Copenhagen has become one of the great beer cities of Europe, with microbreweries, taprooms and traditional pubs side by side, and this walk is a lively way to meet them. The Politically Incorrect Beer Walk is a guided evening-style tour of the city pubs and bars, built around Danish beer and the unvarnished stories that come with it: how Danes drink, what they argue about, how the craft beer boom began and why Carlsberg and the small breweries each have a place in the national story. The tone is irreverent, as the name suggests, so it suits adults who enjoy a frank, humorous guide and are not easily offended. It has built up a large number of reviews at a very high rating, which says that the formula works. The group walks between venues, so you see parts of the city that day visitors rarely reach, and the guide knows the staff, which helps with seating and recommendations. Beers and the number of stops are set by the operator, so check the details when you book, including whether drinks are included in the ticket or paid for as you go. Minimum drinking age rules apply, and the tour is not intended for children. Pace yourself, eat something beforehand, and leave the rest of the evening free, because most people want to carry on afterwards.
Danish beer culture is older and deeper than the craft revolution suggests. Carlsberg has been brewing since 1847, and its founder introduced scientific methods that changed brewing worldwide, but the last two decades have added a wave of small breweries and bars that experiment with styles from sours to stouts. A guided walk lets you taste the range and understand the context. You are likely to hear about bars, breweries and neighbourhoods that are not in guidebooks, and the guide can tailor suggestions to what you like.
Practical points
Confirm the meeting point, start time and group size on your ticket, wear comfortable shoes and bring a layer, because part of the route is outdoors. Eat before you go, drink water between beers and keep an eye on your pace. The tour is for adults, and you should carry ID. If you do not drink alcohol, check with the operator before booking, as the experience is built around beer.
Who it suits
Friends, couples and solo travellers who like beer, humour and local stories, and first-time visitors who want to meet people and see the city after dark. If you would prefer a tour that includes food, look at the Vesterbro beer and pub tour or the food tours elsewhere in this guide, and if you want to see how beer is made, the Home of Carlsberg is the natural companion.
What to expect
The experience
A guided walk between Copenhagen pubs and bars, built around Danish beer and candid local stories, for adults.
Best time
An evening, when the pubs are lively; eat something beforehand.
How long
Check when you book.
Tips
Bring ID, wear comfortable shoes and pace yourself. Check whether drinks are included when you book.
Quick picks
- Best for
- Beer lovers and sociable travellers who like a humorous, frank guide.
- Families
- Not suitable for children; it is an adult drinking tour.
- Couples
- A lively, social evening if you both enjoy beer.
- Pair with
- Home of Carlsberg by day, and dinner afterwards.
- Time needed
- An evening; check the duration when you book.
Good questions
What is the tour like?+
A guided walk between pubs and bars with Danish beer and irreverent stories, so it suits adults who enjoy a frank, humorous guide.
Are drinks included?+
Check exactly what the ticket covers when you book.
Is it suitable for children?+
No, it is intended for adults.
Do I need to eat beforehand?+
Yes, eat something before you go and drink water between beers.
Where does it meet?+
The meeting point and timing are shown on your ticket when you book.
