Copenhagen is a bicycler's city, and a hub-and-spokes approach makes the most of limited time to explore the crafts scene in this design capital. With a few Danish coins, you can rent a bike from street stands. Or you can walk this route, taking in the street vibe as you discover other treasures and pleasures.

While Copenhagen's city center is the hub, it's a mere starting point. Following different "spokes" into nearby neighborhoods offers contrasting experiences, from hip and gritty to museum quality.

When dark winter days finally give way to springtime sunlight, determined Danes enjoy artfully crafted cuisine at sidewalk cafes and bars, surrounded by heaters and fleece throws.