Amsterdam 75-Minute Luxury Electric Canal Cruise with Local Skipper
by Hop On Hop Off Holland
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This 75-minute luxury electric canal cruise in Amsterdam takes place on a brand-new, fully electric covered boat designed for comfort in all seasons. The vessel offers spacious seating with generous legroom and panoramic windows, allowing clear views throughout the journey. A local skipper pilots the boat and provides live commentary in English and Dutch, sharing detailed stories and insights about the city and its landmarks. For guests preferring other languages, a multilingual audio guide is available in six languages. A friendly onboard host serves drinks during the cruise. The tour begins at the canal ring, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 17th-century waterways lined with historic canal houses and bridges. The cruise passes notable sights including the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk church with its tall tower, and the Skinny Bridge, a historic wooden drawbridge over the Amstel River. The route also includes the Seven Bridges viewpoint on Reguliersgracht, where seven bridges align in a row. The boat continues along the Amstel River, offering views of landmarks such as the Royal Theatre Carré and houseboats. The cruise extends to the IJ waterfront, providing a rare perspective of Amsterdam’s harbor area and skyline near Central Station. Additional highlights include the Scheepvaarthuis building, an example of Amsterdam School architecture now housing the Grand Hotel Amrâth, the NEMO Science Museum with its ship-like design, and the full-scale replica of the VOC ship Amsterdam docked by the National Maritime Museum. The covered and heated boat ensures comfort during the entire trip. Guests are advised to take the free ferry F3 from behind Central Station to Buiksloterweg, then walk 250 meters left to the meeting point.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)
The Amsterdam Canal Ring is a historic 17th-century network of canals surrounded by merchant houses, bridges, and streets. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a central feature of the city’s layout and history, best appreciated from the water.
Anne Frank House
This museum was once the secret annex where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. It is a significant historical site dedicated to her life and diary, symbolizing hope and remembrance.
Prinsengracht
Prinsengracht is a major canal stretching over three kilometers, lined with canal houses, houseboats, and historic bridges. It passes landmarks including the Anne Frank House and showcases Amsterdam’s architecture.
Westerkerk
Westerkerk is a 17th-century church on the Prinsengracht with Amsterdam’s tallest church tower, topped by the Dutch royal family’s blue crown. Anne Frank mentioned its bells during her time in hiding.
IJ
The IJ is a wide waterfront north of Amsterdam that links the city to its harbor and the North Sea Canal. Views include the A’DAM Tower, EYE Film Museum, and the busy harbor near Central Station. This cruise includes sailing on the IJ, a rare feature.
Seven Bridges View Point
From Reguliersgracht, a special viewpoint aligns seven historic bridges across the canal. This spot is notable for evening lighting when the bridges are illuminated and reflected on the water.
Skinny Bridge
The Magere Brug, or Skinny Bridge, is a 17th-century white wooden drawbridge over the Amstel River, connecting two main canals. It is noted for its elegant design and evening lighting with hundreds of small lamps.
Scheepvaarthuis
Built in 1916, this building was the first example of Amsterdam School architecture. It features expressive brickwork and maritime details and originally housed Dutch shipping company headquarters. It now contains the Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam.
The Amstel
The Amstel river flows through Amsterdam and gave the city its name. Along the river are landmarks such as the Skinny Bridge, Royal Theatre Carré, and Hermitage Amsterdam. It offers views of historic architecture and the waterfront.
NEMO Science Museum
Designed by Renzo Piano, this green ship-shaped building is the largest science museum in the Netherlands. Located in Oosterdok, it is a popular attraction with a rooftop terrace offering views over the city and waterfront.
VOC Ship 'Amsterdam' replica
This full-scale replica of an 18th-century Dutch East India Company ship is docked near the National Maritime Museum. It represents Amsterdam’s maritime history and trade voyages during the Dutch Golden Age.
Meeting point
Take the free ferry F3 Buiksloterweg behind the Central Station. From the ferry you walk immediately to the left towards the A'dam Tower (with the swing on the roof). After 250 meters you will see on the right after the bridge the departure jetty of Amsterdam Boat Cruises. Look for the white flags.
End point
Take the free ferry F3 Buiksloterweg behind the Central Station. From the ferry you walk immediately to the left towards the A'dam Tower (with the swing on the roof). After 250 meters you will see on the right after the bridge the departure jetty of Amsterdam Boat Cruises. Look for the white flags.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Amsterdam 75-Minute Luxury Electric Canal Cruise with Local Skipper
by Hop On Hop Off Holland
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.€29Overview
This 75-minute luxury electric canal cruise in Amsterdam takes place on a brand-new, fully electric covered boat designed for comfort in all seasons. The vessel offers spacious seating with generous legroom and panoramic windows, allowing clear views throughout the journey. A local skipper pilots the boat and provides live commentary in English and Dutch, sharing detailed stories and insights about the city and its landmarks. For guests preferring other languages, a multilingual audio guide is available in six languages. A friendly onboard host serves drinks during the cruise. The tour begins at the canal ring, a UNESCO World Heritage Site featuring 17th-century waterways lined with historic canal houses and bridges. The cruise passes notable sights including the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk church with its tall tower, and the Skinny Bridge, a historic wooden drawbridge over the Amstel River. The route also includes the Seven Bridges viewpoint on Reguliersgracht, where seven bridges align in a row. The boat continues along the Amstel River, offering views of landmarks such as the Royal Theatre Carré and houseboats. The cruise extends to the IJ waterfront, providing a rare perspective of Amsterdam’s harbor area and skyline near Central Station. Additional highlights include the Scheepvaarthuis building, an example of Amsterdam School architecture now housing the Grand Hotel Amrâth, the NEMO Science Museum with its ship-like design, and the full-scale replica of the VOC ship Amsterdam docked by the National Maritime Museum. The covered and heated boat ensures comfort during the entire trip. Guests are advised to take the free ferry F3 from behind Central Station to Buiksloterweg, then walk 250 meters left to the meeting point.
Highlights
What's included
Itinerary
Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)
The Amsterdam Canal Ring is a historic 17th-century network of canals surrounded by merchant houses, bridges, and streets. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a central feature of the city’s layout and history, best appreciated from the water.
Anne Frank House
This museum was once the secret annex where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. It is a significant historical site dedicated to her life and diary, symbolizing hope and remembrance.
Prinsengracht
Prinsengracht is a major canal stretching over three kilometers, lined with canal houses, houseboats, and historic bridges. It passes landmarks including the Anne Frank House and showcases Amsterdam’s architecture.
Westerkerk
Westerkerk is a 17th-century church on the Prinsengracht with Amsterdam’s tallest church tower, topped by the Dutch royal family’s blue crown. Anne Frank mentioned its bells during her time in hiding.
IJ
The IJ is a wide waterfront north of Amsterdam that links the city to its harbor and the North Sea Canal. Views include the A’DAM Tower, EYE Film Museum, and the busy harbor near Central Station. This cruise includes sailing on the IJ, a rare feature.
Seven Bridges View Point
From Reguliersgracht, a special viewpoint aligns seven historic bridges across the canal. This spot is notable for evening lighting when the bridges are illuminated and reflected on the water.
Skinny Bridge
The Magere Brug, or Skinny Bridge, is a 17th-century white wooden drawbridge over the Amstel River, connecting two main canals. It is noted for its elegant design and evening lighting with hundreds of small lamps.
Scheepvaarthuis
Built in 1916, this building was the first example of Amsterdam School architecture. It features expressive brickwork and maritime details and originally housed Dutch shipping company headquarters. It now contains the Grand Hotel Amrâth Amsterdam.
The Amstel
The Amstel river flows through Amsterdam and gave the city its name. Along the river are landmarks such as the Skinny Bridge, Royal Theatre Carré, and Hermitage Amsterdam. It offers views of historic architecture and the waterfront.
NEMO Science Museum
Designed by Renzo Piano, this green ship-shaped building is the largest science museum in the Netherlands. Located in Oosterdok, it is a popular attraction with a rooftop terrace offering views over the city and waterfront.
VOC Ship 'Amsterdam' replica
This full-scale replica of an 18th-century Dutch East India Company ship is docked near the National Maritime Museum. It represents Amsterdam’s maritime history and trade voyages during the Dutch Golden Age.
Meeting point
Take the free ferry F3 Buiksloterweg behind the Central Station. From the ferry you walk immediately to the left towards the A'dam Tower (with the swing on the roof). After 250 meters you will see on the right after the bridge the departure jetty of Amsterdam Boat Cruises. Look for the white flags.
End point
Take the free ferry F3 Buiksloterweg behind the Central Station. From the ferry you walk immediately to the left towards the A'dam Tower (with the swing on the roof). After 250 meters you will see on the right after the bridge the departure jetty of Amsterdam Boat Cruises. Look for the white flags.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.