Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise in Old City Centre with Drinks Options

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About this 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!

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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 (16–120 years)

What is included

Included

Included: *Fresh Air and Natural Light*: Being in an open boat makes it more enjoyable and immersive.
Included: ⁠*Intimate Experience*: Open boats often provide a more personal setting.
Included: *Scenic Views*: An open boat canal cruise offers unobstructed views!
Included: Small Open Electric boat with toilet on board

Not included

Not included: If you would like to have the drinks on board included, please upgrade your ticket to add drinks!

Itinerary

Boat Amsterdam

10 min

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

Passing by

The Amstel is the main river and foundation of Amsterdam.
Dutch National Opera & Ballet

Passing by

Dutch National Opera & Ballet are combined with the town hall and is the biggest building of the city center.
Red Light District

Passing by

We will sail through the world famous Red Light District. It is a safe distance for children to also join this cruise.
Magere Brug

Passing by

The Magere Brug is a national monument and one of the world famous icons of the city. With a magical story....
Herengracht

Passing by

Herengracht is the most inner canal of the Unesco heritage.
Prinsengracht

Passing by

Prinsengracht is the third canal of the Unesco area.
Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center

Passing by

Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center is a high end coffee shop close to the Herengracht.
Amsterdam Icebar

Passing by

Need to cool down? Try the Xtracold Icebar and drink a beer surrounded by ice.
Munt Tower (Munttoren)

Passing by

Munt Tower is the place in the city centre where the dutch coin was made for a few years.
Rokin

Passing by

Rokin is the entrance to the Dam Square.
Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina

Passing by

Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina is located next to the water and can be seen during the cruise.
The Bulldog The First

Passing by

The Bulldog Amsterdam is by far the most internationally knows coffee shop with many famous people who visited it.
Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder

Passing by

Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder is a secret church in the Old City Center.
Brouwerij de Prael

Passing by

Brouwerij de Prael is a brewer located on the waterside in the Red Light District.
Weeping Tower

Passing by

Weeping Tower is where the women of the sailors would weep when their husbands would go out sailing.
NEMO Science Museum

Passing by

NEMO Science Museum is great for children to explore from young until teenagers.
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum

Passing by

The Scheepvaartmuseum is all our nautical history combined. Where you can see how it developed over the centuries.
Architecture Centre of Amsterdam

Passing by

Arcam is the source of modern architecture combined with history.
Waterlooplein Market

Passing by

Waterlooplein Market is the world famous flee market in the Old Jewish quarter.
Hortus Botanicus

Passing by

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

Passing by

Montelbaanstoren is the one of the very few remains of the Old City Center defense system.
Museum Het Rembrandthuis

Passing by

Museum Het Rembrandthuis is the old residence of Rembrandt and is converted into a museum.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum. Formerly known as the Hermitage Museum.

End point

The boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum. Formerly known as the Hermitage Museum.

Using your ticket

Our departure location is the boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum, formerly known as the Hermitage Museum. Amstel 51 F.

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

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%

Good to know

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

Options

Add all drinks to your cruise!

Add all drinks to your cruise!: Choosing this option will give you ALL DRINKS INCLUDED during your cruise!

(Beer, Wine, Coffee, Tea and Soda's).

Toilet incl
Amazing Canal Cruise Amsterdam
Add 2 drinks to your cruise!

Add 2 drinks to your cruise: If you buy this upgrade you will have 2 drinks added (Beer, Wine, Coffee, Tea or Soda's) during cruise.