About this tour
When Charlie from our team booked the private Gitzmo boat tour, we expected a standard harbour cruise—instead we got a genuinely relaxed float through Copenhagen's most famous waterfront landmarks. The 2-hour route takes you past Amalienborg Palace, Nyhavn's colourful facades, the Royal Danish Opera House, and yes, the Little Mermaid statue. The boat itself is intimate and well-kept, with Gitzmo the resident Yorkshire terrier (three years old, delightfully social) making the rounds. It's the kind of thing that works best on a calm, dry summer's day when you want to see the city from the water without the fuss of a packed tour boat.
Highlights
- Glide past Amalienborg Palace and Nyhavn without fighting crowds onshore
- Gitzmo the terrier steals the show—genuinely friendly and great with passengers
- Nope-free experience: just you, the water, Copenhagen's landmarks
- Bottled water included; other drinks available to buy on board
- Works well for families with prams or service animal owners
- Weather-dependent: cancellations with full refunds if rain or wind hits
- Intimate group size keeps things comfortable and social
What to expect
Charlie found the cruise straightforward and pleasantly low-key. You board, settle in, and spend two hours drifting past Copenhagen's postcard-worthy spots—the palace, the opera house, the statue, Nyhavn's rainbow warehouses. The pace is unhurried, which means plenty of time to snap photos or just sit with a coffee. The boat is comfortable rather than swish, and Gitzmo's presence adds personality without being intrusive.
What's worth knowing: the tour hinges entirely on weather. A grey, blustery day means cancellation and refund, so don't book this as your backup plan on iffy forecast days. The route is scenic but leisurely—if you're after a high-energy sightseeing blitz, this isn't it. Walking disability and spinal injury concerns should be flagged; the boat's layout and movement aren't ideal for everyone. Bring cash if you want a beer or soft drink beyond the complimentary water.
Good to know
This is genuinely relaxing. You see the major sights from a perspective most tourists miss, without the legwork or crowds. Gitzmo is a real draw if you like dogs. It suits families (prams welcome), older travellers who want a rest from walking, and anyone after a low-pressure way to cover ground. The small group size means it feels personal, not like a factory tour.
Weather cancellations are a real risk in Copenhagen—book with flexibility, not on a tight schedule. People with walking or spinal issues should skip this or check accessibility details first. The boat isn't huge, so if rough water bothers you, pick a calm day. Bottled water's included, but other drinks cost extra. Smoking banned onboard. Peak summer means it books up; book ahead.
Bring layers and sunscreen. The tour is 2 hours. Full refund if cancelled. Suitable for all fitness levels in theory, but walking disabilities and spinal injuries not recommended. Prams and service animals allowed.
Tour sold and operated by Viator via Viator. Descriptions on this page are original BugBitten summaries written by our team — not copied from the operator. Prices and availability are confirmed at checkout.