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 & 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
Combo Canal + Highlights
Two tours in one: Walk & Canal Tour 9:00–12:00, lunch break on your own, then the Highlights & Hidden Gems Tour 1:00–3:00 PM. Duration: 6 hours
Shared Tour
German Tour
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
Reviews
763 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great tour!
Houdoni,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great tour. Very interesting! Our guide was Kim (a man) and he was really great. Very insightful. I'd recommend this tour. My wife wanted to see the changing of the guards and it was really pretty cool. Worth doing!
Excellent Tour
Q8995JUcathyc,May 13, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kim was an excellent tour guide. He was informative, interesting, and funny! We covered a lot of ground so be prepared to walk and learn.
Tim was an interesting and funny guide
Hbartnick,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We did a lot of walking in the 3 hour, small group tour. Tim was terrific and shared lots of history with us.
The Best Walking Tour Guide in Copenhagen
Nelson Q,May 12, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Kim is considered one of the best tour guide that we met. He has a good sense of humor, keeps us awake all the duration of the the tour. He’s very knowledgeable & friendly.
Great high level overview of Copenhagen
StacMKE,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Our guide was knowledgeable and friendly. We did miss a boat stop, which she had to adjust for, but she took care of issues that arose with professionalism and kept pretty close to our schedule.
Ken
Ken S,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We thoroughly enjoyed this tour with our tour guide Kim as he explained the history of the various neighborhoods of Copenhagen, mixed in with his personal life stories. Highly recommended.
Kim the great!
941vih,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Kim was a wonderful host. His charm, stories and historical knowledge made our experience more memorable. Thank you for a delightful welcome to Copenhagen!
Great Tour
Scenic649918,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a wonderful walk around Copenhagen today. Also got to take a canal tour. Our guide was the best! He told us so much about Copenhagen and it's history. Would highly recommend this tour!
Very nice Copenhagen walking tour in ENGLISH
martinsH2916JI,May 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00From inquiry to booking to tour/city tour everything worked great. Guide Jacob guided us in a very good German through the very interesting city tour, where he told us a lot about the history of the city and the sights. Even questions he answered very extensively. All around a very nice tour of at least almost 3.5 hours.
Excellent introductory walking tour with ferry ride and highlights
Teresa K,May 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent introductory walking tour of Copenhagen with a ferry ride around the harbour good historical information with a knowledgeable guide. All the highlights and must see things including the little mermaid and palaces with changing of the guard at close quarters
From DKK 475.00
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