Real prices, kroner, tipping
Budget and payment
Copenhagen is an expensive city, but much of what makes it charming costs nothing.
Some guide prices
| Cappuccino | 45 to 55 DKK |
| Draught beer | 55 to 65 DKK |
| Simple restaurant meal | 140 to 160 DKK |
| Three courses, mid-range (excluding drinks) | 350 to 450 DKK |
| Attraction entry | often 100 to 200 DKK |
Currency and payment
- The currency is the Danish krone (DKK). Many places accept euros, but at a poor rate.
- 1,000 DKK notes have been out of circulation since May 2025.
- Tipping remains optional.
Cards, cash and tipping in detail
What is free
- Tap water, which is drinkable, and more than 60 public fountains: bring a water bottle.
- Parks, quays and harbour baths.
- The changing of the guard at Amalienborg, Nyhavn, The Little Mermaid.
- The major museums for under-18s, and several museums on certain days.
Is the Copenhagen Card worth it for you?
Sources consulted on 2 November 2026