The Canals
Tisa_E
Oct 13, 2026, 3:17:36 PM
Oct 13, 2026, 3:17:36 PM
Very fun, beautiful and informative. Our Captain, Mark, was fantastic. Definitely a must do while in Amsterdam.
About Activity
Enjoy the charm of Amsterdam’s canals on a shared evening cruise through the historic Canal Belt. As you glide past iconic sights like the Skinny Bridge and the Dancing Houses, your friendly English-speaking skipper will share intriguing tales of the city’s rich history and culture.
This relaxing cruise is perfect for everyone, whether it’s your first time in Amsterdam or you’re a seasoned visitor looking for a different perspective. Enhance your experience with an optional selection of drinks to sip while you soak in the views.
- Scenic shared canal cruise with an experienced English-speaking skipper
- Discover major highlights including the Canal Belt, Dancing Houses, and Skinny Bridge
- Optional drinks available for a more enjoyable outing
- Multiple departure times to fit your evening plans
What's Included
Includes
- Drinks can be booked optional
Excludes
Departure & Return
Departure Point
- Our location is in front of Amsterdam Central Station, in front of the tram stops by the water. Look for our dark green beach flag that is in the boat. Our staff wears dark blue 'Canal Motor Boats' shirts.
Return
- Our location is in front of Amsterdam Central Station, in front of the tram stops by the water. Look for our dark green beach flag that is in the boat. Our staff wears dark blue 'Canal Motor Boats' shirts.
Itinerary
Cruising the canal belt in Amsterdam is a serene way to experience the city’s historic charm. As the boat drifts under iconic arched bridges, elegant 17th‑century canal houses line the water, their reflections shimmering in gentle ripples. The hum of bicycles fades into the background, replaced by the soft splash of passing boats. From narrow waterways to wider stretches like the Herengracht, every turn reveals a new postcard‑worthy scene. Whether at sunset, when the city glows golden, or after dark beneath twinkling lights, exploring Amsterdam by canal offers a peaceful, uniquely intimate view of its timeless beauty.
Language Offered
German - WRITTEN
Portuguese - WRITTEN
Mandarin - WRITTEN
English - GUIDE
English - WRITTEN
Italian - WRITTEN
French - WRITTEN
Dutch - GUIDE
Dutch - WRITTEN
Spanish - WRITTEN
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Operated by Canal Motorboats
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
Evening Boat Ride
aldanef2025
Apr 6, 2026, 1:48:35 PM
Apr 6, 2026, 1:48:35 PM
It was a nice boat ride with some history of amsterdam. Our guide Alfred was very knowledgeable
Bob was cool & informative
George H
Jan 31, 2026, 1:37:51 PM
Jan 31, 2026, 1:37:51 PM
Great value and trip in the evening, much appreciated Bob ! As a solo traveller, very comfortable and able to chill out. .
A must do!!!
Q4533QEsabrinab
Jan 29, 2026, 1:26:39 PM
Jan 29, 2026, 1:26:39 PM
First time in Amsterdam & done a sunset cruise. Igor was a really fun host, talked about the history of Amsterdam too & made it very fun. Would highly recommend!!!!
Peaceful trip
808aysunm
Nov 23, 2025, 9:59:08 AM
Nov 23, 2025, 9:59:08 AM
We couldn’t find the exact location of the boat at first, but they helped us over the phone and were very understanding. Our captain, Tim, was friendly and shared some nice stories with us. As the sun was setting, the trip felt incredibly peaceful.
Excellent!
liammQ664XS
Nov 21, 2025, 2:05:49 PM
Nov 21, 2025, 2:05:49 PM
Had an excellent trip on the canal with captain JJ, very nice guy, very informative! Excellent way to see the city, especially at night
Best sunset thing to do
SouravDasgupta
Nov 17, 2025, 11:47:51 AM
Nov 17, 2025, 11:47:51 AM
Fantastic experience. One man show with both boat operation like perfection and being the guide to all of us. Thank you very much.
Tím knows
Tomáš V
Nov 15, 2025, 3:00:57 PM
Nov 15, 2025, 3:00:57 PM
Great experience, Tim has a good and interesting knowledge about a canal and the city history. Night ride was amazing. RECOMMENDED
Wonderful boat ride!
Passenger16545060278
Nov 8, 2025, 2:58:41 PM
Nov 8, 2025, 2:58:41 PM
We took an evening book ride and it was truly wonderful. The ride was peaceful and romantic, with very kind and knowledgeable Tim as our captain who kept entertaining us with local stories. Really recommend it!
The best tour in Amsterdam
A509DWrichardn
Nov 3, 2025, 2:15:06 PM
Nov 3, 2025, 2:15:06 PM
We booked the last slot on the Thursday night and it turned out we were the only people on the last slot, we had the boat to our self's and the captain gave us the best tour we could have ever imagined, he showed us all the sights plus some not on the tour and so knowledgeable and made us both feel so welcome on board his boat. We would highly recommend this tour.
Great trip in the evening
crippy2019
Nov 3, 2025, 2:01:58 PM
Nov 3, 2025, 2:01:58 PM
Mark was a great guide. I accidentally booked the wrong time and they accommodated us no problems. Would really recommend the trip and it’s great value for money.
Wonderful Evening Canal Cruise
marysaragremille2025
Nov 2, 2025, 2:57:33 PM
Nov 2, 2025, 2:57:33 PM
Our tour guide Danik was very friendly and warm. The canal cruise felt private since it was just a few people on board. She shared some history about Amsterdam and life in the area in general. It was like chatting with a new friend.
Nice view and vibes
313xinyif
Oct 22, 2025, 3:56:19 PM
Oct 22, 2025, 3:56:19 PM
Took an evening cruise - Calm and relaxing way to end the day! Our guide, Eddie, also shared some interesting facts about Amsterdam - overall a very enjoyable ride!
Chill and informative tour!
jazzalto
Oct 11, 2025, 3:02:53 PM
Oct 11, 2025, 3:02:53 PM
Bob was awesome! Great to go at night. CHILL! Canals more stunning at night light. Small boat was a great vibe! Thank you! XXX
Boat ride
Adventure31938195101
Oct 10, 2025, 2:07:22 PM
Oct 10, 2025, 2:07:22 PM
JJ brilliant tour guide evening tour superb had a really great time with friends learned the Amsterdam history and more
Excellent review
105dhritim
Oct 10, 2025, 2:07:15 PM
Oct 10, 2025, 2:07:15 PM
It was amazing thank you JJ - lots of very fun stories I really enjoyed. Went on the evening tour and the route was beautiful and historical
Sunset boat tour beauty!!
E4283FJkimh
Sep 30, 2025, 2:02:13 PM
Sep 30, 2025, 2:02:13 PM
Merlin was a great tour guide! Highly recommend booking a tour during sunset hour (7pm in September) it's so beautiful!
Beautiful sunset
S2328YOkarlas
Sep 27, 2025, 2:09:31 PM
Sep 27, 2025, 2:09:31 PM
We loved Mark, nice experience and beautiful views! Amsterdam is really cool, impressive canals and with all the information that Mark provided it was really easy to link it.
Great tour 🤍
DaniWiese
Sep 2, 2025, 3:59:39 PM
Sep 2, 2025, 3:59:39 PM
It was so nice. Had a 9 pm tour by night…great view, easy tour, nice wine and a wonderful tour guide / captain ;-))) Bram was the best 🤍 thanks for having us…we‘ve been to late because of the tram and we could still join - great experience 🤍
Great night time canal tour option in Amsterdam
davidyM1157KZ
Aug 27, 2025, 4:28:05 PM
Aug 27, 2025, 4:28:05 PM
David was a great guide, who imparted some really interesting insight into the destination during in entertaining, running commentary
Amsterdam canal at dusk
toddhP2828DO
Mar 30, 2025, 4:19:29 PM
Mar 30, 2025, 4:19:29 PM
Tim was our guide and it was only his third day but he was an awesome guide who also drove the boat very well. He answered so many of our questions and was knowledgeable and friendly and we had a great tour of Amsterdam through the canals. We would highly recommend this tour.
Great experience
I9557BDjulian
Nov 1, 2025, 1:41:14 PM
Nov 1, 2025, 1:41:14 PM
Great experience, we saw Amsterdam by night and it was magical. Also Edy was an excellent skipper! I would definitely choose the same company again
Wonderful experience and memory🤩
Discover48561185517
Oct 23, 2025, 1:13:57 PM
Oct 23, 2025, 1:13:57 PM
It was a great honor to ride in the dark and enjoy the ride.It was also great to have a very nice guide. Wonderful honor I can recommend to everyone 😉
Beautiful evening tour!
sebastianbM8552WV
Oct 22, 2025, 3:07:10 PM
Oct 22, 2025, 3:07:10 PM
It was great. The tour guide (Eddy) was very friendly and knew well! I can recommend it to anyone.
Thank’s Sebastien!
Adventure34112168232
Mar 29, 2025, 3:23:44 PM
Mar 29, 2025, 3:23:44 PM
Thank you Sebastian for this night tour of your beautiful city Amsterdam. The beautiful lights and your jokes, we will leave a beautiful memory!
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