Odense tours

Things to do in Odense

Odense pulses with the magic of storytelling, the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen beckons with tales old and new. Imagine wandering through its quaint streets with your local guide, exploring the rich tapestry of Odense tours. From the enchanting Fairy Tale Garden to the lively atmosphere of the city’s markets, a private walking tour reveals the soul of this charming city. Dive into a food and wine tour, savouring the flavours that define Danish cuisine. With your guide, you skip the line to experience the warmth and wonder of Odense, uncovering stories that make a visit here feel like stepping into a storybook. If you’re looking for more inspiration, take a look at our curated list of things to do in Odense. Explore Odense your way At ToursByLocals, we believe that how you explore is just as important as where you go. That’s why every Odense tour is private, flexible, and built around you: Move at your own pace, skip the crowds, make connections and follow your curiosity. Find local guides offering private tours in Odense for every interest, including: Museums tours: Explore the H.C. Andersen House and his nearby childhood home, then step into the Danish Railway Museum to see classic locomotives. Round things out at Møntergården or the Funen Village open-air museum for a look at life on Funen. Art and Culture tours: Wander Brandts Klædefabrik for galleries and street art, with time at Brandts Museum of Art & Visual Culture. Your guide can arrange a paper-cutting workshop inspired by Andersen or seats at Odense Teater, and maybe a live show at Posten. Architecture tours: Compare the light-filled Kengo Kuma design of the H.C. Andersen House with Gothic details at St. Knud’s Cathedral and the neo-Gothic city hall. Continue to the Odeon concert hall and the redeveloped Thomas B. Thriges area to see how old industrial buildings were reimagined. Odense’s centre is flat and walkable, with bike lanes plus a modern tram and local buses. If you want to cover more ground or include suburban stops like the Funen Village with minimal walking, ask your guide about chauffeured tours or tours with private transportation. This isn’t a one-size-fits-all itinerary, you can tailor your private tour to match your interests, pace and personality with a local who knows Odense inside and out. Walking tours & neighbourhoods Explore Odense on a private walking tour and delve into its delightful neighborhoods with a local guide. There's no better way to truly understand the city's essence. - City Center: With its blend of history and modernity, this area is perfect for cultural tourists looking to explore landmarks related to Hans Christian Andersen. - Brandts Quarter: Art lovers and those seeking cultural connections will enjoy the galleries, museums, and lively atmosphere in this vibrant district. - Munke Mose: Ideal for families and nature lovers, this park area offers beautiful green spaces and activities along the river, perfect for enjoying a day out together. Day trip ideas from Odense Base yourself in Odense, then branch out across Funen for coastal towns, green hills, and small-city culture that work well as day trips with simple travel. - Kerteminde: A classic harbour town with narrow lanes, half-timbered houses, and a sandy beach that is easy to reach from the centre. Taste fresh fish, explore the old quarter, and add a short stop near Ladby for Viking heritage. Your tour can lean food-forward or keep it light with seaside walks. - Svendborg and Troense: Head south for maritime history and island views across the South Funen Archipelago. Wander the waterfront, check wooden ships at the harbour, and stroll Troense’s pretty streets. If you like the sea, a short ferry hop adds big horizons without a long schedule. - Faaborg and Svanninge Bakker: Colourful town streets meet rolling “Funen Alps” just outside the centre. Climb viewpoints, walk easy hill trails, and pop back into town for the bell tower and harbour. This pairs well with nature-focused tours that still leave time for a bakery stop. - Nyborg: Walk medieval streets and ramparts, then switch to the Great Belt shoreline for wind, waves, and bridge views. It is a good pick if you enjoy simple history, open spaces, and a relaxed pace without long transfers. - Middelfart and Hindsgavl Peninsula: Trace coastal paths, look for porpoises from shore points, and wander the deer park on the Hindsgavl peninsula. The old town adds cafés and brick lanes, making it easy to blend nature time with a short urban stroll. A private tour with a local guide is the best way to really get to know a place. Skip the crowds, follow your interests, and see a side of Odense most travellers miss.