Self-Guided Tour of Hans Christian Andersen's Copenhagen
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.
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Self-Guided Tour of Hans Christian Andersen's Copenhagen
What's included in Self-Guided Tour of Hans Christian Andersen's Copenhagen
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Start your journey outside the prestigious Royal Danish Theatre, where Hans Christian Andersen found inspiration, and was the reason why he came to Copenhagen.
Magasin Du NordPass-by Only
Marvel at the reconstruction of Andersen's former room inside Magasin du Nord, a surprising gem tucked away in a department store.
NyhavnPass-by Only
Stroll past Nyhavn, the iconic waterfront district known for its colorful buildings, bustling atmosphere, and rich maritime history, which served as a backdrop for some of Andersen's stories.
Inclusions
- 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
- Smartphone and headphones
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- 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.
End Points
- The tour ends at Ploug House, Højbro Pl. 21, 1200 København, Denmark.
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Ticket Redemption
VOICEMAP CODE ─── Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour. This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code. DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS ─── 1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps: 2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app 3. Create an account 4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes 5. Enter your code then select Download Now PLEASE NOTE ─── You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point. This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next. When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point. Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour. SUPPORT ─── For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]
