Copenhagen Old Town & Nyhavn Walking Tour: Private Guide

A Private Guide Unlocks the Stories Behind Copenhagen's Most Photographed Streets

A private walking tour of Copenhagen's Old Town, Nyhavn and Christianshavn with a licensed guide fluent in your chosen language. You'll meet at King's New Square, walk past the Marble Church and the brightly colored 17th-century townhouses of Nyhavn, then explore Christianshavn's canals and learn about Freetown Christiania from outside. The 2-hour option covers Old Town and Nyhavn. The 3-hour adds Christianshavn and includes entry to Our Savior's Church.

Step-by-step itinerary

Stops and time spent at each

1. Nyhavn30m
2. Christian's Harbor30m

Explore Copenhagen Old Town and Christianshavn

• Meet guide at Hotel d'Angleterre
• Start tour at King’s New Square
• Visit Frederiks Church (Marble Church)
• Walk through Amaliensborg Square to canals
• Explore Nyhavn waterfront district
• See Danish Playhouse, Kissing Steps, Ofelia Plads
• Visit Christianshavn district
• See Church of Our Saviors
• View Freetown Christiania from outside

The experience

The tour starts at Hotel d'Angleterre on King's New Square, where your guide meets you before leading through the Old Town toward the Marble Church. This 17th-century district carries layers of history that a private guide unpacks as you walk: the difference between a postcard view and understanding why these streets matter to Copenhagen itself. The Marble Church opens to visitors during set hours (Mon–Thu and Sat 10am–5pm, Fri and Sun 12pm–5pm), so timing shapes what you see inside versus from the square.

Nyhavn is the heart of the walk. The canal fills with brightly colored townhouses from the 17th and early 18th centuries, now lined with bars and restaurants, but the guide points out what most visitors miss: the Memorial Anchor dedicated to WWII sailors, the wooden ships like the Lightvessel XVII Gedser Rev, the Danish Playhouse, and the Kissing Steps where locals actually gather. Amaliensborg Square and its surrounding streets connect these landmarks into a coherent route rather than a scattered list of photo stops.

The 3-hour option extends into Christianshavn, known colloquially as Little Amsterdam for its nautical character and canals. You'll see Our Savior's Church (entry included on the 3-hour tour) and learn about Freetown Christiania from outside: a self-governed community that draws curiosity but operates on its own terms. The district itself is vibrant and dense with surprises, and a guide who knows it shapes how you move through it. The 2-hour tour stays in Old Town and Nyhavn if that's the depth you want in a single afternoon.

What’s included

• A 5-star licensed guide fluent in your chosen language (English, Spanish, Italian, French or five others).
• private walking access to Old Town, Nyhavn, King's New Square, the Marble Church and Amalienborg Palace.
• free entry to the Marble Church.
• recommendations for local restaurants, bars and places to explore on your own.
• on the 3-hour tour, free entry to Our Savior's Church and a view of Christianshavn and Freetown Christiania from outside.

Options for this experience

2 options

2-Hour Old Town and Nyhavn TourGuide in 7 languages · 15 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 21:00This 2-hour walking tour covers King's New Square, the Memorial Anchor, Nyhavn and Amalienborg Palace, and also includes a visit to the Marble Church. The guide is an Official 5-Stars Guide with expertise in this type of tour, and speaks the chosen language fluently. DKCO005

3-hour tour: Old Town, Nyhavn and KastelletGuide in 7 languages · 10:00, 11:00 and 12:00Lasting 3 hours, this walking tour takes in King's New Square, the Memorial Anchor, Nyhavn and Amalienborg Palace. You'll visit the Marble Church and go sightseeing at Kastellet. The guide is an Official 5-Stars Guide with expertise in this type of tour, and speaks the chosen language fluently. DKCO005

You pick the guide language when booking.

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Before you book

Days and timesEvery day15 departure times: the first at 07:00, the last at 21:00

Book up to10h before

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Danish and Russian

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 8 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPublic transport nearbyInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Rosotravel - Denmark City Tours

Is this one for you?Book the 2-hour tour if you want the highlights of Nyhavn and Old Town in a single afternoon without committing to the full Christianshavn extension. Choose the 3-hour option if Christianshavn's canals and Our Savior's Church fit your day: the private guide paces both routes so you're not rushed, and the added time lets you absorb the district's character instead of moving through it.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Russian and Danish.

What is the Marble Church and when can I actually go inside it?

The Marble Church (Frederiks Church) is a 17th-century landmark you'll visit on the walking route. It's open Mon–Thu and Sat from 10am to 5pm, and Fri and Sun from 12pm to 5pm. Entry is included. If your tour time falls outside these hours, you'll see it from outside the square. Services and concerts sometimes close it to visitors, so the guide will confirm access the day before your tour.

What's the difference between the 2-hour and 3-hour tours?

The 2-hour tour covers Old Town, Nyhavn, King's New Square, the Memorial Anchor and Amalienborg Palace, plus the Marble Church. The 3-hour tour adds Christianshavn, Our Savior's Church (with entry included), and a view of Freetown Christiania from outside. Both are private walks with a licensed guide.

Will I actually go inside Freetown Christiania?

No, you'll see Freetown Christiania from outside only. It's a self-governed community with its own rules, and the tour gives you context and a view of the district's vibrant character without entering the neighborhood itself.

What makes Nyhavn worth a full walking tour instead of just stopping by?

Nyhavn's colorful 17th and 18th-century townhouses draw crowds, but a private guide reveals what's behind the postcard image: the Memorial Anchor honoring WWII sailors, the wooden ships still moored there, the Danish Playhouse, and the Kissing Steps where locals actually spend time. The guide's knowledge turns a scenic walk into an understanding of why the canal matters to Copenhagen.

Is this tour accessible if I use a wheelchair or have mobility concerns?

Yes, the tour is wheelchair accessible. All areas and surfaces on the route are accessible, and it's suitable for all physical fitness levels. Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and public transportation options are available nearby if you need them.