Denmark · CANAL & HARBOUR CRUISES
The first hour of most Copenhagen trips is spent on the water, and the boats differ more than the brochures admit. These 13 compare the guided classics, the electric boats and the harbour loops on price, shelter and how close they get to the good bridges.
See Copenhagen from its canals in one hour, passing the Little Mermaid, royal palaces, Parliament, and grand waterfront architecture.
“Really enjoyed, was great to do first thing after we landed so we could gather our bearings round the city”
See Copenhagen from the water on a lively one-hour canal cruise past royal palaces, Christianshavn, the Little Mermaid, and more.
“Great excursion lets you see all of the city and the best places to see landmarks ect. Drivers are very friendly and knowledgeable”
Sail Copenhagen in a small boat, visit Trekroner Fort, and hear local stories from a captain who shapes the route around your interests.
“Matthias was a great tour guide. Helped me on and off the boat even. Would definitely book with these people again.”
Glide through Copenhagen’s canals on a quiet electric boat, with local stories, heated seats, and a small-group feel from Ved Stranden.
“Smaller boat was wonderful to allow for questions and chatting amongst the guide and passengers. Nina was VERY information and personable. Definitely worth the extra cost for a more personal touch!”
Walk Copenhagen’s top sights, ride the electric harbor ferry, visit The Little Mermaid, and finish with the Changing of the Guards at Amalienborg.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. This tour was on our first day in Copenhagen and gave us a good orientation. We saw the changing of the guards up fairly close. Fun walking tour.”
See Copenhagen from old canals, Trekroner Fortress, Nordhavn, and future Lynetteholmen on a friendly three-hour social boat tour.
“The activity was great but we personally would have been happier with at least a half roof as it was too sunny for us. Fred the Captain was very knowledgeable & informative & kept the group lively. It was well worth the views of this city from the water! Keep it up always.”
See Copenhagen from the water on a 105-minute live-guided canal tour covering palaces, harbour districts, Nordhavn, Sydhavnen, and more.
“It was great and the guide had a really good and understandable accent. However the roof isn't helping in watching views on the other side of the ship...”
Cruise Copenhagen’s canals in a heated silent electric boat for up to nine people, with Nyhavn, Amalienborg, and harbor views.
“it was a pleasant boat ride, we were 8 passangers plus Andrew the guide who offered us a lot of information about all the places we passed.”
See Copenhagen on foot and by canal, from City Hall Square to Nyhavn, palaces, bridges, and the Little Mermaid in a private three-hour tour.
“Mycket uppskattad rundtur av alla oss på SvalövsBostäder, Alia är en mycket trevlig och duktig guide.”
Review of Copenhagen’s private Old Town walk and canal cruise, with Nyhavn, Amalienborg, the Little Mermaid, pricing, timing, and booking advice.
“We had a very nice and knowledgeable guide. Copenhagen is beautiful. The highlight was the canal boat ride.”
Walk Copenhagen’s historic center with a private guide, then cruise Nyhavn’s canals past Christiansborg, the Opera House, and the Little Mermaid.
“We have taken many tours over the years and this was one of the best. The communication confirming our tour time and pick up location the day before by the company and then by the tour guide was remarkable and reassuring. Our tour guide, Rob, was prompt and had excellent English and was a professional guide who knew his history of Copenhagen and could answer any question. Rob's enthusiasm and pride in his city was evident and contagious as he led us through the city telling us stories of the building and destruction throughout the ages. I don't think there was a building we passed that Rob didn't know some…”
Walk Nyhavn, the Marble Church, Christianshavn and Christiania with a private local guide on this flexible Copenhagen tour.
“Great experience. Found great spots and places. Would go back anytime. Thank you.”
See Copenhagen on foot and by canal, with a private guide, Nyhavn, Old Town, royal sights, and a one-hour audio cruise.
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