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Nyhavn Canal & Harbour Private Boat Experience

See Copenhagen from the water on a private guided harbour cruise past Nyhavn's iconic coloured facades, the Opera House, and the Little Mermaid. The city's architecture is simply stunning from the canals.

What to expect

Board at Nyhavn or Gammel Strand and slip beneath the city's iconic low bridges, weaving through canals lined with 17th-century merchants' houses. Your guide narrates the stories behind the Royal Library's 'Black Diamond', the sweeping curves of the Copenhagen Opera House, and the quiet story of the Little Mermaid perched on her harbour rock. On the private charter, you set the agenda — pause for photos, extend a stretch, or request a detour into the inner harbour. It's Copenhagen's best perspective, full stop.

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Copenhagen Canal Boat Cruise and City, Nyhavn Walking Tour
DKK 1,736 per person (about $273)
Run by Stromma | Canal Tours Copenhagen from Nyhavn | Departure Point
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Good to know

Canal Tours Copenhagen departs from Nyhavn, a 20-minute walk or short taxi from Langelinie cruise pier. Pre-book the private charter directly via Stromma's website. The Grand Tour runs approx. 1 hour; allow 2.5 hours total including transit.

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Luxury cruises that call at Copenhagen — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.

Oceania · Oceania Insignia
10 nights · round-trip from Copenhagen, Denmark
from $3,330
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Explora Journeys · EXPLORA V
13 nights · calls at Copenhagen
from $4,350
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Azamara · Azamara Quest
10 nights · round-trip from Copenhagen, Denmark
from $4,399
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Explora Journeys · EXPLORA IV
14 nights · round-trip from Copenhagen, Denmark
from $4,550
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