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The 15 Best Copenhagen Highlights Tours

34 tours  ·  from $38

The short version of the city: Nyhavn, the palaces, the mermaid, the old town, in one pass. These 15 differ on pace, on whether you walk, ride or sail it, and on how honest each is about the mermaid.

Copenhagen Highlights Walking Tour - Kongens Nytorv and Copenhagen’s grand facades
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Copenhagen Highlights Walking Tour

1.Copenhagen Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,324 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $40Our pick

Walk central Copenhagen with guides such as Thor, Steen, Martin, Roger, or Sebastian, hearing history, WWII stories, royal facts, and politically incorrect jokes. The outdoor route runs from Højbro Plads to Marmorkirken, with Nyhavn, Christiansborg, Amalienborg, and the changing guard. Expect English, about two hours, and a tip-based guide service.

“Mike was a very knowledgeable, personable, and humorous tour guide. An American by birth and adopted Dane, he blends both cultures in his presentation. the tour touches on the history and unique aspects found in central Copenhagen. HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS TOUR!”

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Copenhagen: Highlights 3 Hour Bike Tour with a Local Guide - Rådhuspladsen and Tivoli: a quick city orientation
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Copenhagen: Highlights 3 Hour Bike Tour with a Local Guide

2.Highlights 3 Hour Bike Tour with a Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,312 reviews · 3 hours · from $62

Join Tropical Bikes for a three-hour, eight-kilometer tour through central Copenhagen. Your guide leads you past Christiansborg, Nyhavn, Amalienborg, the Little Mermaid, Rosenborg, and Torvehallerne, adding local favorites and practical cycling advice. Bikes, helmets, rain ponchos, and luggage storage are included, with child bikes and upgrades available.

“Our guide was friendly, knowledgable, and patient. It took one of us i.e. me, some time to get used to the coaster brakes but the cycling infrastructure is so good, it didn’t cause a problem. Fantastic way of seeing several of Copenhagen’s main attractions whilst gaining some insight into their history and that of the city in general. An excellent introduction to Copenhagen - thank you. Highly recommend.”

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Politically Incorrect Private Highlights Walking Tour - Strøget, grand stores, and Copenhagen’s polished side
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Politically Incorrect Private Highlights Walking Tour

3.Politically Incorrect Private Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,244 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.)

You’ll walk from Højbro Plads to Marble Church with a guide such as Troels, Truel, or Jack, hearing sharp, funny stories about Danish royalty, fires, WWII, and city life. The route passes Strøget, Nyhavn, Amalienborg, the Opera House, and more. Expect a private English tour, with pickup on foot and a flexible finish near the royal palaces.

“We really enjoyed our tour with Troels! He was very knowledgeable and we got to see so much of the city! He catered it to it interests, gave us all the history, and made it really fun! I would absolutely book this!”

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Copenhagen: 3-Hour City Highlights Bike Tour with Guide - Starting at Holbergsgade and crossing the harbor
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Copenhagen: 3-Hour City Highlights Bike Tour with Guide

4.3-Hour City Highlights Bike Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,239 reviews · from $55

Ride a comfortable city bike through central Copenhagen with an English or German-speaking guide. In three hours, you’ll see Christiania, Christiansborg, Rosenborg Castle, the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg, Nyhavn, and more. Guides such as Angus, Luke, Olivia, and Raphael add history, Danish daily life, and useful ideas for the rest of your stay.

“We had a fabulous tour with Olivia who was excellent. Super passionate about the city and its history- plus it was beautifully sunny. Highly recommend as a great way to start the day. 😊”

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Copenhagen Highlights 3 Hour Bike Tour with local Guide - City Hall Square and Tivoli: a practical starting point
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Copenhagen Highlights 3 Hour Bike Tour with local Guide

5.Copenhagen Highlights 3 Hour Bike Tour with local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 1,125 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $61

Ride through central Copenhagen with a local English-speaking guide, stopping at City Hall, Christiansborg, Nyhavn, Amalienborg, the Little Mermaid, Rosenborg Castle, and more. Tropical Bikes provides standard bicycles, helmets, and rain ponchos on request. The relaxed route suits first-time visitors who want history, local life, and a quick feel for Denmark’s cycling culture.

“It was a great experience. Maybe less cycling than other such trips I have done which may be of benefit to less experienced cyclists”

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Copenhagen: Group Walking Tour - City Highlights - 2 Hours - Bishop Absalon and Copenhagen’s beginnings
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Copenhagen: Group Walking Tour – City Highlights – 2 Hours

6.Group Walking Tour – City Highlights – 2 Hours

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,088 reviews · 2 hours · from $39

Walk Copenhagen’s old center with guides such as Thor, Steen, Roger, Martin, or Magnus, mixing Danish history, royalty, fairytales, gore, and sharp humor. The two-hour route runs from Gammel Strand to Amalienborg and the Marble Church, covering Nyhavn, Christiansborg, Strøget, and other major sights. English fluency and a thick skin are essential.

“This tour was absolutely amazing. Our guide, Roger was so informative and yet so much fun was put into this tour. Lots of fun facts and humour. I highly recommend this tour to anyone.”

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3-hour Copenhagen City Highlights Bike Tour - Nyhavn and the harbor-side opening
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3-hour Copenhagen City Highlights Bike Tour

7.3-hour Copenhagen City Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 757 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $54

Ride through Copenhagen with a professional guide such as Mood, Olivia, Rafael, or Kuba, stopping at Nyhavn, Christiansborg, Rosenborg, Amalienborg, and the Little Mermaid. Expect an easy city ride, frequent photo stops, local history, and a maximum of 15 riders. Bikes are included, and helmets are available on request.

“An informative and interesting trip around the city, not tiring at all. Take a rain poncho just in case, as there might be a shower or two during the tour.”

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Walk & Canal Tour: Copenhagen Highlights + Changing of the Guards - Starting under the clock at Central Station
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Walk & Canal Tour: Copenhagen Highlights + Changing of the Guards

8.Walk & Canal Tour: Copenhagen Highlights + Changing of the Guards

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 580 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $77

Walk from Copenhagen Central Station to Christiansborg, the Black Diamond, Kastellet, the Little Mermaid, and Amalienborg. Your guide, possibly Michael, Maybritt, Mia, or another local host, adds history and practical tips. The 3-hour route includes a 25-minute electric harbor ferry ride when service allows.

“We covered a lot of the city sights and the history of Copenhagen. The highlight for me was The Little Mermaid and the sea was frozen around her today. Our guide Michael was very knowledgeable and engaging. We walked in heavy snowfall and then rain so I was slower than the younger ones, yet Michael was thoughtful and offered help at times to keep me safe.”

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Copenhagen: 1.5-Hour City Highlights Bike Tour - Christiansborg Palace and the center of Danish power
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Copenhagen: 1.5-Hour City Highlights Bike Tour

9.1.5-Hour City Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 477 reviews · from $38Best value

Ride a traditional bicycle through central Copenhagen with guides such as Derek, Angus, Jacob, and Alex. In 90 minutes, you visit Christiansborg, Rosenborg Castle, the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg, and Nyhavn. The pace is easy, with frequent stops, safety advice, and stories that help you understand the city.

“thank you Angus! the tour was absolutely fantastic! We heard so many interesting stories about the city, full of humor, which made the whole ride enjoyable and engaging. The tour lasted one and a half hour, but I wish I had chosen the 3-hour option because it was such a wonderful experience and time flew by. Also riding a bike made me feel like a local hahah”

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Copenhagen: Guided City Highlights Tour - Nyhavn gives you Copenhagen’s postcard opening
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Copenhagen: Guided City Highlights Tour

10.Guided City Highlights Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 366 reviews · 3 hours · from $75

Walk Copenhagen with an English-speaking local guide in a group of no more than 10. Expect Nyhavn, Amagertorv, Christiansborg Palace, major sights, and quieter corners, with plenty of history, modern Danish life, food tips, and time for questions. Guides such as Tom, Michel, Jose, and Diana are praised for friendly, personal commentary.

“Great to have a local who could explain how modern Denmark works as a country as well as provide historical information.”

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Copenhagen Highlights: Small Group Walking Tour - Max 10 people - The Citadel and Copenhagen’s military past
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Copenhagen Highlights: Small Group Walking Tour – Max 10 people

11.Copenhagen Highlights: Small Group Walking Tour – Max 10 people

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 361 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $50

Walk Copenhagen with a maximum of 10 people, visiting the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg, Nyhavn, the Citadel, and Christiansborg. Guides such as Kenneth, Oskar, Liva, Peter, and Sandra mix Danish history, royal stories, politics, humor, and local food tips. The 2.5-hour route is brisk, with cobblestones, stairs, and outdoor stops.

“Very informative and engaging tour guide! He shared unique and interesting details about various landmarks in Copenhagen. We visited the military base, church, Little Mermaid and Amalienborg. Highly recommend!”

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Copenhagen: City Highlights Guided Segway Tour - Starting at Nikolaj Plads near Gammel Strand
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Copenhagen: City Highlights Guided Segway Tour

12.City Highlights Guided Segway Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 299 reviews · 2 hours · from $82

Ride a self-balancing Segway through central Copenhagen with an English-speaking guide and wireless helmet radio. After practice and safety training, you’ll pass Nyhavn, The Little Mermaid, Amalienborg, Christiansborg, the Old Stock Exchange, Gefion Fountain, and the Citadel. Guides such as Peter, Albert, and Valdemar are praised for humor, local tips, and careful pacing.

“We had so much fun! The tour was very interesting, we learnt a lot about the city as well as enjoyed cruising about on the segways. Definitely recommend to anyone, super easy to ride the segways too. Our tour guide was full of information and very friendly and fun!”

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Copenhagen Walking Tour: Highlights and Hygge w/Lunch - Starting among Nyboder’s yellow houses
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Copenhagen Walking Tour: Highlights and Hygge w/Lunch

13.Copenhagen Walking Tour: Highlights and Hygge w/Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 272 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $114

Spend 5 to 6 hours walking Copenhagen with a local English-speaking guide such as Oskar, Jacob, Peter, or Therese. You’ll see Nyboder, Kastellet, the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg, Nyhavn, Christiansborg, and Rosenborg Castle, with lunch and a sweet snack included. Expect about 10 kilometers on foot, mostly outdoors, in a group of no more than 10.

“Fantastic walking tour! We really covered some miles and saw all the main neighbourhoods in Copenhagan and places of interest. Our guide was fabulous. So knowledgable and friendly There's no way I would have managed to see so much without doing this tour. Also had a lovely lunch. Beauitful city. Highly recommend . Although the walking pace was chilled I would not recommend for those who struggle walking for long periods as we did cover a lot of ground Thanks so much”

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Copenhagen: City Highlights Walking Tour With Local Guide - Starting beside the harbor at Toldboden
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Copenhagen: City Highlights Walking Tour With Local Guide

14.City Highlights Walking Tour With Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 270 reviews · from $38

Walk central Copenhagen with an English-speaking local guide for 2 to 2.5 hours. Visit Kastellet, the Gefion Fountain, the Little Mermaid, Amalienborg, and Nyhavn, while hearing royal stories, wartime history, Danish customs, and useful city tips. Groups are capped at 10 people.

“Oskar was very knowledgeable and clearly communicative as a guide, and the tour covered a lot of ground and information. A nice way to get to know the city better!”

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Copenhagen 2-hour City Highlights Bike Tour - Christiansborg shows Copenhagen’s political center
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Copenhagen 2-hour City Highlights Bike Tour

15.Copenhagen 2-hour City Highlights Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 176 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $43

Ride through Copenhagen with a guide such as Angus, Derek, Luke, or Daniel, stopping at Christiansborg, Rosenborg, Nyboder, Amalienborg, the Little Mermaid, and Nyhavn. Bikes and ponchos are included. Expect city cycling, short history talks, photo stops, and a pace shaped by the group.

“An excellent introductory tour of inner Copenhagen. Angus our guide was fabulous - he led a nice pace, comfortably keeping the group together, and was very knowledgeable, with stories and interesting insights at every stop. To experience Copenhagen, you’ve got to get on a bike and take in a tour.”

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