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Evening swim in Copenhagen harbour

Port of Copenhagen

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Northern Europe's preferred turnaround port

Strategically located in the Baltic Sea, Copenhagen offers excellent conditions for cruise operations, combining a well-connected international airport, flexible turnaround facilities, and efficient infrastructure. As one of Northern Europe's largest cruise ports, Copenhagen can accommodate even the world's largest cruise ships while ensuring seamless experiences for cruise lines, crew, and guests.

With three centrally located cruise quays, short transfer times, and easy access to hotels, attractions, and dining, Copenhagen is the preferred turnaround port in Northern Europe and an ideal destination for pre- and post-cruise stays.

Copenhagen quay facts

Why Guests Love Copenhagen

Cruise Operations in Copenhagen

Located in the Baltic Sea region, Copenhagen offers strong connectivity, well-developed cruise infrastructure, and facilities for turnaround operations. The city is served by Copenhagen Airport, one of Scandinavia’s major international airports, providing connections to destinations across Europe and beyond, making travel convenient for both cruise guests and crew.

Copenhagen is among the larger cruise ports in Northern Europe and can accommodate some of the world’s largest cruise ships. The port offers turnaround facilities across three dedicated cruise quays, supported by close cooperation between the port, airport, local authorities, and industry partners.

With short transfer times, a wide range of hotels, diverse dining options, and many attractions located close to the cruise terminals, Copenhagen also provides good opportunities for pre- and post-cruise stays.

 

The practical stuff

Let us help you with your Copenhagen planning, but why not start by downloading a free online city map? When your guests arrive in Copenhagen, they will be greeted by the friendly staff from Copenhagen Visitor Service with free city maps and helpful tips for their stay. 

Explore the best of Copenhagen city

Here you will find inspiration for attractions, hotels, events, and shore excursions in Copenhagen.

You will find The Little Mermaid right next to the cruise ports, and from there, you can take the bicycle around to the Operahouse, Amalienborg Palace – the queen's home, Marble Church, and Tivoli. In Copenhagen, your guests can explore many attractions and dining places.

Copenhagen cruise port information and quay facility facts

The Port of Copenhagen, Copenhagen Malmö Port (CMP), offers three cruise quays in Copenhagen: Ocean Quay, Langelinie, and Nordre Toldbod, which you can find detailed information about below. For berth reservations, prices, etc., we recommend getting in touch with Copenhagen Malmö Port or our local port agencies.