Amsterdam City Centre Cruise with Free Hidden Gems map
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Step aboard for an enchanting journey through Amsterdam’s iconic canals, designated a UNESCO World Heritage site. Admire stunning views of landmarks like the Anne Frank House, the Golden Bend, and the Skinny Bridge.
Hidden Gems Map
Discover Amsterdam beyond the canals with our Hidden Gem Map, a special bonus with the Amsterdam Canal Cruise (100 Highlights). Available only for Canal cruise bookings on travel dates 17th of March till 30th of July. The 30th of July is the last day the map is included.
Curated by local guide Willemijn Van Breda, the map features 50 hidden gems across every district, plus 2 self-guided walking routes. You’ll also receive a fun city game with questions to play along the routes.
To collect your map + city game, show your cruise ticket QR code in the shop at your departure point. Book your Canal Cruise now and start uncovering Amsterdam’s hidden gems.
Itinerary
Please note: the route may vary depending on departure point and traffic
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Recorded commentary available in English, Dutch, French, German, Spanish and Italian
What To Expect
Centraal Station
The iconic Centraal Station building, a major international railway hub, it is used by 192,000 passengers a day.
Brouwersgracht
An iconic and beautiful canal, once the center of the city's brewing industry as the name suggests
Options
Central Station-60min-No Snack
Duration: 1 hour: Select a departure time that fits your schedule. You depart from Canal Tours Amsterdam - Central Station. Starting point: Stromma | Canal Cruises from Central Station, Amsterdam | Departure Point, Prins Hendrikkade 37, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands
Rijksmuseum - 75min
Duration: 1 hour 15 minutes: Select a departure time that fits your schedule. Depart from in front of Rijksmuseum. Starting point: Stromma, Stadhouderskade 520, 1073 AX Amsterdam, Netherlands
Damrak - 60min
Duration: 1 hour: Choose a departure date and select a timeslot that fits your schedule. Departs from Damrak Pier 5. Starting point: Stromma - Damrak, Damrak 16, pier 5, 1012 LH Amsterdam, Netherlands
What‘s Included
WiFi on board
Hidden Gems map
Experienced Skipper
Audio guide – English on the speakers (19+ languages available with own device)
Restroom on board
Gratuities
Additional food and drinks (can be purchased on site)
Headphones (Bring your own device)
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
488 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Private tour - 12th of June 2026
Climber21534686818,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing staff, really nice and gave a beautiful experience
Great trip!
gracenC2215FN,Jun 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Hans was a great guide! He was funny and so knowledgeable throughout the whole time! He told us many interesting facts about the city and was a great guide!
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311dw,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Valesca was a good guide with interesting local knowledge and great customer service.
Great tour
benhG3501YZ,May 23, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Amazing tour, our guide for the open boat tour was extremely knowledgeable and entertaining.
The best boat tour in amsterdam
G7379IJkatiem,May 19, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide, Ricky, was extremely knowledgeable and made the trip easy to follow and informative. It was funny and unique which my friends and I found ideal. Great for anyone as a fast and relatively inexpensive way to see and learn about the city.
The best experience we definitely come back !!!
Pinelopi G,May 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00The reception guys they are the best they were polite so kind and helpful so funny!! I’m very happy for this trip and I will come again to this beautiful hotel its traditional and it’s like museum
RICKY MAKES THIS THE BEST BOAT TRIP IN AMSTERDAM.
Sharon p,May 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very entertaining boat trip. Ricky makes this really informative whilst adding his humour which made us laugh. Would recommend anyone coming to Amsterdam to book his trip.
Excellent guide
sergiosM6185DM,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent experience with Captain Rick
Great and easy
MARTIN S,Apr 6, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00G8 value and good tour, good price, easy directions. Going through the canals gives a different perspective.
Canal tour with Ricky 100%
masJ110AY,Mar 31, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great canal tour with Ricky... very competent, friendly and funny captain. Very much seen, very much experienced. Ricky 100%
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