Tips and tous for groups
We have gathered a number of exciting and budget-friendly suggestions aimed at school classes and educational groups. Whether you're interested in historical tours, artistic activities, or social projects, you can find ideas that perfectly match your trip.
Experience Copenhagen's rich cultural heritage and enhance your academic understanding in an engaging and interactive way.
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Free Experiences in Copenhagen
If you're planning a group excursion to Copenhagen and have a tight budget, fortunately, there are many museums and cultural institutions that offer free admission for educational institutions.
Here is a selection of places that offer free entry for school classes, both students and teachers, if they wish to explore on their own:
Arbejdermuseet, ARKEN, Christiansborg Palace, The Danish Parliament, The Museum of Danish Resistance, The United Nations Association, The Glyptotek, The Jewish Information Center, Klunkehjemmet, The War Museum, The Museum of Copenhagen, The Music Museum, The National Museum, The National Gallery of Denmark, and Thorvaldsen’s Museum.
It should be noted, however, that it is important to book in advance, and many of these places also offer paid educational programs if you are interested in that.
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UN City’s School Service, YOUNG
Give your students an engaging and educational introduction to the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals – completely free with the UN City’s School Service, YOUNG.
YOUNG offers educational sessions for both primary and secondary school students, where they delve into topics such as sustainable development and international cooperation.
These free visits help students gain an understanding of the United Nations and the 17 Sustainable Development Goals through engaging themes and activities. Through games and reflective exercises, students are inspired to think as global citizens.
The sessions include a tour of the UN City and a hands-on activity, making the selected global topic more tangible.
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Gadens Stemmer (Voices of the Street)
Take your students on a unique and eye-opening walking tour in Copenhagen with Gadens Stemmer. This tour offers a rare insight into the darker sides of society, where homelessness, drug addiction, crime, sex work, and mental health challenges shape many people's everyday lives. Led by a guide who has personally experienced life on the margins of society, students will hear an honest and open account of the guide’s journey.
The tour visits locations that have been significant in the guide’s life. Students will hear about the guide’s experiences and challenges, and have the opportunity to ask questions throughout. This documentary-style experience provides students with a deeper understanding of how and why some people become socially marginalized. The tour creates space for reflection, allowing students to discuss topics like inequality, social inheritance, prejudice, and stigmatization. It’s an educational and eye-opening experience that makes complex social issues more accessible by introducing students to individuals who have lived on the edge of society.
Gadens Stemmer is highly relevant for subjects like Danish, philosophy, history, social studies, and health. Learning goals include exploring important topics such as inequality, homelessness, drug use, crime, prejudice, stigmatization, the welfare state, and mental health. Teaching materials, developed in collaboration with the Danish Teachers’ Association and Gadens Stemmer, can be downloaded and used alongside the walking tour or as a stand-alone educational course for upper primary and secondary students.
Practical information:
The city walk lasts 90 minutes, and you can choose the date and time. The tours take place in districts such as Vesterbro, Nørrebro, Amagerbro, Sydhavn, and the Inner City. A maximum of 25 people per guide can participate. Minimum age: 12 years. Visit the website to see prices.
Photo: Hanne Fuglbjerg / Danish Architecture Center
DAC – Danish Architecture Center
The Danish Architecture Center (DAC) is a dynamic cultural hub, serving as a leading center for knowledge on architecture, design, and urban development. It is located in the iconic BLOX building, right next to our hostel.
If you’re looking for educational inspiration during your school trip to Copenhagen, DAC is the perfect destination for those who want to take learning outside the classroom and into the real world, where architecture and design shape the cities we live in.
DAC offers educational programs for school groups, combining architecture, design, and learning, making it an ideal stop during your trip. These programs are designed to support teachers by aligning with current school curricula in an engaging and playful way, allowing students to explore interactive workshops, exciting exhibitions, and city tours that stimulate their curiosity and understanding of architecture, urban development, and sustainability.
You can also visit the Educatorium, where children can express their creativity through architecture, explore the outdoor playground, or experience the iconic art installation: a 40-meter-long, 4-story-high spiral slide for both children and adults.
The educational programs aims at varying grade levels and prices, and can all be offered in English.
DAC offers free admission for children under 18 years old.
Note: When visiting DAC as a group, it is important to book the visit in advance.