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Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Small Group in Open-Top Boat

Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Small Group in Open-Top Boat

4.9 (926) 🕑 1h 30m Free cancellation

Admire Amsterdam’s top attractions without having to contend with the crowds on land during a cruise of the UNESCO-listed Canal Ring (Grachtengordel). Enjoy an intimate atmosphere in a small group limited to 12 people, as you sail past city highlights such as the Red Light District, Magere Brug (Skinning Bridge), and Zuiderkerk (Southern Bridge).

Languages: English
📍Nieuwe Keizersgracht 1, 1018 DS Amsterdam, Netherlands
🏢Operated by Amsterdam Boat Adventures

Highlights

  • Check off Amsterdam's top sights from the water on a canal cruise
  • Buy drinks onboard or bring your own refreshments
  • Enjoy personalized attention in a small group limited to 12 people
  • Admire sights from a distance to avoid the crowds

What you'll see & do

  • We explore the city side of the Amstel River, here we'll show you the famous dancing houses and tell you all about our leaning buildings
  • Beautiful small Amsterdam with unique views
  • We cruise by the beautiful and iconic Munt Tower
  • we'll cruise cruise through this tiny canal is the southern border of De Wallen, the red light district. Here'll also see the striking building The Huis aan de Drie Grachten (House on the Three Canals)
  • We'll cruise pass the iconic Zuiderkerk and also see the famous dancing house
  • We'll cruise down the Oudezijds Voorburgwal where you'll see sights like the old Church and the ladies behind the red lights. Your guide will tell you about the history of one of the oldest areas of Amsterdam.
  • we'll see Amsterdam oldest church
  • We continue through the Kolksluis (Kolk Sluice), one of Amsterdam’s oldest locks still in function dating from the Middle Ages. Here you'll also see a some old traditional warehouses from 17th and 18th century.
  • We cruise along this beautiful stretch of canal that used to be the city's old boundary. The Geldersekade canal weave a tapestry of contrasts and culture, linking the historic Nieuwmarkt to the bustling Prins Hendrikkade. Flowing through the eastern edge of De Wallen, the red light district, and bordering Chinatown, it epitomizes the city's dynamic spirit.
  • We'll see the beautiful de Waag, a 15th-century structure situated on Nieuwmarkt square in Amsterdam. It began as a city gate integrated into the city walls. Over the centuries, its versatile role evolved, encompassing functions as diverse as a guildhall, museum, fire station, and even an anatomical theatre.
  • We'll cruise through this cozy and tiny canal
  • Your guide will tell you all about this defence medieval tower
  • The V.O.C. ship The Amsterdam was an 18th-century cargo ship of the Dutch East India Company.
  • We cruise around this beautiful piece of modern architecture
  • Enjoy the tranquil edges of Amsterdam's oldest park as we glide by
  • We cruise along the nieuwe Herengracht and cruise past the peaceful and green Botanical Gardens
  • We cruise over part of the Herengracht, which means gentleman canal. Here you can find the most expensive canal houses of the canal belt.
  • Experience the picturesque Reguliersgracht better known as the “Seven Bridges Canal”, with one of the city's most stunning views, which can only be truly appreciated from the water.
  • we'll cruise down the Prinsen canal where we get a chance to see a lot of different house boats and canal houses
  • We end back on the Amstel river, and go under the most famous bridge of Amsterdam the skinny bridge. One of the few wooden bridges left in Amsterdam.

What's included

  • Life vest (upon request)
  • 90-minute canal cruise in small group
  • English speaking guide
  • Blanket
  • Rain canopy on rainy days

What's not included

  • Prices are as follows: Small Beer € 3,- and a glass of Rose or White Wine € 4,-
  • Bottle of Water: € 2,50
  • Can of Soda cost € 2,50

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

  • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
  • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.
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