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City exploration game
Magical Copenhagen: Little Mermaid
4.5Player rating
A DIFFERENT WAY TO SEE THE CITY
Play at your pace · usually 55 min 4.2 km Copenhagen App-guided
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The experience
About this quest
You have just arrived in Copenhagen to meet your grandmother for the first time. But she has not come to greet you.
Instead, a beautiful voice begins calling your name through the city streets, leading you from one enchanted location to the next.
This magical walking tour of Copenhagen weaves together Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid with real locations and old Norse legends, taking you from the Royal Danish Theatre and the colourful canal houses of Nyhavn to the Round Tower, Amalienborg Palace, and finally the Little Mermaid statue herself at the harbour.
Perfect for families, children, and anyone who wants to explore Copenhagen through fairy tale eyes, this quest tells an original story built around the city's most beloved landmarks.
Solve puzzles, meet enchanted creatures, and follow the trail of white pearls to a surprise ending.
One of the most charming things to do in Copenhagen with kids, and just as magical for grown-ups who have not forgotten how to wonder.
Is this for you?
Who it's for
From the Royal Danish Theater, this 4.2 km loop follows a voice to the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg, the Stork Fountain and the Agnete and the Mermen statue, mixing Andersen's tale with Norse legends. Families with children and Andersen fans get the statue as part of a story, not a quick photo. Pick another tour if you want a live guide or cannot walk 4 km in about an hour.
What makes this quest special
Highlights
Follow a mysterious voice through Copenhagen's most enchanted locations
Visit the Little Mermaid statue, Nyhavn, the Royal Danish Theatre, and Amalienborg Palace
Discover the fairy tale hidden inside the city's real streets and Norse legends
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From your phone to the streets
A walk that turns into an adventure.
- 1
Open the app. You’re on your way.
Choose your pass, then open your quest in the Questo app. It guides you from the starting point.
- 2
Get outside. Follow your curiosity.
Discover real places and their stories on foot. Stop for a coffee or a photo, then pick up where you left off.
- 3
Crack a clue. Share a little victory.
Look around for answers, solve puzzles and enjoy the “we got it!” moments.
CHOOSE YOUR PASS
How many are playing?
Get this questNo booking slot · play any dayFull refund until you start playing
BRING YOUR WHOLE GROUP
One city. Rival teams. Great stories together.
A school trip, a team day or friends out together. Turn your next outing into a little friendly competition.
Everyone for themselves
One player per phone. Solve clues on your own and race for the top spot on the final leaderboard.
Can a team share one phone?
Yes. Play together on one phone per team, or use your own phones and join the same team in the app. We recommend your own phones so everyone can take part.
Your walk, at a glance
Copenhagen
A · Start
Kongens Nytorv 1, 1055 Indre By, Denmark
B · Finish
Langelinie 19, 2100 København, Denmark
Start and finish only. Discover the stops as you play.
Along the way
Landmarks & Hidden Gems Included
WHAT MAKES A QUEST DIFFERENT
Your adventure, with a playful twist.
1 / 4
Experience
- This quest
- Discover places through stories and clues in the app
- Guided walking tour
- Hear stories and ask a guide questions
2 / 4
Pace
- This quest
- Pause for a photo, a café or a longer look
- Guided walking tour
- Usually follows the guide’s schedule
3 / 4
Company
- This quest
- Explore with your own people or on your own
- Guided walking tour
- Private and shared group tours are available
4 / 4
Guidance
- This quest
- Directions and challenges in the Questo app
- Guided walking tour
- Live interpretation from a guide
Features and terms vary by experience. Check the details before booking.
Good to know before you play
- Recommended activity for families
A little clarity before you go
Frequently asked questions
What Little Mermaid story does this Copenhagen walk tell?
You arrive in Copenhagen to meet your grandmother for the first time, but she does not come. Instead a voice calls your name and leads you through the city. The story weaves Hans Christian Andersen's The Little Mermaid together with old Norse legends and real places, including the Agnete and the Mermen statue and the House of Hans Christian Andersen.
Does the walk go to the Little Mermaid statue, and where does it start?
Yes, the Little Mermaid statue is one of the stops. The walk starts at the Royal Danish Theater and finishes back there, so you do not need to find your own way to the harbour. Other stops include Amalienborg, the Anglican Church, the Witch House and the Stork Fountain.
How long is the walk and how far will we go?
Plan on about an hour for a route of 4.2 km, which loops from the Royal Danish Theater and back. You start whenever you like and can pause and continue later, so it is easy to stop for a break or a snack along the way.
Is it a good choice for children?
It is recommended for families. The fairy tale gives children a reason to keep walking, and the puzzles are set in what you can see at each stop. No minimum age is stated, so think about whether your children can manage 4.2 km on foot.
Do we need to book a time, and can we play as a group?
There is no time slot to book and no guide to meet. You start on your phone whenever suits you, and one ticket covers your whole group up to the number of devices stated. The walk is outdoors, so dress for the weather.
Who is this great for?
Perfect if you love fairytales, want a whimsical date, or want a walk that feels like stepping into a storybook. Also awesome for families with older kids who enjoy myths + exploring.
What’s this quest all about?
You play as a kid who doesn’t believe in fairytales — until you get to Copenhagen to visit your grandma and hear a strange voice guiding you. Along the way, you meet enchanted creatures from Andersen’s stories and Norse legends, and you follow clues to magical spots like Amalienborg, the Little Mermaid statue, and hidden corners sprinkled through the city.
What magical / scenic spots will we pass?
You’ll see places like the Royal Danish Theater, Amalienborg Palace, Christian Andersen’s house, The Little Mermaid statue, plus statues like Agnete and the Mermen, fountains, and charming corners you’d normally walk past.
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The real monument behind Copenhagen’s famous mermaid story
Copenhagen’s Little Mermaid sculpture was unveiled in 1913, inspired by Hans Christian Andersen’s 1837 fairytale. It sits at Langelinie beside the harbour and has become a durable symbol of the city. The quest’s magic is fictional; the literary source and the waterfront landmark are real. Playable languages: German, English, French, Dutch, Spanish.
