautiful crystals and interactive exhibitions.

The museum offers exciting discoveries for both young and old – perfect for combining fun and learning right in the heart of Copenhagen. It’s an inspiring break from the cold, where the whole family can be curious together.

Go ice skating during the winter holiday

A trip to the skating rink is a winter holiday classic – and with several ice-covered rinks across Copenhagen, it’s easy to find just the right icy adventure.

Here you can glide under the open sky, get rosy cheeks, and share laughter with your loved ones. Many places offer skate rentals, so all you need to bring is your winter spirit.

Skating and the winter holiday are a perfect combination when you want both fresh air and fun moments in the middle of the capital.

Visit The Black Diamond

the winter holiday, you can stop by The Black Diamond – one of the city’s most iconic buildings and home to the Royal Library. Children can take part in the popular activity The Great Diamond Hunt, where the whole family is challenged with knowledge and curiosity.

It’s a fun and different way to explore the beautiful building during your winter holiday – a perfect experience for both young and old who want to combine play and learning during the break.

Experience Glyptoteket during your winter holiday

Glyptoteket is a perfect place to experience during the winter holiday if you’re into art, architecture, and a calm break in the city. Here you can explore ancient sculptures, colorful paintings, and lush palm gardens – an experience that speaks to both children and adults, sparking curiosity and reflection in inspiring surroundings.

Need a little break from the city during the winter holiday? There’s also plenty to experience just outside Copenhagen. Here you’ll find a variety of excursions for the whole family – from historical landmarks and outdoor adventures to exciting museums you can explore during your holiday.

Experience Louisiana – an artistic oasis by the water

Louisiana sits beautifully by the Øresund, combining modern art, architecture, and nature in an experience you shouldn’t miss during your winter holiday.

The museum’s exhibitions range from contemporary art to historical works, and outside you can explore the award-winning sculpture park overlooking the water.

Here you can immerse yourselves in art, find inspiration – and afterwards enjoy a coffee on the terrace with panoramic views. Louisiana is an ideal choice for a cultural day trip outside the city.

Kronborg Castle in Helsingør

A visit to Kronborg in February offers royal atmosphere, dark casemates, and fairy-tale stories. Take part in winter holiday activities where both children and adults can learn about the castle’s history – and perhaps even meet a real soldier along the way.

The Viking Ship Museum in Roskilde

At the Viking Ship Museum, experiences await both young and old. Join guided tours, see impressive exhibitions, and hear stories about Viking life on land and at sea. Some activities take place outdoors, so remember warm clothing!

Cold War Museum Stevnsfort

Go underground and back in time at the Cold War Museum Stevnsfort during your winter holiday. Join guided tours, see authentic exhibitions, and experience how Denmark prepared itself during the Cold War. A trip to Stevns is a unique chance to learn more about history.

Hunt for the Six Forgotten Giants

Embark on a sculpture treasure hunt for the Six Forgotten Giants outside the city – a fun and free outdoor activity for both children and adults. Be active together, walk through the landscape, and experience art up close.

Discover the Viking Fortress Trelleborg – Extra adventure outside Copenhagen

Travel back to the 10th century at Viking Fortress Trelleborg – Harald Bluetooth’s grand ring fortress, which still stands with moat, ramparts, and markings of 31 longhouses.

Step into a longhouse, imagine Vikings around the fire, and try authentic activities: bake flatbread, shoot with a longbow, make your own Viking jewelry, or take part in warrior training.

M/S Maritime Museum of Denmark

Take the trip to Helsingør and experience a museum where past meets present in a maritime setting. The Maritime Museum of Denmark tells the story of Denmark’s role as a seafaring nation over the past 400 years – from sailing ships to modern container vessels – with interactive exhibitions, film projections, and atmospheric architecture.

A visit here is not just history – it’s a vivid and sensory experience in the cultural setting by Kronborg Castle and Helsingør’s waterfront.