Copenhagen Sightseeing Tour

Fairytales, Royals, and Real Life: Copenhagen in 2-2.5 Hours Flat

If you think two hours isn’t enough to truly get to know a city, think again. I joined the Copenhagen Sights in a Nutshelltour hoping to get a quick overview before exploring on my own, but what I walked away with was so much more than directions and photos. I left with a feeling for the place. And yes — a head full of stories that I’ve already retold at least three times since.

We started near the waterfront, where our guide welcomed us with the relaxed energy of someone who really knows and loves their city. No stiff intros here — just good conversation, a few local tips right off the bat, and the first of many unexpected facts about Copenhagen’s history. From the moment we walked past the World War II resistance memorial and into the park, I could tell this wouldn’t be a dry sightseeing run-through. This was Copenhagen told by someone who’d lived it.

One of the first surprises? The tale of the Gefion Fountain and how the Danish island of Zealand supposedly came to be. Let’s just say it involves a goddess, a plough, and what our guide affectionately called “the Swedish shade.” From there we strolled out to see the Little Mermaid — and even though I’d read she was smaller than expected, she still took me by surprise. What I didn’t expect were the stories behind her — both the real-life author’s heartbreak and the darker twist the statue quietly holds.

But it wasn’t all myths and melancholia. Things got brighter (and a bit more regal) as we reached Amalienborg Palace. Here, we paused to play a light-hearted game guessing which windows belonged to which royals, and got insider anecdotes about the Royal Guards — the kind of stuff only someone with a real connection to the tradition would know. Somehow, this huge formal palace ended up feeling… cosy? Or maybe that’s just what happens when you experience it through Danish eyes.

As we continued through Nyhavn, the harbor came alive with stories of sailors, booze, and historic charm. Our guide pointed out the best photo angle and happily helped everyone capture that perfect Copenhagen shot — the kind that feels effortless but always needs a local to know just where to stand.

We ended at a quiet square just off the pedestrian street — right back in the middle of modern Copenhagen life, but with new eyes to see it. What I loved was how everything tied together. From fairytales to history to everyday Danish life, nothing felt rushed or scripted. We covered so much, but it never felt like a checklist. More like a conversation that unfolded naturally, with a friend who just happens to be a brilliant storyteller.

Before parting, our guide shared personalized tips for the rest of our visit — where to eat, which neighborhoods to explore, even how to spot which ice cream stands are actually worth it. It was thoughtful, fun, and full of heart. Exactly like the tour itself.

So yes, you can see Copenhagen in a nutshell on a walking tour like this.

Please wear suitable footwear for walking and bring an umbrella or rain jacket in case of rain.

For your tour, you will be in a small group of a maximum of 10 people.

If you have your voucher, your booking is confirmed. We’ll see you at the start point. Get in touch if you have any concerns or require more information via the email address or phone number (business hours only) on your voucher.

This is a child-friendly tour. Children between the ages of six and 11 inclusively are permitted on this tour at the rate listed above. Please select ‘child’ above when booking. Children under the age of six are permitted to join this tour free of charge. Please inform us at the time of booking if you’ll be bringing a child under the age of six. You can do so in the special request box on the checkout page.

Please note that tours are not cancelled in case of rain.