11 Canal Cruises in Copenhagen to Book Before the Season Turns

1.Canal Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,115 reviews · from $26Our pick

Cruise Copenhagen’s harbor and canals for one hour with an English or Danish guide. You’ll pass Christiansborg and Amalienborg palaces, the Opera House, the Little Mermaid, the Royal Library, and the old Stock Exchange. Guides such as Peter, Tony, Ali, and Kristian have earned praise for lively storytelling. Boats may be open, so dress for the weather.

“we had a great trip with Kristian, and Captain Max, great banter, so friendly and very informative in a fun way! would recommend! 😊”

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2.Copenhagen Sightseeing Classic Canal Tour With Live Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,906 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $33

Cruise Copenhagen’s canals and harbor for one hour with a live guide, passing Amalienborg Palace, the Little Mermaid, Christianshavn, Our Saviour’s Church, the Opera House, and Slotsholmen. Choose a covered or outdoor seat, arrive at Ved Stranden 26, and bring warm layers for the wind. English and Danish guiding is available.

“I did this excursion as a solo female traveler. I really enjoyed myself!!! It was such a nice and fun canal ride (very similar to one in Amsterdam). Boat was very spacious, everyone could spread out and have a row or two between them and other passengers. Tour was very informative, and our guide was very knowledgeable. Was also relaxing being on the water. Great tour! Would highly recommend :)”

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3.Social Sailing – Copenhagen Canal Tour – Captain’s Favorite

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,610 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $105Top rated

Spend three hours aboard a covered boat with up to 12 people, sailing Copenhagen’s canals with an English-speaking captain. You’ll visit Trekroner Fort, see the future Lynetteholmen island, pass the navy command and Parliament, and enjoy a relaxed social setting with blankets and drinks available to buy.

“Enjoyable tour in a small group. Relaxing and educational way to see Copenhagen and meet people from all over the world.”

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4.Guided Canal Tour by Electric Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,341 reviews · from $41

Cruise Copenhagen’s old harbor and smaller canals from Ved Stranden in a quiet electric boat. A bilingual Danish-English captain such as Tony, Nina, or Kim guides the 65-minute trip with local stories, history, jokes, and time for questions. Small boats can reach places larger canal cruisers cannot, while heated seats help in cold weather.

“Fun way to see the city and get some history and facts. Guide was funny and knowledgeable”

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5.Walk & Canal Tour: Copenhagen Highlights + Changing of the Guards

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 580 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $77

This three-hour small-group tour links Tivoli, Christiansborg, the Black Diamond, Nyhavn, the Little Mermaid, Kastellet, and Amalienborg. Guides such as Michael, Maybritt, Mia, and Otto lead the walk in English, with a short electric harbor ferry ride when service allows. Morning departures can end with the full noon guard ceremony.

“Our guide, May Britt, made our experience so enjoyable. We covered a lot of ground in 3 hours and she was very informative. We ended up having coffee together which is a nice touch and we all hugged each other when we parted.”

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6.Old Canals and Hidden Gems Social Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 342 reviews · from $99

Join Hey Captain for a three-hour English-language cruise from Ofelia Plads. Your captain guides a small black RIB through old canals, Trekroner Fort, Lynetteholmen, Nordhavn, and Copenhagen Harbor. Expect conversation, city planning stories, Danish life, and drinks for purchase, with an informal stop ashore.

“We really enjoyed our trip. Our guide, Tis, was very friendly and knowledgeable. The activity was 2 hours and the time flew by. Would definitely recommend!”

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7.Classic Canal Tour & The Harbour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 276 reviews · from $39

Cruise Copenhagen’s central harbour and outer districts on a 105-minute covered boat tour from Ved Stranden. A live guide in English or Danish explains sights from Christiansborg and Amalienborg to Nordhavn, Reffen, and Trekroner Fort. Guides such as Peter mix clear facts with humor, while the covered roof keeps the tour running in rain.

“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...”

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8.1 or 2-Hour Canal Tour in Silent Electric Boats

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 88 reviews · from $30

Join up to eight other passengers for a quiet electric-boat cruise through Copenhagen Harbor. Your captain, possibly Selena or Andrew, guides you past Nyhavn, Amalienborg Palace, the Opera House, and other sights while you stay warm beneath a cover with blankets and heating pads. Choose a one or two-hour ride.

“Loved it! As we were a group of 9 we had the boat and guide all to ourselves. It was a very relaxing hour with great sights of the city. Would definitely book again!”

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9.Copenhagen Canal Boat Cruise and City, Nyhavn Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $281

Meet your private guide at City Hall for a walking tour through Copenhagen’s Old Town and Nyhavn, then board a one-hour canal boat with audio commentary in English, Danish, or German. The four-hour option adds the King’s Garden, Rosenborg Castle area, Frederik’s Church, and Amalienborg. Guides have included Caroline, Jane, and Chiara.

“Gaining insight into the history of Copenhagen and seeing parts of the city we would not have visited without tour guide”

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10.Copenhagen Old Town, Nyhavn, Canal Walking Tour & Christiana

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · from $219

Meet your private licensed guide at Hotel d’Angleterre and walk from King’s New Square to the Marble Church, Nyhavn, Christianshavn, and Christiania. Choose two hours for Nyhavn or three hours for the longer route with Our Savior’s Church. Expect local stories, Scandinavian culture, accessible routes, and practical dining tips.

“Great experience. Found great spots and places. Would go back anytime. Thank you.”

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11.Canal Boat Cruise & Old Town/Nyhavn Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4 reviews · 3 - 4 hours · from $274

Start opposite Copenhagen City Hall with a private guide, then walk through the Old Town and Nyhavn before taking a one-hour canal cruise. Choose three hours for the core sights, or four hours to add Rosenborg’s King’s Garden, Frederik’s Church, and Amalienborg Square. Walking commentary is available in English, German, or Danish.

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