Top Copenhagen Day Cruises

Our electric boat 'Hygge' is the best way to explore Copenhagen from the water! This eco-friendly boat tour is all about the hidden gems and our guides will tell you some of the stories of the different localhoods we pass along our beautiful canals. This tour is going to show you the capital from a different perspective. This tour is a public tour for 12 guests. You are welcome to ask questions along the way.

Experience Copenhagen from the water on this guided canal cruise that sails through the historic harbor and canals, passing landmarks such as the Little Mermaid statue, Amalienborg Palace, and the waterfront districts of Christianshavn and Nyhavn. Relax on board while your guide shares city history and architecture, offering a fresh perspective and easy sightseeing without traffic or crowds.

Get a local's perspective on Copenhagen as you cruise through the city's canals and waterways on this guided tour. Limited to a small group of people, the tour is tailored to the group's interests, meaning you get a personalized experience. Get a deeper insight than most visitors to Copenhagen, and discover many of its top landmarks in one tour as well as developing areas and new urban hotspots.

Visit two countries in one day—and explore castles, cathedrals, skyscrapers, and more—on this tour from Copenhagen. Travel via luxury minibus to Helsingør (Elsinore), where you can visit the UNESCO-listed Kronborg Castle (own expense), immortalized in Shakespeare’s 'Hamlet.' Then, hop on a ferry to Sweden. Enjoy free time to explore the historical university city of Lund, and get to know buzzing Malmö before returning to Copenhagen.

Take a break from city sightseeing and discover Denmark’s rural landscape on this boat tour of Lake Bagsværd. Unwind onboard the traditional wooden vessel with views of Sophienholm, Aldershvile Slotspavillon, and beyond, with the added option to hop-off along the way for a more intimate glimpse of the lake’s scenic surrounds.

This is Copenhagen from its most elegant angle — a private canal experience aboard Freyja, a beautiful luxury designed boat reserved exclusively for you and your guests. No crowds. No fixed narration. Just calm waters, personal storytelling, and a relaxed, curated journey through the city’s most iconic and hidden corners. Led by a knowledgeable and friendly local captain, the tour is shaped entirely around your interests — whether that means royal palaces, modern architecture, a swim stop, or simply drifting in silence with a drink in hand. There’s no rush, no noise, and no microphone — just genuine hospitality, peaceful waters, and room to breathe. Thoughtful touches like warm blankets, optional route changes, and an intimate atmosphere make this feel more like sailing with a friend than booking a tour. It’s a premium, personal escape through the soul of Copenhagen — and a memory that lingers long after the boat docks.

Copenhagen is one of the world's best cycling cities, so it would be a shame to explore it by motor vehicle. On this small-group guided tour, you pedal like a local through the streets to see top attractions and your guide's favorite hidden gems. Along the way, learn about local life and culture while experiencing the city on two wheels.

This is a private HYGGE-tour of Copenhagen seen from the waterside in the most beautiful boat in the whole harbour. We make conversation rather than just guiding. If you rather concentrate about each other on a romantic tour - that's possible. Wanna take a swim - we can do that too. The goal is for you to have great HYGGE-time and the proposed itinerary is just a suggestion. Food, snacks and beverages besides water, champagne and white or rose wine is not allowed. The tour is not recommended for children under the age of 15 or people with ANY walking disabilities. Beware that in case of strong wind and/or rain we unfortunately have to cancel with a full refund of course.

Skip the stress of arranging cross-border transport with this full-day private tour from Copenhagen to Malmo and Lund, Sweden. Cross the iconic Oresund Bridge and explore highlights like Malmo city center and Lund Cathedral with guided insight along the way. With hotel pickup and hassle-free transportation included, enjoy a seamless Scandinavian adventure without worrying about logistics.

Explore Denmark’s Forest Tower—an attraction you’re unlikely to find anywhere else in the world—without the hassle of arranging your own round-trip transportation during this half-day excursion. Ideal for architecture and nature lovers alike, climb to the observation deck and walk along wooden walkways while enjoying the surrounding scenery.

Cruise the streets and sights of Copenhagen during this guided, small-group Segway tour that includes use of a special headset radio that let you hear your guide clearly while on the move. See twice as much on your electric Segway, including sights like The Little Mermaid, Nyhavn, the Royal Palace, and Danish Parliament while taking in the unique mix of old and modern architecture along the way.

Get an up-close look at Copenhagen by touring on foot in a small group. This guided walking tour will take you to a number of highlights, providing a great introduction to the Danish capital. Take in the old architecture, visit the canalside district of Nyhavn, Amagertorv Square, Rundetaarn, Strøget, Copenhagen City Hall, and more. The itinerary can be adjusted depending on the weather and interests of the group.

Hey Captain is a charming canal tour with a local vibe. Our ambition is to deliver a personal, social and informative tour in a unique way that will make our guests remember as the highlight of their trip. This 2-hour Hidden Gems tour will take you to the captain's favorite spots, which are off the beaten track from the standard path in the inner city. We will explore upcoming residential areas of the North harbor where the Venice-inspired residential homes and buildings are emerging in areas formerly used for industrial purposes. You will gain a sense of the city and how the Danish lifestyle and design influences the development of the harbor, more than an overload of historical facts.

Experience the "hygge" on a private walking tour of Copenhagen’s beautiful Old Town and Nyhavn, culminating on a relaxing 1-hour cruise through the picturesque canals. Optional: enjoy an extended walking tour and visit Frederik’s Church (Marble Church). Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 3-hour: Old Town Tour & Boat Cruise Book tickets for a 1-hour audio guided cruise and a 2-hour tour of the Old Town and Nyhavn, with highlights such as the Round Tower, Copenhagen Cathedral and City Hall (outside only). 4-hour: Old Town, Frederik's Church Tour & Boat Cruise Book tickets for a 1-hour audio guided cruise and an extended 3-hour tour of the Old Town and Nyhavn with free entry to Frederik's Church and the King's New Garden. The canals of Copenhagen offer glittering water, fresh air and picturesque sights that aren’t easily accessible on foot, so on this exclusive walking tour we provide tickets for a 1-hour sightseeing cruise!

Make the most of your limited time in Copenhagen and cover far more ground than would be possible on foot on this Segway tour (or e-scooter, if option selected). Ideal for visitors who have trouble walking long distances, this small-group tour (limited to 12 people) takes you to such sights as the Little Mermaid statue, Christiansborg Palace, Old Royal Stock Exchange, and Amalienborg Palace, all as your guide offers context and little-known details along the way.

It's all castles and cathedrals. Head out of Copenhagen for the day on this guided small-group tour, visiting UNESCO World Heritage-listed Kronborg Castle, the sitting for Shakespeare's Hamlet, and then Frederiksborg Castle, the largest Renaissance-era castle in Scandinavia. After a tour of the fortresses head to stunning Roskilde Cathedral, the burial spot for more kings and queens than any other place in the world. Finally, finish the tour at the Viking Ship Museum. This small-group tour is limited to just 16 people or fewer.

Copenhagen’s original independent food tour (Est. 2011). As a locally-owned company - not a corporate chain - we provide a truly authentic experience. We don’t just share the food; we share the soul of the city through its most iconic landmarks. Beyond 8 authentic tastings (a full meal), we walk through the historic heart of Copenhagen. Discover the Botanical Garden, the Latin Quarter, and the Round Tower. Our expert local guides share insights into Danish life that global tours simply can't match. Highlights include: Exclusive access: Arla Unika (Michelin supplier) & historic Café & Ølhalle 1892. Gourmet flavors: Modern smørrebrød at RØRT and royal candy at Sømods Bolcher. Local icons: DØP organic hot dogs and local craft beer or cider at SKAAL. Small groups for an intimate, high-quality experience. Join the locals who started it all.

If you want to understand Denmark, you need to understand hygge. The concept can be difficult to explain, but is easy to experience on a slow-paced walk with a native — and once you have it in you, you’ll know why Danes are some of the happiest people in the world! Take a peek into Copenhagen’s local life and find your own happy hygge place. - Get a better understanding of Danish culture and why the world-famous Danish concept of hygge is so important in an increasingly fast-paced world - Visit city sites that ooze hygge and find out how you can bring some of that vibe back home with you from your native guide - Learn why some people say Denmark is utopian, and how the local culture contributes to Danes being among the happiest people in the world year after year - Savour Danish treats and visit gems that simply scream hygge! If you want to include Copenhagen’s best sights with a local to this tour, please consider upgrading to our Total Copenhagen: Highlights & Hygge tour.

Make history fun on a family-friendly tour of Copenhagen’s Old Town. Discover historic landmarks, the best attractions and activities for children with a private guide. Learn through play at the National Museum and go on a canal boat cruise. Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests: 2-hour: Old Town Family Tour Book a 2-hour family-friendly tour of Copenhagen’s Old Town and see the iconic Round Tower, the King’s Garden, Cathedral, Andersen’s Statue, and more. 3-hour: Old Town and National Museum Family Tour Book a 3-hour family-friendly tour of Copenhagen’s Old Town, visit the Children’s Museum in the National Museum, and see the Round Tower, the King’s Garden, Andersen’s Statue, and more. 4-hour: Old Town and National Museum Family Tour & Cruise Book tickets for a 1-hour audio guided cruise and a 3-hour family-friendly tour of Copenhagen’s Old Town, including a visit to the Children’s Museum in the National Museum.