Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise in Old City Centre with Drinks Options

4.7
(12 reviews)

1 hour (approximately)
Offered in: English and 3 more

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
Amstel 51F

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.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour (approximately)
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    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 (Pass by)

    The Amstel is the main river and foundation of Amsterdam.

    Admission ticket free
  • Dutch National Opera & Ballet (Pass by)

    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 (Pass by)

    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 (Pass by)

    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 (Pass by)

    Herengracht is the most inner canal of the Unesco heritage.

    Admission ticket free
  • Prinsengracht (Pass by)

    Prinsengracht is the third canal of the Unesco area.

    Admission ticket free
  • Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center (Pass by)

    Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center is a high end coffee shop close to the Herengracht.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Jordaan (Pass by)

    The Jordaan is a traditional dutch area, with lots of small shops and bars.

    Admission ticket free
  • Amsterdam Cheese Museum (Pass by)

    Amsterdam Cheese Museum is part of our food history.

    Admission ticket free
  • Amsterdam Cheese Company (leidsestraat) (Pass by)

    Amsterdam Cheese Company is where you can buy cheese to bring home.

    Admission ticket free
  • Museum of the Canals (Pass by)

    Museum of the Canals

    Admission ticket free
  • Cromhout House (Pass by)

    Cromhout House is considered to be one of the most beautiful houses of the Herengracht of the 17th century.

    Admission ticket free
  • Huis Bartolotti (Pass by)

    Museumhuis Bartolotti was build in 1617 by a very rich tradesman in Amsterdam.

    Admission ticket free
  • Westerkerk (Pass by)

    Westerkerk is the famous tower Anne Frank was watching and describing in her diary.

    Admission ticket free
  • Westertoren (Pass by)

    Westertoren

    Admission ticket free
  • Niek Engelschmanbrug (Pass by)

    Niek Engelschmanbrug is named after a famous gay activist and resistance warrior during WWII.

    Admission ticket free
  • Houseboat Museum (Pass by)

    Houseboat Museum is the only way to see a houseboat inside without renting one to sleep on.

    Admission ticket free
  • Amsterdam Canal Ring (Pass by)

    Amsterdam Canal Ring is build up like the layers of an onion. We will explain more during the cruise.

    Admission ticket free
  • Spiegelkwartier (Pass by)

    Spiegelkwartier is the high end antique area. Nice to walk through after your cruise.

    Admission ticket free
  • Amsterdam Icebar (Pass by)

    Need to cool down? Try the Xtracold Icebar and drink a beer surrounded by ice.

    Admission ticket free
  • Munt Tower (Munttoren) (Pass by)

    Munt Tower is the place in the city centre where the dutch coin was made for a few years.

    Admission ticket free
  • Rokin (Pass by)

    Rokin is the entrance to the Dam Square.

    Admission ticket free
  • Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina (Pass by)

    Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina is located next to the water and can be seen during the cruise.

    Admission ticket free
  • The Bulldog The First (Pass by)

    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 (Pass by)

    Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder is a secret church in the Old City Center.

    Admission ticket free
  • Brouwerij de Prael (Pass by)

    Brouwerij de Prael is a brewer located on the waterside in the Red Light District.

    Admission ticket free
  • Weeping Tower (Pass by)

    Weeping Tower is where the women of the sailors would weep when their husbands would go out sailing.

    Admission ticket free
  • NEMO Science Museum (Pass by)

    NEMO Science Museum is great for children to explore from young until teenagers.

    Admission ticket free
  • Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum (Pass by)

    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 (Pass by)

    Arcam is the source of modern architecture combined with history.

    Admission ticket free
  • Waterlooplein Market (Pass by)

    Waterlooplein Market is the world famous flee market in the Old Jewish quarter.

    Admission ticket free
  • Hortus Botanicus (Pass by)

    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 (Pass by)

    Montelbaanstoren is the one of the very few remains of the Old City Center defense system.

    Admission ticket free
  • Leprozenpoort (Pass by)

    Leprozenpoort is a very character full small entrance of houses in the Old City Center.

    Admission ticket free
  • Museum Het Rembrandthuis (Pass by)

    Museum Het Rembrandthuis is the old residence of Rembrandt and is converted into a museum.

    Admission ticket free
  • Anne Frank House (Pass by)

    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
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