Historical Canal Tour
Overview
Available languages
1 hour
Mobile ticket
Enjoy an hour-long cruise through the canals of Groningen, interesting information and unlimited free drinks. We sail past the Old Museum (Westerhaven), warehouses Hoge and Lage der A, AA Church, corner of Ameland, Noorderhaven, De Prinsenhof, Martinitoren and the Stadsschouwburg. The skipper on duty tells an animated story about Groningen and its sights.
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
The Oosterhaven is the marina of Groningen. Here boat owners can dock their boats and spend the night. If you fancy pancakes make sure to visit the Pancake Ship!
Hoofdstation Groningen
The Central Station of Groningen was awarded the price of most beautiful station of the Netherlands. Take a look in the main entrance hall to find out why!
What‘s Included
Coke, Fanta, Zero sugar options
Bottled water
Beer, White wine and Rose
Options
Historical Canal Tour
Reviews
62 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Jelle really made it special!
maw747,Mar 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We were on the first day of tours in 2026 and Jelle really made it special! The 60 minute tour was just the perfect length, Jelle told us all we needed to know about the history of the city and its canals. Highly recommended, thank you Jelle!
Have a nice boat trip
X9791LTamberh,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Had a very nice day on the water, mate Piter could tell well about the city and its history. Highly recommended to go.
Cozy and beautiful tour through the canals
helenk113,Sep 12, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Really recommended to see the city from a different perspective. Nice Student who also tells a bit about Groningen
Beautiful tour with very friendly skipper, who knows how to recommend visits and particularities. It is unmissable!!!
Simona Q,Aug 28, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Beautiful tour with very friendly skipper, who knows how to recommend visits and particularities. It is unmissable!!! It is offered to switch to the toilet before leaving. Make special requests in the registration form. Drinking is offered during the tour. Very nice and sociable. You can ask for all the information and make friends.
Very nice!
JaarSan T,Aug 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Together with my parents and my boyfriend we made a fun and educational tour over the water with guide Piter. It is special to discover the city from a boat and hear interesting facts at the same time. The drinks were delicious, the weather cooperated and so we floated quietly between houses and streets. Highly recommended for those who want to experience Groningen in a different way, even if you have lived there for years
Historic tour in Groningen canal
H6655QOnancyc,Jun 26, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very puntual. It was a nice quiet trip, we were only 4 people and it was very relaxing. I think the guide needs to have more information to share during the trip but It was ok in general. Thanks you.
Great fun!
fownog,Jun 25, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great time - highly recommend. This is a fun 1 hour commitment. Drinks are super. Learned about Groningen and saw parts I would not have seen. Our guide Stein, was great and adapted the tour for our group
Very nice experience in neat boat with in Groningen
ronaldenmarionh,Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had a private boat for our group of 16 people for the person price of a shared boat and that was very nice, because now we had ample space in the (very neat) boat and we could have our own group conversations. We had indicated that we were also interested in the history of Groningen, so our helmsman (student Olger) regularly told us about the places we passed. There is really only one canal in Groningen, so an hour was fine. We were lucky with the nice weather, because in rain there is no hiding place. We were allowed to grab alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks from the fridge ourselves (there was no coffee / tea), but with us there was mainly water drunk. That's why it ran out at one point. It was a lot of fun!
Weekend away
Navigate52956187486,May 24, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed the relaxed atmosphere. The personal experiences of the guide and the tips about Groningen were nice to hear. The range of drinks was also superb.
Super nice tour!
Marianne D,May 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Our guide and captain Coen has brought us closer to Groningen in a highly likeable and entertaining way - thank you!!
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