Denmark with kids
This year I spent 10 days in Denmark with my 7-year-old daughter. We had the best time! Denmark is fantastic for family travel – packed with attractions that delight both kids and adults. Our holiday was completely stress-free. We moved around by train, which was super convenient. People were kind and helpful, everyone spoke English, and we never needed cash – cards were accepted everywhere.
Practical notes from our trip to Denmark with kids:
- Length: 10 days, mum + 7-year-old
- Transport: trains and buses – easy, clean, on time, and surprisingly – affordable.
Important: kids up to 12 years old do not pay for the tickets when accompanied by adult! - Language: English widely spoken
- Accommodation: I was simply using booking.com and checking there
- Payments: cashless everywhere (card worked in all places we visited)
- Vibe: friendly, relaxed, very family-oriented
Denmark with kids – our route and attractions:
We did a little loop: landed in Copenhagen, then took trains and made side trips from each base. I prepared for you detailed post about each of our bases:
Copenhagen → Odense
Odense with kids
I had wanted to visit Odense ever since I first saw photos of the newly opened Hans Christian Andersen Museum – it looked absolutely magical! And a little disclaimer here: it was definitely worth the trip.
Odense → Vejle and Lego House in Billund
Vejle and Lego House with kids
Sometimes the best places are the ones you find by accident – and that’s exactly how we ended up in Vejle. I was looking for accommodation near Lego House in Billund but couldn’t find anything that made sense. Instead, I found a lovely hotel in Vejle, and it turned out to be the best decision.
We spent three nights in Vejle, and I can honestly recommend it not only as a base for visiting Billund but also as a charming destination on its own. It’s a small seaside town full of interesting places to discover, friendly people, and peaceful corners that make you slow down.
Vejle → Aarhus
Aarhus and around – attractions with kids
After leaving Vejle, we moved on to Aarhus. I had wanted to visit Aarhus for a long time because I’d seen so many interesting places to explore there – I knew it had to be part of our Denmark itinerary.
But I slightly overestimated my travel energy. When we arrived in Aarhus, we had already been on the road for three weeks, and I simply didn’t have the strength to run around museums and the city centre. So, I did what always helps me in such moments – I let go of the city and headed straight into nature. And that was exactly what we both needed.
Aarhus → Kolding
Kolding with kids – best attractions
Kolding wasn’t originally part of my plan. I chose it simply because it offered a direct train connection back to Germany, and after traveling with luggage, I wanted to avoid complicated transfers. But, as always in Denmark, I was pleasantly surprised. Can you even have a bad time on holiday in Denmark?
Kolding → Berlin
Denmark with kids – summary
Our days in Denmark were filled with creativity, nature, and play. From exploring the fun and imaginative world of LEGO House in Billund, to discovering beautiful nature spots around Vejle and Aarhus, Denmark surprised us with how child-friendly and well-thought-out everything is. There are playgrounds hidden everywhere, museums where kids can actually touch and build, and small towns that feel calm and welcoming. What we loved most was the mix of design, simplicity, and nature – perfect for slow family travel. Denmark turned out to be a place where kids are truly part of the experience, not just visitors tagging along.
