Denmark’s capital, Copenhagen, is by far the largest city in the country. Here, you’ll find the Parliament (Folketing) at Christiansborg, familiar to many through the Danish smash-hit TV series Borgen, and the residence of the Royal Family at Amalienborg. Arguably Scandinavia’s most relaxed capital city, Copenhagen has a distinctly European feel, a friendly street-life, and unique café culture that will make you want to return time and time again. The city is perfect for wandering through at your leisure, or alternatively, make like a local and hop on a bike, the preferred mode of transport for many. Throughout the city, there’s a nautical vibe reflected in the colorful shore-side homes of Nyhavn and tall ships docked along the quays. Remember, too, that this is where many would claim the much-vaunted Nordic food revolution began. As a consequence, Copenhagen is home to a great number of cutting-edge restaurants including world-renowned Noma where tables must be booked months, if not years, in advance.

The Copenhagen lifestyle is so relaxed and focused on wellbeing that the Danes had to invent a new word for it; the commonly used “hygge”. It describes something enjoyable and cosy and is what life in Copenhagen strives for at all times. Definitely something to keep in mind considering Copenhageners have been voted the happiest people in the world for two years in a row.