Denmark · TOURS
Everything with a guide, a boat or a bicycle attached, in one list. The 15 below are the ones worth a whole day, priced and timed, with the rest of the catalogue underneath.
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”
See Copenhagen’s central sights on a private three-hour walk with guides such as Paula, Fran, Jack, Laura, and Wayne. You’ll pass Nyhavn, Amalienborg, Christiansborg, Marmorkirken, Stroget, and more, with time for questions and family-friendly pacing. The tour is in English, costs $342.13 per group of up to 15, and ends at the royal palace.
“We appreciated Luca’s knowledge and kindness! The day engaged all of us - from my young adult kids to us older adults!”
Spend nine hours crossing two countries from Copenhagen. Visit Kronborg Castle and Helsingør, sail to Sweden, explore Lund Cathedral and old streets, then see Malmö’s Turning Torso and Stortorget before returning across the Øresund Bridge. Guides such as Mario, Alan, Peter, and Crispin add live commentary, practical tips, and local food suggestions.
“This trip was excellent, way better even than we expected. The balance of guided tour and free time was perfect. I am an older person but did the trip with my adult children aged 27 to 35. And we all felt the same. The coach was very comfortable and the guide Crispin was very informative and interesting.”
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!”
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.”
Travel from Copenhagen to Helsingør, Sweden, Lund, and Malmö in an air-conditioned minibus or coach. You’ll have free time at Kronborg Castle, Lund Cathedral, and Malmö’s old center, with ferry travel, audio commentary, and a bridge photo stop. Guides such as Andy, Mario, Steen, and Crispin have led this route.
“Excellent tour. The tour guide was knowledgable and friendly. He drove us around and the time spent at the area was reasonable. At the end of the trip, he gave us a souvenir i.e danish cookies. It was a perfect gift to bring home”
Cruise Copenhagen’s canals and harbor for one hour with a live Danish and English guide. See Amalienborg Palace, the Little Mermaid, Christianshavn, Our Saviour’s Church, the Opera House, and Slotsholmen. Depart from Ved Stranden 26, with covered and heated boats used in winter, though warm layers are still wise.
“This boat trip was really worth it. Good value, interesting and very informative. The guide was excellent and kept us engaged and entertained in equal measure. Worth every penny.”
Spend 510 minutes exploring Zealand with an English-speaking guide such as Sillas, Thomas, or Kenneth. Visit two castles, Roskilde Cathedral, and the Viking Ship Museum by comfortable van, with hotel pickup, entrance fees, water, and WiFi included. Expect a busy day, plenty of walking, and a flexible lunch stop.
“Definitely a MUST tour in Copenhagen! Very knowledgeable and fun guide and beautiful places!”
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.”
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.”
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!”
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. 😊”
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”
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.”
Start near Frederiksborggade and spend about four hours tasting Copenhagen’s classic and modern food. Expect artisan cheese, smørrebrød, Danish sweets, pastry, beer or cider, an organic hot dog, licorice, and chocolate, with guides such as Toby, Marie, Peter, and Cassandra adding local history along the way.
“Cassandra was an excellent guide! Super fun and informative. The food was delicious and we got a lot of local knowledge.”
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