Highlights and Local Insights Canal Cruise Tour in Amsterdam

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Amsterdam canal cruise onboard a small electric boat. It’s the comfiest spot to soak up VIP views and get the lowdown on the real Amsterdam and Dutch lifestyle. One of our local experts will be ready to share all the city’s secrets, quirks, and a few laughs along the way.

We start right by the lively Rembrandt Square, where the Amstel River begins to flow. Snap up pics floating past iconic sights such as City Hall and the Rokin Canal’s dancing houses. Then at the neon-lit Red Light District., you’ll discover Amsterdam’s oldest canal and the city’s first coffee shop next to the ancient Oude Kerk. Prepare to be wowed by 'Mini Venice'.

Zip through Chinatown and Central Station, and don’t miss the Sea Palace — it's like a mini Hong Kong floating right here in Amsterdam. Cruise down the chic Herengracht canal to the Seven Bridges for those Insta-worthy shots before ending the tour cruising under the Magere Brug.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please keep in mind that late guests will not be waited for. No refunds or rescheduling are available for late guests.

Please note drinks are not included but are available to purchase from the onboard bar

You will ride in a small boat with a maximum of 28 people

Music is not allowed on the canals

This tour will take place rain or shine as the boat is equipped with a removable roof

Due to uneven and steep surfaces, this activity is unsuitable for wheelchair users

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Amsterdam

Glide through Amsterdam’s top sights and hidden gems from the water, totally stress-free. Snap up pics of iconic canals, Seven Bridges, Mini Venice and more.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

We start right by the lively Rembrandt Square, where the Amstel River begins to flow

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Boat cruise through Amsterdam's canals

Luxury electric boat with seat cushion

Professional skipper and a local host

Drinks (available to buy onboard)

Food

Options

Option 1

Monday to Thursday

Option 3

Sunday

Option 4

Saturday

Option 2

Friday

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Boat trip
Y9163UDgeorgef,Nov 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brilliant tour of amsterdam via the canal ways. Our skippers Stella and Balthsasr were brilliant and very knowledgeable. They were very friendly and talkative. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone.
Excellent experience on a beautiful open sloop - easy going
hanscasperv,Sep 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent cruise. Knowledgeable guide/shipper and great way to explore Amsterdam from the water. Luxury sloop and easy going.
Great tour!
rosandon95,Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nice tour! Definitely not a standard tour that you think when touring the Amsterdam canals. The guides are also very fun and do not tell standard stories, fun facts. Also for the locals / people from the area highly recommended.
Amazing tour
Hoppie98,Aug 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
With my colleagues we booked the trip to let others who do not live in Amsterdam enjoy the city from a more relaxed perspective. Great hosts and interesting stories about the city which I did not even know beforehand. Even though I had been on other tours before as well. Would definitely recommend to book it if you're in Amsterdam and want to enjoy the city from a different perspective!
Nice canal tour!
Nfsoares,Aug 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice boat and skipper with much good information about Amsterdam. You can enjoy a nice drink while in the canal tour.
Amazing and intimate adventure
Vally C,Jul 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience! I highly recommend this boat tour to anyone looking for a special way to explore the city from a different perspective. The guide and the skipper were incredibly hospitable, friendly. Engaging conversation!
Great experience in an intimate setting
Villa C,Jul 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great experience on a cozy boat, more intimate than the larger, touristy ones. It made for a more enjoyable experience in an intimate setting.

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5.00

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Highlights and Local Insights Canal Cruise Tour in Amsterdam

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour

Mobile ticket

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Please keep in mind that late guests will not be waited for. No refunds or rescheduling are available for late guests.

Please note drinks are not included but are available to purchase from the onboard bar

You will ride in a small boat with a maximum of 28 people

Music is not allowed on the canals

This tour will take place rain or shine as the boat is equipped with a removable roof

Due to uneven and steep surfaces, this activity is unsuitable for wheelchair users

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Amsterdam

Glide through Amsterdam’s top sights and hidden gems from the water, totally stress-free. Snap up pics of iconic canals, Seven Bridges, Mini Venice and more.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

We start right by the lively Rembrandt Square, where the Amstel River begins to flow

Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Boat cruise through Amsterdam's canals

Luxury electric boat with seat cushion

Professional skipper and a local host

Drinks (available to buy onboard)

Food

Options

Option 1

Monday to Thursday

Option 3

Sunday

Option 4

Saturday

Option 2

Friday

Reviews

5.00

7 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Boat trip
Y9163UDgeorgef,Nov 9, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Brilliant tour of amsterdam via the canal ways. Our skippers Stella and Balthsasr were brilliant and very knowledgeable. They were very friendly and talkative. I would highly recommend this trip to anyone.
Excellent experience on a beautiful open sloop - easy going
hanscasperv,Sep 5, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Excellent cruise. Knowledgeable guide/shipper and great way to explore Amsterdam from the water. Luxury sloop and easy going.
Great tour!
rosandon95,Sep 3, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Nice tour! Definitely not a standard tour that you think when touring the Amsterdam canals. The guides are also very fun and do not tell standard stories, fun facts. Also for the locals / people from the area highly recommended.
Amazing tour
Hoppie98,Aug 27, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
With my colleagues we booked the trip to let others who do not live in Amsterdam enjoy the city from a more relaxed perspective. Great hosts and interesting stories about the city which I did not even know beforehand. Even though I had been on other tours before as well. Would definitely recommend to book it if you're in Amsterdam and want to enjoy the city from a different perspective!
Nice canal tour!
Nfsoares,Aug 26, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Very nice boat and skipper with much good information about Amsterdam. You can enjoy a nice drink while in the canal tour.
Amazing and intimate adventure
Vally C,Jul 17, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Great experience! I highly recommend this boat tour to anyone looking for a special way to explore the city from a different perspective. The guide and the skipper were incredibly hospitable, friendly. Engaging conversation!
Great experience in an intimate setting
Villa C,Jul 4, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
It was a great experience on a cozy boat, more intimate than the larger, touristy ones. It made for a more enjoyable experience in an intimate setting.