Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Experience Amsterdams unique flair on a comfortable small boat that will take you through the beautiful canals. Enjoy unlimited drinks (beer, wine, soft drinks) while listening to facts about the city's remarkable history and culture - fully in German. On your maritime journey, you will pass 17th-century canal houses, numerous picturesque bridges, and the most important sights.
In addition to the captain, a native German city guide will be on board to narrate the canal trip live in a personal and passionate manner, without the use of headphones.
Lean back and enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, and let the city impress you from the (half-)open boat. The tour will take place in any weather conditions, as the boat can be adapted to the weather. In addition, the boat is equipped with an electric motor, which allows for a quiet and environmentally friendly journey.
Sailing through the canals of the city is the Amsterdam way of living. Come and experience this authentic Dutch experience!
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
What To Expect
The meeting point is on the first jetty next to the small ticket booth marked ‘STROMMA’ at Prins Hendrikkade 35a. When you exit the main entrance of the central station, please walk straight ahead onto the bridge (with the tram tracks in the middle) and at the end of the bridge, turn right/west and walk down the stairs to the jetty by the water. Your city guide will be waiting for you at the first jetty and will be wearing a red name tag around their neck. Please wait by the water and arrive at the meeting point 10 minutes before the tour starts. The boat will depart on time. Emergency number: +31 6 22295867
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum
Pass by the impressive old harbour area from Amsterdam and learn how its trade system made it the wealthiest city in the 17th century.
Options
Grachtenfahrt ohne Getränke
Grachtenfahrt+Getränke
umlimitierte Getränke
What‘s Included
German-speaking guide (who is a native speaker)
Drinks are included (wine, beer, water and softdrinks)
60 minute canal boat tour
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
67 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Canal cruise with Sanja
Christoph D,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolute recommendation! This canal cruise was simply a highlight. Especially our guide Sanja was a real stroke of luck – friendly, authentic, and with an incredibly positive aura. It was immediately clear that she was very enthusiastic about it. She had an answer to every question and provided not only the classic information but also a lot of exciting insider knowledge. The atmosphere on board was simply fantastic – there was singing, drinking, a lot of laughter, and it is rumored that even kissing occurred 😉 Thanks to our great skipper (I believe his name was Roland), who maneuvered the boat safely and confidently through the canals. And a very special thank you again to the lovely Sanja! From start to finish, simply top-notch – we would do it again anytime!
Super friendly, great atmosphere, and a cool panoramic view of Amsterdam 🫰🏻
Charlyn W,Jun 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide was SANJA, a cool person! Sympathetic, funny, and laid-back, she showed us many beautiful things, including a few lovely places, and showed us everything. I particularly liked that one could book a German tour and really understood everything easily; many impressions, and the sun came out just perfectly! ☺️ Thank you for everything! One can ask questions; drinks on board include Fanta, Coke, beer, wine, and water. Beforehand, our tour was first canceled, and we were super kindly contacted on WhatsApp, and for the same day, new appointments were simply given 1-2 hours later where they planned us in; one should just get back to them, so really great service. ☺️
The information about the entry on TripAdvisor was incorrect. However, our guide Leoni called us, and we were picked up.
Mark H,Jun 2, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A fun canal tour with great service.
A canal cruise in Amsterdam is a must.
S9515KDramonag,May 28, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a fantastic canal cruise in Amsterdam. Our guide, the lovely Leo, made the tour incredibly pleasant and interesting. The atmosphere on board was great and there were absolutely sufficient drinks. We would book this tour again at any time!
Highly recommended 👍
Exploration324119,May 26, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The boat ride was absolutely amazing. The best part was our tour guide MARTA; she took great care of us and made it fun. Highly recommendable. 🥰
TOP organizers - TOP experience
G378RGphilippb,May 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The team of Amsterdamliebe organized a great 2 days for our company (40 people). Whether excursions, hotel or dinner. The company outing was a complete success in all its components.
Beautiful canal tour
wernerkH6319QA,May 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect organization, extremely friendly staff, beautiful tour
Canal cruise
Roving26695832992,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The guide Sanja presented very well in a technical sense. Has had an answer to all questions
Amsterdam Love
katharinapD8236UF,Apr 17, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did two tours with dear Sanja, a private bike tour with food stops and a canal ride. Sanja was extremely kind and informative. Even with her friendly charm she took my children with her and aroused her interest. Highly recommended, Sanja has accompanied us perfectly.
Absolutely recommendable
sabrinarW6296BQ,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The canal cruise was a real highlight! Guide INES has made the tour lively and entertaining with her friendly nature, knowledge and lots of charm. My 11-year-old daughter, who did not feel like this boat trip at first, was thrilled afterwards.
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