Copen...heaven.

Glamorous and cosy. The city of stunning architecture and million colours.

Majestic Castles, colourful townhouses and a curious town inside the city are the attraction of people who go to Copenhagen. The small and luxurious Danish capital deserves a visit.

Is it worth spending just a weekend? Absolutely!

On my last weekend trip, I had the pleasure to come over and had a lovely time between cosy streets and cafes. Is Copenhague a budget city? Unfortunately no but there's always a way to enjoy more and spend less. Therefore, this post is going to give you some information that you as a backpacker or new backpacker should consider.

Let's start discussing the ways to get there. If your current location allows you to get a bus, don't think twice and do it. Buses can be uncomfortable sometimes, but the one on the way to Copenhagen goes into a ferry which has an outside terrace and crosses the Baltic Sea for almost an hour. The views are impressive and the energy the sea brings you is going to make you start your trip with the best vibes.

There are two ways to discover the city. If you are interested in history and want to learn facts about Copenhagen, take a free walking tour (tips based). Sandemans offers tours at 10 am, 11 am and 2 pm departing from the City Hall Square. On the other hand, if you like to discover the city by yourself, this is a perfect location to begin.

Before starting this adventure, let me give you a quick recommendation: take a look at izi.travel: audio guide or City guide and Audio + Maps. Both apps have a free tour audio guide you can download while you are on the way.

• Christiansborg Palace

Did I mention castles before? Let me introduce you the next stop.

Minutes away from the Hall square is Christiansborg Palace. The seat of the Danish Parliament with the highest tower in Copenhagen.

Taarnet (in Danish) has almost 105 metres and a panoramic view of the city. It's possible to see the border with Sweden if you go on a Sunny day. The entrance is free from 11 am to 5 pm.

• Stroget

Talking about Copenhagen is also talking about hot dogs and pastries.

Then, let's walk around stroget, one of the locals' favourite spots in the heart of the city. A long and brimful street with shops and restaurants affordable for every budget. Perfect place to drink a coffee or a traditional Smørrebrød (open-faced sandwich with meat or fish and vegetables).

• Rundertaarn

The road will take you to the Round Tower (Rundetaarn in Danish), the oldest observatory in Europe built for astronomical purposes. Don't miss the chance to take the spiral walk with almost 200 metres to get to the top.

• Rosenborg Castle

Let's go back to the royal topic. Do you want to feel like a prince or princess?

Rosenborg Castle is waiting for you to take you to its gorgeous gardens and canals which will make you stay for hours and appreciate the stunning architecture around.

The castle was built in 1606 in a Dutch Renaissance style as a summer residence of the king Christian IV.

Curious fact: Rosenborg Castle received its name from one of Christian's horses.

• Amalienborg Castle

If I already wrote about castles and king's summer residence, why not writing about the winter one?

Amalienborg Castle is 15 minutes away from Rosenborg Castle. The current residence of the Danish Queen has an enormous central square and guards with bearskin hats. The best time to visit the castle is at noon when the changing guard takes place.

Be on time to make the best pictures and videos!

Curious fact: if you hear the Danish marching band playing, the Queen is home.

• Nyhavn

After loads of history, it's time to have some rest.

Therefore, there's no better place than the famous and colourful Nyhavn. It used to be a crowded port where ships from different parts of the world anchored, plus a popular spot for sailors and writers.

Nowadays, it is a cosy waterfront part of the city surrounded by boats and street life. Plenty of cafes, restaurants and bars. The ideal place to go for a dinner or a small beer as well as a delightful spot if you are a sunset lover.

• Christiania

Even though, Copenhagen is about Royalty, marvellous castles and rich history. There's one place as fascinating as all the places mentioned above. That is Freetown Christiania, totally different from the rest of the city. A hippie paradise with its own rules and lifestyle, namely a small world inside Copenhagen. The green light district like is also known, is an abandoned military base turned into a home of approximately 900 residents who have agreed to live in fairness and equality. Tourists are very welcomed but there there are three rules you have to follow while inside: have fun, make friends and no pictures.