AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam’s best days out.
The 15 most popular canal cruises in Amsterdam. A short list of the ones worth booking ahead, with prices, run times and who you go with.
One-hour Amsterdam canal cruise in a covered wooden saloon boat with unlimited drinks and Dutch Gouda cheese plus onboard stories of the sights.
Most Popular“Wonderful and interactive tour. Very informative about the history of netherlands as well. Our tour guides were very entertaining. 10/10 even on a rainy day.”
A small-group, 1-hour electric canal cruise through Amsterdam’s canal ring, with live guide commentary and an optional drinks and bites add-on.
“I usually hate tours and find them pretty boring, but this was honestly the only one I stayed fully engaged in—and that’s 100% because of Sophia. She was funny, super knowledgeable, and made the whole experience feel effortless instead of scripted. The boat ride itself was smooth, and we got to see all of Amsterdam…”
Electric Amsterdam open-boat cruise with a live English guide. Unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks plus small bites on select options.
“Really enjoyable trip in the Amsterdam sun. The guides were excellent providing a running commentary and witty explanations of the buildings and canals. Well organised and run like clockwork, everyone had a great time.”
See Amsterdam’s UNESCO canals in one hour with audio in 19 languages, a covered boat, and standout captain-led storytelling from Central Station.
“Nice view of the lights in the winter. Great location. The canals were very nice.”
Luxury saloon boat cruise in Amsterdam with captain narration, blankets, and cocktail options. See key canals, bridges, and landmarks.
“René and Quessia were our guides and did such an amazing job providing fun games and drinks while telling us about Amsterdam. Definitely recommend if you’re visiting Amsterdam!”
1-hour open electric canal cruise through Amsterdam’s UNESCO canals with an unlimited drinks option and cozy blankets.
“It's our first time to Amsterdam and we were looking forward to this activity. Disappointed that the tour boat never showed up. We scheduled the tour for 11.30 and we were at the waiting spot at 11.15. We waited until 11.45 and we called the tour and no one answered. We then called Viator. They…”
Van Gogh Museum entry plus a 75-min Amsterdam canal cruise. Timed museum access, open canal boarding, and audio with free earphones.
“Went to the Van Gogh Museum first at the time selected then when we were finished were able to go to the canal cruise site next to the Hard Rock Cafe and present the ticket to get on board once it departed. Very flexible good value”
1-hour Amsterdam saloon boat cruise with a local guide, Amstel canal views, and optional unlimited drinks and bites.
“Do not purchase unlimited drink option, it’s 💯 rip-off. Apparently, after ordering a single cocktail, we were asked for payment. That’s when we were told the unlimited drink option is only for non-alcoholic drinks. In addition, we and everyone else were only offered a drink one time during the entire cruise. So basically, I paid…”
Hour-long Amsterdam evening canal cruise with live English guide and onboard bar, passing key sights like Anne Frank House and the Skinny Bridge.
“Good experience. The guide was amazing. We enjoyed a lot but need more facilities on boat. Overall good.”
Van Gogh Museum time-slot ticket plus a 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise with multilingual audio. Great value for a 1-day hit list.
“Perfect combination of two very diverse activities. I LOVED the Van Gogh Museum, followed by the boat ride where you learn more about Amsterdam’s history. Had a great time.”
Fast-track Heineken Experience plus a 1-hour GPS canal cruise along Amsterdam’s UNESCO Canal Belt, with beer tasting included.
“Really good deal and experience! Super easy to book”
1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise with live guide on a 100% electric boat and unlimited Heineken, wine, and soft drinks.
“Absolutely incredible host, wine and experience! The whole boat ride was amazing and we got to see the city up close like never before”
A 2-hour small-group Amsterdam canal cruise on an electric open sloop with snacks, open bar, and stories along the Jordaan canals.
“What a brilliant trip. Phillipe was amazing, such a knowledgeable and engaging pilot / guide. Learnt so much about Amsterdam and its history. 100% recommend.”
Amsterdam canal cruise with audio guide and free flower cocktail. Glide past Anne Frank House and Magere Brug in about 1 hour.
“The canal cruise was wonderful! Beautiful canals and homes to view. Would definitely do this again!”
Enjoy a 75-minute Amsterdam UNESCO canal cruise plus timed Rijksmuseum entry with audio in 19 languages, and optional snack box treats and drink.
“Sorta vague about where to meet… it was nice once it commenced!”
The whole canal city, and every day trip beyond it.
