Explore Copenhagen by boat

Copenhagen is a city that can be enjoyed on both land and water.

With its many canals and harbour, the Danish capital is the perfect place for a boat trip.

Come on board and discover the best ways to visit Copenhagen from a boat.

Excursion on the canals of Copenhagen

This is obviously the must-do activity on your visit to Copenhagen!

Favourite ❤️ For a complete guided experience, we recommend the boat cruise offered by Stromma Danmark, a company with an excellent reputation. Cruises are available in summer and winter.

Tickets: canal cruise

For our part, we use the Get Your Guide booking site, which offers the possibility of cancelling tickets up to 24 hours before the date of an activity and thus obtaining a full refund.

Boat rental without licence

🌿GoBoats is the eco-friendly way to visit the canals at your own pace.

These small, easy-to-operate solar-powered boats let you cruise the canals at your leisure.

You can explore neighborhoods like Christianshavn or see iconic monuments like Christiansborg Castle at your own pace, away from the usual tourist routes.

• No permit required.
• Sleeps up to 8.
• Quiet electric motor.
• Sails at a leisurely speed of 3 to 4 knots.

🌟 We advise you to sail for 2 or 3 hours to have time to complete the entire route. Don’t forget to bring your picnic or aperitif! (prices from €50 per boat)

More information about yacht charter in Copenhagen

Boat-bus with public transport

A final option for getting around on the water in Copenhagen, the water buses included in the public transport network, enable you to travel between different districts of Copenhagen.

A dozen stops are served, including

• Refshaleøen (Reffen Food)
• Nordre Toldbod (the Little Mermaid statue)
• Operaen (near the opera)
• Nyhavn, Knippelsbro (Christianshavn district)
• Det Kongelige Bibliotek (Royal Library and Danish Architecture Center)

Price :

• Adult ticket 24 DKK (equivalent to 3.20 euros)
• Same tickets as for metro and bus
• Copenhagen city pass: all public transport included

Water experiments in Copenhagen

Here are some other ideas for experiences on the water in Copenhagen:

A drink with your feet in the water

Numerous floating cafés offer the perfect break after an excursion on the water.

• Christianshavn Boat Rentals & Café, located in the charming historic district of Christianshavn, is a great place to enjoy a coffee while watching the boats go by.

• Green Island is a floating café that combines eco-responsibility and local cuisine. An ideal place to enjoy the sun in summer, or even a cosy moment when Copenhagen in winter reveals its charms.

A unique experience on the water

For wellness enthusiasts, CopenHot offers floating jacuzzis and saunas for relaxing while enjoying breathtaking views of the city.

Whether you want to discover Copenhagen in summer or in the rain, these facilities offer an unforgettable experience.

Dive into the harbour waters

Copenhagen’s quayside pools, like those atIslands Brygge, offer a unique swimming experience right in the heart of the city.

Located in the harbor, they allow you to bathe in clean waters while enjoying panoramic views of modern architecture and historic buildings.

These areas are very popular, especially in summer, and include children’s pools, diving boards and relaxation areas.

Experience an unforgettable night in a floating hotel

Located on a man-made island in Copenhagen harbor, Island Hotel offers a unique waterfront experience with panoramic harbor views and elegant rooms.

It combines contemporary design with luxury amenities, and is close to major attractions such as Tivoli amusement park and the city center.

👉See our selection ofbudget hotels in Copenhagen

Enjoy the city at your own pace, combining a boat trip, a bike ride through the cobbled streets of the Indre By district, a stop at the National Museum of Denmark or why not a visit to the emblematic Chritiania district.