Life of H.C. Andersen - Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour
Overview
Welcome adventurers!
"To travel is to live" - Hans Christian Andersen.
Follow in the footsteps of the famous writer Hans Christian Andersen in Copenhagen and learn about his life with this self-guided audio walking tour.
Embark on an immersive audio walk retracing the steps of the renowned Danish writer, H.C. Andersen.
Experience his humble beginnings in Copenhagen, and his ascent to global acclaim as a cherished author.
Traverse 19th-century Copenhagen, unveiling tales from Andersen's life at every turn.
Was H.C. Andersen's life truly akin to the enchanting fairy tales he penned?
As you delve into this audio walk, you'll be confronted with the contrasts and parallels between his real-life experiences and the magical worlds he created – many of them with inspiration from the streets of this old city.
You can do the tour at your own pace and when it suits you, without relying on a tour group, or a specific time schedule.
Are you ready to discover the life of H.C. Andersen?
What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Free access to the StoryHunt app
- Self-guided audio walking tour discovering the Life of HC Andersen
- Food and drinks
Meeting Location
H. C. Andersens Blvd. 21A
1553 Indre By, Denmark
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Nyhavn 67
1051 København, Denmark
The tour ends in Nyhavn, the canal with the colorful houses. Here you get tips to continue exploring the Copenhagen of HC Andersen.
What To Expect
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Church of Our Lady - Copenhagen Cathedral
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
The Round Tower
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nyhavn
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Copenhagen King's New Square
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Copenhagen City Hall
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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- All Fees and Taxes.
- Free access to the StoryHunt app.
- Self-guided audio walking tour discovering the Life of HC Andersen.
- Food and drinks.
The minimum age to participate is 8..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Life of H.C. Andersen - Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Life of H.C. Andersen – Half Day Self-Guided Audio Walking Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- All Fees and Taxes
- Free access to the StoryHunt app
- Self-guided audio walking tour discovering the Life of HC Andersen
- Food and drinks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
