Amsterdam Canal Cruise

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Experience Highlights

Get ready for this aquatic experience in Amsterdam! Climb aboard a 1-hour cruise through the city’s charming canals. From the water, the views are breathtaking! Ready to discover the magic of the Netherlands’ capital from the water?

Right from the start, the cruise will take you past iconic landmarks such as the Anne Frank House and the famous Narrow Bridge. It’s brilliant! With the audio guide available, you’ll learn all the secrets and interesting facts about Amsterdam’s canals.

Ready to set sail? All you need to do is head to the departure point, near Central Station, 20 minutes in advance and show your digital ticket before boarding the boat. If you’re travelling with your family, it’s worth noting that children under 4 can board the boat for free.

  • Take in must-see sights such as the Anne Frank House, the Narrow Bridge and the old harbour whilst you cruise on this 1-hour tour of Amsterdam.
  • Keep your multilingual audio guide to hand during the tour to uncover the secrets of the city’s canals.
  • Capture the essence of Amsterdam with photos from a unique vantage point. Immortalise the best view of the ‘Venice of the North’!

What’s included

  • 1-hour cruise on the Amsterdam Canal
  • Multilingual audio guide

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Keep in mind you need to arrive 15 minutes before start

Step by Step

Discover Amsterdam like never before! Embark on a canal cruise with this tour lasting approximately one hour. Learn about the fascinating history of the city and its canals, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thanks to the audio guide. Ready to sail the canals of Amsterdam?

During the cruise, you’ll pass close to several of Amsterdam’s most iconic landmarks. Here are some of the highlights:

  • The Narrow Bridge: its real name is Magere Brug and it is characterised by being a double bascule bridge and its 17th-century Dutch architecture. A true symbol of the city!
  • The Anne Frank House: the place where Anne Frank and her family lived during the Second World War. A site steeped in history and emotion.
  • Take in the old harbour and learn about overseas trade and the Dutch companies that were founded in the 17th century, the Dutch Golden Age.
  • Grachtengordel, a neighbourhood designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site, featuring three canals. Don’t miss the views of the spectacular houses in the area.

During the tour, you’ll also be within easy reach of other fascinating spots such as Central Station, the vintage boutiques and cafés of the Nine Streets, and the majestic River Amstel which flows through the city.

Amsterdam is a charming city that can be explored on foot or by boat, but the experience of discovering and photographing it from a cruise will give you a whole new perspective.

It’s a must-do! An essential part of your tour of the capital of the Netherlands. Ready to set off on this adventure?

Reviews

4.7
· 726 Reviews
  • K
    K.
    5
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    Happy with my choice, I think it couldn't have gone any better. The tour was amazing and felt very high quality. I highly recommend it.
  • K
    K.
    5
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    A very accessible tour for everyone, I took away a very nice experience.
  • F
    F.
    5
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    A very pleasant experience on this cruise, the atmosphere was very friendly for everyone and the tour was fantastic.
  • L
    L.
    5
    (0 Reviews)
    It was a short but very nice trip, with a very pleasant atmosphere. I liked this tour very much, it should not be missing in the itinerary of anyone going to Amsterdam.

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