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Step into a –10°C world at Amsterdam's Icebar, then glide along the city’s canals, in under 3 hours with both locations just a 15-minute walk apart.
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Skip the lines and enter a bar made entirely of ice, filled with jaw-dropping sculptures and Arctic décor, perfect for photos among icy shipwrecks.
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Enjoy three complimentary drinks while learning about Dutch explorer Willem Barentsz and his legendary Arctic voyage.
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Then, take a 1-hour cruise through Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals, passing landmarks such as the Anne Frank House and the Jordaan district.
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Listen to onboard commentary in English or use the multilingual audio guide to experience the city from a unique perspective.
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Icebar Amsterdam
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Skip-the-line entry to Icebar Amsterdam
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3 free drinks (alcoholic or non-alcoholic)
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Thermal coat and gloves
Amsterdam canal cruise
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60-min Amsterdam canal cruise
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Boarding from Centraal Station
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Onboard audio guide in English (on speakers), and Chinese, German, Spanish, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Thai, Turkish, and Cantonese (on mobile)
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Children's colouring page or bingo (for kids)
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Heated panoramic glass-top roof boats
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Icebar Amsterdam
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Food and additional drinks (available for purchase)
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Transport between venues
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Personal expenses
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Gratuities
Amsterdam canal cruise
- Earphones (available at additional cost)
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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Save money with a combo ticket through a unique Amsterdam experience to the Icebar and a canal cruise.
Getting started
Begin your adventure at Icebar Amsterdam, located in the heart of the city near Rembrandtplein. After your chilly experience, walk a short distance to the canal cruise departure point.
What to expect
Icebar Amsterdam
Step into a winter wonderland at Icebar Amsterdam, one of the city’s coolest attractions. Suited up in thermal gear, you'll enter a bar made entirely of ice, from the walls to the glasses in your hand.
Features:
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Complimentary drinks: Choose from a variety of alcoholic or non-alcoholic options while you chill in rooms kept at –10°C.
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Ice structures: Admire ambient lighting, décor, and ice-made furniture, counters, walls, and glasses for a unique polar-exploration experience.
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
Trade icy interiors for picturesque canals with a boat ride, drifting past some of Amsterdam’s most beloved landmarks on its popular canals.
Features:
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Historic landmarks: Glide through landmarks such as the Herengracht, Keizersgracht, the Anne Frank House and Westerkerk.
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Multilingual guide: Enjoy commentary in 19 languages via onboard speakers so you won’t miss any of the city’s stories.
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What to bring
Icebar Amsterdam
- Bring a valid ID along with your tickets.
What’s not allowed
Icebar Amsterdam
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Avoid bringing large bags or luggage.
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Pets are not allowed.
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
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Pets are not allowed on board due to cruise restrictions.
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Strollers are not allowed onboard for safety reasons, as aisles must be kept clear. You may leave your stroller at the store before boarding.
Accessibility
Icebar Amsterdam
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Wheelchair-friendly with free access to bathrooms.
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Only service dogs (clearly identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat.
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
- This experience is not wheelchair accessible.
Additional information
Icebar Amsterdam
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The Xtracold Icebar is open Sunday to Thursday from 3:45pm to 10:40pm, and Friday to Saturday from 11:45am to 1am.
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Management reserves the right to refuse entrance if guests are intoxicated, underage, or unable to prove their age.
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Arrive at least 20 minutes before your timeslot for check-in.
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You can spend up to 20 minutes inside the Icebar.
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Last admission is 45 minutes before closing time.
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Tickets can be rescheduled or cancelled up to 8 hours in advance.
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Children under 18 are not allowed inside.
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The Icebar is always kept at –10°C.
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Nearest public transport: Waterlooplein (tram 14 & metro 51, 53, 54).
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
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Children up to 3 years old may board for free. Children 4–12 years old have discounted tickets (€12.50). Children older than 12 pay the adult price.
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Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
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All boats are covered, ensuring warmth and comfort in any weather.
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The English audio guide is played by default. To use another language, scan the QR code on board and connect via free Wi-Fi on your smartphone. Use your own earphones or purchase them on board for €1.50.
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The route may vary due to municipal work, offering new highlights on each cruise.
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Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi and restrooms.
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