Walk & Ferry: Copenhagen Highlights + Change of Guards Finale
Overview
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3 hours
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See Copenhagen’s top sights by foot and ferry in a small group with a local host.
This guided walking tour of Copenhagen, by Go Like a Local, features highlights, hidden gems, and a 25-minute ferry ride midway, ending with the Changing of the Guards at the royal palace.
We begin with a 1-hour walk past major landmarks and hidden corners, before boarding the electric harbor ferry. Your host shares local stories, history, and points out must-see sights along the water.
After the ferry ride, 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 we reach the Palace.
The 9:00 AM tour ends with the full Changing of the Guards at 12.00.
All other tours includes a smaller version of the Changing of the Guards.
If the ferry is full or out of service (rare, mostly weekends), we follow the scenic walking route along the canal instead — still covering the full route, just 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‘s Included
Born-and-raised local host
Personal recommendations
Harbor ferry ride through the canals included
Premium small groups
What To Expect
Copenhagen Central Station
We begin at Copenhagen Central Station, a historic and bustling hub that connects the city. Let’s dive into its story and set the tone for our exploration.
Tivoli Gardens
We’ll stop outside the enchanting Tivoli Gardens, one of the world’s oldest amusement parks, and I’ll share its fascinating history and its role in inspiring Walt Disney.
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
Shared Tour
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
Reviews
416 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun tour of the city.
Andrew H,
Oct 4, 2025
- Viator
5.00Great tour! Otto was very knowledgeable and fun. We had a small group which made it fun. Would definitely recommend this tour
Great tour
Keith K,
Oct 3, 2025
- Viator
5.00Fantastic city tour which takes in all the main sites. Our guide, Michael was excellent and very knowledgeable.
Super small group morning walking tour led by Eric.
Tania I,
Sep 30, 2025
- Viator
5.00Super small group morning walking tour led by Eric. We met and talked with some lovely fellow travellers as we were taken around some of the interesting sights of Copenhagen with information and background provided by Eric, who was very knowledgeable about the history and people of this fabulous city. The group was led at a manageable pace and we covered a good amount of ground aided by a short trip on the Canal bus. Super end to the tour with the changing of the Guard at the Amalienborg Palace. Highly recommended.
Copenhagen with a local guide.
Tammy B,
Sep 27, 2025
- Viator
5.00Small group with our local guide, Micheal who was informative, fun & shared a lot of stories & info about Copenhagen’s culture & history.
Incredible!
Micky W,
Sep 26, 2025
- Viator
5.00The Tour Guide was incredible. Incredible knowledge of the local and general history of the city. The trip was great and really covered so much of the city. Loved that we went on the ferry as well and the changing of the guards was super cool. Highly recommend
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