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First Day in Copenhagen: Airport → HOHO → Canal Cruise

An easy first-day Copenhagen plan—airport transfer, check-in, hop-on hop-off loop, and optional canal cruise.

2/10/2026
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Shake off travel fatigue with a gentle overview day.

Table of Contents

Transfer & Check-In

  1. Airport → city by train/metro
  2. Check-in and light lunch

HOHO Orientation Loop

  1. HOHO loop for bearings; note favorite stops.

Optional Canal Cruise

  1. Canal cruise if weather is fair; sit inside on windy days.

Dinner & Early Night

  1. Early dinner near Nyhavn; rest for deep dives on Day 2.

Tip: Keep Day 1 short & photogenic; save museums for tomorrow.

Bottom Line

You’ll end Day 1 oriented, fed, and excited for deeper dives.

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Copenhagen Travel Expert

Copenhagen Travel Expert

I put this guide together so you can enjoy Copenhagen’s sights without rushing — clear routes, friendly tips, and ideas for slow, satisfying stops.

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