Once you land in the Danish capital, you might find yourself a bit overwhelmed by the variety of entertainment options available. Choosing exactly what you want to do can prove difficult in Copenhagen, because the attractions range from respectable royal residences to some of the world's most modern amusement parks. As far as museums and galleries go, you can choose from a staggering range of options, including numerous impressive exhibitions of Modern art as well as institutions commemorating the history of the country and its regions, such as the Museum of the Danish Resistance.

In 2007, Copenhagen was listed by 'Monocle Magazine' as the 2nd Most Livable City in the World. Indeed, the quality of life that it offers is one of the highest on the planet. The well-known symbol of its prosperity and openness towards the future is the ultra-modern transnational Oresund Bridge. Completed in 2000, it provides a direct car and railway link between the Danish capital and the Swedish city of Malmo. Both cities are now gradually integrating their economies and labour markets, which results in large amounts of workers commuting between the two countries every day.

With its rich history full of historical buildings and ancient streets, its outstanding museums and galleries, the uniquely enchanting parks and a resident monarchy that’s the oldest surviving in the world, the Danish capital has a host of attractions to suit all tastes. But keep in mind that this astonishing city is no living museum. Copenhagen is a vibrant, modern capital whose fascinating past coexists with the very latest trends in architecture, design and fashion. This is, after all, one of the world's great design capitals, a status that’s reflected in its dynamic new buildings and stunning shops.

The most popular attraction of the city is the famous statue of the Little Mermaid. The monument has its own website containing its history in photographs, documenting the numerous attacks by vandals over the years. Other notable sights include the Tivoli Gardens, which is probably one of the most famous amusement parks in the world. Situated in the heart of the city, since 1843 it has been a magical place for Danes and foreigners alike. Roller coasters, entertainment venues and restaurants sit amidst dazzling flowerbeds, old trees and thousands of lights after sunset. Copenhagen’s other amusement park, Bakken, is the world's oldest and features a 30-metre wooden roller coaster with a brakeman, a flume and other thrill rides, beer tents, restaurants, and even circus and vaudeville acts. Free-roaming deer are known to wander in from the surrounding Royal Deer Park.

For those in search of an exciting shopping experience, Copenhagen is a true paradise. After all, the city is famous for Stroget, a three-kilometre pedestrian shopping street inaugurated in 1961. A bevy of shopping opportunities includes anything from amber trinkets to Royal Copenhagen Porcelain, Georg Jensen silver and Danish modern furniture. And when you get hungry after browsing through countless Flora Danica plates, you can head for one of Copenhagen's more than 2,000 restaurants to enjoy some smorrebrod, the traditional open bread sandwiches accompanied by a glass of cold Tuborg beer.