Photo Journal of Copenhagen

We made it to Copenhagen right before New Year's Eve and planned on spending a few days. First and foremost, it's freezing in the winter and the days are short, so visiting during this time is not for the faint of heart. But, even though I suggest you wait to visit when the weather is nice and the days are longer, there are a few plusses to going during the winter.

First, with the exception of New Year's Eve, you'll have the city to mostly to yourself. Especially on New Year's Day - when the streets were completely empty. So you can get those pictures in front of Nyhavn without having to compete with a bunch of tourists.

Second, if you're there for New Year's Eve, check out the party down at City Hall Square (or Rådhuspladsen in Danish). It's crazy and dangerous so it's definitely not a place to bring your kids. Imagine standing around with thousands of people and fireworks going off all around you. I dont think there's any regulation on who can set off the fireworks so, go at your own risk. Check out our photos here.

Other things you should know about Denmark - they have a 25% VAT on almost everything you'll come across as a tourist. So, for us Americans, it's pretty damn expensive (like the other countries in Scandanavia). If you're a strict budget traveler you may want to steer clear.

A view of Copenhagen's Central Train Station

Copenhagen City Hall

It temperature was in the teens at this point. I look unhappy and cold :)

The Horse - Statute of King Christian V

Beautiful Nyhavn

Nyhavn at night

Ryan eating his ~$12USD tiny sandwich after a long day

Christianborg Palace

The streets were completely empty on New Year's Day

It was so cold that it hurt to breathe