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Amsterdam 1-Hour Open Boat Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks
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Amsterdam 1-Hour Open Boat Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Two Drinks

by Boat Amsterdam

1 hour
Amsterdam
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1 hour
Starting time
Friday 11 September 2026
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Free cancellation until 10 Sept 2026.
€48.60€54Save 10%
2 adults × €24.30
All taxes and fees included

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Overview

This is a one-hour open boat canal cruise in Amsterdam featuring a live guide and two included drinks. The cruise departs from the dock in front of the Hermitage Museum and travels through the city’s old center, including canals like the Amstel River and landmarks such as the Skinny Bridge and Magere Brug. The boat is 100% electric and has a toilet on board. Depending on the season, the boat may be fully open, covered, or heated. During the cruise, the guide provides commentary and stories about the sights along the route. The boat navigates areas that larger canal boats cannot reach. Included drinks are beer, wine, soda, coffee, or tea, and each guest receives two beverages. The route passes notable locations including Dutch National Opera & Ballet, the Jordaan neighborhood, the Cat Cabinet, Westerkerk, the Amsterdam Canal Ring, Anne Frank House, and others. The exact route may vary due to traffic or construction. The tour is suited for guests who want a quieter canal experience with live narration and refreshments. Children must be accompanied by an adult. In bad weather, umbrellas are provided and covered boats may be used. If the tour is cancelled, guests can reschedule or receive a full refund.

Highlights

1-hour canal cruise on a 100% electric open boat
Live guide narrates the route and landmarks
Two drinks included per guest (beer, wine, soda, coffee, tea)
Boat has toilet facilities on board
Cruise departs in front of the Hermitage Museum
Seasonal boat coverage with heated seats in winter

What's included

One-hour open boat canal cruise on a 100% electric boat
Toilet available on board
Two drinks per person including beer, wine, soda, coffee or tea
Live guide providing commentary throughout the cruise

Itinerary

1

Departure in front of Hermitage Museum

The 1-hour cruise departs from the dock located in front of the Hermitage Museum. The route may change due to traffic, construction, or other conditions, so the sights passed are examples only.

2

Amstel River

The boat sails through the Amstel River, one of Amsterdam’s many waterways.

3

Dutch National Opera & Ballet

The cruise passes by the Dutch National Opera & Ballet building.

4

Red Light District neighborhood

The boat travels through a neighborhood known for its historic association with the world’s oldest profession.

5

Magere Brug

The route includes sailing under the Magere Brug, a well-known drawbridge in Amsterdam.

6

Herengracht Canal

The boat passes along the Herengracht canal, one of the city’s main canals.

7

Prinsengracht Canal

The cruise continues through the Prinsengracht canal.

8

Ice Bar Amsterdam

The route goes near the Ice Bar Amsterdam.

9

Boerejongens

The boat passes by Boerejongens, a known local establishment.

10

Jordaan neighborhood

The cruise sails through the Jordaan, a historic district in Amsterdam.

11

The Cat Cabinet

The boat passes the Cat Cabinet, a museum dedicated to cats.

12

Amsterdam Cheese Museum

The cruise route includes passing the Amsterdam Cheese Museum.

13

Cromhout House

The boat sails past Cromhout House, a notable historic home.

14

Museumhuis Bartolotti

The cruise passes Museumhuis Bartolotti.

15

Westerkerk

The route includes sailing near Westerkerk church.

16

Westertoren

The cruise goes past the Westertoren tower.

17

Houseboat Museum

The boat passes the Houseboat Museum.

18

Amsterdam Canal Ring

The cruise navigates through the Amsterdam Canal Ring.

19

Spiegelkwartier

The route includes passing the Spiegelkwartier area.

20

Rokin

The boat sails near Rokin street.

21

Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina

The cruise passes by the Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina.

22

The Bulldog

The boat passes by The Bulldog establishment.

23

Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder

The route includes passing Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder.

24

Brouwerij de Prael

The cruise sails past Brouwerij de Prael brewery.

25

Weeping Tower

The boat passes the Weeping Tower.

+ 9 more places this tour can include

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

End 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

Languages

English (guide)Dutch (guide)

Cancellation policy

  • Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.

Additional info

1–15 travelers per booking
Mobile ticket
Pushchair and stroller friendly
Service animals are welcome
Reachable by public transport
Infants travel on an adult's lap
Suitable for all fitness levels
Children must be accompanied by an adult during the cruise
The itinerary is an example; routes may change due to traffic, construction, or weather
Umbrellas are provided in bad weather; covered boats may be used in poor conditions or season; cancellations offer rescheduling or full refund
Boats are open in summer, open or covered in spring and fall depending on weather, and covered with heated seats in winter
Total
€48.60Save 10% vs Viator