Everything to Pack For a Trip to Copenhagen, According to an Editor

Nivea Creme ($7)

I have notoriously dry skin, which becomes even more fragile and cracked during the winter months. To help keep my hands nourished and hydrated in the midst of Copenhagen's brisk winter temperatures, I relied on this travel-size hand lotion, which boasts all the same benefits of Nivea's beloved body lotions, but in a compact tin that's easy to squeeze into my personal carry-on bag or everyday travel bag.

Dramamine Ginger Chews ($8, originally $9)

Much like Amsterdam, one of the most distinct elements of Copenhagen is its famous canals — particularly Nyhavn. The city offers a number of different canal boat tours which visitors can take to see the town's neighborhoods (and colorful buildings) through a new lens. I'm someone who's very sensitive to movement and have been a victim of motion sickness many times before — whether in cars, on boats, or even on trains. To prepare, I packed these ginger chews, which work to alleviate nausea, and also fit conveniently in my crossbody bag. These were especially useful while on the boat tour and even when we took a train over to Malmö, Sweden.

Charmking Compression Socks ($13)

It's no secret that traveling to Europe often requires some long flying times, but traveling to Copenhagen proved to be especially lengthy since I was departing from the West Coast of the United States and en route to a less touristy airport (at least in comparison to London Heathrow or Charles de Gaulle in Paris) — which meant direct flights were limited and layovers were inevitable. For longer flights, I turn to my favorite pair of compression socks to maintain blood flow and limit any potential swelling in my feet. This particular set is great because the styles are ankle-length and don't feel as constricting as calf-length variations.

Newvanga Universal Travel Adapter ($17, originally $20)

If you've traveled abroad before, then you already know that most wall outlets and sockets are shaped differently in Europe than they are in the United States. This means that everyday items like phone chargers or hair dryers can't be plugged in normally, at least not without the help of a universal travel adapter. I recommend this model, which has accompied me on various trips abroad. It's affordable, compact, and features multiple ports so that I can charge several items simultaneously.

iWalk Small Portable Charger ($30)

A portable phone charger or power bank is essential regardless of where you're traveling, but I found it to be especially important in Copenhagen. Whether it be taking photos, relying on my Maps app to guide me around the city, or even pulling out my Google Translate to better understand the Danish language, having my phone fully charged was so necessary in ensuring a seamless, stress-free trip. See how advanced this power bank is in our review of the iWalk Portable Charger.

Transparent Folding Rain Umbrella ($14)

While the weather in Denmark can change from season to season, rain is pretty much a year-round occurrence — especially in the winter months. Even if the forecast doesn't show rain during the dates of your trip, I recommend packing an umbrella just in case, as I encountered several afternoon rain storms during my visit. This foldable umbrella is my favorite because it's compact (easy to fit into a small travel bag); lightweight (easy to carry around or hang from your wrist); and transparent, which means I could still take in the sights of the city without obstruction thanks to its see-through design.

Uniqlo Heattech Leggings ($20)

Layers for winter? Groundbreaking. Except these Heattech leggings from Uniqlo are actually pretty innovative and designed to provide better heat insulation than most thermals. I love that the pants are supremely comfortable and warm, yet still lightweight enough that I don't feel too constricted while wearing them underneath jeans or sweatpants. Get a full breakdown on what makes this thermal line so great in this review of Uniqlo Heattech.

NA-KD Fashion Soft Braided Tassle Scarf ($28, originally $40)

Denmark winters can get pretty cold. I traveled to Copenhagen in late February and was lucky to visit during a warmer spell (warmer is being used very loosely here). Temperatures ranged between 30 degrees and 40 degrees Fahrenheit with pretty heavy cloud coverage. I run cold anyway, which meant that heavy layers and plenty of winter accessories were essential in staying comfortable and warm throughout the day. I wore this oversize polyester scarf on repeat and loved that it not only provided ample warmth around my neck, but also matched perfectly with every outfit that I packed.

New Balance 574 Core Sneakers ($90)

Even with a wide array of public transportation options, you're bound to do a lot of walking in Copenhagen; it's the best way to take in the sights of the city, after all. Naturally, you'll want to pack a comfortable pair of walking shoes that you can feel confident relying on for those longer days outside of the rental or hotel. These New Balance shoes are one of the best pairs of sneakers I own, with cushiony soles that support my feet and have enough bounce-back to put a little extra pep in my step. I switched between these and another pair of New Balance 9060 sneakers throughout the duration of my trip.

Delsey Paris Chatelet Hardside Luggage With Spinner Wheels ($270, originally $321)

Copenhagen is known as one of Europe's most walkable cities, with public transportation options that are easy to use, whether it be via metro, bus, or bike. The city's railway line also connects directly to the airport, so you're able to take a train right into the heart of Copenhagen — or in my case, right to my Airbnb, which was located near the Nørreport station.

Because I opted to take the train to my rental rather than an Uber, this also meant that I needed to commute a short distance from the railway station to my Airbnb (about a five-minute walk, to be specific). Copenhagen is an old city adorned with hundreds of cobblestone streets, which could pose a problem if I wasn't equipped with the right luggage. Fortunately, I traveled with my go-to Delsey carry-on, which features durable spinner wheels that have 360-direction, so I was able to roll my hard-side luggage behind me with ease — even over the bumpiest cobblestone surfaces. Learn more about the suitcase in this review of Delsey Hardside Luggage.

Kyley Warren is an award-winning writer, editor, and affiliate strategist with more than four years of experience in the publishing space. She currently works as an assistant editor on POPSUGAR Shopping, where she reviews trending products, monitors commerce trends, develops thoughtful affiliate strategies, and relies on her unique expertise to compile helpful shopping guides for consumers that span a number of verticals — including fashion, home, beauty, and wellness. She previously worked with Entertainment Tonight as a style commerce writer, and her byline has appeared in publications globally.