- About Amsterdam Canals
- Sightseeing Cruises
- Dinner Cruises
- Evening Cruises
- Harbor Cruises
- Canal Cruise Combos
- Blue Boat Cruises
- Hop-On Hop-Off Cruises
- Boat Tours
- Keukenhof Gardens Tickets
- Van Gogh Museum Tickets
- Rijksmuseum Tickets
- Anne Frank Tours
- NEMO Science Museum Tickets
- Banksy Amsterdam Tickets
- National Maritime Museum Tickets
- Body Worlds Amsterdam Tickets
- Madame Tussauds Amsterdam Museum Tickets
- Zaanse Schans Windmills Tours
- Stedelijk Museum Tickets
- The Upside Down Amsterdam Museum Tickets
- House of Bols Tickets
- Xtracold Icebar Tickets
- Amsterdam Red Light District Tours
- Amsterdam Museum Tickets
- Amsterdam Dungeon Tickets
- Ripley's Believe it or Not Museum Tickets
Select Your Experience
1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise in Amsterdam
- Fall in love with Amsterdam aboard a glass-roofed boat cruise along its UNESCO Heritage canals with an audio guide available in 19 languages.
- Witness attractions like the Anne Frank House Museum where Anne Frank hid and she wrote her famous diary, the old Heineken factory, and more.
- Catch sight of popular landmarks like the Westerkerk church, Nine Streets, and Skinny Bridge, and admire the canal's Baroque architecture.
- Upgrade your ticket to a semi-open, solar-powered boat cruise.
Inclusions
- Amsterdam Canal cruise
- GPS audio guide in 19 languages
Start Point:
What You'll See:
- Anne Frank House Museum
- Red Light District
- Old Heineken factory
- Westerkerk church
- Negen Straatjes (‘Nine Streets’) district
- Magere Brug (‘Skinny Bridge’)
- Tip: Notice small gardens and green spaces along the canals. These hidden oases add to the city's charm and provide a refreshing touch of nature amidst the urban setting!
- Audio guide available in Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Polish, Portuguese, and Russian.
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Blue Boat: 75 Mins Amsterdam Canal Cruise
- Take to the canals of Amsterdam and experience a whole other side of the Dutch capital from aboard the waters.
- Watch iconic landmarks of Amsterdam float past you, such as the Heritage Museum and the Westerkerk Church.
- Soak up the monumental buildings and rich baroque work along the banks of this canal cruise.
- Listen to the audio commentary onboard and learn about the city's captivating history (available in 19 languages).
- Upgrade your ticket to include a snackbox to your experience, which you'll receive before boarding the cruise.
Inclusions
- 75-minute cruise
- Audio guide (in 19 languages)
- Earphones
- Snackbox
Exclusions
- Food & Drinks
- Seat Reservation
- Hotel transfers
Start Point & End Point
- Heineken Experience Pier
What You'll See
- Heritage Museum
- Westerkerk Church
- Golden Bend
- Overhoeks
- Music Building
- VOC ship
- This experience is wheelchair accessible
- The optional snack box contains chips, popcorn, cheese biscuits, salted peanuts, and a soft drink of your choice.
- The audio guide is available in English, French, Russian, Spanish, German, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Indonesian, Korean, Hindi, Traditional Chinese, and Chinese
- You can cancel these tickets up to 12 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
1-Hour Evening Sightseeing Cruise in Amsterdam
- Board your cruise and explore the canals of Amsterdam in the warm glow of the city illuminated at night.
- You will be welcomed onboard the comfortable boat by the cruise staff and can kick off your journey by ordering a cold drink.
- As you explore the UNESCO-listed canal belt, listen to the onboard audio guide with your free headphones, available in up to 21 different languages.
- Learn about the history of Amsterdam, its former glory, and how it came to be what it is today.
- The cruise will also drift past the canals that run through the district where most day cruises do not go - the infamous De Wallen or De Walletjes.
- It is the largest and best-known red-light district in Amsterdam, and its interesting history allows for quite the cultural exploration.
Inclusions
- 1-hour or 90-min canal cruise
- Evening cruise with bar service
- Multilingual audio guide in 21 languages
Start Point:
What You'll See:
- Westerkerk
- Anne Frank House
- Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)
- The Amstel
- NEMO Science Museum
- Rijksmuseum
- Centraal Station
- A'dam Lookout
- Magere Brug
- Tip: Amsterdam is known for its vibrant street art scene. As you cruise along the canals, keep an eye out for colorful murals and graffiti artwork adorning the walls near the water.
- Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility.
- The audio guide is available in the following languages: English, French, Russian, Spanish, German, Chinese, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish, Thai, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Indonesian, Cantonese, Swedish, Korean, and Hindi.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Amsterdam: Semi-Open Boat Canal Cruise
- Sink into the serene beauty of Amsterdam's world-famous canals on a 1hr immersive boat tour.
- The all-new semi-open boats run on solar energy and are completely silent, ensuring an eco-friendly tour.
- Enjoy uninterrupted views and fresh air as you take in spectacular sights around you.
- Even if it rains, the boat allows you to enjoy the experience with the option of a closed roof.
- Learn all about several popular attractions with an easily available audio guide in 19 languages.
Inclusions
- Semi-open boat cruise
- Electric and silent boats
- Zero emission
- Covered boat on rainy days
- GPS audio guide in several languages
Exclusions
- Food and drinks
Audio Guide Languages
Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Polish, Portuguese, Russian
Discounted Tickets
Children aged 4 - 13 enjoy reduced prices on their tickets
- Food and drinks
- Infants aged 3 and below go free. Children aged 4-13 enjoy reduced prices on their tickets (carry a valid photo ID).
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Amsterdam Classic Canal Cruise with Cheese and Drinks
- Take an unforgettable 60 or 90-min candlelight cruise through the beautiful canals of Amsterdam.
- Admire some of the city’s most famous landmarks such as The Jordaan, the Magere Burg, the Old Harbour, the Maritime Museum, the 9 Streets, and the Golden Bend.
- Savor a delightful platter of Dutch cheese specialties along with unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks as you take in the views of the city.
- Discover the city’s hidden gems, bars, and restaurants from your informative guide on board to make your Amsterdam stay even better!
Inclusions
- 60 or 90-min cruise
- Unlimited drinks (beer, wine, and soft drinks)
- Dutch cheese
- Live guiding by the local skipper and hostess
- Any recommendations you need to further your stay in the city
Start Point
What You'll See
- Centraal Station
- The Jordaan
- Amsterdam Cheese Museum
- De 9 Straatjes
- Westerkerk
- Leiden Square (Leidseplein)
- The Amstel
- Hermitage Amsterdam
- Magere Brug
- South Church (Zuiderkerk)
- Bloemenmarkt
- Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht)
- De Krijtberg - Sint Franciscus Xaveriuskerk
- Theo Thijssen Standbeeld
- Museum of the Canals
- Tip: Amsterdam's canal houses are a distinct feature of the cityscape. Pay attention to their architectural styles, varying colors, and ornate facades as you cruise by.
- The following are allowed on this tour: Pets and outside food.
- The tour is not wheelchair accessible.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Pancake Cruise in Amsterdam
- Set sail on an all-you-can-eat pancake adventure that takes place on a 75-minute boat trip.
- Cruise past top Amsterdam highlights like A'DAM Tower and the Eye Museum.
- Load up your Dutch pancakes with plenty of toppings like cheese, bacon, fruit, chocolate, marmalade, and more.
- Whatever you choose, it's bound to be flippin' good! Simply sit back and enjoy your all-you-can-eat pannekoek adventure.
Inclusions
- 75-minute boat tour
- All-you-can-eat pancakes
- Buffet with a variety of toppings
- Ball pit for children
Exclusions
- Drinks (available for purchase)
Start Point & End Point:
- Ms. van Riemsdijkweg 33, 1033 RD Amsterdam
What You'll See:
- A'DAM Lookout Tower
- Eye Museum
- Merchant logo
- This is Holland
- Tip: Look out for quirky, colorful, or architecturally interesting houseboats as you cruise along the canals.
- Facilities: Restrooms onboard
- Ticket excludes drinks and € 1.50 tourist tax which must be paid on site.
- Free cancellation anytime before the start of your experience
Amsterdam Canal Cruise with New York Pizza & Drinks
- Sign up for a night of sightseeing and pizza as you step aboard a cozy boat
- Admire the wonderfully lit 17th-century canals and vintage houses that gracefully stand by the waters
- Choose your favorite Italian homemade pizza and couple it with Heineken beer, wine, and soft drinks
- For dessert, you have Cookie Dough Chocolate Chip ice cream
- See noteworthy landmarks like the Skinny Bridge and the historic Heritage Museum
Inclusions
- Cruise along Amsterdam canals
- Original New York Pizza (choose from 6 options)
- Cookie Dough Chocolate Chip ice cream
- Heineken beer, wine, and soft drinks
Start Point & End Point:
- Central Station
What You'll See:
- Anne Frank House Museum
- Skinny Bridge
- Heineken Experience
- Rijksmuseum
- Tip: Amsterdam boasts numerous picturesque bridges that span the canals. Pay attention to the different bridge designs and learn about their significance.
- Service dogs (who must be identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat.
- You can choose from the following slices:
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
1-Hour Open Boat Amsterdam Cruise with Optional Wine & Cheese
- Admire unobstructed views of Amsterdam and see the famous UNESCO Heritage-listed canals on this cruise with an expert live guide!
- See the famed Seven Bridges, the crooked historic Dancing Houses, the prestigious Golden Bend, and the remarkable Anne Frank House.
- Cruise by the famous Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge), one of the most beautiful bridges in Amsterdam.
- Get an understanding of Dutch history, and fun facts, and spot famous landmarks along the canals, with the help of your guide.
- Choose to depart from Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, or Central Station in an open boat that takes you away from the city crowds.
Inclusions
- Live guide and local skipper
- 60-minute canal cruise
- Blankets
Exclusions
- Drinks (see the menu here)
Start Point:
What You'll See:
- Jordaan & its famous Prinsengracht
- Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge)
- the Amstel River
- The Seven Bridges
- Golden Bend
- Tip: Bring a camera to capture the scenic beauty of Amsterdam's canals. You'll have stunning photo opportunities throughout the cruise!
- The cruise is suitable for pram/stroller users.
- Buggy is available on prior request.
- Pets are allowed.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Dug in the 17th century, the Amsterdam Canals form concentric circles around the city. With time it has become an integral part of the city of Amsterdam as over 1550 monumental buildings are built along these canals, making the canal-ring area a perfect sightseeing spot in the city. While in the city, several visitors opt to take the Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruises as it allows them to enjoy the best of Amsterdam with one ticket- historical locations of the city and the experience of a cruise ride on Amsterdam Canals.
Why Go on an Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise?
- Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise is one of the most sought-after cruise options as it lets you explore Amsterdam like never before and enjoy a unique experience of sightseeing adventure from a luxury cruise.
- Along with the exciting adventure of exploring the city of Amsterdam from a different perspective, you get to combine touring experiences like Canal Cruise and Amphibian Bus tours, which itself is a memorable experience.
- Get to know the reasons behind the hype behind the Amsterdam Canals as you find yourself in a state of tranquility as you float around in the iconic canals on a luxurious Amsterdam Canal Cruise.
- Get to see striking panoramic views of the city from the deck of the boat as your cruise takes you to different parts of the city, giving you a one-of-kind experience.
Sights Covered on Your Sightseeing Cruises
Amsterdam Canals
On your Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruises, you get to experience a fantastic cruise ride on the iconic canals of Amsterdam. The Amsterdam Canals stretch over hundreds of kilometers in the city, forming concentric circles and becoming the reason why the city is called the ‘Venice of the North.’
Zaan River
This small river is popular in the city of Amsterdam, and it even has a district named after it, through which it runs. Along the banks of river Zaan, several villages have historic windmills and houses, making it a popular tourist attraction and a perfect site for Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruises.
Zaanse Schans
With its name derived from the river Zaan, Zaanse Schans is a neighborhood in the Netherlands famous for its historic houses and windmills that remain well-preserved. Interestingly, Zaanstreek’s old buildings from 1961 to 1974 were relocated to this neighborhood using lowboy trailers.
Skinny Bridge
Also known as Magere Brug, Skinny Bridge is a famous bridge over the Amstel river in Amsterdam, connecting the river banks at Kerkstraat. It is a bascule bridge made of white-painted wood, built-in 1934. Since then, it has faced several renovations and conservation to preserve its original design.
Maritime Museum
The National Maritime Museum Amsterdam or Het Scheepvaartmuseum is a museum dedicated to maritime history. It houses several artifacts associated with shipping and sailing, including items like scale models, weapons, world maps, paintings of naval officers, and historical sea battles.
A’Dam Lookout
A’Dam Lookout is an observation deck in Amsterdam that offers an amazing panoramic view of the city. It offers the city’s unhindered landscape view, including the city’s historic center, port, and Amsterdam Canals. It also hosts interactive exhibitions, throwing light on the city’s history and culture.
Eye Filmmuseum
The Eye Filmmuseum of Amsterdam functions as a museum and film archive of the city. Featuring two exhibition spaces, it is a famous tourist attraction and is an important historic building for the world cinema as it preserves and also presents foreign films and Dutch films.
Dam Square
Originally serving as the dam on the Amstel river and hence the name, Dam Square is located in the historical center of Amsterdam, Dam Square or Dam is a town square of the city. It is a popular area in the city, known for its notable buildings and several important locations for tourists and visitors.
Port of Amsterdam
The port of Amsterdam is the fourth busiest port of Europe, located on the bank of IJ bank and the North Sea Canal. It is a seaport with a history dating back to the 13th century. Serving as the main port for Dutch East India Company, this port today stands as the second-largest port in the Netherlands.
Know Before You Go on a Sightseeing Cruise in Amsterdam
Please note that there are multiple ticket options available for Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruises. For information regarding its timings, redemption center, boarding points, inclusions, and other details, make sure to check your tickets before purchasing.
Duration: 6 hours
Tour Details & Timings:
- 2-hr cruise from Amsterdam to the Zaanse Schans.
- 2-hr free time at the Zaanse Schans.
Duration: 1 hour
Timings: Daily at 11 AM, 12:30 PM, 2 PM, 3:30 PM, 5 PM, 6:30 PM & 8 PM
Duration: 1 hour
Tour Details & Timings:
- 30-minute cruise.
- 30-minute bus tour.
Duration: 2 hours
Tour Details & Timings:
- 2-hour Amsterdam port tour
- Boarding Point: Opposite dock of Ms. van Riemsdijkweg 45 (NDSM wharf)
- Address: Mt. Ondinaweg 30, 1033 RG Amsterdam, Netherlands
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- Boarding Point: Oudezijds Voorburgwal 230, 1012 GK Amsterdam, Nederland.
- Nearest Landmark: Behind Krasnapolsky hotel, in front of ‘Bom 9’ cigar shop.
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- Redemption Point: Bercylaan 1.
- Address: 1013 KS Amsterdam, Netherlands.
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- Boarding Point: Dock opposite of Ms. van Riemsdijkweg 45 (NDSM wharf).
- Address: Mt. Ondinaweg 30, 1033 RG Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Find it on the map.
- 2-hr cruise from Amsterdam to the Zaanse Schans
- 2-hr free time at the Zaanse Schans
- Entertainment tax
- Downloadable multilingual audio guide
- Free WiFi onboard
- Small menu for food & drinks (to buy)
- 1-hr Amsterdam canal cruise
- The best seat on the boat
- Welcome drink (champagne/cocktail)
- Unlimited access to the Dutch bar
- Small snacks included
- Live commentary (English/Dutch)
- Large and luxury trays that serve as a partition
- Disinfection products onboard
- Contactless payment
- Live guide (Dutch and English-speaking)
- Multilingual audio guide available in 18 languages
- 30-minute cruise
- 30-minute bus tour
- 2-hour Amsterdam port tour
- Entertainment tax
- Downloadable multilingual audio guide
- Free WiFi onboard
- Small menu for food & drinks (to buy)
Frequently Asked Questions About Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise Tickets
A. Yes, you can buy Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise tickets online.
A. There are multiple Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise tickets available online, with each offering a unique experience, with the prices starting from €19.
A. Yes, discounts are available on Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise tickets. You can avail of the discounts by booking your tickets online.
A. Yes, Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruises like VIP canal cruise ticket with welcome drink includes drinks. There are several other ticket options available that include drinks. For more information, check your tickets.
A. Cruise details such as boarding points will be mentioned on your Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise ticket. Please check your tickets before purchasing for details regarding timings, redemption center, facilities, and inclusion.
A. Cruise details such as ticket redemption center will be mentioned on your Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise ticket. Please check your tickets before purchasing for details regarding timings, boarding points, facilities, and inclusion.
A. Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruises include sights and highlights like Amsterdam Canals, Amstel River, Zaan River, Zaanse Schans, Skinny Bridge, Maritime Museum, A’Dam Lookout, Eye Filmmuseum, Dam Square, Port of Amsterdam, and several other important landmarks of the city. For more information, please check your tickets for the exact details.
A. Yes, most of the Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruises are wheelchair accessible. Make sure to check your tickets for more information.
A. Yes, most of the Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruises allow you to bring a service dog. Make sure to check your tickets for more information.
A. Yes, life jackets will be provided on your Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise.