Description
Jewish Quarter and Danish Jewish Museum Tour
Type:
Private Tour
4.8
/5
(792 reviews)
3 hours
Copenhagen
Start from:
Copenhagen
End at:
Copenhagen
Type tour:
Private Tour
Age range:
All ages
Languages:
English, Spanish, Italian
Highlight
Architectural Heritage: Explore the historic Jewish Quarter and admire the distinct, Moorish-revival exterior of the Great Synagogue.
Museum Deep Dive: Gain immediate skip-the-line access to the renowned Danish Jewish Museum for a focused, guided visit through its unique collection.
Bespoke Insights: Understand the unique moral courage of the Danish population that sets this chapter of European Jewish history apart.
About tour
This private 3-hour walking tour is an in-depth exploration of the unique and often hopeful history of the Jewish community in Copenhagen. While the Jewish experience across Europe has been turbulent, Denmark stands out for its extraordinary unity during World War II.
Led by your expert guide, you will walk through the Old Town, tracing the historic Jewish Quarter, the area around the Great Synagogue, and past key landmarks associated with the 1943 rescue—a defining moment of national resistance. The tour culminates with skip-the-line admission and a focused visit to the Danish Jewish Museum, allowing you to seamlessly connect the stories from the street with the artifacts and architecture inside. This is a respectful, intimate journey designed for a deep, personalized understanding of the community's heritage and the remarkable chapter known as The Golden Escape.
Itinerary
Walk through the Old Town, focusing on the history of Jewish migration, the community's integration, and the specific neighborhoods and canal areas crucial to the 1943 escape to neutral Sweden. Includes the exterior of the Great Synagogue and nearby historical landmarks (Nyhavn area, University spots).Walk to the Museum location near Christiansborg Palace. This time allows for a brief pause or a quick comfort break before the indoor portion of the tour.
Danish Jewish MuseumCurated Visit (Ticket Included): Enter the museum with your skip-the-line ticket. Your private guide will lead a focused exploration of the architecture and exhibits, highlighting artifacts and narratives related to WWII and Danish cultural integration.
Final Q&A session and personalized recommendations for kosher restaurants, shops, and further exploration of Jewish Copenhagen. The tour concludes near the museum.
Included
Tour already included
Private Expert Guide for the entire 3-hour duration.
Skip-the-Line Entry/Admission to the Danish Jewish Museum (Tickets are fully covered in the price).
A focused, guided walking tour through the historic Jewish Quarter and Old Town landmarks.
Personalized recommendations for the best of Jewish Copenhagen, including tips on shops and kosher dining.
Tour not included
Entry to the Great Synagogue (due to security requirements, access is not permitted on this tour).
Any costs for food, beverages, or personal shopping (unless a coffee/pastry break is specifically negotiated and included in the price).
Public transportation tickets (this is a walking tour).
Gratuities or tips for your private guide.
Customer Support
We have a professional customer support team and always accompany you on every trip.
Customer reviews
4.8
/5
(792 reviews)
Martin Thomsen was very knowledgeable and witty and made the tour a lot of fun. He could answer most if not all our questions regarding Copenhagen, irregardless if they were related to the tour.
Marie
/
New York
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