The 9 Best Old Town & Nyhavn Walks in Copenhagen

1.2-hour Old Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 64 reviews · 2 hours Our pick

Follow a private guide through Copenhagen’s compact Old Town in two hours, from City Hall and the royal wedding church to Rundetaarn, colorful Gråbrødretorv, and Strøget. You’ll taste handmade candy, hear stories in your chosen language, and finish by Stork Fountain near Christiansborg Palace.

“Guide très sympa et agréable, très joli tour. on s'attendait à plus d'informations sur le Danemark, Copenhague et l'histoire”

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2.Sights & Gems: Medieval Copenhagen & Nyhavn with a local host

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $28Best value

Walk from the Marble Church to Nyhavn with a local English-speaking guide, passing Rosenborg Castle, the Round Tower, Christiansborg, old squares, and Nyboder. The group is limited to 12 people, so you can ask questions along the way. Guides such as Maybritt and Maybee bring clear explanations and can adapt when weather turns wet.

“Maybritt was a great guide, we did an English tour, her English was very clear and easy to understand. She is very knowledgeable about the city, we learned a lot about Copenhagen. Definitely worth the tour, I recommend this one.”

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3.Walking tour – Copenhagen Old Town & Tivoli Park included

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 23 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $79

Start at Højbro Plads at 10:00 for a roughly two-hour walk through Copenhagen’s old center, Nyhavn, royal sights, cathedral, Strøget, and City Hall Square. Your guide finishes at Tivoli Gardens, where general admission lets you enter and stay during opening hours. English is the only listed language.

“It was wonderful. Very informative, leisurely walk. Saw the changing of the guard at the King's castle. Loved Tivoli Garden!”

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4.Copenhagen Canal Boat Cruise and City, Nyhavn Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $281

Start beneath the Lur Blowers at City Hall for a private Old Town walk with a guide such as Caroline or Jane, then board a one-hour canal cruise from Nyhavn. The longer option adds Rosenborg’s King’s Garden and Frederik’s Church. The boat audio guide is in English, Danish, or German.

“Gaining insight into the history of Copenhagen and seeing parts of the city we would not have visited without tour guide”

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5.Copenhagen Old Town, Nyhavn, Canal Walking Tour & Christiana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $219

You’ll walk from King’s New Square through the Marble Church, Amalienborg Square, Nyhavn, and its historic harbor. Choose three hours to add Christianshavn, Our Savior’s Church, and an outside look at Christiania. Your private licensed guide speaks your chosen language and offers local food and nightlife tips.

“Great experience. Found great spots and places. Would go back anytime. Thank you.”

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6.Copenhagen Old Town Private Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $352

Walk Copenhagen’s historic center with a private English-speaking guide, from City Hall Square to Amagertorv. In about two hours, you’ll see old squares, the cathedral, university, Round Tower, colorful Gråbrødretorv, and Strøget. It is an active introduction with free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.

“Taking silly photos with statues was fun. We went to all the important sites and our guide was informative.”

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7.Canal Boat Cruise & Old Town/Nyhavn Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $274

Walk Copenhagen’s Old Town and Nyhavn with a private English, German, or Danish-speaking guide, then take a one-hour canal cruise with onboard commentary. Choose three hours for the core sights, or four hours to add King’s Garden, Frederik’s Church, and Amalienborg Square. The guide escorts you to the dock but does not join the boat.

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8.Round Tower, Rosenborg Castle and Old Town Copenhagen Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · from $249

Meet your private, licensed guide near the Round Tower for a walk through Copenhagen’s Old Town and a climb up the tower’s famous spiral ramp. Choose a 2 to 5-hour option, with Rosenborg Castle, reserved entry, and hotel transfers added on longer tours. The guide’s name is confirmed at booking.

“Worth a visit and included on the Copenhagen card. To go up the tower you climb a round slope which is quite easy but long. The final part is made of steps controlled by a traffic light system which works well. The views at the top are fantastic and can see 360 views of Copenhagen. Would be lovely on a warm day as was freezing !!”

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9.Old Town and Nyhavn Private Family Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3 reviews · from $240

Meet your private guide at City Hall Square for a family-friendly walk through Copenhagen’s Old Town and Nyhavn. Hear Danish legends, spot the Round Tower and H.C. Andersen statue, and choose a longer visit to the National Museum’s Children’s Museum. Some options may also include a canal cruise.

“Our guide Papito was excellent, very knowledgeable about Danish history and culture.”

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