Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group
Overview
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
Discover the city’s highlights in the best way possible. Take a boat trip on Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals in one of the newest electric boats.
Drink optional
Sit back and relax with a wine, beer or soda which you can book optional.
Small Group
We cruise with a maximum of 28 passengers
Guide language
Our skipper speaks English, but we have a free digital booklet with guided information in : English, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, German, French & Italian.
Departure Location
We depart in front of Amsterdam Central Station.
Bad Weather?
Our boats can be open or covered, with the weather conditions in Amsterdam we decide on the day if we cruise open or with cover.
Highlights
During the cruise, admire the Canal Belt, the Skinny Bridge, the Dancing Houses, and much more. Listen to your local skipper’s stories as you take in the city sights.
What's Included
- Digitial booklet in 8 languages: English French,German, Portuguese, Spanish, Italian,Dutch & Chinese
- Cruise with the proud winner of TripAdvisor’s Travelers’ Choice 2025!
- English speaking guide
- Snacks
- Alcoholic beverages a (Non) alcoholic beverage can be booked as optional
Meeting Location
Stationsplein 18
1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Book Online
Safe & secure • Easy breezy • Hassle-free
Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
St. Nicholas Basilica (pass by)
Sea Palace Restaurant (pass by)
Montelbaanstoren (pass by)
Oudeschans (pass by)
The Amstel (pass by)
Blauwbrug (pass by)
H'ART Museum (pass by)
The Dancing Houses (pass by)
Oude Kerk (pass by)
Red Light District (pass by)
Zeedijk (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Departure point right in front of Central Station
- The route may vary each time depending on external factors.
- On the day itself (depending on the weather conditions) we decide to cruise with an open or half open boat (with shelter for rain).
- On sunny days, please wear sunscreen, as cruising on water can get hot
- On cold days, please wear warm, clothes, as cruising on water can get cold
- We only serve alcoholic drinks for travellers 18 years old and above (proof of ID can be asked for). Minor travellers below 18 years old will be served non-alcoholic drink
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 28 travelers
- Operated by a business
Frequently Asked Questions
(8)Q: Will I get seasick on Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Local Guide and Small Group?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-463549P1
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