Copenhagen Highlights Small Group Walking Tour - Max 10 People
by Copenhagen By Mie Friends
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This small-group walking tour of Copenhagen accommodates a maximum of 10 people and lasts about two and a half hours. It begins at Toldboden, where participants may buy coffee on their own before meeting the guide. The route moves through the historic city center, starting with a visit to the Gefion Fountain, which marks the legendary origin of Copenhagen's land. Nearby, the group sees a park dedicated to World War II heroes and St. Alban's Church, notable for its distinct architecture compared to other Copenhagen churches. The tour continues past Churchillparken to Kastellet, a star-shaped fortress, where the guide shares stories about Denmark’s history spanning over a thousand years. Next, the group walks to the Little Mermaid statue, learning about the myths and facts related to this well-known figure. The tour proceeds to Amalienborg Palace, the residence of the Danish royal family, where the guide tells insider stories about the Royal Guards and the current royals. From there, participants view the Marble Church, admired for its impressive design and alignment with the palace. The route then passes the Copenhagen Opera House across the harbor and continues along the front of the Royal Actor’s House. The group enters Amaliehaven, a garden by the canal, before walking along Nyhavn harbor. Here, the guide explains the harbor’s colorful history and assists with photos. After crossing King’s New Square, the group sees Denmark’s first shopping mall, a historic hotel, and the Royal Theatre. The tour continues through small streets to view the spire of one of Copenhagen’s oldest churches near Nikolaj Kunsthal. It concludes at Christiansborg Palace, home to the Danish Parliament, where the guide answers questions and offers recommendations for further exploration. The guide speaks English and provides personalized advice. The tour involves walking at a brisk pace over cobblestones and stairs, so suitable footwear is recommended.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Zinkglobal
The experience starts at Toldboden, an emerging area in Copenhagen where guests may buy coffee at their own cost. They should arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time. From there, the guide leads through some of the older sections of Copenhagen’s historic city center, passing several of the city’s well-known and significant sites.
5 min
The Little Mermaid
The first notable stop is the Gefion Fountain, which represents the origin of Copenhagen's land. The guide explains the fountain's story, including a darker aspect of Danish legend.
10 min
Kastelle. Kapellet i horsholm
From the fountain, the group views a park dedicated to World War II heroes, reflecting on Denmark's wartime history.
5 min
St. Alban's Church
Near the Gefion Fountain and Churchillparken, the group sees St. Alban's Church, which differs from other Copenhagen churches for a specific reason noted by the guide.
5 min
Churchillparken
Next, the group views the outside of the Citadel, which resembles something from Game of Thrones. While observing, the guide recounts stories about Copenhagen and Denmark’s rise and demise over more than 1000 years.
10 min
Gefionspringvandet
The group moves further out to the Little Mermaid statue. The guide discusses the statue’s history and explains common misconceptions about it.
15 min
Amalienborg
Next is Amalienborg Palace, the residence of Danish royalty. The guide shares insider stories about the Royal Guards and the royal family, including a game to guess where the current royal head lives.
15 min
Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken)
The tour includes views of the Marble Church, known locally as Marmorkirken, admired by many Copenhageners for its architecture.
5 min
Copenhagen Opera House
Walking out of the palace gardens, the group sees the Copenhagen Opera House across the harbor.
5 min
Drive-by
On the way to Nyhavn harbor, the group passes the Royal Actor's House with notable views.
5 min
Amaliehaven
The tour passes through Amaliehaven, a small green garden by the canals. The guide explains local opinions about this space.
5 min
Nyhavn
The group walks along Nyhavn, a harbor canal known for its colorful buildings. The guide discusses its history and helps guests take photos.
15 min
Copenhagen King's New Square
Crossing King’s New Square, the group sees Denmark’s first shopping mall, the oldest hotel, and the Royal Theatre.
5 min
Nikolaj Kunsthal
The walk continues through small streets to view the spire of one of Copenhagen’s oldest churches.
5 min
Christiansborg Slot
The final stop is Christiansborg Palace, home to the Danish Parliament. The guide talks about Danish politics and welfare and answers guests’ questions here.
10 min
Meeting point
By the sculpture ZinkGlobal in front of Seaside Food & Bar, Nordre Toldbod 12, 1259 København. The guide will be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts. If you have not made contact with your guide by the time the tour is set to start, please call us right away so we can assist you.
End point
We're ending in the heart of Copenhagen at a square right next to the main pedestrian street.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Copenhagen Highlights Small Group Walking Tour - Max 10 People
by Copenhagen By Mie Friends
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€84Overview
This small-group walking tour of Copenhagen accommodates a maximum of 10 people and lasts about two and a half hours. It begins at Toldboden, where participants may buy coffee on their own before meeting the guide. The route moves through the historic city center, starting with a visit to the Gefion Fountain, which marks the legendary origin of Copenhagen's land. Nearby, the group sees a park dedicated to World War II heroes and St. Alban's Church, notable for its distinct architecture compared to other Copenhagen churches. The tour continues past Churchillparken to Kastellet, a star-shaped fortress, where the guide shares stories about Denmark’s history spanning over a thousand years. Next, the group walks to the Little Mermaid statue, learning about the myths and facts related to this well-known figure. The tour proceeds to Amalienborg Palace, the residence of the Danish royal family, where the guide tells insider stories about the Royal Guards and the current royals. From there, participants view the Marble Church, admired for its impressive design and alignment with the palace. The route then passes the Copenhagen Opera House across the harbor and continues along the front of the Royal Actor’s House. The group enters Amaliehaven, a garden by the canal, before walking along Nyhavn harbor. Here, the guide explains the harbor’s colorful history and assists with photos. After crossing King’s New Square, the group sees Denmark’s first shopping mall, a historic hotel, and the Royal Theatre. The tour continues through small streets to view the spire of one of Copenhagen’s oldest churches near Nikolaj Kunsthal. It concludes at Christiansborg Palace, home to the Danish Parliament, where the guide answers questions and offers recommendations for further exploration. The guide speaks English and provides personalized advice. The tour involves walking at a brisk pace over cobblestones and stairs, so suitable footwear is recommended.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Zinkglobal
The experience starts at Toldboden, an emerging area in Copenhagen where guests may buy coffee at their own cost. They should arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the scheduled time. From there, the guide leads through some of the older sections of Copenhagen’s historic city center, passing several of the city’s well-known and significant sites.
5 min
The Little Mermaid
The first notable stop is the Gefion Fountain, which represents the origin of Copenhagen's land. The guide explains the fountain's story, including a darker aspect of Danish legend.
10 min
Kastelle. Kapellet i horsholm
From the fountain, the group views a park dedicated to World War II heroes, reflecting on Denmark's wartime history.
5 min
St. Alban's Church
Near the Gefion Fountain and Churchillparken, the group sees St. Alban's Church, which differs from other Copenhagen churches for a specific reason noted by the guide.
5 min
Churchillparken
Next, the group views the outside of the Citadel, which resembles something from Game of Thrones. While observing, the guide recounts stories about Copenhagen and Denmark’s rise and demise over more than 1000 years.
10 min
Gefionspringvandet
The group moves further out to the Little Mermaid statue. The guide discusses the statue’s history and explains common misconceptions about it.
15 min
Amalienborg
Next is Amalienborg Palace, the residence of Danish royalty. The guide shares insider stories about the Royal Guards and the royal family, including a game to guess where the current royal head lives.
15 min
Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken)
The tour includes views of the Marble Church, known locally as Marmorkirken, admired by many Copenhageners for its architecture.
5 min
Copenhagen Opera House
Walking out of the palace gardens, the group sees the Copenhagen Opera House across the harbor.
5 min
Drive-by
On the way to Nyhavn harbor, the group passes the Royal Actor's House with notable views.
5 min
Amaliehaven
The tour passes through Amaliehaven, a small green garden by the canals. The guide explains local opinions about this space.
5 min
Nyhavn
The group walks along Nyhavn, a harbor canal known for its colorful buildings. The guide discusses its history and helps guests take photos.
15 min
Copenhagen King's New Square
Crossing King’s New Square, the group sees Denmark’s first shopping mall, the oldest hotel, and the Royal Theatre.
5 min
Nikolaj Kunsthal
The walk continues through small streets to view the spire of one of Copenhagen’s oldest churches.
5 min
Christiansborg Slot
The final stop is Christiansborg Palace, home to the Danish Parliament. The guide talks about Danish politics and welfare and answers guests’ questions here.
10 min
Meeting point
By the sculpture ZinkGlobal in front of Seaside Food & Bar, Nordre Toldbod 12, 1259 København. The guide will be at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts. If you have not made contact with your guide by the time the tour is set to start, please call us right away so we can assist you.
End point
We're ending in the heart of Copenhagen at a square right next to the main pedestrian street.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.