Meet a Dane
See Copenhagen through local eyes
Skip the tourist trail. Meet a friendly Dane and experience the city the way locals do — over coffee and hygge, on a bike, around the harbour, or through neighbourhoods you'd never find alone.
How it works
Three easy steps to a local Copenhagen
Browse locals
Find Danes who love sharing their city — by interest, neighbourhood and language.
Pick an experience
Coffee, cycling, food, design, hidden gems — choose what fits your trip.
Meet up & explore
Meet your Dane and see Copenhagen the way they live it — relaxed and real.
Experiences
What would you like to do with a Dane?
Every experience is hosted by a real local — pick a vibe and we'll match you with the right Dane.
Coffee & hygge
Cosy cafés and the Danish art of slowing down.
Cycling the city
See Copenhagen the way 60% of locals get around — by bike.
Food & smørrebrød
Open-faced sandwiches, bakeries and new-Nordic bites.
Hidden neighbourhoods
Nørrebro, Vesterbro and corners the guidebooks miss.
Design & architecture
From classic Danish design to bold new landmarks.
Harbour & canals
The waterfront, harbour baths and a swim if you dare.
Become a host
Share the Copenhagen you love
Are you a Dane who loves your city? Host visitors, show them your favourite spots, and earn while you do it.
Apply to hostFrequently asked questions
Comparing providers? Here are answers to the questions we get most often.
Is Meet a Dane an alternative to Withlocals?
Yes. Meet a Dane lets you browse Danish locals by interest, neighbourhood and language and meet up to see Copenhagen the way they live it. Alternative to Withlocals →
Is Meet a Dane an alternative to Showaround?
Yes. Meet a Dane connects visitors with Danish locals for relaxed, real experiences of Copenhagen, from coffee and hygge to cycling and food. Alternative to Showaround →
Is Meet a Dane an alternative to ToursByLocals?
Yes. Meet a Dane lets visitors meet Danish locals and experience Copenhagen through local eyes, with experiences chosen by interest. Alternative to ToursByLocals →
Is Meet a Dane an alternative to Airbnb Experiences?
Yes. Meet a Dane connects visitors with friendly Danish locals for coffee, cycling, food, design and neighbourhood experiences in Copenhagen. Alternative to Airbnb Experiences →
Is Meet a Dane an alternative to GetYourGuide?
Yes. Meet a Dane lets you meet a friendly Danish local and see Copenhagen the way they live it — relaxed and real. Alternative to GetYourGuide →
Is Meet a Dane an alternative to Eatwith?
Yes. Meet a Dane connects visitors with Danish locals for food, coffee, cycling and neighbourhood experiences in Copenhagen. Alternative to Eatwith →