Historical Canal Tour

4.9 (78 reviews) one hour Free cancellation

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Historical Canal Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Departure at museum — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Enjoy an hour-long cruise through the canals of Groningen, interesting information and unlimited free drinks. We sail past the Old Museum (Westerhaven), warehouses Hoge and Lage der A, AA Church, corner of Ameland, Noorderhaven, De Prinsenhof, Martinitoren and the Stadsschouwburg. The skipper on duty tells an animated story about Groningen and its sights.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 25 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English, Dutch
Operated by: Boot Groningen

Ages: Infants (1–6 years) · Children (7–11 years) · Youth (12–18 years) · Adults (19–60 years) · Seniors (61–80 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Carbonated beverages: Coke, Fanta, Zero sugar options
Included: Bottled water
Included: Alcoholic beverages: Beer, White wine and Rose

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

The Oosterhaven is the marina of Groningen. Here boat owners can dock their boats and spend the night. If you fancy pancakes make sure to visit the Pancake Ship!
Hoofdstation Groningen

Passing by

The Central Station of Groningen was awarded the price of most beautiful station of the Netherlands. Take a look in the main entrance hall to find out why!
Groninger Museum

Passing by

The Groninger Museum is an artwork in itself. Combining local history and modern day expositions, it's worth a visit.
Stop 4

Passing by

During the Golden Age this was one of the most important parts of Groningen. Warehouses for trading all kinds of goods. Now it's considered to be the best looking part of Groningen.
Stop 5

Passing by

During the Golden Age this was one of the most important parts of Groningen. Warehouses for trading all kinds of goods. Now it's considered to be the best looking part of Groningen.
Stop 6

Passing by

The Noorderhaven starts where the Hoge and Lage der A. Here you find a lot of houseboats, some in better condition than the others.
Prinsentuin

Passing by

Royal Garden, built for the Princes of Nassau in 1594. Now it's open to the public.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The boat will depart at the dock next to the bridge, you can always step into our office to say hello or to use our bathroom.

End point

The boat will depart at the dock next to the bridge, you can always step into our office to say hello or to use our bathroom.

Using your ticket

Look for the office 'Boot Groningen'

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.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.