Amsterdam Sightseeing Canal Cruise with Audio Guide
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Step aboard a glass-topped sightseeing boat with this 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise, and see the city sights by water. Then, cruise along the city’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed canals to see the "skinny bridge" of Magere Brug, the affluent Golden Bend district, the Anne Frank House and more, as you learn about Amsterdam’s history from an audio guide. Boats depart at frequent intervals from morning till mid-evening.
Each boat tour follows a different route, so not all sights are guaranteed to be seen every time. This way, every cruise offers a unique and surprising experience.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Check-in at Lovers 10 minutes before the reserved time
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
1-Hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise
Audio guide in several languages
Hotel pickup and drop-off
Food and drinks
What To Expect
Lovers Canal Cruises began offering boat tours in Amsterdam in the 1950s, becoming one of the city's most popular ways to explore its historic canals. With a fleet of glass-roofed boats, the company provides scenic and narrated cruises showcasing Amsterdam's architecture, bridges, and waterways.
Centraal Station
The Central Station in Amsterdam was designed by Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers and constructed between 1881 and 1889 on three artificial islands in the IJ lake. Its Gothic/Renaissance Revival style and iron platform roof reflect both historical grandeur and modern engineering of the time.
Options
From Leidsekade
Starting point:
Rederij Lovers B.V., Leidsekade t/o 97, 1017 PN Amsterdam, Netherlands
From Anne Frank House
Starting point:
Lovers canal cruise Anne Frank, Leliegracht 51, 1016 GT Amsterdam, Netherlands
From Central Station
Starting point:
Rederij Lovers B.V., Prins Hendrikkade 25, 1012 TL Amsterdam, Netherlands
From Rijksmuseum
Starting point:
Stadhouderskade 511, 1071 ZD Amsterdam, Netherlands
Reviews
806 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Boat did not show up at pick up point listed on the ticket.
Tricia S,
Oct 13, 2025
- Viator
1.00My tickets were booked for 10/13/25 at 6:30pm. We were at the meeting point listed on our tickets at 6:20pm and no one ever showed up. When I tried to call the number, no one was available in the evening. I was not contacted that the canal cruise was cancelled. This was our last night in Amsterdam! Very unhappy! I will contact for a refund.
Accommodating the unexpected
chris U,
Oct 5, 2025
- Viator
5.00Missed the 7 pm cruise. Arrived hopeful to catch the 8pm experience. Explained the situation and was allowed to join the 8 pm group without question. This an enjoyable experience. I recommend this!
Canal Cruise
Sharon M,
Oct 1, 2025
- Viator
5.00This tour was a great way to see Amsterdam from a different perspective. Very enjoyable. It is lovely on a nice sunny day
Great way to get a feel for Amsterdam
Beth S,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
5.00I would recommend this informative and interesting way to see Amsterdam in comfort. Great to hear about the history too. Captain very helpful.
We’re pissed off!!!
William G,
Sep 23, 2025
- Viator
1.00We were at the pick up location on time. The Boat never showed up! There was another couple there who experienced the same problem.. no way to contact Viator!
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