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title: "Copenhagen Cruise Port"
url: https://cruisello.com/destinations/baltic/copenhagen
description: "Fairy tales, design, and hygge by the harbour"
---

# Copenhagen

🇩🇰 · Denmark · Baltic

> "Fairy tales, design, and hygge by the harbour"

## At a Glance

- **Avg. Ships/Day:** 1.4
- **Avg. Time in Port:** 9.7h
- **Departure Sailings:** 192
- **Visiting Sailings:** 834
- **Cruise Lines:** 12

## Photos

- ![Copenhagen, Denmark](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/baltic/copenhagen/copenhagen-unsplash-3-zgrsirryy.webp) Photo by [Nick Karvounis](https://unsplash.com/@nickkarvounis?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral) on [Unsplash](https://unsplash.com/?utm_source=cruisello&utm_medium=referral)
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- ![Copenhagen, Denmark](https://cruisello.com/img/ports/baltic/copenhagen/copenhagen-pixabay-4441321.webp) © [LaustLauridsen / Pixabay Content License](https://pixabay.com/photos/copenhagen-city-hall-summer-skyline-4441321/)
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## Peak season

May – Sep

1,093 sailings over the next 12 months

Busiest months: Jul (207 sailings), Jun (181 sailings), May (178 sailings)

## About Copenhagen

Copenhagen manages to feel both old and modern without forcing the contrast. Most cruise ships dock at Oceankaj, from where a shuttle or metro ride brings you to the city centre. Nyhavn, the postcard canal lined with coloured 17th-century townhouses, is always busy but still worth a walk. From there, the Little Mermaid statue is a ten-minute stroll along the harbour, and Tivoli Gardens, the amusement park that inspired Walt Disney, is a short walk in the other direction. Bikes outnumber cars here, and renting one is the fastest way to cover ground.

For food, try smørrebrød (open-faced sandwiches) at a traditional lunch spot or pick up a pølse (hot dog) from a street cart. The Round Tower gives an elevated view of the old city's spires and rooftops. Strøget, one of Europe's longest pedestrian shopping streets, runs through the centre. Christiania, the self-proclaimed free town, is a strange and interesting detour. Danish kroner is the currency, though most places accept cards. English is spoken almost everywhere.

## Your day in Copenhagen

Ships dock at Oceankaj, and a shuttle, a bus to the metro or a bike from the ship gets you into town.

### Map

- **Cruise terminal**: Oceankaj Terminal 1 (Ocean Quay C331) (55.71384, 12.62109)

Walking times from the cruise terminal:


Map data with the walking areas: [GeoJSON](https://cruisello.com/api/day-in-port/6addb638-833a-4f20-985d-e67b00dae977.geojson)

### What to see

#### Nyhavn

Canal dug in the 1670s, lined with coloured townhouses and old ships. Metro, about 30 min. (55.67974, 12.59091)

![Nyhavn](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1761408631616-28be60406669?ixid=M3w5Nzg1OTl8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHw4fHxOeWhhdm4lMjBDb3BlbmhhZ2VufGVufDF8fHx8MTc5MzY5MTYwN3ww&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&w=1440&fit=max&auto=format&q=75)
Photo: [Bob Jenkin](https://unsplash.com/@bobj245), [Unsplash License](https://unsplash.com/license), [source](https://unsplash.com/photos/colorful-buildings-line-a-harbor-with-boats-rgoK-w86-RI)

#### The Little Mermaid

Bronze statue by Edvard Eriksen from 1913 on a rock by the harbour. Taxi, about 10 min. (55.69287, 12.59929)

![The Little Mermaid](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1765426965197-f6d1b52977de?ixid=M3w5Nzg1OTl8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxNnx8VGhlJTIwTGl0dGxlJTIwTWVybWFpZCUyMENvcGVuaGFnZW58ZW58MXx8fHwxNzkzNjkxNTY1fDA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&w=1440&fit=max&auto=format&q=75)
Photo: [Dean Zhang](https://unsplash.com/@startdig), [Unsplash License](https://unsplash.com/license), [source](https://unsplash.com/photos/the-little-mermaid-statue-in-copenhagen-harbor-2gwwVM43--0)

#### Tivoli Gardens

Amusement park from 1843 with gardens, rides and open-air stages. Metro, about 40 min. (55.67343, 12.56858)

Tickets: [Tivoli Gardens: Entry Ticket + Optional Ride Pass](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/tiqets/1121827?via=markdown) from €28

![Tivoli Gardens](https://cruisello.com/img/places/Q110289/1f18b393f820a96d-1440.webp)
Photo: [Bob Jenkin](https://www.pexels.com/@bob-jenkin-2007649943), [Pexels License](https://www.pexels.com/license/), [source](https://www.pexels.com/photo/vibrant-spring-scene-at-tivoli-gardens-copenhagen-30208158/)

#### Amalienborg

Four royal Rococo palaces around a square, with a daily changing of the guard. Metro, about 30 min. (55.68398, 12.59314)

![Amalienborg](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1578488802937-0a67b82da381?ixid=M3w5Nzg1OTl8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwyNHx8QW1hbGllbmJvcmclMjBDb3BlbmhhZ2VufGVufDF8fHx8MTc5MzY5NTIzMXww&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&w=1440&fit=max&auto=format&q=75)
Photo: [Falco Negenman](https://unsplash.com/@f9lco), [Unsplash License](https://unsplash.com/license), [source](https://unsplash.com/photos/amalienborg-palace-in-copenhagen-denmark-LjUBAtq6BcQ)

#### Rosenborg Castle

Renaissance castle by Christian IV holding the crown jewels. Metro, about 35 min. (55.68569, 12.57743)

![Rosenborg Castle](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1594907912929-884e283e28a7?ixid=M3w5Nzg1OTl8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxfHxSb3NlbmJvcmclMjBDYXN0bGUlMjBDb3BlbmhhZ2VufGVufDF8fHx8MTc5MzY5NTI4NXww&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&w=1440&fit=max&auto=format&q=75)
Photo: [Javier Rincón](https://unsplash.com/@mj_rincon), [Unsplash License](https://unsplash.com/license), [source](https://unsplash.com/photos/brown-and-blue-concrete-building-under-blue-sky-during-daytime-3GvnmppxG3k)

#### Christiansborg Palace

Parliament and royal reception rooms on the Slotsholmen islet. Metro, about 35 min. (55.67565, 12.57906)

![Christiansborg Palace](https://cruisello.com/img/places/Q940733/90d4ed0e422ecc66-1440.webp)
Photo: Julian Herzog ( Website ), [CC BY 4.0](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/), [source](https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Christiansborg_Slot_Copenhagen_2014_01.jpg)

#### Rundetaarn

17th-century tower with a spiral ramp up to a city view. Metro, about 35 min. (55.68136, 12.57579)

![Rundetaarn](https://images.unsplash.com/photo-1613139711536-2dd70124fba7?ixid=M3w5Nzg1OTl8MHwxfHNlYXJjaHwxMHx8UnVuZGV0YWFybiUyMENvcGVuaGFnZW58ZW58MXx8fHwxNzkzNzAyNjUwfDA&ixlib=rb-4.1.0&w=1440&fit=max&auto=format&q=75)
Photo: [Julien Chatelain](https://unsplash.com/@jchatelain), [Unsplash License](https://unsplash.com/license), [source](https://unsplash.com/photos/white-concrete-building-with-glass-windows-p7YlO9McTVk)

#### Freetown Christiania

Self-governing neighbourhood founded in 1971 on a former barracks. Metro, about 40 min. (55.67721, 12.60533)

![Freetown Christiania](https://cruisello.com/img/places/Q202206/e41805130cc8ef8f-1440.webp)
Photo: [Pedro Silva](https://www.pexels.com/@pedro-silva-473904579), [Pexels License](https://www.pexels.com/license/), [source](https://www.pexels.com/photo/colorful-mural-on-building-in-freetown-christiania-38339720/)

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## Quick facts

- **Currency:** Danish Krone (DKK) · €10 ≈ DKK 75
- **Language:** Danish
- **Timezone:** Europe/Copenhagen (UTC+1)
- **Tipping:** Service included; not expected

## Location

Coordinates: 55.7137, 12.6213

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## Things to do in Copenhagen

Top-rated shore excursions that fit a typical ~10h port call

| Tour | Rating | Duration | Times | Fits Port Day | From | Provider |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| [Copenhagen Walking Tour: Politically Incorrect Intro](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/f66170cf-2e99-4a4f-9385-f284c08bff6a?via=markdown) | 4.9★ (3,247) | 2h | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM | Fits your port day | €30 | Viator |
| [Original Copenhagen food tour: 8 tastings, full meal & VIP access](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/dfa99ee9-1019-4170-bd72-ef2eee57883f?via=markdown) | 4.8★ (1,209) | 4h | 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, 10:30 AM–2:30 PM, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM, 11:30 AM–3:30 PM, 12:30 PM–4:30 PM | Fits your port day | €130 | Viator |
| [Copenhagen Highlights 3 Hour Bike Tour with local Guide](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/2b3b7e0e-f39c-4c2b-86b4-ebcd8b99ebe9?via=markdown) | 4.9★ (1,648) | 3h | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM, 10:30 AM–1:30 PM, 11:00 AM–2:00 PM, 11:30 AM–2:30 PM, 12:00 PM–3:00 PM, 2:00 PM–5:00 PM, 2:30 PM–5:30 PM | Fits your port day | €48 | Viator |
| [Social Sailing - Copenhagen Canal Tour - Captain's Favorite](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/0628a2f7-8bdc-4e69-9d11-5b86503327ea?via=markdown) | 4.9★ (1,766) | 3h | 1:00 PM–4:00 PM | Fits your port day | €93 | Viator |
| [Party Pub Crawl Copenhagen](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/9271bf58-91ff-41aa-9b05-636246a087eb?via=markdown) | 4.8★ (895) | 4h | 8:00 PM–12:00 AM+1 | Fits your port day | €32 | Viator |
| [Exclusive Guided Boat Tour in Copenhagen](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/f09fbfd2-ea28-4bba-97fd-2e182dd8a0f4?via=markdown) | 4.7★ (255) | 1h 10m | 10:15 AM–11:25 AM, 11:00 AM–12:10 PM, 11:15 AM–12:25 PM, 12:30 PM–1:40 PM, 1:00 PM–2:10 PM, 2:00 PM–3:10 PM, 2:45 PM–3:55 PM, 3:30 PM–4:40 PM, 4:30 PM–5:40 PM, 5:00 PM–6:10 PM, 5:15 PM–6:25 PM, 6:30 PM–7:40 PM | Fits your port day | €36 | Viator |
| [Malmö from Copenhagen: Two countries in half a day (Train & Fika)](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/c5bce17f-eea8-47ab-9e46-3a3579f31062?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (71) | 4h | 9:00 AM–1:00 PM, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM, 11:00 AM–3:00 PM, 12:00 PM–4:00 PM | Fits your port day | €138 | Viator |
| [Private Copenhagen Boat cruise in Scandinavian mahogany boat](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/669b356a-f9df-4aaf-95ec-c93ade18fc4f?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (191) | 1h | 10:00 AM–11:00 AM, 11:15 AM–12:15 PM, 12:45 PM–1:45 PM, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM | Fits your port day | €82 | Viator |
| [1 Hour Copenhagen Segway Tour](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/515e36ad-f412-4d57-997f-df373b8046c5?via=markdown) | 4.9★ (139) | 1h 15m | 11:00 AM–12:15 PM, 2:00 PM–3:15 PM | Fits your port day | €58 | Viator |
| [The Art of Baking Danish Pastry](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/1f66a1ec-4767-4f97-8d4f-19d7d2dd88c4?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (319) | 3h 30m | 9:00 AM–12:30 PM | Fits your port day | €99 | Viator |
| [Private Hippies & Christianshavn Politically Incorrect Tour](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/6f971fb1-ee82-437c-9326-4d290ac02bce?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (123) | 1h 30m | 8:00 AM–9:30 AM, 9:00 AM–10:30 AM, 10:00 AM–11:30 AM, 11:00 AM–12:30 PM, 12:00 PM–1:30 PM, 1:00 PM–2:30 PM, 2:00 PM–3:30 PM, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM, 4:00 PM–5:30 PM, 5:00 PM–6:30 PM | Fits your port day | €315 | Viator |
| [Da Vinci Escape Room](https://cruisello.com/gogogo/excursion/f376beb0-f5d7-4b3d-9ea3-e86b8295a087?via=markdown) | 5.0★ (489) | 1h 30m | 9:00 AM–10:30 AM, 10:30 AM–12:00 PM, 12:00 PM–1:30 PM, 1:30 PM–3:00 PM, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM, 4:30 PM–6:00 PM, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM, 7:30 PM–9:00 PM, 9:00 PM–10:30 PM | Fits your port day | €232 | Viator |

Total review count and overall rating based on Viator and Tripadvisor reviews.

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## Nearby ports

- [Ystad](https://cruisello.com/destinations/baltic/ystad.md): 83 km (45 nm) · Sweden
- [Nyborg](https://cruisello.com/destinations/baltic/nyborg.md): 122 km (66 nm) · Denmark
- [Bornholm](https://cruisello.com/destinations/baltic/bornholm.md): 148 km (80 nm) · Denmark

## Cruise lines stopping here

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## Cheapest Available Sailing

**[View this cruise →](https://cruisello.com/cruises/danish-tides-copenhagen-aarhus~AIDA-AIDAPERLA-20271211-3.md)**

- **Price:** €400 per person (€800 total for 2 guests)
- **Cruise Line:** [AIDA Cruises](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/aida-cruises.md)
- **Ship:** [AIDAperla](https://cruisello.com/cruise-lines/aida-cruises/aidaperla.md)
- **Duration:** 3 nights
- **Departure:** 2027-12-11
- **Itinerary:** Danish Tides – Copenhagen & Aarhus

## Cruises from Copenhagen

Prices are per person, two sharing.

| Cruise | Ship | Line | From | Departure | Nights | Price |
|------|------|------|------|------|------|------|
| [Amber & Cobblestone – Copenhagen, Hamburg & Paris](https://cruisello.com/cruises/amber-cobblestone-copenhagen-hamburg-paris~NCL-STAR-20270429-10.md) | Norwegian Star | Norwegian Cruise Line | 🇬🇧 Southampton | 2027-04-29 | 10 | €1,088 |
| [Gilded Spires – Stockholm & Copenhagen](https://cruisello.com/cruises/gilded-spires-stockholm-copenhagen~AIDA-AIDAMAR-20270424-7.md) | AIDAmar | AIDA Cruises | 🇩🇪 Warnemünde (Rostock) | 2027-04-24 | 7 | €935 |
| [Grand European Tour – Paris, Copenhagen & Amsterdam](https://cruisello.com/cruises/grand-european-tour-paris-copenhagen-amsterdam~CCL-MIRACLE-20270529-9.md) | Carnival Miracle | Carnival Cruise Line | 🇬🇧 Dover | 2027-05-29 | 9 | €1,076 |

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