The 14 Food Experiences in Denmark That Earn Their Price

1.The Copenhagen Culinary Experience Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 959 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $149Our pick

Walk central Copenhagen with a local guide such as Toby, Marie, or Peter while sampling Danish cheese, smørrebrød, pastry, candy, hot dogs, beer, cider, licorice, and chocolate. The route may include Torvehallerne, the Botanical Gardens, and historic food halls. Tastings make a full meal, but venues can change.

“Such a fun and intimate Copenhagen food tour! We loved tasting authentic local dishes with an incredible guide. It was so fun to learn the history about the city and enjoy great food. I would definitely recommend to others :)”

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2.Copenhagen Culinary Food Tour with 6+ Tastings of Danish Classics

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 541 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $130

Spend about three hours walking from Torvehallerne to City Hall Square while tasting smørrebrød, meatballs, roast pork, a Danish hot dog, cardamom pastry, kombucha, Carlsberg, and a secret dish. Guides such as Will, Sonia, and Sofia add local stories, though cold weather, limited seating, and a smoking-bar stop may affect the experience.

“Silkie was a great tour guide. She gave us a quick history lesson and offered her honest opinions on different questions. We would highly recommend this tour”

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3.Copenhagen’s oldest and original food tour (Est. 2011).

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 442 reviews · 4 hours · from $141

Start near Nørreport Station and Torvehallerne for a four-hour walk through Copenhagen’s food culture. You’ll try Arla Unika cheese, a fresh Danish pastry, smørrebrød, craft beer, an organic hot dog, licorice, handmade sweets, and Summerbird chocolate. Guides such as Simon, Marie, Peter, and Camilla add local history and practical food tips.

“Our guide Mino was incredible, so knowledgable about the history of the city. We loved the mix of places to eat and drink.”

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4.Copenhagen Food & Drink Private Tour: Scandinavia Delight Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 236 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $197

Walk Copenhagen’s center with a private English-speaking guide such as Magda, Karolina, Jeff, or Rozelle. Taste Danish hot dogs, fish cakes, roast pork, smørrebrød, pastry, beer, schnapps, elder juice, and coffee while learning about local life. Plan on about 2 to 3 miles of walking and enough food to replace a meal.

“Our guide (Magda) was superb! She was charming, personable, and very knowledgeable of the local culture and history. The foods were representative of the area -- and we had more than enough to eat!”

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5.Copenhagen Private Food Walking Tour with 6 or 10 Tastings

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 177 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $202

Walk Copenhagen with a private local guide such as Monica, Claudio, Fabrine, or Grazi, tasting Danish hotdogs, pastries, smørrebrød, chocolates, and other local favorites. The 2 to 3 hour tour mixes food with city sights, adapts to dietary needs, and works best early in your stay.

“Monica was so insightful and such a great guide. She was very accommodating and we got a good insight of Copenhagen as well as where to and what to eat. Highly recommend.”

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6.Scandinavian Delights Food & Drink Private Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 96 reviews · 3 hours · from $205

Walk central Copenhagen with a private English or Danish-speaking guide and taste Danish staples at five food stops. You’ll try an organic hot dog, flæskesteg, fish cakes, smørrebrød, beer, schnapps, elderflower juice, and a cinnamon roll with coffee. Vegetarian and allergy-friendly choices are available with advance notice.

“A very pleasant tour, and the guide, Karolina, was very informative and happy to discuss any topics relating to Danish history, culture and life in general”

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7.Copenhagen Modern Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $156

Spend four hours tasting modern Copenhagen with a guide such as Sandra or Therese. Start at Torvehallerne, stop for a sit-down meal in Kødbyen, then finish with lunch and more tastings in Carlsbergbyen. Expect Danish specialties, international flavors, drinks, neighborhood history, and a group capped at 10 people.

“I chose this tour specifically because it seemed the most unique to the other Copenhagen food tours (specifically.. you didn't stop for a hotdog lol). It was definitely interesting! We stopped at a variety of places, including a middle eastern restaurant that I gladly revisited later on my trip. Our guide was also an archeologist, which was really cool because she provided fascinating historical information on the tour as we discussed food. I would recommend!”

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8.Secret walking Food Tour Copenhagen

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 28 reviews · from $128

Spend three hours walking central Copenhagen with an English-speaking guide such as Will or Sonia, stopping for smørrebrød, meatballs, a Danish hot dog, Carlsberg, chocolate, pastry, and a secret dish. You will also hear about Viking Copenhagen, hygge, and local food customs in a group limited to 10.

“Excellent tour with Will. Great introduction to Copenhagen for our first time in the city. Loved the variety of delicious food we sampled. The markets were a particular highlight- we liked the meatballs so much we went back the next day. Will was a great guide, friendly and funny and would highly recommend 😁”

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9.The Foodie Tour of Copenhagen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $161

Start near Vesterport with guides such as Laura or Rikke, then walk through central Copenhagen for seven food stops, traditional smørrebrød, drinks, city history, Nyhavn, and the Opera House. The small group is capped at 15. Vegetarian guests can enjoy six of seven stops, but the tour is not suitable for vegans or people avoiding gluten.

“This was such a great food tour. It was small enough to be able to get to know other people. The food ranges from traditional to modern fare. Our guide, Rikke, was very friendly and gave GREAT tips. 10/10 would recommend.”

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10.Modern City Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 13 reviews · 4 hours · from $149

Walk Copenhagen with a local English-speaking guide such as Oscar or Sandra, sampling eight foods plus a full lunch. Expect Torvehallerne, traditional smørrebrød in a historic tavern, Danish pastries, and modern eateries shaped by Danish and Middle Eastern cooking. Groups are limited to 10.

“Oscar was a wonderful guide!! The walk was delightful, and the food was delicious. The level of information and history of Copenhagen incorporated into the tour was perfect!”

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11.The Nørrebro Street Art & Food Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 11 reviews · from $53Best value

Walk through Copenhagen’s Nørrebro with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Jagtvej 69, Bananna Park, Superkilen, Kösem, and local cafés. You’ll discuss street art, taste shawarma or falafel, and enjoy Coffee Collective coffee. The tour runs outdoors in most weather and suits curious walkers who want food and neighborhood life together.

“Really nice tour with delicious food and lots of interesting street art. There was lots of time for reflection and discussion, which made the tour more personal as well. The bun with cheese was especially good and a must try for all visitors in Copenhagen.”

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12.Copenhagen Walking Tour with Food Testing (smorrebrod dish & snap)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 10 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $89

Spend about two hours walking from Højbro Plads through Copenhagen’s center, Christiansborg, Nyhavn, Amalienborg, and Gefion Fountain. Your English-speaking guide, such as Viviane, Vasco, or Luis, finishes at Restaurant Vita with a traditional smørrebrød sandwich and a small snap tasting. The food is a finale, not the main focus.

“Wonderfuk tour with louis very knowlegabke and fun drspite iffy weather Great time! We saw so much and learned a lot of the history of the city!”

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13.Small Group Guided Food Tour and Street Art Visit to Norrebro

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews · from $63

Walk through Nørrebro with a small group of up to 12 people, stopping at Ungdomshuset, BaNanna Park, Superkilen, Kösem, and Hart Bakery. Taste a cheese-topped sourdough bun, award-winning shawarma or falafel, a soft drink, and Danish pastry while your guide explains the neighborhood’s art, food, and cultural past.

“This tour was a great combination of artistic wall paintings and tasty street food. The guide offered insights on the art, artists and history of the locations and the street art. A great way to spend time while visiting Copenhagen.”

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14.Evening Gourmet Walk with Food & Drinks Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $141

Start at Torvehallerne with cheese, mini-smørrebrød, barley risotto, chocolate, and other small bites. Then sit down for a fish main course with wine or juice before finishing with local craft beer near Nørreport Station. Guide Guxi is known for adding useful context about Danish food, culture, and city history.

“Marvellous. Food was amazing . Guxi was excellent and gave lots of information not only about food but also Danish culture.”

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