Top Copenhagen Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

Experience the best of the city with a local host on this combined walking and canal tour by Go Like a Local. Discover top sights, hidden gems & enjoy a 25-minute harbor ferry ride, ending with the Changing of the Guards at the royal palace. We begin with a 1-hour walk before boarding the electric harbor ferry, a local way to enjoy a canal tour in Copenhagen. Your host shares stories, and insider tips as we glide through the city’s waterways. After the ferry, we continue another hour on foot, passing the star-shaped 1600s fortress and the Little Mermaid. A short café stop offers time to rest and chat before reaching Amalienborg Palace. The 9:00 & 09:30 AM tours finish with the full Changing of the Guards at noon. Later departures include a smaller version of the ceremony. If the ferry is full or out of service (rare, mostly weekends), we follow the scenic canal route on foot instead, covering the full itinerary with 2 extra km.

Get acquainted with Denmark’s capital from the water on a 1-hour Copenhagen boat tour. Glide along the city’s picturesque canals and soak up stellar views of top Copenhagen attractions. Pass landmarks such as the Amalienborg Palace, the Little Mermaid Statue, and the Copenhagen Opera House, and drift past colorful townhouses, cobbled lanes, and houseboats in the Christianshavn neighborhood. An easy way to see a lot in a short time.

Explore Copenhagen from the water on this private boat tour through the city’s harbor and canals. With a local captain and guide at the helm, you’ll see iconic landmarks like Christiansborg Palace & the Opera House — as well as off-the-beaten-path gems only locals know. This is a flexible and personalized experience. You can follow your captain’s suggested route or request custom stops — including a refreshing swim in the harbor if the weather allows. Learn about Danish history, royal landmarks, naval stories, and how modern Copenhagen has grown from its shipbuilding roots into one of the world’s most livable cities. Along the way, your guide will happily take photos of you with the city’s most beautiful waterfront backdrops. - Private boat tour offering a personalized experience in Copenhagen - Discover iconic landmarks and hidden gems with a local guide - Flexible itinerary with options for custom stops and swimming - Learn about Danish history and modern Copenhagen’s evolution

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 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.

Explore Copenhagen at your own pace with a 24, 48, or 72-hour hop-on hop-off bus pass. This convenient double-decker bus tour allows you to hop on and off at key attractions, including the Little Mermaid, Nyhavn, Copenhagen Zoo, and the Opera House. Enjoy panoramic views of the city's iconic architecture, waterways, and greenery while listening to audio commentary providing fascinating historical insights. Discover the best of Copenhagen your own way.

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.

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.

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.

Explore Copenhagen's most important landmarks aboard an open-air, double-decker bus during this hop-on hop-off tour. Disembark at attractions like Amalienborg, Little Mermaid, Nyhavn, and Tivoli Gardens. Spend as much or as little time as you like at each stop and enjoy beautiful panoramic views of the city on the way.

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.

Discover Copenhagen in vivid detail with us! Dive into a fairy-tale-inspired adventure as we explore the city’s most iconic landmarks and their surrounding gems. We’ll take you to the heart of Copenhagen’s history and culture, from the Royal Palace of Amalienborg to the Little Mermaid herself. But that’s not all—discover the stunning Gefion Fountain, stroll through the historic Citadel, Kastellet, and marvel at the lively charm of Nyhavn harbor. To top it off, we’ll visit the impressive Christiansborg Slot, home to Denmark’s Parliament. • Visit 10+ of Copenhagen’s top sights in a small group of no more than 10 guests • Learn captivating stories of Danish history, fairy tales, and culture from passionate local guides • Enjoy a relaxed, personal experience with plenty of time for questions This isn’t just a tour—it’s the ultimate introduction to Copenhagen’s rich history and vibrant charm!

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.

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.

Ideal for foodies in Copenhagen, this tasting tour has you eating your way around the city just like the locals do. With the help of your guide, visit highlights including the Torvehallerne food market, and head to spots that you’d easily miss if exploring on your own. Look forward to trying a range of traditional Danish dishes and pastries, all while benefitting from the small group size.

Discover Copenhagen through honest storytelling, sharp humour, and perspectives that most traditional tours leave out on this comedy-led walking tour. From lore and princes to gore and perversions, hear stories from the city’s history that don’t make it onto the average brochure. You’ll also get tips on what to see next and what to steer clear of during the rest of your trip.

Explore the historical highlights and cultural delights of Copenhagen by both bus and boat on a hop-on hop-off tour of the Danish capital. Mix and match multiple interconnected sightseeing routes to see all of the city’s spectacular sights; whenever an attraction captures your attention, hop off to find out more and then rejoin the route at a time and stop convenient to you. Tickets are valid for 48 hours from first use and can be used on both the double-decker bus and the open-air boat.

Make the most of your time in Copenhagen with a tour designed for cruise passengers, including pick-up from the cruise ship port and a timely return. This tour covers the city’s most famous landmarks and free time, offering a mix of history, architecture, and local culture. Start with a panoramic drive along the harbor, taking in Copenhagen’s mix of historic sites and modern design. See Amalienborg Palace, home of the Danish Royal Family, and admire its grand architecture. After exploring the highlights, enjoy free time to experience the city on your own. Walk along Nyhavn’s colorful waterfront, stop at a café, or browse shops on Strøget, one of Europe’s longest pedestrian streets. Copenhagen is also home to world-class restaurants, from casual Nordic eateries to Michelin-starred fine dining. At the end of your visit, board the bus for a timely return to the port, ensuring a smooth journey back to your cruise ship.

This week-long scenic tour is the perfect way to experience Scandinavia. Beginning with a sightseeing tour in Copenhagen, explore Denmark, Norway, and Sweden with a full-time tour guide at each destination. Traveling by coach, rail, and boat, experience the route's cities, fjords, and countryside in different ways. This is a great choice for first time visitors or travelers with limited time in Scandinavia.

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.

Make the most of Denmark’s vibrant capital with a money-saving COPENHAGEN CARD - DISCOVER. Get unlimited pubic transport in the entire capital region and free admission to 80+ attractions and museums, including the must-visit Tivoli Gardens* and much more. COPENHAGEN CARD is 100% digital. Download the app and redeem the card with the code from your voucher. After redeeming and activating the card you're ready to explore Copenhagen! Please do not activate the card before you want to use it. The time starts once you activate the card. *please note that the card only grants entrance, you must pay for rides.

See more of Copenhagen in less time—and travel like the locals do—on this relaxed 2-hour bike tour. Perfect for first-time visitors, this outing introduces you to the city’s most popular landmarks, from Christiania and The Little Mermaid to Nyhavn, Rosenborg Castle, and more. Learn the stories behind the landmarks from your guide’s commentary; additional sightseeing stops can also be made on request.

Sample top Danish dishes—such as rye bread and hot dogs—while exploring several Copenhagen highlights during this convenient combo city and food bike tour. Ideal for travelers with limited time in the area, this tour will help you visit attractions and eateries you might not otherwise have found, and faster than you could on foot. Plus, the small group capped at 10 ensures personalized attention from your guide.