Explore Copenhagen’s Jewish history with a guided tour. Visit the Great Synagogue, learn WWII rescue stories, and enjoy the Danish Jewish Museum.
Explore Copenhagen’s Jewish history with a guided tour. Visit the Great Synagogue, learn WWII rescue stories, and enjoy the Danish Jewish Museum.
- Hotel D’Angleterre - Meet the guide in front of Hotel d’Angleterre, located at Kongens Nytorv 34, 1050 København, Denmark. Please refrain from entering the hotel, as it serves solely as a meeting point and the staff is not briefed about the tour.
- Nyhavn - The meeting point is at the King’s New Square near the Nyhavn harbor, which features the…
- Hotel D’Angleterre - Meet the guide in front of Hotel d’Angleterre, located at Kongens Nytorv 34, 1050 København, Denmark. Please refrain from entering the hotel, as it serves solely as a meeting point and the staff is not briefed about the tour.
- Nyhavn - The meeting point is at the King’s New Square near the Nyhavn harbor, which features the Memorial Anchor dedicated to WWII sailors. This is where the story begins with the dramatic rescue of Danish citizens from deportation to Nazi concentration camps. The journey then takes a step back to 1662 when King Christian IV invited Jewish people to the city, highlighting their contributions to science and art.
- Rundetarn - The tour will pass by the Danish Collection, established by C.H. David, who was of Jewish descent, and the iconic Round Tower, home to the oldest still-functioning observatory in Europe.
- Københavns Synagoge - A key highlight is the Great Synagogue, the heart of the local Jewish community. The tour also includes views of Copenhagen University and Cathedral, along with some hidden treasures along the route.
- Danish Jewish Museum - Enjoy a Jewish tour of Copenhagen with a visit to the Danish Jewish Museum! Skip the line at the ticket office and spend more time exploring the museum’s exhibitions. The Jewish Museum in Copenhagen is the perfect place to learn about the concept of Mitzvah and other Jewish rituals and traditions. Part of the collection showcases the modern history of Jewish people in Denmark.

- 5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in selected language
- Tips on Jewish Copenhagen, kosher restaurants and shops
- Private walking tour with Jewish history and culture insights
- Jewish History Tour of Copenhagen’s Old Town and Danish Jewish Museum
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Danish Jewish Museum (3-hour tour only)
- Number of attractions depends on selected option
- 5-Star Licensed Guide fluent in selected language
- Tips on Jewish Copenhagen, kosher restaurants and shops
- Private walking tour with Jewish history and culture insights
- Jewish History Tour of Copenhagen’s Old Town and Danish Jewish Museum
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Danish Jewish Museum (3-hour tour only)
- Number of attractions depends on selected option
- Entry to the Great Synagogue
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Danish Jewish Museum (in 2-hour tour)
- Entry to the Great Synagogue
- Skip-the-line tickets to the Danish Jewish Museum (in 2-hour tour)
Embark on a private walking tour through Copenhagen’s Old Town to explore 400 years of Danish Jewish history. From King Christian IV’s 1662 invitation to the community’s modern contributions in art and science, uncover a legacy of resilience and integration.
Tour Options:
2-Hour Tour: Begin at King’s New Square to hear the inspiring story of the WWII…
Embark on a private walking tour through Copenhagen’s Old Town to explore 400 years of Danish Jewish history. From King Christian IV’s 1662 invitation to the community’s modern contributions in art and science, uncover a legacy of resilience and integration.
Tour Options:
2-Hour Tour: Begin at King’s New Square to hear the inspiring story of the WWII rescue of Danish Jews from Nazi deportation. Key sites include the David Collection, the historic Round Tower, and the Great Synagogue—the heart of the local community and a place of modern remembrance following the 2015 attacks.
3-Hour Tour: Enhance your visit with skip-the-line access to the Danish Jewish Museum. Gain deeper insights into Jewish rituals, the concept of Mitzvah, and the contemporary lives of Jewish people in Denmark today.
Experience a journey through time, tragedy, and triumph in one of Europe’s most storied capitals.
- Check your email the day before the tour for important information.
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option. The Danish Jewish Museum tickets are not included in a 2-hour tour.
- Entry to the Great Synagogue is not included in this tour.
- WIth skip-the-line tickets to the Danish Jewish Museum you will have a reserved time slot to enter but you may have to wait for ticket validation and security checks. Admission is for the main exhibition.
- For the best experience, we will limit your group size to 23 guests per guide, so that everyone can get personal attention, ask questions and hear commentary clearly. We can arrange additional guides for larger groups.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.