Copenhagen · NYHAVN CANAL CRUISES & HARBOUR BOATS
17 reviewed
Half of Copenhagen faces the water, and you only see that half properly from a boat. These are the best canal cruises and harbour tours: which set off from Nyhavn and which from Ved Stranden, which run a live guide versus recorded commentary, how long each loop takes and what a seat costs. A calm hour that reorders the whole map in your head.
A 1-hour guided canal cruise in Copenhagen past the Little Mermaid, royal palaces, and Christiansborg, with WiFi and rain ponchos.
“an amazing tour of Copenhagen from another perspective. the guide was very informative, interesting and funny.”
Hop-on Copenhagen bus with 24/48-hour ticket plus an optional Nyhavn canal boat. 10-language audio, Wi‑Fi, and 22 stops.
“This bus was super convenient to use, and a great way to get oriented on a first day. Copenhagen is a large city and a good walking city, but it still helps to use this as a way to go long distances in between tourist destinations.”
One-hour Copenhagen classic canal cruise with a live guide, gliding past Amalienborg, the Little Mermaid, Christianshavn, 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”
A small-group Social Sailing canal tour in Copenhagen with captain-led stories, a fortress stop, and cozy blankets in any weather.
“Matthias was a great tour guide. Helped me on and off the boat even. Would definitely book with these people again.”
Glide Copenhagen canals on a small electric boat from Ved Stranden with live Danish/English stories, plus heated seats in winter.
“Guide was fun and informed. She made the trip well worthwhile and we learned a lot. She was very safety -conscious too.”
Copenhagen walking tour to top sights, canal ferry views, then Amalienborg Changing of the Guards timed for 12:00.
“Wonderful informative tour of Copenhagen without the corny jokes that often accompany these tours. Our guide Maybritt was fantastic and took time to get to know every guest and make the tour memorable for all of us. Highly recommend!”
A 48-hour Copenhagen hop-on hop-off pass with bus plus canal boat. See Little Mermaid, Christianshavn and more at your pace.
“The app was easy to use and price was good. I did panic when my tickets disappeared and we still had 24 hours left of a 48 hour ticket. It was lucky I saved them the to Google wallet as they needed to be scanned for each trip. I wouldn't use again. I would book while there.”
Copenhagen hop-on hop-off bus with canal boat option, audio in 10 languages, and convenient stops near top sights and Nyhavn.
“The boat option was worth the extra cost. The main Hop on was OK but we traveled past the sights fast and did not really know where we were. Lots to see however.”
A 3-hour Copenhagen social canal cruise with insider stops like Trekroner Island and Lynetteholmen, plus chat with your captain on board.
“Very good group. Enjoyed the contemporary nature of the tour”
Classic Copenhagen canal tour with live guide and covered boat, from must-see landmarks to Nordhavn and street food at Reffen.
“Great boat tour. Guide was insightful, and really enjoy that it was a longer tour than the normal 1 hour long version. Awesome experience and would definitely do again”
Drive your own Copenhagen Harbor boat with no license. Get a short lesson, follow a route map, and enjoy 1-3 hours on the water.
“we didnt get to go,because of the weather,but the staff,expecialy Sophie ,was very nice ,turist friendly and very understanging with us.”
A private Copenhagen canal cruise on a Scandinavian mahogany boat with Maria, gliding past royal sights, modern icons, and houseboats.
“Maria is an awesome tour guide! She gave fun facts about all the iconic sights along the route and was wonderful to converse with as a solo traveler. This tour made my time in CPH so special and I would do it again!”
Kayak Copenhagen Harbor in 2 hours from Kalvebod Bølge, passing Slotsholmen and Christianshavns canals with a guide and water included.
“The Tour is really nice and gives you a different view on the city The tour guide was professional and has given good instructions for the kayaking but does not really give any info on the tour sight seeing highlights.”
A small-group Segway cruise through Copenhagen’s top sights in 2 hours, with a guide, radios, photo stops, and included gear.
“Fantastic Segway tour! Our guide was really great she was safety conscious and very informative- we saw everything Copenhagen had to offer in such a fun way, and easy to find the tour from the ship too. Highly recommend this tour!”
A private electric boat cruise in Copenhagen Harbor with a captain. Up to 8 people, 1–4 hours, plus snacks and drinks to buy.
“Our guide was friendly and informative and showed us many spots in Copenhagen that we wouldn’t have found ourselves.”
