Canal tour
Canal Tours Copenhagen
The city seen from the water: the most relaxing way to take in Nyhavn, Christianshavn and the Opera House in one go.
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Opening hours to be checkedPrice to be checkedVisit: 1 hWith children
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The flat-bottomed boats pass under the low bridges of Christianshavn and out into the harbour. Ideal on your first day for getting to grips with the city’s geography.
Our tipIncluded in the Copenhagen Card. Prices and times vary by season and operator: check them when you are about to go.
Visiting Canal tour: the essentials
How long should you allow?
Allow about 1 h on site.
How much does it cost?
Price varies by operator: to be checked.
How do you get there?
Metro M3, M4: Gammel Strand. Address: Gammel Strand, 1202 København K.
Is the Copenhagen Card accepted?
Yes, according to the card’s website.
Can you go when it rains?
The visit is mostly outdoors, so bring something to keep you dry.
In our routes
Nearby
- Christiansborg Palace170 m as the crow flies
- The Black Diamond470 m as the crow flies
- National Museum of Denmark470 m as the crow flies
- Round Tower (Rundetaarn)520 m as the crow flies
Sources consulted on 2 November 2026