On the water · DENMARK HARBOUR CRUISES
The 8 denmark harbour cruises worth the ticket, with what each costs, how long it stays out and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason, so start there.
Cruise Copenhagen’s harbour for 105 minutes with a live guide in English or Danish. From Ved Stranden, you’ll pass Christiansborg, the Opera House, Amalienborg, the Little Mermaid, Nordhavn, Trekroner Fort, Reffen, Papirøen, and rawer southern harbour districts. The covered boat runs in rain or shine, with no food or drinks included.
“Very nice tour, we discovered all areas we were looking for”
Launch from Kalvebod Bølge and paddle a stable double sea kayak through Copenhagen Harbor and Christianshavn. A live Danish or English guide handles safety and route details, while you see Christiansborg, Børsen, the Royal Library, Blox, and more from the water. The tour suits beginners, but solo kayakers may find a single boat harder to handle.
“Jorn, our guide, was so passionate about showing us his take on Copenhagen architecture and always checking to make sure the group were safe and all together. Great tour with a lot of information to take in.”
Sail around Aarhus Harbour for 75 minutes with a live guide in English, German, or Danish. You’ll see DOKK1, Aarhus Ø, The Iceberg, the wooden ship harbour, old fishing boats, and the tugboat Jacob, with stories about Vikings, architecture, and local life. A bar, toilets, wheelchair access, and child activities make this a practical family outing.
Board beside DOKK1 for a 70-minute guided cruise through Aarhus Harbor. Your live guide speaks Danish and English while you see the Old Cathedral, Toldboden, the Marina, Aarhus Ø, and the Lighthouse. Weekday evening sailings follow the coast toward Riis Skov, and seasonal Christmas cruises run from November 7 to December 30.
“Sehr viel kürzere Fahrt (45min statt 70) Nach 30min gab es schon keine Getränke oder Speisen mehr, aus dem Grund dass es zu spät sei Guide spricht sehr viel mehr auf Dänisch als auf Englisch Enttäuschend”
This three-hour Copenhagen tour pairs a 5-kilometre city walk with a quiet electric harbor ferry ride and a café break. You meet under the clock at Central Station, pass Tivoli, Christiansborg, Nyhavn, the Little Mermaid, and Kastellet, then finish at Amalienborg for the Changing of the Guards. Guides include Emilie and Amalia.
“Thank you, Kristian, for joining a tour and for your review. We appreciate your note about our guide, and I will pass it on. Warm regards Ray / Go Like a Local”
Join Aros Cruises for a 75-minute Christmas harbor cruise from central Aarhus. A live guide speaks English, German, and Danish while you pass marinas, wooden ships, houseboats, fishing docks, Aarhus Ø architecture, and giant murals. The decorated ship has a bar, snacks, children’s activities, wheelchair access, and accessible toilets.
Meet guides such as Christian or Liv at Kalvebod Bølge for a two-hour English-language paddle through Copenhagen Harbor. You’ll pass bridges, Christianshavn, Thorvaldsens Museum, the Royal Library, a palace, and historic waterfront buildings. Kayaks, paddles, swim vests, changing rooms, and lockers are included.
“Liv was a great guide. She made sure we all felt comfortable and secure in our kayaking abilities and told great stories throughout the tour (we went on several tours while in Copenhagen and it was nice to hear something fresh and new). What a wonderful way to see the city! I would highly recommend.”
Paddle with a guide from Kalvebod Bølge through Christianhavn’s canals and Copenhagen Harbor. The two-hour outing includes about 75 minutes on the water, with stops for stories about Christiansborg Palace, Thorvaldsens Museum, Gammel Strand, and the Black Diamond. Liv is one guide noted for helpful equipment instruction and local insight. Tours run only in May and September.
“Excellent way to see the city and get some exercise and fresh air. Liv, our guide, was excellent with the equipment and helping ua get kitted out and onto the water — and an informative companion during the trip, giving us a local’s perspective on the city and the water.”
Fifty countries, one thing in common: the best view is from the deck.
