Walk & Canal Tour: City Highlights and Changing of the Guards
Explore Copenhagen with a local host on a walking and canal tour that combines key landmarks with lesser-known spots. The experience includes a short harbor ferry ride and ends at Amalienborg Palace, where you can watch the Changing of the Guards.
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Experience Copenhagen like a local on a guided walking and canal adventure that blends iconic sights with charming hidden corners.
Stroll through historic streets, cruise the scenic waterways aboard an electric harbor ferry, and witness the Royal Changing of the Guards at Amalienborg Palace. Your local host shares stories, insider tips, and practical advice that bring the city’s history and daily life to life.
Choose the experience that suits you best:
1. Shared Tour — Walking & Canal Experience
Explore the best of Copenhagen with a local host. Begin with a 1-hour walking tour before boarding the electric harbor ferry for a 25-minute ride through the city’s canals.
Continue on foot for another hour, passing the 17th-century star-shaped fortress and the famous Little Mermaid statue.
Enjoy a short café break before arriving at Amalienborg Palace for the Changing of the Guards.
• Morning tours (9:00 & 09:30) include the full Changing of the Guards ceremony at noon
• Later tours feature a shorter version at a later time
• Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours
• If the ferry is unavailable, the route continues on foot (additional 2 km)
2. Combo Tour — Walking+Canal Tours & Hidden Gems(Full-Day Option)
Make the most of your day: combine the morning Walk & Canal Tour (9:00–12:00) with the afternoon Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour (1:00–3:00 PM).
• Morning: Walking + canal experience as above
• Afternoon: Discover Nyhavn, Amalienborg Palace, Frederiks Kirke, the Royal Danish Theatre, Christiansborg Palace, and the lively Stroget shopping street
• Duration: 6 hours (includes a lunch break on your own between tours)
3. Private Tour — Personalized Walk & Ferry Ride
Enjoy a private version of the Walk & Ferry Tour with your own local host.
Discover Copenhagen’s hidden gems at your pace, enjoy personalized commentary, and end with the Royal Changing of the Guards.
• Duration: Approx. 2.5 hours
• Flexible start time
4. German Tour — Geführte Stadt — & Kanaltour
Erlebe das Beste von Kopenhagen auf Deutsch! Diese geführte Tour kombiniert Spaziergang und Hafenfahrt.
Entdecke Sehenswürdigkeiten, versteckte Ecken und genieße eine 25-minütige Fahrt mit der elektrischen Fähre.
Danach geht es zu Fuß weiter zur Festung aus dem 17. Jahrhundert und der kleinen Meerjungfrau, mit einer kurzen Café-Pause, bevor du den Wachwechsel am Schloss Amalienborg erlebst.
• Dauer: ca. 2,5 Stunden
• Frühere Abfahrten (9:00 & 09:30) beinhalten die vollständige Zeremonie
to experience Copenhagen from both land and water.
The Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour (if the option is chosen)
What is not included
Food and drinks
What is included in activity
Harbor ferry ride through the canals
Local guide
German Language (if option is chosen)
What is not included
Food and drinks
Important Info
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travellers with back and heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Important Info
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travellers with back and heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Important Info
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travellers with back and heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
• Two tours in one: Walk & Canal Tour 9:00–12:00, lunch break on your own, then the Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour 1:00–3:00 PM.
Important Info
• Not wheelchair accessible
• Not recommended for travellers with back and heart problems or other serious medical conditions
• Travellers should have a moderate physical fitness level
Please note that transport and route in different days subject to change.
Tour program
Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.
Copenhagen Central Station
Tivoli Gardens
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Christiansborg Slot
Det Kgl. Bibliotek
Havnebussen
Børsen
Copenhagen Opera House
Nyhavn
The Little Mermaid
Gefionspringvandet
Kastelle. Kapellet i horsholm
Churchillparken
Kastelsmøllen
Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken)
Amalienborg
Changing of her Majesty's guard at Amalienborg Castle
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Tour program
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Copenhagen Central Station
Tivoli Gardens
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Christiansborg Slot
Det Kgl. Bibliotek
Havnebussen
Børsen
Copenhagen Opera House
Nyhavn
The Little Mermaid
Gefionspringvandet
Kastelle. Kapellet i horsholm
Churchillparken
Kastelsmøllen
Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken)
Amalienborg
Changing of her Majesty's guard at Amalienborg Castle
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Tour program
Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.
Copenhagen Central Station
Tivoli Gardens
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Christiansborg Slot
Det Kgl. Bibliotek
Havnebussen
Børsen
Copenhagen Opera House
Nyhavn
The Little Mermaid
Gefionspringvandet
Kastelle. Kapellet i horsholm
Churchillparken
Kastelsmøllen
Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken)
Amalienborg
Changing of her Majesty's guard at Amalienborg Castle
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Tour program
Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.
Copenhagen Central Station
Tivoli Gardens
Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek
Christiansborg Slot
Det Kgl. Bibliotek
Havnebussen
Børsen
Copenhagen Opera House
Nyhavn
The Little Mermaid
Gefionspringvandet
Kastelle. Kapellet i horsholm
Churchillparken
Kastelsmøllen
Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken)
Amalienborg
Changing of her Majesty's guard at Amalienborg Castle
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Meeting point
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
Meeting point
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
Meeting point
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
Meeting point
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
We will meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, in the middle of the main hall beneath the large clock.
The clock is right between two 7-Elevens.
Reviews by travellers
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Constance O.
A really nice sample of the city with some history in there too. I didn't have time to plan this trip, so this tour made me feel like I got a really good overview of Copenhagen.
A few breaks are built into the itinerary. Don't worry, it was great.
3 days ago
Cynthia H.
Jacob was an excellent and knowledgeable guide with a friendly personality who did a good job of interacting with everyone in our group. Tour was the perfect length.
7 days ago
Melissa H.
Though we have a new debut guide but he is extremely good with history and make this walking trip a splendid experience!
9 days ago
Fernando H.
Kim was amazing. So knowledgeable and fun I would highly recommend this tour. Just brilliant!!!!!!!!
10 days ago
Marvin G.
Due to road conditions, we needed to take the plan B or C. We didn’t get to do the ferry so we couldn’t visit the Little Mermaid statue within the allocated timeframe.
The guide was friendly and knowledgeable but we were disappointed because we didn’t get what we expected unfortunately.
13 days ago
Guy W.
Very informative in learning about Copenhagen culture , past and present. Also the rich history. Felt our guide was very helpful and knowledgeable
14 days ago
Shirley D.
Fabulous morning with Jacob. Knew so much about Copenhagen and obviously loves his city. Front row at changing of the guard. I highly recommend this tour.
21 days ago
Stacy C.
This was a really lovely tour! May-Britt is a wonderful guide, full of lovely anecdotes, humour, kindness, patience and vast knowledge. We didn’t realise three hours had passed. Totally recommend this tour!
26 days ago
John C.
Perfect walking tour of the city. Our guide was well informed and gave us a lot of tips about restaurants and neighborhoods to visit
about 2 months ago
Laura M.
Great tour - our guide Jakob was really passionate about history so we learned a lot about Copenhagen and its buildings. Beautiful place to visit - we were only there for the weekend so the walking tour and boat ride were a great way of seeing some of the city.
