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Copenhagen: H.C. Andersen Walking Tour with Local Guide

Nyhavn

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Hans Christian Andersen is one of the world’s most cherished storytellers, whose timeless fairy tales have captivated generations. On this guided walking tour, you’ll explore Copenhagen through his eyes, visiting places that shaped his life and inspired some of his most famous works. Hear the story behind The Little Mermaid as you stand by the iconic statue, discover how the Royal Danish Theatre inspired The Ugly Duckling, and wander the colorful harbor where Andersen once lived and wrote. Step into hidden corners — including a preserved room tucked away inside a department store — that offer a rare glimpse into his world. This two-hour experience is not just about landmarks, but about bringing Andersen’s tales to life. Through your guide’s storytelling, you’ll gain insight into the man behind the myths, the city that fueled his imagination, and why his words continue to enchant readers across the globe.

Inclusions

What's included

  • H.C. Andersen Walking Tour with local guide

Itinerary

  1. The little mermaid will be the first stop on our tour.

    15 min

  2. We'll stop at the palace square to see the Royal Guards.

    15 min

  3. We'll walk through colorful "Nyhavn" where H.C. Andersen once lived.

    30 min

  4. We'll pass by the Royal Theater where you'll learn how this place influenced one og H.C's most beloved fairytales.

    15 min

  5. We'll walk past the statue of H.C. Andersen near Tivoli gardens.

    15 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Meeting point
You'll meet your guide outside of "Havfruekiosken".
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 12 travellers
Operated by
Lost with a Local
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Copenhagen

  • Its from-price is 67% below the median of the 528 experiences we list in Copenhagen.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Copenhagen

Copenhagen is Denmark's harbour capital, a low-rise city of canals, royal palaces, bicycles, pastries and a pleasure garden in the middle of town.

Copenhagen spreads across the islands of Zealand and Amager, with harbours and canals shaping the centre. Nyhavn, a seventeenth-century canal lined with coloured houses and old ships, is the classic view. Amalienborg Palace, the royal family's residence, stands on a square near the water, Rosenborg Castle holds the crown jewels, and Tivoli Gardens, open since 1843, mixes flowers, rides and concerts beside the train station.

Top-ranked sights in Copenhagen: Christiansborg Palace (Christiansborg Slot), Nyhavn, Amalienborg Palace.

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