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Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Open Bar - Red Light District

4.6 (32 reviews) one hour Free cancellation
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Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Open Bar - Red Light District

About this activity

Get on board of one of the comfortable boats. Sail the canals and experience Amsterdam in peace from the water.

Our captain will make sure that you have the best canal cruise of your life! He/she will guide you through the canals of Amsterdam and tell you everything you have always wanted to know. From the comfort of our boat you can enjoy Amsterdam from the water. Listen to the captain telling you some fun stories about Amsterdam while you are consuming the included drinks.

Please select a preferred date and time to view the various ticketing options. We look forward to welcoming you on board of one of our open boats for a cruise!

Day Cruises Private and Luxury City Tours Water Tours Coffee Cruises Sightseeing Cruises Excellent Quality Spring Break

At a glance

Duration
one hour
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 35 people
People per booking
1–30
Guide
English, Dutch
Written guide
English, Dutch
Operated by
Boat Amsterdam

Ages: Infants (0–3 years) · Children (4–15 years) · Adults (16–100 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Local guide
  • Included: 100% electric boats
  • Included: Unlimited Heineken beer, wines and soft drinks
  • Included: Toilet
  • Included: Tea and coffee: Coffee and/or Tea

Not included

  • Not included: Food and bites
  • Not included: Transportation to/from attractions

Itinerary

  1. Dutch National Opera & Ballet

    Passing by

    Dutch National Opera & Ballet, this building includes city hall.

  2. The Amstel

    Passing by

    The Amstel river is the bases of Amsterdam.

  3. Magere Brug

    Passing by

    The Magere Brug is a national monument and one of the most romantic places of Amsterdam.

  4. Herengracht

    Passing by

    The Herengracht of Gentleman's canal is one of the main canals of Amsterdam including the Golden bend.

  5. Red Light District

    Passing by

    You can't miss the world famous Red Light District. Including the daycare located between the prostitutes.

  6. Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center

    Passing by

    Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center is one of the most popular coffeeshops of Amsterdam.

  7. Museum of the Canals

    Passing by

    Museum of the Canals, sharing the history of the canals.

  8. Huis Bartolotti

    Passing by

    Museumhuis Bartolotti

  9. Munt Tower (Munttoren)

    Passing by

    Munt Tower, translated "coin tower" is where the Dutch coins used to be made.

  10. Amsterdam Icebar

    Passing by

    Xtracold Icebar, if you like to drink a beer like you are on the Northpole.

  11. Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina

    Passing by

    Statue Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina on her horse.

  12. Rokin

    Passing by

    The Rokin is one of the shopping area's of Amsterdam.

  13. Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder

    Passing by

    Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder is a secret church in the attic of the house.

  14. The Bulldog The First

    Passing by

    The Bulldog Amsterdam was the first official coffeeshop of Amsterdam.

  15. Weeping Tower

    Passing by

    Weeping Tower is where the women waved goodbye to their sailors.

  16. Brouwerij de Prael

    Passing by

    Brouwerij de Prael is a small brewer in the city heart of Amsterdam.

  17. Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum

    Passing by

    The Scheepvaartmuseum or Nautical museum tells the story of the Dutch adventures sailing around the world.

  18. NEMO Science Museum

    Passing by

    NEMO Science Museum is the adventure museum for kids to explore and learn.

  19. Architecture Centre of Amsterdam

    Passing by

    Arcam has an overview for the history architecture of Amsterdam.

  20. Waterlooplein Market

    Passing by

    Waterlooplein Market is the world famous flee market.

  21. Montelbaanstoren

    Passing by

    Montelbaanstoren is one of the very few old defense towers of the old city centre.

  22. Museum Het Rembrandthuis

    Passing by

    Museum Het Rembrandthuis is in the old house of Rembrandt where he made his famous paintings.

  23. Leprozenpoort

    Passing by

    Leprozenpoort is the old entrance of a house that has been located here before the 15th century.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

  • We depart at the big boat dock in front of the Central Station. This is a busy area, so please be 10 minutes in advance to find our blue colored boats.

End point

  • We depart at the big boat dock in front of the Central Station. This is a busy area, so please be 10 minutes in advance to find our blue colored boats.

Using your ticket

You can find us in front of the Central Station in Amsterdam. Google Adres: Stationsplein 24, 1012 AB, Amsterdam

We might be on the other side (south side) of the water from the Google Adres.

Please make sure that you are at the departure location at least 10 minutes prior to your departure time & scan your tickets at one of our colleagues on the dock.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel You get back
At least one day before 100%
Less than a day before 0%
  • The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Service animals allowed

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • 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

  • In case of bad weather we provide umbrella's or poncho'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.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years

  • Our crew speaks both Dutch and English. The tour is given mainly in English.

  • Please make sure that you are at the departure location at least 10 minutes prior to your departure time for your check in.

Traveller ratings

4.6 out of 5 · 32 reviews
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