Top Copenhagen Cultural Tours

Copenhagen is one of the world's best cycling cities, so it would be a shame to explore it by motor vehicle. On this small-group guided tour, pedal like a local through the streets to see top attractions and your guide's favorite hidden gems. Along the way, enjoy a dialogue with your guide as you ask questions and learn about local life and culture while experiencing the city on two wheels.

Experience the best of the city with a local host on this intermediate-level combined walking and canal tour by Go Like a Local. Discover top sights, hidden gems & enjoy a 25-minute harbor ferry ride, ending with the Changing of the Guards at the royal palace. Note: This walking tour requires a steady pace and is not suitable for those with walking difficulties. We begin with a 1-hour walk before boarding the electric harbor ferry, (if it´s not full). Your host shares stories, and tips as we glide through the city’s waterways. After the ferry, we continue on foot, passing the 1600s fortress and the Little Mermaid. A short café stop offers time to rest before reaching Amalienborg Palace. The 9:00 & 09:30 AM tours finish with the full Changing of the Guards at noon. Later departures include a smaller version of the ceremony. If the ferry is full or out of service (rare, mostly weekends), we follow the scenic canal route on foot instead, covering the full itinerary with 2 extra km.

Discover Copenhagen in vivid detail with us! Dive into a fairy-tale-inspired adventure as we explore the city’s most iconic landmarks and their surrounding gems. We’ll take you to the heart of Copenhagen’s history and culture, from the Royal Palace of Amalienborg to the Little Mermaid herself. But that’s not all—discover the stunning Gefion Fountain, stroll through the historic Citadel, Kastellet, and marvel at the lively charm of Nyhavn harbor. To top it off, we’ll visit the impressive Christiansborg Slot, home to Denmark’s Parliament. • Visit 10+ of Copenhagen’s top sights in a small group of no more than 10 guests • Learn captivating stories of Danish history, fairy tales, and culture from passionate local guides • Enjoy a relaxed, personal experience with plenty of time for questions This isn’t just a tour—it’s the ultimate introduction to Copenhagen’s rich history and vibrant charm!

Explore Denmark’s Forest Tower—an attraction you’re unlikely to find anywhere else in the world—without the hassle of arranging your own round-trip transportation during this half-day excursion. Ideal for architecture and nature lovers alike, climb to the observation deck and walk along wooden walkways while enjoying the surrounding scenery.

The Easy-Pace Tour focuses on a short day tour visiting two interesting sites outside Copenhagen. Your English-speaking driver and guide, will guide you at Kronborg Castle. After the guided tour you will have time to explore the castle and maybe a visit to the gift shop. The Frederiksborg Palace in Hillerod will take your breath away. An unbelievable renaissance palace from 17th century. The visit at Frederiksborg Palace is on you own. Exploration of the palace and maybe the baroque garden. Our Guide will provide info-tainment— a delightful mix of facts presented in an easy-going manner, with a twinkle in the eyes of our excellent driver and guide. The narrative strikes a balance, offering just enough facts without overwhelming you with years, kings, and wars, coupled with a touch of humor and fun. You will not miss out on cardio exercise on this day. For slow walkers or walkers using simple walking aids, this is also accommodated on this tour.

Get acquainted with Denmark’s capital from the water on a 1-hour Copenhagen boat tour. Glide along the city’s picturesque canals and soak up stellar views of top Copenhagen attractions. Pass landmarks such as the Amalienborg Palace, the Little Mermaid Statue, and the Copenhagen Opera House, and drift past colorful townhouses, cobbled lanes, and houseboats in the Christianshavn neighborhood. An easy way to see a lot in a short time.

Spend a hilarious two hours walking around the city and tasting nine different beers with a fun and funny guide who’ll have you laughing your way through Copenhagen. This drinking/walking/comedy tour isn’t just about beer, but the city’s history too. Your tour leader will tell you all about how Vesterbro went from its seedy past to its hotspot present as you explore and sip.

Settle into the city for the first time with this 2-hour walking tour designed to help you get your bearings in Copenhagen. Learn all about the city from a fun and funny guide, from how Copenhagen was founded to what it’s like to live in it today. Get top tips from your tour leader on what to do and where to go next on your trip.

Discover Denmark beyond the capital on a hassle-free day trip from Copenhagen. Instead of juggling train schedules and entry logistics, relax in comfortable transport as a guide brings the country’s history to life at highlights like Kronborg Castle, Frederiksborg Castle, and the Viking Ship Museum. With hotel pickup included, it’s an easy way to see more in one seamless, well-paced day.

Explore the best of Copenhagen—and see more of the city than is possible on foot—with this bike tour. Ride like a local through the Danish capital's cycle-friendly streets,to top attractions including the Little Mermaid statue, Rosenborg Castle, and Christiania while learning about Danish culture and history.

Skip the castles and museum tours and see the Copenhagen that locals actually live in. This private walking tour with takes you through Vesterbro—a former red-light district reinvented as one of the city's most creative neighborhoods—and onto Christianshavn, home to the famous autonomous community that has operated by its own rules since 1971. Upgrade to add lunch at a classic Danish restaurant.

Join us for the full Copenhagen package on this fairy-tale and hygge-filled walking tour of the greatest hits of Copenhagen. This is a great introduction to your Danish experience, offering you a whole day of fun! - Tick off Copenhagen’s greatest hits on a full-day tour with a passionate and knowing native guide by your side - Admire the city’s many iconic and cute castles, picturesque Nyhavn and don't worry, you'll of course say hello to the Little Mermaid and much more! - Arrive at the Royal Palace just in time for the infamous changing of the Royal Guards - Explore The Danish way of living and score some tips on how to get more of that world-famous ‘hygge’ in your life - Discover Danish culture and history, tranquil green havens, and hidden gems that only locals know about on a more immersive cultural experience of Copenhagen than most tours - Get personalized recommendations straight from a local to make your Copenhagen stay even better!

Learn about Danish culture through its cuisine on this private food and drink tour. Your guide takes you to the finest food stands in Copenhagen to sample Danish and Nordic specialties like pastries, schnapps, elderberry juice, and fish dumplings. Tastings suit every palate on this personalized experience.

Copenhagen’s original independent food tour (Est. 2011). As a locally-owned company - not a corporate chain - we provide a truly authentic experience. We don’t just share the food; we share the soul of the city through its most iconic landmarks. Beyond 8 authentic tastings (a full meal), we walk through the historic heart of Copenhagen. Discover the Botanical Garden, the Latin Quarter, and the Round Tower. Our expert local guides share insights into Danish life that global tours simply can't match. Highlights include: Exclusive access: Arla Unika (Michelin supplier) & historic Café & Ølhalle 1892. Gourmet flavors: Modern smørrebrød at RØRT and royal candy at Sømods Bolcher. Local icons: DØP organic hot dogs and local craft beer or cider at SKAAL. Small groups for an intimate, high-quality experience. Join the locals who started it all.

Swap traditional sightseeing tours for a more fun and unusual way of exploring Copenhagen—a murder mystery tour. Don’t worry about rushing to keep up with a group, as this is a private and self-guided adventure, which means you can go at your own pace. After picking up a mystery envelope, the adventure takes place around the magnificent Christiansborg Palace, with plenty of riddles to solve to discover interesting highlights.

Discover Vesterbro, the epicenter of Copenhagen’s hipster culture, on this beer and culture walking tour. Spend an afternoon with a couple of brews exploring the former red-light district of Vesterbro, while you find out why Lonely Planet have called this neighborhood one of the coolest in the world with a local guide and a small group of like-minded travelers. - Tune into seedy Vesterbro tales of the past through a couple of brews with locals who have walked these streets most of their life. - Discover where the locals live and love to hang out with pit-stops in 3 beloved and markedly distinctive pubs, where you of course get to taste the golden and distinctive beers with the locals - Experience how gentrification is transforming a shady neighborhood into a hip urban area without compromising the neighborhoods past identity, while you support a range of good causes - Discover that beer makes Vesterbro better!

Explore Copenhagen's most important landmarks aboard an open-air, double-decker bus during this hop-on hop-off tour. Disembark at attractions like Amalienborg, Little Mermaid, Nyhavn, and Tivoli Gardens. Spend as much or as little time as you like at each stop and enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the city on the way.

This day trip allows you to travel by train and visit another country—Sweden. Avoid the hassle of booking transport tickets and planning an itinerary, and let someone else do the hard work instead. Decide whether to start your experience in Copenhagen or meet your guide directly in Malmö, head to the beautiful city of Malmö and enjoy a private tour of local highlights such as the Old Town, the Church of St. Peter, Malmö Castle, and Malmö City Library. Upgrade to include a delicious Swedish lunch and drink along the way.

If you want to understand Denmark, you need to understand hygge. The concept can be difficult to explain, but is easy to experience on a slow-paced walk with a native — and once you have it in you, you’ll know why Danes are some of the happiest people in the world! Take a peek into Copenhagen’s local life and find your own happy hygge place. - Get a better understanding of Danish culture and why the world-famous Danish concept of hygge is so important in an increasingly fast-paced world - Visit city sites that ooze hygge and find out how you can bring some of that vibe back home with you from your native guide - Learn why some people say Denmark is utopian, and how the local culture contributes to Danes being among the happiest people in the world year after year - Savour Danish treats and visit gems that simply scream hygge! If you want to include Copenhagen’s best sights with a local to this tour, please consider upgrading to our Total Copenhagen: Highlights & Hygge tour.

See the highlights of Copenhagen without having to study a map with this guided walking tour. Stroll through the Old Town to learn about its most interesting sights—such as Tivoli Gardens, City Hall Square, Christiansborg Palace, and the Old Stock Exchange. The trip also showcases Nyhavn and includes skip-the-line entry to Tivoli Park, which you can explore at your own pace after the tour.

Get a quick yet rich overview of Copenhagen on this small-group walk that covers a mix of top sights and hidden gems, and ends with a cozy cafe social in the colorful canal district of Nyhavn. Avoid the stress of planning your first visit—your guide brings the city to life and shows you royal palaces, secret courtyards, medieval corners, and vibrant public squares while sharing local stories, culture, and history.

Discover why Time Out Magazine crowned Nørrebro the world’s coolest neighborhood on this engaging walking tour. To go like a local, we will jump on the modern metro, heading straight to Nørrebro. Throughout the experience, we will explore the roots of the World Happiness Index, tracing how Denmark's celebrated welfare system grew out of Nørrebro's historic working-class movements. Halfway through our walk, we’ll take a short break to fuel up on a delicious Danish pastry. Afterward, we'll visit the peaceful Assistens Cemetery to discover the final resting place of legendary Danes, including fairytale master Hans Christian Andersen. After soaking up the street art and community vibes along bustling hotspots like Jægersborggade and Blågårdsgade, we head towards the city center. We wrap up our group experience at Flindt & Ørsted inside the romantic Ørstedsparken. Here, we'll sit down for a well-deserved coffee break by the scenic lake that once served as the city's ancient defense moat.

Get to know one of Copenhagen's most up-and-coming neighborhoods on a walking tour through Nørrebro. Explore a multi-cultural mix of shops, dive bars, and more with a guide who can show you hidden gems you likely wouldn't find on your own. See a quirkier side of Copenhagen beyond the major tourist attractions.