Great, then you’ll find all the important information you need to book the right boat tour in Copenhagen after reading this article.
In this text, we’ll give you the answers to the 12 most important questions about a Copenhagen boat trip: which tours are currently the most popular with tourists, how much they cost, what you get to see, where they start, how to get tickets, etc. and of course whether they’re worth it! – and, of course, whether it’s worth it!
Which provider do you recommend for a canal cruise tour in Copenhagen, and why?
We recommend the canal tours in Copenhagen with the provider StrommaDanmark(book tour here).
This provider has collected over 4,000 reviews with an average of 4.6 out of 5 points on the booking portal GetyourGuide and is currently the most frequently chosen boat tour in Copenhagen by tourists.
The boat trips are usually offered approximately every hour or more frequently, between 10 am and 4.40 pm (last trip).
In the summer months, the operating hours are significantly extended into the evening (around 9 pm).
In which language can I book the tour?
The guide speaks Danish and English.
If you're lucky, you might even catch a guide commenting on the boat tour through Copenhagen in German
Where does the canal cruise and boat tour in Copenhagen / Copenhague start?
The meeting point (click on link for map) for the boat tour is at the historic colourful houses on Nyhavn harbour and canal in Copenhagen.
What do I get to see on the Canal Tour?
Main harbour of Copenhagen
Canals of the city
Colourful houses of Nyhavn
Amalienborg Palace (holiday residence of the royal family of Denmark)
Parlament
Christiansborg
Statue of the famous mermaid
Financial centre with central bank and stock exchange
Of course, Copenhagen has many sights – not all of them, but you will get to see some of them during the one-hour canal tour.
These include the Mermaid, one of the city’s landmarks and even a Danish national symbol. You sail past the statue on the boat after leaving the picturesque harbour with its colorful houses (Copenhagen’s photo motif) behind you.
You will pass a few bridges on the way (watch your head!) and from the water you will also see the Parliament and Amalienborg Palace, now the vacation residence of the Danish royal family.
Tipp:According to many participants of the boat trip, you have the best view if you sit on the right-hand side of the boat.
How much does the boat tour in Copenhagen cost?
You can get tickets for the boat tour from €17.29.
How do I get tickets for the Copenhagen River Cruise?
What other providers of boat trips in Copenhagen are there?
There are other tours from the same provider (Stromma Danmark). The tours from "Hey Captain" are also well rated.
If the one-hour tours are over too quickly, you can also book a two-hour boat tour.
Do you think a Canal Tour in Copenhagen is worthwhile?
Yes, you have a great view of the city and its sights from the water and the canal. We also think that the prices are fair for a one-hour canal cruise. Our conclusion is therefore: Yes, it's worth it!
You should wear windproof, warm clothing if you take a boat trip in Copenhagen outside the summer months and find a seat on the outside deck. However, there are also seats inside.
Tip: If you are still unsure, then read this report on a boat tour in the Danish capital. Even though the weather and wind were fresh and a little uncomfortable, Gerhard enjoyed the tour, as he reports in his blog article.
Are there any videos and experience reports on boat tours in Copenhagen?
Who can I contact if I have questions about the tour?
If you have any questions about a boat trip, please contact the respective provider:
Strömma Danmark A/S: +45 32 96 30 00, info@stromma.dk
If you have already purchased a ticket from GetYourGuide and have a question about your booking, please contact their customer service.
Tip: There are also beautiful boat trips in other Scandinavian cities, e.g. Helsinki, Gothenburg and Stockholm.
Where do you get your knowledge from?
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