Copenhagen: Guided Tour of Vesterbro and Christianshavn

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Discover Copenhagen's quirky side, from a former red-light district turned into the trendiest area to a unique micronation. Explore the offbeat areas of Vesterbro and Christianshavn with a guide.

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Highlights

  • Get to know the alternative districts, its hidden gems and trendy cafés.
  • Experience a private tour where you get to know the city like a local
  • Discover one of the most interesting communities in the world: Christiania
  • Savor the bright flavors of Danish Cuisine

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Explore Copenhagen's quirky and trendy neighbourhoods frequented by locals, Vesterbro & Christianshavn. Get off the beaten track, with a local guide, on this Alternative Tour of Copenhagen. Stroll through Viktoriagade with its 400 years of history, an ancient entrance to the city, as you make your way to the Det Ny Teater, one of Denmark's largest theaters. Admire the relaxed and very much French Værnedamsvej, a busy shopping street situated between Vesterbro and Frederiksberg. Breathe the fresh air of Skydebanehaven park on your way to the heart of Copenhagen: Istedgade Street, stand at the facade of Star Radio (Stjerne Radio), home of the Danish resistance during the Nazi occupation. Enjoy the unique views of Sønder Boulevard as you head to Kødbyen, a revitalized industrial area known for its trendy dining scene and buzzing nightlife. Get to see the unique Halmtorvet square and let your private guide tell you all about Mændenes Hjem, a unique organization that has been around since 1910. Admire the beautiful Maria Church before a well-deserved break for lunch in a classic Danish restaurant. Experience one of the most prolific metro systems in the world while you make your way to Knippels Bridge, a bascule bridge across the Inner Harbour of Copenhagen. Walk through the famous Strandgade street where you will admire Christians Kirke, a Rococo church from the 1700s, as well as many other famous buildings as you move towards the Asiatisk Plads where you will find the 4 sculptures by the famous Søren Georg Jensen. Explore with your private host the buildings of Wildersgade as you get to the most impressive Church of Our Saviour. Walk along the fortifications of Christianshavns Voldgade to your final destination: Freetown Christiania, before your guide leaves you to visit all by yourself this unique community you will receive all the necessary background information to enjoy this car-free zone where 800 people reside. Experience on your own one of the most interesting, organized and open-minded communities in the world, started by squatters in the 70’s on a former military structure, now among Copenhagen´s most visited places. Let us show you the most authentic side of this amazing city on this Alternative Tour of Copenhagen!!!

Includes

4 hs. Private Tour with a local guide Metro Tickets Danish Bite + drink in a traditional restaurant

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