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- German
- English
- Danish
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
Meeting and pickup
The tour starts next to the HC Andersen statue next to the city hall. To start the tour, follow these steps: 1. Download the StoryHunt app from Google Play or App Store 2. Insert your Viator booking reference 3. Start the tour when you wish to – you can take it multiple times and it's yours forever
The tour ends in Nyhavn, the canal with the colorful houses. Here you get tips to continue exploring the Copenhagen of HC Andersen.
Itinerary
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1Church of Our Lady - Copenhagen Cathedral
HC Andersens burial services took place here. The cathedral, can be visited if open. No entry is required.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2The Round Tower
The Round Tower. Andersen spend time here at the library. No entry is required. Outside visit. But you have the option.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Nyhavn
The canal with the colorful houses. Andersen lived in 3 different addresses here at Nyhavn. No entry is required.
30 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4Copenhagen King's New Square
The beautiful central square of Copenhagen. Andersens hub for many years. Here you will have the opportunity to see Andersens room where he stayed in 1828. No entry is required.
10 minutes • Admission ticket free -
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Andersens statue. Andersen arrived here at the western gate in 1819. No entrance fees. Outside visits.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
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