Sightseeing Cruises

Amsterdam: 1-Hour Open Boat Canal Cruise with Onboard Bar

Open boat canal cruise with guests in Amsterdam, passing by the Royal Opera House.

Women enjoying drinks on an open boat during a canal cruise in Amsterdam.

Guests boarding an open boat cruise in Amsterdam with a guide assisting near H'ART Museum.

Friends enjoying drinks on an open boat canal cruise in Amsterdam.

Duration

1 hr

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

4.9/5(386)

Sandra E

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

Enjoyed last 20 mins in the canal area. The majority of the tour was not as expected in larger open water. Would have appreciated it if seats were wiped down after evening rain.

Ulrike G

Couple

Verified booking

May 2026

Out on the water in the evening with the best captain, "Dirk"! The stories told by the captain himself were wonderful (informative and entertaining)—and best of all, in English!—and he even took us on an extra loop to a great photo spot. The whole team was very helpful—I had bought tickets online, but we ended up at the wrong boarding location. When we asked, however, they let us board here and it wasn’t a problem. The very young team was very polite and friendly to us guests. Top-notch service!

Hitakshi S

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

We had a fantastic time on our canal cruise. There was light rain, but it just made the late night atmosphere all the prettier. It was informative, gorgeous, and fun. We went at 9pm (accidentally ended up with a private tour at this time which was very personalized) and could not recommend the cruise more!!!

Rute F

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

I loved this experience! The open boat was a great decision as the weather was great and the boat was even decorated with flowers, which was very nice! Our guide was Nicki and she was very nice and fun, giving us a great tour filled with fun facts about Amsterdam. would 100% reccomend.

Marinos K

Family

Verified booking

May 2026

Everything was excellent and well organized. I put 4 stars instead of 5 because I was expecting more information from the tour guide. I believe that if he would have a paper of the most significant information regarding Amsterdam he would be better

Leonie K

Group

Verified booking

Apr 2026

We had an amazing time on the KINboat canal tour! From the moment we stepped on board, the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. The boat was comfortable, and the views of Amsterdam from the water were absolutely beautiful—especially as the city lit up. The skipper was friendly, knowledgeable, and shared fun facts along the way without it feeling like a typical tourist tour. It felt more personal and authentic. The small group size made it even better, giving us plenty of space to enjoy the ride. Everything was well organized, from boarding to the overall experience. It’s a perfect way to see Amsterdam from a different perspective. Highly recommended!

Glide through Amsterdam’s canals on 100% electric, silent boats, enjoy 360-degree, glass-free views, and feel the breeze on these open boats!

Skip the pre-recorded tapes! Your experienced skippers share authentic stories of the city’s history, from the Golden Age to today.

Capture the perfect photo of the Skinny Bridge and sail past the Red Light District, Maritime Museum, and the stunning Royal Theatre Carré.

Sip on cold beer, wine, or soft drinks available on board while you admire the historic architecture from our open-top boutique boat.

Upgrade your tickets to include unlimited drinks in your ticket price, allowing you to drink freely without worrying about the tab.

60-min Amsterdam canal cruise

Boarding from Centraal Station

Live guided commentary

English-speaking local skipper/guide

100% electric open boat

Onboard bar

Blankets (upon request)

Additional paid upgrades:

Unlimited drinks

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

TOTAL DURATION1 hour
MODE OF TRANSFERElectric boat
1 Boarding point
Centraal Station
Get direction
Sights covered
Anne Frank House
Westerkerk
Jordaan District
Magere Brug
Maritime Museum
Carré Theatre
Red Light District
Stopera
Hortus Botanicus

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

386 reviews
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What our guests say
Sandra E
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Enjoyed last 20 mins in the canal area. The majority of the tour was not as expected in larger open water. Would have appreciated it if seats were wiped down after evening rain.
Jelena G
Group
Verified booking
Last week
Excellent experience! Guide was awesome! Highly recommended for anyone. Amsterdam is stunning, views from chanels are spectaculars!
Bettina H
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
A great tour with an attentive guide (Ward) who knew the area very well and had lots of interesting things to share.
Paul S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
An absolutely amazing skipper who, with his extensive knowledge, told us so much about Amsterdam!!
Julia Å
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The guide was amazing, he told a lot of interesting facts and was really nice and fun!

What to bring

Please wear weather-appropriate clothing.

What’s not allowed

Due to cruise restrictions, your pets are not allowed on board.

Accessibility

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

This experience includes alcoholic beverages. Availability is subject to age restrictions and local laws. Please carry a valid ID. Drink responsibly.

Please arrive 15 mins before your departure.

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