Walk & Canal Tour: Copenhagen Highlights + Changing of the Guards
Overview
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3 hours
Mobile ticket
Experience the best of the city with a local host on this combined walking and canal tour by Go Like a Local. Discover top sights, hidden gems & enjoy a 25-minute harbor ferry ride, ending with the Changing of the Guards at the royal palace.
We begin with a 1-hour walk before boarding the electric harbor ferry, a local way to enjoy a canal tour in Copenhagen. Your host shares stories, and insider tips as we glide through the city’s waterways.
After the ferry, we continue another hour on foot, passing the star-shaped 1600s fortress and the Little Mermaid. A short café stop offers time to rest and chat before reaching Amalienborg Palace.
The 9:00 AM & 09:30 AM tours finish with the full Changing of the Guards at noon.
Later departures include a smaller version of the ceremony.
If the ferry is full or out of service (rare, mostly weekends), we follow the scenic canal route on foot instead, covering the full itinerary with 2 extra km.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Copenhagen Central Station
Copenhagen Central Station – where our local adventure begins We meet inside Copenhagen Central Station, right in the middle of the main hall, beneath the large round analog clock next to the 7-Eleven. (There are two 7-Elevens, so look for the one by the clock.) It’s an easy and central spot — a classic Copenhagen meeting point that almost every Dane has used at some point in their life. Our small-group walking tour begins here, at the city’s historic and bustling transport hub. For more than a century, this grand station has connected locals, travelers, and stories from near and far — making it the perfect place to begin your journey through the city. Before we head out, your local guide will share the story behind this landmark and set the tone for your authentic Copenhagen experience, blending history, culture, and the everyday rhythm of local life.
Tivoli Gardens
Tivoli Gardens – where history, magic, and inspiration meet We’ll stop outside the enchanting Tivoli Gardens, one of the world’s oldest and most beloved amusement parks, and a true cultural landmark in the heart of Copenhagen. Founded in 1843, Tivoli has captivated visitors for generations with its timeless charm, twinkling lights, and romantic atmosphere — a place where locals and travelers alike come to feel a touch of wonder. From the outside, you’ll get a glimpse of the historic entrance and ornate pavilions, and I’ll share the fascinating story of how Tivoli inspired Walt Disney to create Disneyland after his visit here in the 1950s. Beyond the rides, Tivoli represents the very essence of Danish “hygge”, creativity, and design — a living symbol of how Copenhagen blends tradition, art, and joy into everyday life. A short stop, but one that captures the city’s playful soul and its enduring love for imagination.
What‘s Included
Born-and-raised local host
Personal recommendations
Harbor ferry ride through the canals included
Premium small groups
Options
Private Tour
Private Walk & Ferry tour: Discover Copenhagen with your own host: hidden gems, a scenic harbor ferry ride, and the Royal Changing of the Guards
Combo Tour: Ferry + Highlights
Two tours in one: Walk & Ferry 9:00–12:00, lunch break on your own, then Highlights & Hidden Gems 1:00–3:00 PM.
Duration: 6 hours
Shared Tour
German Tour
Reviews
562 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing
Tourist33737544804,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing experience. Seen all town and enjoyed it, besides the cold. Amazing pictured. Good historical knowledge. Loved it! Recommend a lot.
Just right for the time we had; relaxed and enjoyable.
Q8923RWjulieb,,Jan 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We would definitely recommend a tour with Michael. The duration was long enough to not get too tired and kept us engaged in and informed about Denmark’s history and culture. Michael also gave us tips on other things we planned to see for ourselves, including which beer to try at the Carlsberg museum. Michael made it feel like it was a small group of friends spending time together on a walk rather than the usual blink and its gone experiences walking tours can sometimes be by trying to cram too much in. If the tour was porridge, Goldilocks would say that it was just right.
100% recommend! Signe was great.
Alex B,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide, Signe, was amazing! She was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions about the city and Danish history. The tour itself was perfect and covered a lot of ground and a lot of really important areas of the city. 100% recommend!
Great experience
I2570VWstefang,,Jan 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Good atmosphere, competent management, well prepared 👍lots of background knowledge beautiful stories around it Humorous
Good walking tour to understand the city
georginat552,,Jan 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Interesting and covered a good area. Our guide was very well spoken (in English) and knowledgeable. The tour focussed quite heavily on the historical information.
Was a very friendly knowledgeable tour guide. Saw a lot of sights and viewpoints
JulieM392,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00It was a really good tour excellent overview of the city and lots of information v friendly knowledgable your guide recommend
Brief overview of Denmark, history and culture
Joseph B,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00You have to be prepared to walk. Interesting overview of history and cultural background of the country
Great overview of Copenhagen
Jill C,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Wonderful informative tour of Copenhagen without the corny jokes that often accompany these tours. Our guide Maybritt was fantastic and took time to get to know every guest and make the tour memorable for all of us. Highly recommend!
Great overview of Copenhagen!
Jill C,,Jan 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Wonderful informative tour full of information without the corny jokes that often accompany these tours. Our guide Maybritt was fantastic. She took time to get to know every guest and make the tour meaningful for all of us. Highly recommend.
Walking tour in Copenhagen
Sydneyreviewer28,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a great time on the walking tour around Copenhagen. Excellent local guide that gave interesting facts and information about the city. Would recommend this company.
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