Copenhagen

Distinguished by an intricate canal network, a strong cycling culture, a heavy emphasis on sustainable living and a rich cultural history, Copenhagen should be on everyone’s bucket list. Regarded as one of the cleanest, greenest modern cities on the globe, a trip to Copenhagen feels like a vacation even though you’re in the middle of a metropolis.

The city makes it easy for over half the population to cycle to work with elevated roads just for cyclists. The city is also perfect for the avid urban explorer as it was named ‘Most Walkable City’ in the world by not-for-profit organisation Walk 21. With top international rankings like these, it's easy to see why tourism is a booming industry for the charismatic city.

Sitting on the coastal islands of Zealand and Amager, Denmark’s capital is home to the 18th-century rococo district, Frederiksstaden, which houses the striking Amalienborg Palace, Frederikskirken Marble Church and the intriguing Design Museum Denmark along with other fabulous attractions.

Copenhagen, once home to Hans Christian Andersen, also boasts youthful delights such as the world’s two oldest amusement parks, Bakken (opened in 1583) and Tivoli Gardens (opened in 1843), the iconic Little Mermaid bronze statue by Edvard Eriksen and the largest aquarium in Northern Europe, Den Blå Planet (The Blue Planet). The influential city was also the birthplace of Lego!

Copenhagen is also filled to the brim with cultural treasures just waiting to be marvelled at. From historic Viking relics to ancient Egyptian sculptures, beautiful Islamic art to Danish Golden Age paintings, Copenhagen boasts some world-class collections.

Food lovers don’t miss out either. Copenhagen is renowned as one of the gastronomical capitals of the world. Proudly boasting a staggering 16 Michelin stars, the city has the highest number of Michelin stars in Scandinavia. Despite this, the culinary force that is Copenhagen also offers to-die-for meals at very affordable prices. If you happen to know a friend, family or couple visiting the magical city of Copenhagen, Gifting Owl can help you find the perfect travel or special occasion surprise gift with a variety of once in a lifetime experiences.

No matter what your special giftee is interested in, Gifting Owl has sensational experiences bound to have your giftee boasting to all their friends on arriving home.

Leave behind the boring year-in-year-out gifts and gift them an interchangeable experience they’ll always remember you by. A fantastic introductory tour for a newcomer to the city is the Copenhagen Small Group Bike Tour. Adding wheels to urban exploration brings an element of fast-paced fun to an already exciting experience. This three-hour tour will have your giftee zooming around the incredibly cycle-friendly city as a knowledgeable local will show them to all the favourite attractions as well as a few hidden gems. The tour also has a private option available if you’re willing to spend more on that special someone.

For those who like to take things at a slower pace, the Copenhagen Private Full Day Walking Tour is an excellent option. As stated earlier, Copenhagen was titled the world’s most walkable city and what better way to experience this than with a comprehensive six-hour walking tour. This day of fun will introduce your giftee to the secrets of Danish life, Copenhagen’s fascinating royal history and much more. With an expert guide by your giftee’s side, this personalised tour will have visitors equipped with all the knowledge of a local.

Alternatively, another standout walking tour is the Vibrant Vesterbro Tour In Copenhagen. Shorter in duration and constrained to a single district this tour is all about immersing your giftee in what used to be the roughest neighbourhood in Copenhagen. Today, it's one of the city's trendiest districts and also one of the best places to find a good beer.

Speaking of beer, why not have your giftee end their day of fun with even more happy adventures on the Pub Crawl Copenhagen experience. This is a great opportunity to meet other newcomers to the city and party the night away with the locals. And with the inclusions and extras on offer to some of the city’s best beer venues, this is an experience not to miss.

Say goodbye to boring gifts this year. Gifting Owl has unforgettable Copenhagen experiences no matter what kind of giftee you are buying for. All Gifting Owl vouchers are fully interchangeable so your gift can't go wrong. Happy gifting!