Look at that statue, isn't it neat?

We started the day with a calm walk through the Botanical Garden. Quiet paths lined with plants on the verge of springing into life.

On our walk to the next destination we stopped at a quirky coffee shop, Mormors, for some sweets and sandwiches. Next a walk to Frederick's Church, also known as the Marble Church. The eye catching domes ceiling was stunning. Nearby, we toured Amailborg, four identical buildings that among other things, house the current Royal Family. We timed our visit well to take in the changing of the guard. Do you get a bigger hat as you move up in rank?

We were told to have low expectations for the famous, Little Mermaid statue. Hans Christian Anderson's fairy tale proved inspiration for this statue along the water. Look at that statue, isn't it neat?

We circled back taking a bit of a detour that led us through a new neighborhood including a giant windmill. The Danish seem to really appreciate green spaces and walking. Surprising to me given the climate.

A short Metro ride brought us to Tivoli. It is a multi block amusement park smack in the city. Opens in April... not hygge. Thankfully the Glyptoteket Museum- literally place for sculptures- was next door and the last Wednesday of the month is free... hygge. But the modern French impressionist exhibition- boasting works of VanGogh, Gaugin, and Manet- was closed- not hygge.

We stopped at Anarkist Pizza for a quick bite- flight of beer for the grown ups and currant soda for the kids. Bussin' salt and vinegar chips were a hit. Oh, and the stone fired pizza was pretty good.

A return to our neighborhood for more shopping- yum chocolates and then a late dinner, Gasoline Grill (or is it gaslight or gas station- the most American name proved most difficult for Noel to recall). Burgers and fries hit the spot.En savoir plus