The 15 Best Boat Trips in Denmark

1.Canal Cruise with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 9,115 reviews · from $26Our pick

Cruise Copenhagen’s harbor and canals for one hour with an English or Danish guide, passing Christiansborg, Amalienborg, the Opera House, the Little Mermaid, and the old Stock Exchange. Guides such as Peter, Tony, Ali, and Kristian bring plenty of humor, while audio tours may offer several languages. The boat can feel exposed in bad weather.

“Our tour guide, if I caught her name correctly was Lola, if not I apologize, allegedly was her first day on the job but it seemed like she’s doing this thing like forever, she was knowledgeable and experienced. She also offered to give tips after the cruise in case anyone wanted. She made the cruise even better. The views from the cruise were gorgeous, with the canals and all the things we saw. Recommended for sure!”

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2.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Boat Tour Option

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 4,122 reviews · 1 - 3 days · from $35

Use a 24 or 48-hour RED Sightseeing ticket to reach Copenhagen’s major sights, with audio in 10 languages and free WiFi. Add the one-hour Nettobådene canal cruise from Nyhavn to see Christianshavn, Amalienborg, Nyhavn, and the Little Mermaid from the water. The boat guides, including Torrs, can add lively local color.

“Excellent. Really helped us to orientate ourselves to the city”

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3.Social Sailing – Copenhagen Canal Tour – Captain’s Favorite

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,610 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $105Top rated

Spend about three hours on a covered boat with up to 12 people, sailing Copenhagen’s harbor and canals with a captain such as Mathilde, Caroline, Sam, or Mats. You’ll visit Trekroner Fort, pass Parliament and the navy command, and chat with fellow passengers while buying cocoa, gløgg, beer, or other drinks on board.

“It was a fun and easy way to see the layout of the city and its different neighborhoods. Having a small group in the boat was lovely compared to the bigger tourist boats.”

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4.Guided Canal Tour by Electric Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,341 reviews · from $41

Board at Ved Stranden, across from Christiansborg Palace, for a small-group electric boat ride through Copenhagen’s canals and old harbor. Guides such as Tony, Nina, and Kim combine Danish and English commentary with local stories, humor, and time for questions. Heated seats and blankets help in cold weather, though steps make the boat unsuitable for wheelchair users.

“Kim is a lovely person and I loved to hear his own Copenhagen Story.”

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5.Copenhagen Bus and Boat ticket, Valid 48 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 565 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $63

Use one mobile ticket for 48 hours of Copenhagen sightseeing by bus and canal boat. Ride the Classic, Carlsberg, and Christiania routes, stop near the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg, Rosenborg Castle, Tivoli, Christiania, and Carlsberg, then take the canal cruise from Ved Stranden or Nyhavn. Audio commentary is available in up to six languages.

“I booked via Viator a trip from Bergen to Flam and a hop on/off bus+boat tour in Coppenhagen. The experience was good. Booking online is easy and convenient.”

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6.Copenhagen Hop-on Hop-Off Bus with Boat Option

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 541 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $36

Use Red Sightseeing’s hop-on hop-off bus to connect Copenhagen’s main sights, with audio commentary in up to 10 languages. Your ticket is valid for 24, 48, or 72 hours after first use. Add the Nyhavn canal boat, but exchange your voucher on the bus first and allow extra time for boat-ticket arrangements.

“Worst Viator experience ever. We were unable to find a pickup location. Tried getting on multiple hop on hop off buses only to be told our tickets were for a different company. Bus drivers were very rude. We called Viator help number and they were unable to help us.”

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7.Old Canals and Hidden Gems Social Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 342 reviews · from $99

Cruise Copenhagen’s harbor in a small black RIB with an English-speaking captain. You’ll see old canals, Trekroner Fortress, Lynetteholmen, Nordhavn, and waterfront redevelopment while chatting with fellow passengers. Captains such as Fred, Rasmus, Elias, Tis, and William bring local stories and practical tips. Drinks are available to buy onboard.

“Well it wasn’t a long canal boat as I’d imagined- it was a black rib boat that seemed to go every 15 minutes… there was lots of them. I think our guide was Oscar ( sorry if that’s wrong) and he was one of the nicest friendly guys I’ve met. Made all 7 of us comfortable and shared history and stories and insights etc into Copenhagen.. thoroughly enjoyable and cannot recommend highly enough. Easy to find also. Right near the opera house”

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8.1, 2 or 3-Hour Boat Rental (No License Required)

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 228 reviews · 2 - 3 hours

You captain a GoBoat from Islands Brygge through Copenhagen Harbor and canals, with a short safety lesson, map, blankets, and life vests provided. No boating license is needed, and your private group of up to eight can bring a picnic, drinks, and a dog. Choose a 1, 2, or 3-hour outing, subject to availability.

“Amazing activity to spend time with family. Boats are easy to use”

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9.Private Copenhagen Boat cruise in Scandinavian mahogany boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 161 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $97

Join Maria for a private one-hour cruise from Gammel Strand in a polished Scandinavian mahogany boat. You’ll pass Christiansborg, the Old Stock Exchange, Amalienborg, the Opera, Copenhill, Christiania, and Christianshavn’s houseboats. Maria shapes part of the route around your interests and adds local history, food tips, and relaxed hygge.

“Maria was fantastic! Very friendly and knowledgeable, she took us on a wonderful ride around Copenhagen in her gorgeous wood boat. I appreciate that she reached out to me to reschedule my original time because the weather looked like it was going to be bad. She took us to spots that the other canal boats can't go and showed us some of the most beautiful parts of Copenhagen. I really recommend this canal tour, it was great. Thanks Maria!”

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10.Shore Excursion: 2-Hour Copenhagen Segway Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 32 reviews · 2 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $84

Ride a Segway through Copenhagen with an English-speaking guide and a maximum of 10 people. After training, you’ll pass the Little Mermaid, Nyhavn, Christiansborg, Amalienborg, the Citadel, and more. The tour includes a radio headset, helmet, luggage storage, rain poncho, café stop, complimentary drink, and souvenir.

“We had such a wonderful day exploring Copenhagen via Segway Cruise! Our tour guide Andries was great! Highly recommend this tour.”

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11.Private Boat Tour with Captain (Lite)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 26 reviews · 1 - 4 hours

Let a Danish or English-speaking captain guide your private electric GoBoat from Islands Brygge. You can relax with friends, family, or colleagues while taking in Copenhagen from the harbor. The boat carries up to eight people, sails at 7 knots, and allows drinks and snacks purchased from GoBoat.

“We went on a fabulous sunset cruise along the river. Our captain Sophie was knowledgeable, friendly, and flexible. She was a local who knew all the spots and we had a lovely time. I highly recommend the Go Boat tour!”

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12.Deluxe Copenhagen Shore Excursion from Cruise Ship Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $66

Start at your Copenhagen cruise terminal for a five-hour guided tour by air-conditioned bus. See Christiansborg, Amalienborg Palace, Nyhavn, Rosenborg Castle, Tivoli Gardens, and the Little Mermaid, with short walks and free time. Guides such as Anders, Paul, Klaus, Breit, and Sara have led this experience.

“Our tour guide Klaus and driver were great. We got to see some great tourist sites of Copenhagen. Would recommend”

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13.Copenhagen Canal Boat Cruise and City, Nyhavn Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 14 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $281

Start beneath the Lur Blowers at City Hall for a private Old Town walk with a guide such as Caroline or Jane, then board a one-hour canal cruise from Nyhavn. The longer option adds Rosenborg’s King’s Garden and Frederik’s Church. The boat audio guide is in English, Danish, or German.

“Gaining insight into the history of Copenhagen and seeing parts of the city we would not have visited without tour guide”

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14.Lyngby & Bagsværd Lake: Baadfarten Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 11 reviews · from $20Best value

Spend a full day cruising Mølleåen, Lyngby Lake, and Bagsværd Lake aboard Baadfarten. Your ticket covers hop-on stops at Frederiksdal, Nybro, Aldershvile, Sophienholm, and more. The Danish-speaking crew provides an English pamphlet, and children ages 0 to 5 ride free with a paying adult.

“I loved it Very pleasant Just a shame that there weren't enough places for the return because the boat was half full so 1h20 of waiting for the next one. After that there are worse places to wait :) and above all the team is very nice. I had time so no problem for me ❤️ I recommend!”

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15.Private Guided Boat Tour with City Highlights

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 9 reviews

Captain Oni takes your private group of up to eight around Copenhagen aboard a Joda Tender 710. Choose a one-hour city route or add Reffen, The Little Mermaid, and Trekroner Fort. Bring swimwear and a towel, use the Bluetooth speaker, and shape the outing around your group.

“Highly recommend! Oni was really knowledgeable and it was definitely a highlight of our trip. We originally booked for a different day but it was raining and Oni was very flexible and let us change the day. He was a great host. Thanks Oni!”

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