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Open Boat Canal Cruise in Old City Centre of Amsterdam
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1 Hours
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Offered in: English, Dutch
Overview
Discover the charm of Amsterdam's old city center with our top-rated open boat canal cruise! Glide through historic canals and see iconic sights up close in the comfort of our eco-friendly, quiet boats. Enjoy live commentary from our expert guides who bring the city's rich history to life. Perfect for both tourists and locals, our cruise offers a unique and unforgettable perspective of Amsterdam. Book now for an intimate, relaxed, and scenic adventure through the heart of this beautiful city. Don't miss out on the best way to experience Amsterdam's waterways!
What's Included
- *Fresh Air and Natural Light*: Being in an open boat makes it more enjoyable and immersive.
- *Intimate Experience*: Open boats often provide a more personal setting.
- *Scenic Views*: An open boat canal cruise offers unobstructed views!
- Small Open Electric boat with toilet on board
- If you would like to have the drinks on board included, please upgrade your ticket to add drinks!
Meeting And Pickup
Meeting point
The boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum. Formerly known as the Hermitage Museum.
End Point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Boat Amsterdam
The 1-hour cruise departs in front of the Hermitage Museum. Please be at the dock 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Please note that the following sights are examples of what we might pass by. Routes may vary due to traffic, constructions etc.
10 Minutes • Admission Ticket Free
The Amstel
The Amstel is the main river and foundation of Amsterdam.
• Admission Ticket Free
Dutch National Opera & Ballet
Dutch National Opera & Ballet are combined with the town hall and is the biggest building of the city center.
• Admission Ticket Free
Red Light District
We will sail through the world famous Red Light District. It is a safe distance for children to also join this cruise.
• Admission Ticket Free
Magere Brug
The Magere Brug is a national monument and one of the world famous icons of the city. With a magical story....
• Admission Ticket Free
Herengracht
Herengracht is the most inner canal of the Unesco heritage.
• Admission Ticket Free
Prinsengracht
Prinsengracht is the third canal of the Unesco area.
• Admission Ticket Free
Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center
Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center is a high end coffee shop close to the Herengracht.
• Admission Ticket Free
The Jordaan
The Jordaan is a traditional dutch area, with lots of small shops and bars.
• Admission Ticket Free
Amsterdam Cheese Museum
Amsterdam Cheese Museum is part of our food history.
• Admission Ticket Free
Amsterdam Cheese Company
Amsterdam Cheese Company is where you can buy cheese to bring home.
• Admission Ticket Free
Museum of the Canals
Museum of the Canals
• Admission Ticket Free
Cromhout House
Cromhout House is considered to be one of the most beautiful houses of the Herengracht of the 17th century.
• Admission Ticket Free
Huis Bartolotti
Museumhuis Bartolotti was build in 1617 by a very rich tradesman in Amsterdam.
• Admission Ticket Free
Westerkerk
Westerkerk is the famous tower Anne Frank was watching and describing in her diary.
• Admission Ticket Free
Westertoren
Westertoren
• Admission Ticket Free
Niek Engelschmanbrug
Niek Engelschmanbrug is named after a famous gay activist and resistance warrior during WWII.
• Admission Ticket Free
Houseboat Museum
Houseboat Museum is the only way to see a houseboat inside without renting one to sleep on.
• Admission Ticket Free
Amsterdam Canal Ring
Amsterdam Canal Ring is build up like the layers of an onion. We will explain more during the cruise.
• Admission Ticket Free
Spiegelkwartier
Spiegelkwartier is the high end antique area. Nice to walk through after your cruise.
• Admission Ticket Free
Amsterdam Icebar
Need to cool down? Try the Xtracold Icebar and drink a beer surrounded by ice.
• Admission Ticket Free
Munt Tower (Munttoren)
Munt Tower is the place in the city centre where the dutch coin was made for a few years.
• Admission Ticket Free
Rokin
Rokin is the entrance to the Dam Square.
• Admission Ticket Free
Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina
Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina is located next to the water and can be seen during the cruise.
• Admission Ticket Free
The Bulldog The First Coffeeshop
The Bulldog Amsterdam is by far the most internationally knows coffee shop with many famous people who visited it.
• Admission Ticket Free
Our Lord in the Attic Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder
Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder is a secret church in the Old City Center.
• Admission Ticket Free
Brouwerij de Prael
Brouwerij de Prael is a brewer located on the waterside in the Red Light District.
• Admission Ticket Free
Weeping Tower
Weeping Tower is where the women of the sailors would weep when their husbands would go out sailing.
• Admission Ticket Free
NEMO Science Museum
NEMO Science Museum is great for children to explore from young until teenagers.
• Admission Ticket Free
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum
The Scheepvaartmuseum is all our nautical history combined. Where you can see how it developed over the centuries.
• Admission Ticket Free
Architecture Centre of Amsterdam
Arcam is the source of modern architecture combined with history.
• Admission Ticket Free
Waterlooplein Market
Waterlooplein Market is the world famous flee market in the Old Jewish quarter.
• Admission Ticket Free
Hortus Botanicus
Hortus Botanicus is our botanical garden where students used to learn about the healing powers of plants and flowers. More than 300 years old.
• Admission Ticket Free
Montelbaanstoren
Montelbaanstoren is the one of the very few remains of the Old City Center defense system.
• Admission Ticket Free
Leprozenpoort
Leprozenpoort is a very character full small entrance of houses in the Old City Center.
• Admission Ticket Free
Museum Het Rembrandthuis
Museum Het Rembrandthuis is the old residence of Rembrandt and is converted into a museum.
• Admission Ticket Free
Anne Frank House
Depending on the available routes of the day we will pass by the historical Anne Frank House. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee that we will pass it during your cruise.
• Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that the itinerary provided is just an example. Routes may vary due to traffic, construction works, and weather conditions
- 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.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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.
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Our crew speaks both Dutch and English
Operated by Boat Amsterdam
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
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