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Self-Guided Tour of Hans Christian Andersen's Copenhagen

Copenhagen, Denmark
From 1 hour 50 minutes to 2 hours 10 minutes
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What You Will Do

On this self-guided walking tour, step into renowned Hans Christian Andersen's world, taking in his former homes and haunts. Hans Christian Andersen, the beloved fairytale author, got his start in Copenhagen and spent many years of his life in the city. On this walking tour, you’ll step into his enchanting world, exploring the places that ignited his imagination and gave birth to enduring stories. This tour takes you past the Nyhavn area and Amalienborg (the Danish royal family’s official residence) and through the King’s Garden. Along the way, you’ll delve into Andersen’s literary career. Your guide, Pernille, will tell you about the friendships Hans Christian Andersen cultivated within the artistic community and how theatre became a source of inspiration for his timeless tales. By the end of this tour, you’ll have a greater appreciation for the places and events that helped shape the author’s creative life.

What's Included?

  • Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
  • The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

What's Not Included?

  • Smartphone and headphones

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Itinerary

Meeting Point

The tour begins at the Royal Danish Theatre, conveniently located near Kongens Nytorv metro station, where all four metro lines—M1, M2, M3, and M4—make stops.

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Det Kongelige Teater - Gamle Scene

Start your journey outside the prestigious Royal Danish Theatre, where Hans Christian Andersen found inspiration, and was the reason why he came to Copenhagen.

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Additional Information

This activity is operated by VoiceMap Audio Tours
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Guide Options

  • Audio Guide - English
  • Printed Guide - English