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Great Experience!
Knowledgeable tour guide, and it was a great experience! Highly recommend if you want to do a quick tour on the canal.
Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks
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At a glance
- Duration
- 1 hour
- Price from
- $31 / person
- Location
- Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Rating
- 4.8 / 5 · 549 reviews
- Languages
- EN, NL
- Group
- Small group, up to 35
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Boat Amsterdam
- Meeting point
- Please meet us at the waterfront in front of the H'Art Museum (formerly known as the Hermitage Museum) located at the Amstel 51F in Amsterdam
Description
Aye sailor! Welcome on Board! Enjoy our live guided Amsterdam Canal Cruise through the OLD CITY CENTRE with two drinks (Beer, Wine and Sodas) included. And Yes, we have a toilet on board! This cruise will take you where the big regular Canal Cruise boats can't go. Sail the canals and experience Amsterdam in peace from the water. Our hosts and captains will ensure that you will have an enjoyable canal cruise whilst they tell you everything you have always wanted to know about Amsterdam. From the comfort of our boat you can enjoy Amsterdam from the water. Cruise along Amsterdam's most beautiful canals, Amstel River, 7 bridges and the Skinny Bridge. Listen to the host telling you some fun stories about Amsterdam. Please note that some of our boats are fully open in the summer. In the spring and in the fall the boats can be open or covered. And in winter time the boats will be covered and we will have heated seats. We are looking forward to welcome you on board!
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Start times
- 39 times a day, 9:10 AM–10:10 PM
- Next available
- Thu, Oct 8
- Adult (ages 16+)
- $31
- Child (ages 4–15)
- $17
- Infant (ages 0–3)
- Free
Prices change with the date; the lowest is shown.
Out at sunset: the 5:40 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 6:35 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 638 of the next 1170 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 7.
Tour Options
Itinerary
H'ART Museum
The 1-hour cruise departs in front of the Hermitage Museum. Please not that the following sights are examples of what we might pass by. Routes may vary due to traffic, constructions etc.
The Amstel
Cruise through Amstel, one of the many canals in Amsterdam.
Dutch National Opera & Ballet
Dutch National Opera & Ballet
Red Light District
Cruise through one of the most talked-about neighborhoods in the city, due to its housing of the world's oldest profession.
Magere Brug
Magere Brug
Herengracht
Herengracht
Prinsengracht
Prinsengracht
Ice Bar Amsterdam
Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center
Boerejongens
Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina
Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina
The Bulldog The First
The Bulldog
Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder
Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder
Brouwerij de Prael
Brouwerij de Prael
Weeping Tower
Weeping Tower
NEMO Science Museum
NEMO Science Museum
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum
Het Scheepvaartmuseum
Architecture Centre of Amsterdam
Arcam
Waterlooplein Market
Waterloo square flea market
Hortus Botanicus
Hortus Botanicus
Montelbaanstoren
Montelbaanstoren
Museum Het Rembrandthuis
Museum Het Rembrandthuis
What's included
Included
1 hour Open Boat Canal Cruise on a 100% Electric Boat
Toilet available on board
Two Drinks (Beer, Wine, Soda, Coffee or Tea)
Live guide
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.8
549 reviews
How it compares in Amsterdam
- Starting price $31 is 56% below the typical $70 for tours of similar length in Amsterdam
Excurgo comparison of 2,092 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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. 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.
- 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.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks take?
Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks lasts about 1 hour. The itinerary has 21 stops.
How much does Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks cost?
Prices start at $31 per person for this Amsterdam experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, with 39 departures a day between 9:10 AM and 10:10 PM.
How much does Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks cost for children?
Children aged 4–15 pay from $17, adults from $31. Infants go free.
Does Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks sell out?
It can: 638 of the next 1170 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please meet us at the waterfront in front of the H'Art Museum (formerly known as the Hermitage Museum) located at the Amstel 51F in Amsterdam. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks offered in?
The experience is available in EN, NL.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 35 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Children must be accompanied by an adult
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(549)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
K
Highly recommended
Guide Luis and skipper Dan were super. Very exciting, entertaining, attentive, and funny.
C
Canal Views
Wonderful evening excursion with beautiful views of the city. Captain shared interesting history of Amsterdam.
Operator response
Dear Christina, Thank you very much for your 4-star review! We're so pleased to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful evening views of Amsterdam from the water and that you appreciated the interesting stories shared by your captain. An evening cruise through the canals is a wonderful way to experience the city. We had secretly hoped to be thanking you for a 5-star review! We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on board again in the future and earn that fifth star. Thank you for choosing Boat Amsterdam, and we hope to see you again on one of our open boat cruises through Amsterdam's beautiful canals!
E
The guide was...
The guide was excellent—he gave just enough historical detail to make it interesting. The evening was beautiful, and the size of the group was perfect.
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review! We’re so pleased you enjoyed your Amsterdam canal cruise with Boat Amsterdam. It’s wonderful to hear the live guide struck the perfect balance with the historical stories, and that you enjoyed the beautiful evening atmosphere on board. We’re also happy the smaller group size made the boat tour through Amsterdam even more enjoyable. We hope to welcome you back again soon!
P
It was such a fun and...
It was such a fun and informative cruise where we learnt so much about the city and canals and DJ and the captain were lovely!
Operator response
Thank you for your lovely review, Poojanie! We’re delighted to hear you had such a fun and informative Amsterdam canal cruise with Boat Amsterdam. It’s wonderful to know you enjoyed learning more about the city and the beautiful Amsterdam canals during the tour. DJ and the captain will be very happy to hear your kind words and to know they helped make your canal cruise through Amsterdam such a memorable experience. We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back on board again soon!
E
Best Experience 👍
Best thing we did for sure! It was sooo much fun And the tour guides were the best! She goes by little goose and maverick also known as Jueren ;)! They weee very informative, kind, and so much fun! Highly recommend to book this tour! Best experience ever no doubt!!
M
River cruise
Excellent river cruise with captain Dan and little goose as our guide. Really enjoyable, fun and informative trip. Definitely recommend to others.
K
Not open boat and this was my preference
Was not an open boat and the windows we fogged up a lot of the time (we used our gloves/scarves to try to clear). Guide was having to take really loud because there was a group of 6 drunk dudes laughing and being loud the whole time. Enjoyed the sights and somewhat relaxing ride. Drinks were plentiful.
T
A warm outing as with friends
Great tour with Lara and Jack who are very friendly and tell us funny stories and give us explanations we would not have found in the paper guide. The hot drink was welcome as it was quite cold, but that did not prevent you from enjoying the outing well. Jack didn't hesitate to stop the boat so I could take the pictures.
S
Cruise on the canals of Amsterdam
1 hour on the canals with Berend, our top cruise captain, very professional, kind, funny. He explained the different points we visited. We recommend 100%
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