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The 15 Best Amsterdam Canal Cruises & Boat Tours

27 tours  Â·  from $15 a head

The canal ring is a UNESCO site you can only read properly from the water. The 15 below compare open saloon boats, heated glass ones, the audio-guide hours and the evening sailings where the drinks are included.

Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese - Setting off along the Prinsengracht
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Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese

1.Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31,825 reviews · from $21Our pick

Spend about an hour on Amsterdam’s canals aboard a classic covered wooden saloon boat. Your guide points out the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Jordaan, Skinny Bridge, and more, with cheese, mustard, beer, wine, and soft drinks available through the upgraded option.

“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.”

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Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option - From the Jordaan to the Prinsengracht
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Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

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

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

Spend about an hour on Amsterdam’s canals aboard a small electric boat, with live English commentary from guides such as Sophia, Arnoud, or Stef. Pass the Jordaan, Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Skinny Bridge, and 15 Bridges. Choose the drinks and bites option carefully, since inclusions vary by departure.

“Stef and care were awesome tour guides, very informative answered many questions we had, hospitality easily a 15/10, 100% recomend booking at 4:15 for more money as you see the canals in day light and night light, thank you both for making our night we truly enjoyed every aspect”

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Amsterdam: Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Cheese & Wine - The route from Westerkerk to the Prinsengracht
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Amsterdam: Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Cheese & Wine

3.Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Cheese & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 27,035 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend an hour on a covered, fully electric boat with a live English-speaking skipper and hostess. Pass the Skinny Bridge, Anne Frank House, Golden Bend, Old Harbor, and Jordaan. Choose the cheese-and-wine option for unlimited Dutch cheese, wine, beer, and soda during the cruise.

“We had such a beautiful time on this boat trip in Amsterdam. From the moment we stepped on board, everything felt relaxed and welcoming. The canals looked magical from the water especially passing the historic houses and little bridges it’s honestly the best way to see the city. The wine and cheese selection was lovely. The cheeses were fresh and full of flavour, perfectly paired with the wine, and it made the whole experience feel extra special. It wasn’t rushed at all we could sit back, enjoy our drinks, and just take in the views. The staff were friendly, attentive, and made sure everyone was comfortable. It felt intimate and…”

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Amsterdam: Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks - Boarding at Stadhouderskade
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Amsterdam: Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks

4.Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 22,178 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $23

Cruise Amsterdam’s UNESCO canals for 90 minutes with Blue Boat Company, passing Skinny Bridge, Centraal Station, A’DAM Tower, and the Rijksmuseum. Choose a multilingual audio guide, sit inside or outside, and add wine, cheese, snacks, and drinks for a relaxed evening on the water.

“Lovely evening. Great way of seeing Amsterdam. Definately recommend”

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Amsterdam: Heated Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bite - The First Views: Old Canal Houses and the Museum Quarter
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Amsterdam: Heated Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bite

5.Heated Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bite

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21,431 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours · from $18

See Amsterdam from its canals on a quiet electric boat with a live English-speaking skipper and host. You’ll pass the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, Hermitage Museum, Amstel Hotel, and Golden Bend. Choose unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and a small snack portion.

“Good Craic over all and they gave me a free drink for winning one if their quizzes”

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Amsterdam: 75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide - Prinsengracht and Westerkerk: the classic canal view
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Amsterdam: 75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

6.75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 19,938 reviews · 1h 15m · from $18

Cruise Amsterdam’s historic canals for 75 minutes, passing the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk, Magere Brug, Rijksmuseum, NEMO, and more. Choose a snackbox, use audio commentary in 19 languages, or give children the Fresh Water Pirate story and booklet. Captain Brian may add lively local commentary.

“Lovely boat trip. Seeing Amsterdam from the canal is a must”

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Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise including Audioguide - What you see along the one-hour route
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Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise including Audioguide

7.City Centre Canal Cruise including Audioguide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 16,901 reviews · 1 hour · from $17Best value

See Amsterdam from the water on a one-hour city-centre cruise with audio commentary in 19 languages. Choose from four departure points near Central Station, Anne Frank House, Leidseplein, or the Rijksmuseum. Heated boats, evening sailings, and friendly captains make this an easy first look at the city.

“We enjoyed this cruise in the evening time. Very kind and courteous guides who gave us lots of insight as we went. Was good at night but would also like to do the same cruise in the day time as well. This cruise if worth your time and money!”

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Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Heated Cruise by Captain Jack - Central Station, the Singel, and the Working City
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Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Heated Cruise by Captain Jack

8.Inclusive 90-Minutes Heated Cruise by Captain Jack

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16,101 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for 90 minutes from Rijksmuseum or Central Station on a small electric boat. Captains such as Roland, Oliver, David, Joe, and J-P combine city history with unlimited Heineken, wine, and Dutch snacks. Boats can be enclosed and heated, but weather and window fogging affect comfort and views.

“It was not a really cold day but it was quite chilly and there was no heat. Just blankets. The tour guide should have used a microphone so those in the back could hear what was being said more clearly.”

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Amsterdam: Smoke and Lounge City Boat Cruise - The Seven Bridges and Amsterdam’s best water views
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Amsterdam: Smoke and Lounge City Boat Cruise

9.Smoke and Lounge City Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,572 reviews · 1 hour - 70 minutes · from $27

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for 70 minutes on a relaxed, smoke-friendly lounge boat. You’ll pass the Herengracht, Prinsengracht, Seven Bridges, Amstel, Skinny Bridge, and Dancing Houses, with music, heated seats, and optional drinks. Guides such as Emma, Radi, Boris, and Stef have made the ride warm and social.

“Such nice crew so chill just let you do your thing”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle - Choosing between an open and closed boat
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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

10.Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,935 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Join Friendship Amsterdam for a one-hour open-boat cruise from central Amsterdam. Your captain and host, names such as Nuno, René, Adriana, and Neils, share city stories while you pass the Old Church, Skinny Bridge, Central Station, and Amstel River. Drinks are available to buy, and blankets are provided.

“Had an amazing time, booked for unlimited cocktails and my glass was never empty for long! Aigiz was our guide and he was very friendly and made our journey that much better, would definitely book again!!”

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Amsterdam: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Boat options - Finding Stop 1 behind Central Station
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Amsterdam: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Boat options

11.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Boat options

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 5,667 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $35

See Amsterdam by open-road bus and canal boat over 24 or 48 hours. Use multilingual audio, onboard Wi-Fi, and stops near Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Heineken Experience, and Gassan Diamonds. The boat gives the better city view, while the bus helps connect sights beyond the canals.

“audio links did not always work. the optional hoho boat had phenomenal driver, better than audio..”

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Amsterdam: Covered Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks - Choosing between the two drink packages
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Amsterdam: Covered Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

12.Covered Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,435 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Join a maximum of 26 people on a covered Amsterdam canal boat, with a skipper and English-speaking host. Choose two drinks or unlimited beer, wine, and soda, then cruise past the Amstel, Seven Bridges, Herengracht, and Prinsengracht.

“Laurens and Yelly were superb, excellent knowledge and a few jokes here and there. Highly recommend đź‘Ť”

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option - What you see from Westerkerk to the Jordaan
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Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option

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

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

See Amsterdam from a small electric boat with a captain-guide at the wheel. You’ll pass Westerkerk, Jordaan canals, the Hermitage Museum, bridges, and historic canal houses. Guides such as Detrik, Luuc, Matt, and Anthony are praised for their stories. Add unlimited drinks if you want a more social ride.

“Brilliant, fun and informative. The guide was very good. We enjoyed every minute. We learnt a lot and had a laugh as well”

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Amsterdam Newest Canal Cruise with local guide and small group - Saint Nicholas Basilica and Amsterdam’s maritime identity
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Amsterdam Newest Canal Cruise with local guide and small group

14.Amsterdam Newest Canal Cruise with local guide and small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,735 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Cruise Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canal ring for about an hour in a small boat carrying up to 28 people. Local skippers such as Mark, Alfred, JJ, and Eddie explain the city’s landmarks, while blankets, ponchos, umbrellas, and optional drinks help in changing weather.

“Really enjoyed our trip . Mark was a great tour guide. This tour is really worth it. Would definitely recommend”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle - Choosing between an open and closed boat
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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

15.Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,393 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Join Friendship Amsterdam for a one-hour canal cruise with an included welcome cocktail and Dutch waffle. Guides such as Janine, Nuno, Kasper, and Kim share city stories as you pass NEMO, Magere Brug, the Amstel, and the Flower Market. Upgrade for unlimited drinks and Dutch cheese.

“Amazing value for money - Nuno and Janine were amazing tour guides!!”

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