Amsterdam · AMSTERDAM CANAL CRUISES

The 15 Best Amsterdam Canal Cruises

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The ring only makes sense from the water, and the boats differ far more than the routes do. These 15 compare the covered saloons, the open boats with drinks included and the small charters, on price, length and whether the roof actually opens.

Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option - From the canal ring to the Rijksmuseum
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Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

1.Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30,518 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $18Our pick

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for about an hour in a small group, with live commentary, electric engines, and views of the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Jordaan, and 15 Bridges. Boat style and refreshments vary, so check your selected departure and package carefully.

“Four people paid extra money for unlimited drinks, but there was no alcohol left, and each of us was only able to have one drink.”

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Amsterdam: 75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide - What the boat ride feels like
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Amsterdam: 75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

2.75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 17,501 reviews · from $17

Cruise Amsterdam’s historic canals for 75 minutes, passing the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk, Magere Brug, Rijksmuseum, and more. You get audio commentary in 19 languages, plus a kids’ version and goodie bag. Choose the snackbox option for sweet and savory treats with a drink.

“everything is great! the captain told me how to use the audio guides, and also gave additional comments on the buildings around us. at the end he congratulated my mother on her birthday. thanks for the reception and the quality of work”

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Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise - Starting near Central Station
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Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise

3.City Centre Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 12,827 reviews · from $18

See Amsterdam from the water on a one-hour cruise departing near Central Station. Admire Golden Age merchant houses, churches, bridges, and the Magere Brug while listening to commentary in many languages. Captains such as Simon and Mo may add personal stories and humor.

“The captain Simon was amazing entertainer and guide. I recommend this to anyone visiting Amsterdam.”

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option - Westerkerk and the Jordaan set the tone
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Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option

4.Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,976 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Cruise Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals for about an hour in a compact electric boat, passing Westerkerk, the Jordaan, and the Hermitage Museum. Guides such as Luuc, Matt, Jaro, and Sebastian may add local stories. Choose the drinks upgrade, but confirm how self-serve drinks work before departure.

“Have the most informative and fun canal tour with Anthony the friendliest tour guide! Would recommend 10/10”

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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket and City Canal Cruise - How much time to spend with Van Gogh
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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket and City Canal Cruise

5.Van Gogh Museum Ticket and City Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,899 reviews · 3 hours · from $47

Visit the Van Gogh Museum at your reserved entry time, then take a flexible city canal cruise from the Hard Rock Café or Heineken Experience docks. The museum follows Van Gogh’s life and work, while the covered boat offers city views, commentary in 21 languages, and a calm way to see Amsterdam.

“This was a great (long) day. We did 3.5 hrs in Van Gogh Museum before strolling across for canal cruise.”

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Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Onboard Bar - The live guide and onboard bar
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Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Onboard Bar

6.Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Onboard Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,619 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $24

Spend about an hour on an electric boat through Amsterdam’s evening canals, with live commentary, city lights, and drinks for sale onboard. Routes vary by departure point, but sights may include the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk, Rijksmuseum, Magere Brug, and the Amstel. Dress warmly.

“This is a great way to see some iconic sights in Amsterdam. The Captain and his mate were knowledgeable and funny. They were engaging the whole time with fun stories and history about Amsterdam.”

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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket & Canal Cruise - Inside the Van Gogh Museum
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Amsterdam: Van Gogh Museum Ticket & Canal Cruise

7.Van Gogh Museum Ticket & Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,304 reviews · 1 day · from $47

Choose a timed Van Gogh Museum visit, then take a one-hour Lovers canal cruise past Westerkerk, the Negen Straatjes, and Magere Brug. The boat offers panoramic windows and audio commentary in 19 languages. Reserve your cruise time at a Tours & Tickets shop after booking.

“We really enjoyed our cruise, it gave a real insight into Amsterdam central & gave us some key places to check out & also gave us a better idea of our whereabouts.”

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Amsterdam: City Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience - Copper tanks, brewing lessons, and a hands-on beer pour
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Amsterdam: City Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience

8.City Canal Cruise and Heineken Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,133 reviews · 3 hours · from $44

Start at the original Heineken brewery for a self-guided, multimedia tour of brewing tanks, brand history, beer tasting, and a draft-pouring challenge. Then take a one-hour canal cruise with GPS commentary in 19 languages. The cruise requires a separate time reservation.

“Brilliant day very well organised. The canal trip is a jut of a trek from the Heineken building make sure to read the ticket and pre book boat before”

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Live Guide and Unlimited Drinks - What you see along the Amstel
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Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Live Guide and Unlimited Drinks

9.Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Live Guide and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,573 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $20

Spend about an hour on Amsterdam’s canals aboard a quiet electric boat with a live Dutch and English-speaking guide. Expect landmarks such as the Magere Brug, Jordaan, Westerkerk, and Anne Frank House, plus unlimited Heineken, wine, coffee, tea, and soft drinks. Boats are open in summer and heated in winter.

“Rainy day so we couldn’t see much, but the guide (Jans?) & skipper were great, kind, and funny. It was also just me & my sister so it felt like a private tour. Very calm ride through the canals and learning some history of Amsterdam.”

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Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise Including Snacks and Drinks - From Keizersgracht 401 into the Jordaan
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Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise Including Snacks and Drinks

10.Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise Including Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,526 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $72

Board an electric sloop at Keizersgracht 401 for a two-hour cruise through the Jordaan, Amstel, Red Light District, and eastern canal ring. Your captain, such as Erik, Stan, Storm, or Charley, shares local stories while you enjoy bitterballen, cheese, stroopwafels, and drinks.

“This was a great canal tour. Very informative with a lot of history and fun facts. The pictures he showed were awesome. I highly recommend.”

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Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise & Free Flower Cocktail - Choosing between Central Station, Damrak, and the Rijksmuseum
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Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise & Free Flower Cocktail

11.City Centre Canal Cruise & Free Flower Cocktail

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 2,310 reviews · from $19

Sail Amsterdam’s Canal Belt from Central Station, Damrak, or the Rijksmuseum. You’ll pass the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk, Skinny Bridge, old warehouses, and Dancing Houses while an audio guide explains the city. The covered boat runs in all weather, with Wi-Fi, a toilet, and a flower cocktail included.

“Went to the city on my own. Very good first thing to do as i got to have a look around.”

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Amsterdam: City Canal Cruise and Rijksmuseum - The canal cruise: Amsterdam from its waterways
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Amsterdam: City Canal Cruise and Rijksmuseum

12.City Canal Cruise and Rijksmuseum

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,129 reviews · from $45

See Amsterdam from its UNESCO-listed canals, then explore the Rijksmuseum’s 800 years of Dutch art, including Rembrandt, Vermeer, Frans Hals, and Jan Steen. The museum entry has a fixed time slot, while the cruise is flexible between 10:00 AM and 6:00 PM.

“We had a lot of fun on our canal cruise and the Rijksmuseum visit. The museum is large and has much to offer. The canal cruise tour guided us through Amsterdam's canals and the Amstel river. The tour guide was very informative and we enjoyed every bit of our trip!”

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Amsterdam: German Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks Option - Meeting the boat beside Sea Palace
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Amsterdam: German Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks Option

13.German Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 2,108 reviews · from $28

Spend one hour on a quiet electric canal boat with a native German guide, hearing stories about Amsterdam’s canals, bridges, houseboats, and culture. You’ll pass the Amstel, Magere Brug, Jewish Quarter, Herengracht, and more. Choose the unlimited drinks option if you want beer, wine, soft drinks, and water during the ride.

“The Tourguide did a great job at telling us all the exciting facts about the canals and Amsterdam. By attending a cruise like that you get a new perspektive on the streets and the houseboats. We definetly enjoyed our experience on this cruise.!! Would recommend.:)”

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Amsterdam: The Newest Canal Cruise with Drink Option - Finding the boat beside Amsterdam Central Station
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Amsterdam: The Newest Canal Cruise with Drink Option

14.The Newest Canal Cruise with Drink Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,067 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour on Amsterdam’s canals in a quiet electric boat carrying no more than 28 people. Your English or Dutch-speaking skipper, such as JJ, Mark, or Anna, shares local stories as you pass the Skinny Bridge, Dancing Houses, Amstel River, Oude Kerk, and more. Drinks are optional.

“we absolutely loved our canal cruise with Eco Boats at the end of October!!the weather was very changeable but half of the boat was cover incase of a sudden rain.we sat on the open side and just used umbrellas that were provided.boat was lovely,clean and comfy. The guide was very informative and the view very absolutely stunning.book3d this cruise despite the weather forecast being bad but it turned out well.price was really good.Absolutely recommend!!”

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Amsterdam: Cozy Evening Canal Cruise With Open Bar Option - Starting near Dam Square and the Red Light District
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Amsterdam: Cozy Evening Canal Cruise With Open Bar Option

15.Cozy Evening Canal Cruise With Open Bar Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,565 reviews · from $22

Spend one hour on Amsterdam’s central canals with a local host and skipper, passing the Jordaan, Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, Magere Brug, and Anne Frank House. Boats are partly covered and blankets are provided in rain. Choose a basic cruise or add unlimited drinks. English tour, maximum 26 people.

“This was great! the guides were helpful, informative and attentive! highly suggest”

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