Pleasant, comfortable...
Stephen_D
Apr 9, 2026, 5:13:47 AM
Apr 9, 2026, 5:13:47 AM
Pleasant, comfortable boat ride through canals in heart of old Amsterdam. Captain and tour guide both excellent. Highly recommend.
About Activity
Discover the charm of Amsterdam's old city center with our top-rated open boat canal cruise! Glide through historic canals and see iconic sights up close in the comfort of our eco-friendly, quiet boats. Enjoy live commentary from our expert guides who bring the city's rich history to life. Perfect for both tourists and locals, our cruise offers a unique and unforgettable perspective of Amsterdam. Book now for an intimate, relaxed, and scenic adventure through the heart of this beautiful city. Don't miss out on the best way to experience Amsterdam's waterways!
What's Included
Includes
- *Fresh Air and Natural Light*: Being in an open boat makes it more enjoyable and immersive.
- *Intimate Experience*: Open boats often provide a more personal setting.
- *Scenic Views*: An open boat canal cruise offers unobstructed views!
- Small Open Electric boat with toilet on board
Excludes
- If you would like to have the drinks on board included, please upgrade your ticket to add drinks!
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- The boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum. Formerly known as the Hermitage Museum.
Return
- The boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum. Formerly known as the Hermitage Museum.
Itinerary
The 1-hour cruise departs in front of the Hermitage Museum. Please be at the dock 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Please note that the following sights are examples of what we might pass by. Routes may vary due to traffic, constructions etc.
The Amstel is the main river and foundation of Amsterdam.
Dutch National Opera & Ballet are combined with the town hall and is the biggest building of the city center.
We will sail through the world famous Red Light District. It is a safe distance for children to also join this cruise.
The Magere Brug is a national monument and one of the world famous icons of the city. With a magical story....
Herengracht is the most inner canal of the Unesco heritage.
Prinsengracht is the third canal of the Unesco area.
Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center is a high end coffee shop close to the Herengracht.
Need to cool down? Try the Xtracold Icebar and drink a beer surrounded by ice.
Munt Tower is the place in the city centre where the dutch coin was made for a few years.
Rokin is the entrance to the Dam Square.
Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina is located next to the water and can be seen during the cruise.
The Bulldog Amsterdam is by far the most internationally knows coffee shop with many famous people who visited it.
Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder is a secret church in the Old City Center.
Brouwerij de Prael is a brewer located on the waterside in the Red Light District.
Weeping Tower is where the women of the sailors would weep when their husbands would go out sailing.
NEMO Science Museum is great for children to explore from young until teenagers.
The Scheepvaartmuseum is all our nautical history combined. Where you can see how it developed over the centuries.
Arcam is the source of modern architecture combined with history.
Waterlooplein Market is the world famous flee market in the Old Jewish quarter.
Hortus Botanicus is our botanical garden where students used to learn about the healing powers of plants and flowers. More than 300 years old.
Montelbaanstoren is the one of the very few remains of the Old City Center defense system.
Museum Het Rembrandthuis is the old residence of Rembrandt and is converted into a museum.
Language Offered
English - GUIDE
English - WRITTEN
Dutch - GUIDE
Dutch - WRITTEN
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the itinerary provided is just an example. Routes may vary due to traffic, construction works, and weather conditions
Please note that our boats are open in summer. In spring and in fall the boats can be open or covered, depending on weather. And in winter they will be covered and we will have heated seats.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
In case of bad weather we provide umbrella's. In some cases of bad weather or season we might use a covered boat. In case the tour is cancelled by the operator, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Our crew speaks both Dutch and English
Operated by Boat Amsterdam
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
Super boat cruise
312mariaeduardad
Sep 10, 2025, 12:45:28 PM
Sep 10, 2025, 12:45:28 PM
it was súper, and michel and Jasmine were super nice and gave amazing examplanations! We had an amazing time and the hour went by super fast!
Tour guides were great and authentic!
ethanfT548BZ
Dec 21, 2024, 7:15:59 PM
Dec 21, 2024, 7:15:59 PM
Our tour guides Pepyr and Michel were the best I could have asked for. They were both really captivating and told many cool stories about the city.
Appalling guide
alexandrafrosch
Oct 25, 2024, 10:52:19 AM
Oct 25, 2024, 10:52:19 AM
This was the worst boat tour ever (and we have done a few across Europe!) for following two reasons: First, our guide (Thommy) constantly made inappropriate comments about women, ethnic minorities, politics, tourists, sex workers etc. He also made inappropriate sexual comments in the presence of children. Second, we learn’t close to nothing about the city as such, the buildings we saw or their history. All he talked about was how much houses cost and that the city ist taken over by tourists. All in all, a bad experience. Find another company or guide.
This boat ride was so fun!!!!
Sarah_H
Oct 13, 2024, 11:47:26 AM
Oct 13, 2024, 11:47:26 AM
Thomas and Michel were our Captain and Crew - favorite fun tour ! We just flew in - dropped off our bags at the hotel and was told to book this tour (if you drink book this canal trip with the drinks) we hopped on the boat and just relaxed and enjoyed the knowledge and history about the city ! The staff were hysterical! So fun and just made the day perfect! Great start to a fabulous weekend in Amsterdam ! Great crew - BOOK YOUR CANAL TRIP TODAY!
Best value for the money! Highly recommend!
Glennis_M
Oct 10, 2024, 3:13:33 AM
Oct 10, 2024, 3:13:33 AM
What a great experience! The boat was clean and comfy and the guides were awesome and knowledgeable! We were sad to see it end!
Must go super fun and educational
jadesR3092TS
Sep 19, 2024, 12:53:34 PM
Sep 19, 2024, 12:53:34 PM
Marco and Sunil they are the funniest and sweetest boat tour guide I have ever taken. Highly recommend taking this boat tour guid.
Great and authentic tour
891fraukef
Aug 3, 2024, 6:21:56 AM
Aug 3, 2024, 6:21:56 AM
Jens and Michel were amazing and it was fun listening to their stories and jokes! The kids especially liked the stop at the zoo to spot the giraffes, elephants and zebras. The boat was lovely too- open deck, comfy seats
Great family cruise
FredCzek
May 11, 2026, 7:25:37 PM
May 11, 2026, 7:25:37 PM
Very nice family time in open boat. With interesting explanations.
Tour of the canals of Amsterdam
Marion V
May 7, 2026, 11:50:42 AM
May 7, 2026, 11:50:42 AM
Beautiful walk in the canals of Amsterdam with a very nice and interesting guide
Good experience
Betinna_N
Oct 9, 2025, 11:35:34 AM
Oct 9, 2025, 11:35:34 AM
Good experience with good guide who told well about the city and easy to follow and understand also for our two children
Amazing experiences to live really
Sightsee27896281719
Aug 11, 2025, 4:14:52 PM
Aug 11, 2025, 4:14:52 PM
It was frankly beautiful Welcoming was great thank you to wouter and tamor for the super beautiful Welcoming to visit amsterdam by boat thank you very much it was beautiful ❤️
Pleasant walk through the canals of Amsterdam
kelpsonthyagop
Mar 24, 2025, 6:16:34 PM
Mar 24, 2025, 6:16:34 PM
Excellent experience with the DJ guide and Captain Rob. Super friendly and inquisitive, always responding everything with good humor and a lot of content.
5 stars
Nomad15548070277
Nov 2, 2024, 12:10:25 PM
Nov 2, 2024, 12:10:25 PM
Great experience with an amazing team. I highly recommend. Cosy, friendly and very attentive. To repeat!
When tourists enjoy in their own city
I3110KSmaryv
Sep 9, 2024, 6:50:14 AM
Sep 9, 2024, 6:50:14 AM
Fantastic fun trip. Great Skipper Joep and Indian Guide for the English Speakers. We are an older couple and have heard new things while living in Amsterdm. Recommended do your city as a tourist after the museum the boat trip, The weather was good. Top just enjoy once as a tourist in your own city. Thank you Joep and colleague.
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