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Sightseeing Canal Tour

Name: Sightseeing Canal Tour
Start: 2026-08-27T09:30:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-08-27T10:30:00.000+03:00
Location: Copenhagen

Enjoy a relaxing way to explore Copenhagen on this 1-hour guided canal cruise through the city’s historic harbor and waterways. Pass iconic sights like Amalienborg Palace, the Little Mermaid, and the Copenhagen Opera House.

Glide past Amalienborg Castle

Hear tales and trivia about the city

See many top Copenhagen attractions

Ideal for first-time visitors to Copenhagen

Details

Get to know Denmark’s capital from the water on a 1-hour Copenhagen boat tour through the city’s canals and harbor. This cruise offers an easy way to see many of the city’s best-known landmarks in a short time, with scenic waterfront views along the way.

Make your own way to the departure jetty in central Copenhagen and board the boat at your chosen time.
Settle into a seat in the indoor saloon or head to the outdoor deck, then relax as you glide through the city’s picturesque waterways. These canals wind through Copenhagen’s historic center, revealing photo-worthy views around every bend.

During the journey, you’ll pass highlights including:

Amalienborg Palace, the winter residence of the Danish royal family since the 1700s

The Little Mermaid Statue, inspired by the fairy tale of H. C. Andersen

The canals of Christianshavn, known for its cobbled streets, pastel houses, and historic warehouses

Our Saviour’s Church, with its distinctive winding spire

The Copenhagen Opera House, a striking modern building on the waterfront

Slotsholmen, the central island at the heart of the city.

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What is not included

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food and drinks

Gratuities

Departure: Ved Stranden 26, 1061 København, Denmark

On map

Duration: 1 hour

Group size up to 100 persons

Children allowed

English

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

River cruise ship

Change time

Tour program

Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.

Amalienborg Palace Museum (Pass By)

Drift by the Amalienborg Palace – the winter residence of Denmark’s royals since the 1700s

The Little Mermaid (Pass By)

Experience the Little Mermaid known from the fairy tale of H. C. Andersen.

Christianshavn (Pass By)

Cruise around the pretty canals of Christianshavn, with its cobbled streets, pastel-colored houses and old warehouses and hear how King Christian IV established the district in the 1600s as part of his plans to fortify Copenhagen.

Our Saviour's Church (Pass By)

Catch a glimpse of the Our Saviour's church with its winding-staircase spire.

Copenhagen Opera House (Pass By)

Pass Copenhagen Opera House, a stunning contemporary building that stands imperiously on the harborside. The modern building came as a present from Mr. Møller Mærsk.

Slotsholmen (Pass By)

Sail by the island of Slotsholmen in the city center.

Meeting point

Places you will see

• Amalienborg Palace Museum
• The Little Mermaid
• Christianshavn
• Our Saviour's Church
• Copenhagen Opera House
• Slotsholmen

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Reviews by travellers

4.8 out of 5

1717 reviews

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Esther F.

It was a lovely tour and the tour guide was exceptionally brilliant. I enjoyed the trip. I will like to recommend this tour.

7 days ago

Franklin M.

The tour guide was excellent. Enjoyed the trip but would have been great if the windows were clean so we could take photos.

8 days ago

Victor R.

Lovely tour with a very friendly and entertaining guide! Boat was covered and heated and you could open the windows for a better view and picture taking.

15 days ago

Walter M.

Great, efficient and friendly tour of Copenhagen from the water. Covers many of the area’s most notable landmarks.

16 days ago

Jeffrey G.

Great tour! We went in December and it was cold, but there was a nice covered heated area to sit in. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable and was happy to answer additional questions. Our kids (ages 11 and 7) had fun and learned a lot about Copenhagen. Even if your kids weren’t interested in the history, there’s lots to look at and you go under a lot of cool bridges.

18 days ago

Judith H.

Great tour on a blustery day, seeing more of Copenhagen from the water that we saw on foot, with a great tour guide.

18 days ago

Pamela D.

This was an informative and enjoyable tour! Always great to see a city from the water as well as the land. It was a chilly February day but still worth it!

about 1 month ago

Joyce W.

I really liked this boat tour. The guide was knowledgeable with a fun sense of humour. Although a bit difficult to understand at times with how fast he spoke/mic quality. I had heard not to waste time walking to the mermaid. So this was the perfect way to see her and hear some fun facts. Beware though, I read it was heated and it is NOT. It’s a fully open boat lol. My fault for going in Jan but thought my toes would fall off

about 1 month ago

Pauline H.

We got the 4pm canal tour so it was dark which was great. We sat outside and not too cold. Knowledgable host

about 2 months ago

Linda B.

Tony was an informative tour guide and very funny too! Me & my friend had a great time and laughed a lot! Would definitely recommend!

about 2 months ago

Route details changed.

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