Copenhagen Self-Guided Tour
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- 7 languages
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Starting from the lively Rådhuspladsen (City Hall Square), this walking tour takes you through the city’s historic heart — from medieval marketplaces and hidden alleys to grand palaces and iconic waterfronts. You’ll explore Gammeltorv and Nytorv, stroll down the storybook charm of Magstræde, cross the serene Slotsholmskanalen, and stand in the very square where Denmark’s democracy was born. At each stop, riddles and tales reveal the city’s past: kings and commoners, scandals and revolutions, visionaries and romantics. The journey ends at the colorful canal of Nyhavn, where sailors once drank and Hans Christian Andersen dreamed. There, a massive anchor stands as a solemn reminder of something deeper — but you'll have to guess what, before we reveal the answer. This is no ordinary city walk. It’s a playful, immersive way to uncover the layers of Copenhagen — one story at a time.
Inclusions
What's included
- Self-guided tour on your smartphone, APP not needed!
- Available in: English, Deutsch, Italiano, Français, Español, Português, 中文
- Audioguide with quizzes about each point of interest along the tour
What's not
- A physical guide (the tour is accessible on your smartphone)
- Tickets or entrance fees for any attractions along the tour
- Access offline. Internet needed on your phone
Itinerary
Take in the lively energy of City Hall Square, where grand statues and buzzing streets welcome you to the heart of Copenhagen.
Step into the oldest square in the city, where medieval markets and Renaissance fountains once stole the show.
Stand where justice was once on public display—this open space hides a dramatic past behind its calm facade.
Stroll down one of Copenhagen’s oldest streets, lined with charming crooked houses and timeless cobblestones.
Stop by this tranquil canal and admire the reflections of power—Parliament and palaces all within view.
Marvel at the Marble Bridge, a royal entrance to a world of intrigue and elegance.
Gaze up at the tallest tower in town—built for kings, now watching over the city and its secrets.
Stand on this historic square, where statues, revolutions, and royal processions have all passed through.
Explore this grand plaza inspired by Paris, once home to soldiers, artists, and a very picky king.
Finish your walk at the colorful harbor where sailors once sang and Hans Christian Andersen found inspiration.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Start your adventure at Rådhuspladsen, Copenhagen’s buzzing city square. Just open the app nearby to begin exploring!
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operated by
- Ciceru
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Copenhagen
- Its from-price is 97% below the median of the 146 city tours we list in Copenhagen.
- Its length is typical for the group.
- 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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