Enjoy the best views of Amsterdam’s canal houses and houseboats on a 1-hour cruise. Admire merchant buildings from the 16th and 17th centuries, Amsterdam’s Golden Age, when trade flourished and was reflected in elaborately decorated facades.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- Covid-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 1 hour
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Optional audio guide
- Spanish, Chinese, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Thai, Turkish, Catalan, Dutch, Indonesian, Arabic, Polish, Hindi, Korean, Korean, Czech, Croatian
Experience
Highlights
- Take a 1-hour cruise through the UNESCO-listed canal district in Amsterdam
- Admire the elegant houses lining the canals and the lovely churches and bridges
- Enjoy audio commentary available in 19 languages
Full description
This hour-long cruise takes you through the unique UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal district of Amsterdam, giving you the opportunity to take in many of the historic sights of the city center.
Feast your eyes on the elegant merchant houses that date back to the Dutch Golden Age, the stunning gables, beautiful churches, the iconic Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge), and many other top attractions. During the cruise you’ll be able to listen to the recorded audio commentary in your choice of 19 languages. This boat tour features frequent departures that are available throughout the day, 7 days a week.
When booking you may choose from a variety of departure points. Options include: Central Station, Anne Frank House, Museum Square, or Leidse Square
Includes
- 1-hour canal cruise
- GPS audio guide in 19 different languages
Covid-19 precautions
Safety measures in place
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
- Customers must keep distance in vehicles
- The number of visitors is limited to reduce crowds
Traveler requirements
- Customers are required to bring and wear masks
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Important information
Know before you go
- Children under 4 years old go free of charge if they do not occupy their own seat
- The duration of the cruise itself it 1 hour, but please note that it takes some time to board the boat, so the total duration of the experience might be up to 90 minutes in peak season