Castle Island’s Royal History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Slotsholmen

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90 to 120 minutes (approx.)

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Overview

Are you looking for a way to see Slotsholmen, Copenhagen's Castle Island without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Find out how the original fortress evolved over the centuries into a series of castles and, later, spectacular palaces
• Hear from producer James Cowan, a Welsh tour guide who moved to Copenhagen in 2019
• Do it all in 90 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. The app has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

Tour app for Android and iOS
Lifetime access to this tour in English
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata

Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink

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Meeting Location

Meeting point

Højbro Plads
1200 København, Denmark

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

End point

Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads
København, Denmark

This self-guided audio tours ends at Bertel Thorvaldsens Plads.

What To Expect

Slotsholmen (Pass By)

Slotsholmen, the island in Copenhagen’s harbor, has been a power base for nearly 900 years, for Copenhagen’s founder, Denmark’s kings, and today’s Danish parliament, housed in the beautiful Christiansborg Palace. This walking tour starts at the very spot where Copenhagen’s story began in the 1100s, Højbro Plads, before crossing over to ‘the Castle Island’, as Slotsholmen is known.

Bishop Absalon (Pass By)

Highlights you can look forward to on this tour include seeing the statue of Copenhagen’s founder, Bishop Absalon.

Christiansborg Palace (Pass By)

Highlights you can look forward to on this tour include spotting the Christiansborg Palace balcony, from which new monarchs are proclaimed to the people.

Copenhagen Stock Exchange (Pass By)

In Slotsholmen, there are centuries worth of fascinating tales to listen to and several historical buildings. You'll see some of them including the Copenhagen Stock Exchange.

Garden of the Royal Library (Pass By)

Highlights you can look forward to on this tour include discovering the peaceful tranquility of the Royal Library Garden, one of the city’s best kept secrets with an unlikely history.

Danish Jewish Museum (Pass By)

In Slotsholmen, there are centuries worth of fascinating tales to listen to and several historical buildings. You'll see some of them including the Danish Jewish Museum.

The War Museum (Pass By)

In Slotsholmen, there are centuries worth of fascinating tales to listen to and several historical buildings. You'll see some of them including the Danish War Museum.

Black Diamond (Pass By)

Highlights you can look forward to on this tour include hearing about the Royal Library and its bold modern extension, the Black Diamond.

Christian IV's Brewhouse (Pass By)

You’ll also hear about Denmark’s rulers, including Christian IV, the larger-than-life “builder king” who created beautiful buildings but bankrupted the country.

Marmorbroen (Pass By)

You'll pass over the Marble Bridge and hear more about the city's history.

Equestrian statue of Christian IX (Pass By)

You’ll also hear about Denmark’s rulers, including Christian IX as you gaze up at his statue.

Thorvaldsen's Museum (Pass By)

The tour ends in front of Thorvaldsen Museum, dedicated to Bertel Thorvaldsen who inspired kings and nobles.

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Additional Info

Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Castle Island’s Royal History: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Slotsholmen?

A: This tour 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. Read more Apr 2025