Copenhagen: Private Walking Tour with Controversial Stories

Summary

Unexpected stories, Viking relics, local humor and city secrets in Copenhagen

You’ll wander Copenhagen’s streets with a local who skips the usual script—expect wild political stories, Viking artifacts you can actually touch, and plenty of laughter over Danish quirks. From Tivoli Gardens to City Hall, you’ll see famous sights through new eyes and end up feeling like you’ve just heard Copenhagen’s best-kept secrets.

What’s the experience like?

I thought I knew what to expect from a walking tour in Copenhagen—some royal history, maybe a few fairy tales. But right after we met our guide near the main shopping street, he launched into a story about Danish politicians that had us all laughing (and honestly, kind of blushing). It wasn’t just facts or dates; it was the stuff you’d never find in a guidebook. The air smelled faintly like pastries from somewhere nearby, but mostly I remember the sound of bikes whirring past and our group trying not to look too shocked at some of the stories.

We wandered past Tivoli Gardens—didn’t go in, but our guide explained how it’s basically the world’s second oldest amusement park and somehow connected it back to beer-drinking traditions (I still can’t quite explain that part). At Christiansborg Palace he pointed out where Danish democracy actually happens and then veered off into Viking territory. He let us touch this rough stone outside the National Museum and said it was older than most countries. A couple of people in our group tried to pronounce “Kierkegaard” when we stopped by the Royal Garden—Li laughed when I tried to say it in Danish. Probably butchered it.

There was this moment outside the Old Stock Exchange when our guide dropped his voice and told us about Christian IV’s wild ambitions—and corruption scandals that sounded almost modern. We ended up near City Hall, everyone still trading bits of gossip we’d picked up along the way. I didn’t expect to walk away thinking more about politics than palaces, but here we are. Sometimes you get more from a city by hearing what people don’t usually tell you.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Explore Copenhagen's hidden political gems

• Explore Danish parliament and democracy
• Discuss Christian IV and old stock exchange
• Walk main shopping street from end to end
• Visit Tivoli Gardens history
• Walk around Carlsberg art museum
• Talk about Kierkegaard in Royal Garden
• Pass by Jewish museum from Royal Garden
• Pass by National Museum of Denmark
• End tour at city hall entrance by Tivoli

Top questions

Is this Copenhagen walking tour private?

Yes, it's exclusive for your group only—no strangers join.

How many people can join one booking?

You can book for 1–15 people; up to 30 with extra payment onsite.

What sights are included on this tour?

The route passes Tivoli Gardens, Christiansborg Palace, Old Stock Exchange, National Museum & Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek.

Does the tour include entry fees?

All fees and taxes are included in your booking price.

Is the tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all areas and surfaces on this tour are wheelchair accessible.

Are children or strollers allowed?

Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller.

Can I bring my service animal?

Service animals are welcome on this tour.

Where does the tour start and end?

You start at one side of Copenhagen's main shopping street and finish at City Hall near Tivoli Gardens.

What’s included

Your day includes exclusive private access for your group (up to 15 people), all entry fees and taxes covered upfront, plus an unpredictable local guide who brings Copenhagen’s history alive with controversial stories as you walk between landmarks like Tivoli Gardens and Christiansborg Palace—no extra costs or hidden surprises along the way.