Family Guide · Updated June 2026

Copenhagen Card for Families

Each adult card covers two children for free transport — but there’s a catch most families miss. Children aged 3–11 need their own card ordered at the same time. You cannot add children’s cards later.

Family Copenhagen Card Cost Calculator
Select your card
Duration
Adults
Children (3–11)
Youth (12–15)
Infants (0–2)
Total Cost
$349 (€301)
Per Person
$87 (€75)
Card Duration
72hr

2 adults × $161 + 2 children × $28 = $349 total

Infants aged 0–2 are free — no card needed. Prices verified June 2026.

The Catch

Children aged 3–11 need their own card — ordered at the same time

You cannot add children’s cards to an existing booking. All cards must be ordered together.

What’s Free
Infants aged 0–2 — completely free, no card needed
Transport for children 0–11 — up to 2 per adult card
Free cancellation — up to 24 hours before activation
What Costs Extra
Children aged 3–11 — need their own card for attractions
Youth aged 12–15 — discounted rate, not free
Cannot add cards later — all must be ordered together

Full children’s pricing guide →

Family Highlights

Best family attractions — and what they cost without the card

No booking needed
Zoo · City centre · Allow 3–4 hrs

Copenhagen Zoo

4,000 animals including pandas, elephants and penguins. One of northern Europe’s finest zoos with a Bjarke Ingels-designed panda habitat.

No booking needed
Amusement park · City centre · Allow 2–4 hrs

Tivoli Gardens

Historic amusement park with gardens, live music and restaurants. Gardens entry included — rides cost extra.

Ride tickets roughly €20–30 per person — not included with the card.
No booking needed
Science museum · 20 min from city · Allow 2–3 hrs

Experimentarium

Interactive science museum with hands-on exhibits perfect for curious kids and teenagers.

No booking needed
History museum · Roskilde · Allow 2 hrs

Viking Ship Museum

Five original Viking ships and a working boatyard. One of Denmark’s most impressive history museums, 30 minutes by train from Copenhagen.

No booking needed
Boat tour · City centre · Allow 1 hr

Canal Tours Copenhagen

A one-hour guided canal tour through Copenhagen’s historic waterways — a classic way to see the city from the water.

Board at Gammel Strand or Nyhavn. Runs every 30 minutes in season.
No booking needed
Historic castle · City centre · Allow 1–2 hrs

Rosenborg Castle

A Renaissance castle in the heart of Copenhagen, home to the Danish Crown Jewels and 400 years of royal history.

Crown Jewels are inside — one of Copenhagen’s most visited attractions.
Break-Even Analysis

Is it worth it? Break-even for common family configurations

Based on 72-hour Discover card pricing and most popular family attractions.

Family Setup Card Cost Break-Even Point
2 adults + 2 children (3–11) $379 (€327) Zoo + Tivoli + Experimentarium + Canal Tours + 2 more
2 adults + 1 child (3–11) $351 (€307) Zoo + Tivoli + Experimentarium + Canal Tours + 2 more
1 adult + 2 children (3–11) $218 (€195) Zoo + Tivoli + Experimentarium + Canal Tours
Most families need 5–6 attractions to break even Airport metro adds €14 per adult Infants 0–2 are completely free

Full worth-it analysis for all family sizes →

Family Questions

Questions families ask most

What age is free with the Copenhagen Card?

Infants aged 0–2 are completely free — no card needed for attractions or transport. Children aged 3–11 need their own card for attractions but are covered for transport (up to 2 per adult card). Youth aged 12–15 pay a discounted rate.

Can I add a child card to my existing booking?

No. All cards must be ordered at the same time. You cannot add children’s cards to an existing booking. If you forget to order a child card, you will need to place a separate order — and the activation times cannot be synchronized.

What does ‘youth’ mean for Copenhagen Card pricing?

Youth refers to visitors aged 12–15. They pay a discounted rate — roughly 60% of the adult price. Children aged 3–11 pay an even lower rate. Youth are not free and need their own card.

Are Tivoli rides included with the card?

No. The card covers gardens entry only. Ride tickets cost extra — budget roughly €20–30 per person for unlimited rides. Some families skip the rides and just enjoy the gardens, especially during the Christmas season.

Complete children’s pricing guide →

Ready to Book?

Buy the Copenhagen Card

Remember to order all family cards together — you cannot add children’s cards later.

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