Copenhagen: Streets and Canals of the Danish Capital. Walking Tour + Canal Cruise
We invite you to explore Copenhagen — a city where cozy canals and royal palaces coexist with modern design and contemporary art. History and innovation blend here, creating the distinctive atmosphere that makes Denmark’s capital truly special.
Over the course of three hours, you will stroll through historic streets and squares, discover the city’s most iconic sights, and experience Copenhagen from the water during a scenic canal cruise.
The tour begins in the very heart of the city, at City Hall Square, where past and present meet. From here, you will walk along Strøget, one of Europe’s longest pedestrian and shopping streets, leading into Copenhagen’s historic center. Along the way, you will see Copenhagen Cathedral, the Round Tower—mentioned by Hans Christian Andersen—and the University of Copenhagen, where many prominent Danes once studied.
Wandering through narrow streets and historic neighborhoods, you will feel the spirit of old Copenhagen and get a sense of how the city lives today. You will arrive at Nyhavn, the capital’s most picturesque waterfront, famous for its colorful houses reflected in the water. From here, the boat tour begins — a relaxing canal cruise that reveals the city from a completely new perspective.
As the boat glides through the canals and the guide shares stories and insights, you will see Christiansborg Palace, the center of Denmark’s political life, the historic Stock Exchange, and the striking Black Diamond, the modern extension of the Royal Library. You will pass through the charming canals of Christianshavn, green waterfront areas, and contemporary architectural ensembles that have made Copenhagen a symbol of harmony between tradition and innovation.
After the cruise, the walking tour continues. You will visit Amalienborg Palace, the residence of the Danish king and queen, and finally meet the city’s most famous resident — the Little Mermaid, the famous character from Andersen’s fairy tale and one of Copenhagen’s most recognizable symbols.
An experienced guide will share stories about Denmark’s royal history, city legends, and Copenhagen’s past and present. You will discover why Danes are so devoted to their royal family, how the city’s symbols came into being, and what makes Copenhagen one of Europe’s most romantic capitals.
- Copenhagen City Hall
- Strøget pedestrian and shopping street
- Copenhagen Cathedral
- University of Copenhagen buildings
- The Round Tower
- Nyhavn waterfront
- Amalienborg Royal Residence
- The Marble Church
- Gefion Fountain
- The Little Mermaid
- Christiansborg Palace
- The Black Diamond (Royal Library)
- Christianshavn district
- Church of Our Saviour with its spiral tower
- Modern waterfront architecture
- services of a professional Copenhagen guide
- Walking tour, 3 hours
- Copenhagen canals cruise, 1 hour (price 23 euro/person)
- Transportation (car / minivan / minibus)
- Meals during the tour
- Other personal expenses
Please note that the order of sightseeing stops may vary depending on the meeting point and current conditions in the city.