Copenhagen Neighbourhoods Private Tour: Vesterbro & Christianshavn

If you are looking for a truly local experience in Copenhagen, join your favorite local, and explore an alternative side of the city by visiting two creative and colorful neighborhoods. On this private tour, you will discover the trendy Vesterbro district and skip across the city’s gorgeous canals to one of the world’s largest anarchist communes.
Did you know that Vesterbro contains the largest red-light district in Scandinavia? Wander down Istedgade and learn the captivating history of gangs and sex workers along this street. Your local host will give you incredible insight into the current sex work and drug policies and how locals are helping combat these issues.
See the striking contrast further into Vesterbro and witness its vibrant character on full display along Viktoriagade. This bustling section features lots of trendy bars, restaurants, and shops. Time for a magical ride along the waterways! Climb onto the harbor bus and venture to your next destination, Christianshavn.

Itinerary
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Stop At: Absalon Hotel, Helgolandsgade 15, 1653 København, Denmark

Get a glimpse into the formation of Copenhagen’s red-light district and the gangs that began operating on this street in the 1960s

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Det Ny Teater, Gammel Kongevej 29, Copenhagen 1610 Denmark

Pass by while wandering the vibrant Viktoriagade and explore a gentrified section of Vesterbro full of an eclectic array of bars and restaurants

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Skydebanehaven, Absalonsgade 12, Copenhagen 1658 Denmark

See how local NGOs are combating drug addiction and helping sex workers in an innovative way. What would you think about it?

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Saxopark, Saxogade 17, 1662 København, Denmark

Learn about the businesses of Settlement and their efforts to provide social support for marginalized groups of people in Cafe nearby

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Forsøgsstationen, Sønder Blvd. 81, 1720 København, Denmark

Take a break at a restaurant nearby and community center which hosts dance classes provides live music and serves affordable meals

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Bryggebroen, Havneholmen 33/29, Copenhagen 1561 Denmark

Head over to the Bryggebroen bridge and enjoy a relaxing cruise through the waterways of the city

Duration: 40 minutes

Stop At: Philip de Langes Palæ, Strandgade 25, 1401 København, Denmark

Walk past this landmark and down one of the major roads of Christianshavn and learn about the local Inuit community

Duration: 20 minutes

Stop At: Christiania, Prinsesseg. and Badsmandsstr., Copenhagen Denmark

Gain insight into the founding of the anarchist commune and marvel at the Vor Frelsers Kirke overlooking the neighborhood. Receive a map and instructions on navigating Christiania. Your local host will give you directions for some post-tour eating options after you are done exploring the commune

Duration: 40 minutes