What’s Included in the Copenhagen Card

Two cards, two different coverage levels. Discover covers 80+ attractions and all public transport including the airport. Hop covers 40+ city-centre attractions and the hop-on hop-off bus only — no metro, trains, or airport. Here’s what you actually get for your money.

Copenhagen Card — Discover

80+ attractions plus unlimited public transport

The comprehensive card — covers the entire Capital Region including day trips and airport transfers.

Museums & Attractions
  • Tivoli Gardens (gardens only — rides cost extra)
  • Kronborg Castle — Hamlet’s castle
  • Copenhagen Zoo — 4,000 animals
  • Canal Tours Copenhagen — 1-hour boat tour
  • Rosenborg Castle & Crown Jewels
  • Louisiana Museum of Modern Art
  • Frederiksborg Castle
  • Glyptoteket sculpture museum
  • The National Museum of Denmark
  • Amalienborg Museum
  • Design Museum Denmark
  • Home of Carlsberg
  • Experimentarium science centre
  • 75+ more venues across the Capital Region
Unlimited Public Transport
  • All metro lines including M3 Cityring and M4
  • All S-train services across the Capital Region
  • All local buses and harbour buses
  • Airport metro — Copenhagen Airport CPH to city centre
  • Day trip transport to Helsingor, Roskilde, Hillerod
  • Regional trains to Humlebaek, Koge, Frederikssund
  • Valid in zones 1–8 — covers the entire region
Day Trips Covered
  • Kronborg Castle (Helsingor) — 40 minutes by train
  • Louisiana Museum (Humlebaek) — 40 minutes by train
  • Frederiksborg Castle (Hillerod) — 45 minutes by train
  • Roskilde Cathedral & Viking Ship Museum — 30 minutes
  • Karen Blixen Museum (Rungsted) — 35 minutes
  • Dragor Museum — historic fishing village
  • All transport to and from these destinations included
Children & Family
  • Children aged 0–2 are free — no card needed
  • Children aged 3–11 need a child card (discounted rate)
  • Each adult card covers up to 2 children for transport
  • Youth aged 12–15 pay a reduced rate
  • All family-friendly venues included

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Copenhagen Card — Hop

40+ city-centre attractions plus hop-on hop-off buses

The city-focused card — covers central Copenhagen attractions and sightseeing buses only.

City-Centre Attractions
  • Tivoli Gardens (gardens only — rides cost extra)
  • Copenhagen Zoo — 4,000 animals
  • Canal Tours Copenhagen — 1-hour boat tour
  • Rosenborg Castle & Crown Jewels
  • Glyptoteket sculpture museum
  • The National Museum of Denmark
  • Amalienborg Museum
  • Design Museum Denmark
  • Home of Carlsberg
  • Experimentarium science centre
  • 30+ more venues in central Copenhagen
Hop-On Hop-Off Buses
  • Unlimited access to all 3 Stromma bus routes
  • Classic Copenhagen route — 18 stops
  • Colorful Copenhagen route — alternative sightseeing
  • Urban Green route — parks and green spaces
  • Buses run every 15–30 minutes in season
  • Audio commentary in multiple languages
  • Valid for the entire duration of your card
NOT Included with Hop
  • Metro, S-trains, or regular buses
  • Airport transfers — you pay separately
  • Day trips outside Copenhagen
  • Kronborg Castle, Louisiana Museum, Frederiksborg
  • 96-hour or 120-hour durations
  • Regional transport beyond the city centre
Children & Family
  • Children aged 0–2 are free — no card needed
  • Children aged 3–11 need a child card (discounted rate)
  • Each adult card covers up to 2 children for hop-on hop-off
  • Youth aged 12–15 pay a reduced rate
  • Family-friendly routes and commentary

Full Discover vs Hop comparison →

Important Exclusions

What’s not included on either card

A few things that catch people off guard — budget for these separately.

Tivoli Gardens Rides
  • Gardens entry is included — walk around for free
  • All rides require separate tickets
  • Budget roughly $22–33 (€20–30) per person for rides
  • Multi-ride passes available at the park
  • Food and drinks also cost extra
Venues Removed in 2026
  • Den Blå Planet aquarium — no longer participating
  • Restaurant discounts — removed from both cards
  • All other 2025 inclusions remain the same
  • Check our pricing page for 2026 rates
Special Exhibitions
  • Permanent collections are always included
  • Special exhibitions often cost extra
  • Temporary shows may require advance booking
  • Check individual venue websites before visiting
Advance Booking Required
  • Home of Carlsberg — book time slot in advance
  • Palm House at Botanical Garden
  • Museum of Illusions Copenhagen
  • IKONO Copenhagen
  • Tycho Brahe Planetarium
  • Card covers entry — not the timed reservation

Complete list of exclusions →

Common Questions

What people ask about inclusions

Does the Copenhagen Card include Tivoli Gardens rides?

No. Both the Discover and Hop cards include entry to Tivoli Gardens — you can walk around the park, enjoy the atmosphere, and see the architecture for free. However, all rides require separate tickets that cost roughly $22–33 (€20–30) per person. Multi-ride passes are available at the park.

Which card includes the airport metro?

Only the Discover card includes airport transport. It covers unlimited metro, train, and bus travel across the entire Capital Region, including the metro from Copenhagen Airport (CPH) to the city centre. The Hop card only covers the Stromma hop-on hop-off buses — no metro, no airport transfer.

Can I visit Kronborg Castle with both cards?

No, only the Discover card includes Kronborg Castle. The Hop card covers 40+ city-centre attractions only — day trips like Kronborg, Louisiana Museum, and Frederiksborg Castle are not included. The Discover card also covers the train transport to get there.

What happened to restaurant discounts?

Restaurant discounts were removed from both cards in 2026. The only other change was Den Blå Planet aquarium, which no longer participates. All other inclusions from 2025 remain the same.

Do I need to book attractions in advance?

Most attractions are walk-up — just show your QR code and enter. However, a few venues require advance booking for timed slots: Home of Carlsberg, Palm House, Museum of Illusions, IKONO Copenhagen, and the Planetarium. The card covers your entry fee, but you still need to reserve your time slot.

Are special exhibitions included?

Permanent collections are always included with the card. Special or temporary exhibitions often cost extra and may require separate tickets or advance reservations. Check the individual venue website before visiting to see what exhibitions are running and whether they require additional payment.

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