The Street Art Tour Copenhagen takes you to the Meatpacking District (Kødbyen), one of the city’s most creative areas. Once an industrial slaughterhouse district, it has transformed into a hub for urban art, food, and nightlife. The walls of the old factories and warehouses are now covered with murals by international and local artists, making it a unique blend of history and street art.
📋 Tour Details
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Starting Point: Dybbølsbro
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Duration: 2 hours
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Length: Around 4 kilometers
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Highlights: Murals and street art on the historic white, grey, and brown buildings of the district
👩🎨 Artists on the Street Art Tour Copenhagen
During the Street Art Tour Copenhagen, you’ll see works by:
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DALeast: Known for large-scale murals with dynamic, sculptural lines often forming animals.
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ROA: The Belgian artist famous for his black-and-white animal murals – one of his works is located here.
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Conor Harrington: His murals mix classical painting with modern urban themes, including a historical battle scene in Kødbyen.
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Søren Solkær – "Black Sun": A tribute to Denmark, depicting mesmerizing starling formations in flight.
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HuskMitNavn: A Danish artist recognized for his playful, cartoon-like murals blending street art with illustration.
... and many more.
📸 Photo Spots
The Street Art Tour Copenhagen offers plenty of great locations for capturing urban art:
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Flæsketorvet: The heart of the Meatpacking District, surrounded by street art and old industrial buildings.
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V1 Gallery & Galleri Bo Bjerggaard: Exterior walls featuring rotating street art pieces.
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Industrial Architecture: The preserved 1930s buildings provide a striking contrast to modern urban art.
☕️ Food Stops during the Street Art Tour Copenhagen
Take a break at one of Kødbyen’s unique restaurants and cafés:
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Fiskebaren: Fresh seafood in a modern setting.
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Paté Paté: Mediterranean cuisine and an extensive wine selection in a former slaughterhouse.
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Warpigs Brewpub: Classic American BBQ paired with house-brewed craft beer – a local favorite.
Why Choose the Street Art Tour Copenhagen?
The Street Art Tour Copenhagen takes you through a district that has evolved from an industrial zone into a vibrant creative hub. You’ll discover murals, graffiti, and large-scale art pieces that turn Kødbyen into an open-air gallery. Whether you love street art, photography, or urban culture, this tour will give you a new perspective on Copenhagen.
Book your Street Art Tour Copenhagen now and explore the urban art of the Meatpacking District!
