Dinner Cruises

Amsterdam: 75-Minute Small Open Boat Canal Cruise

Open boat cruise on Amsterdam canal passing under a drawbridge with passengers enjoying the view.

Small open boat cruising under a drawbridge on an Amsterdam canal.

Small open boat with tourists cruising Amsterdam canal, view of Montelbaanstoren tower.

Small group enjoying a canal cruise in Amsterdam on an open boat.

Duration

1 hr 15 min

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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4.4/5

(24)

Bhavin

Jun 2025

Verified booking

5/5

I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the Amsterdam canal cruise! Here's a polished review you could use or adapt: Excellent Amsterdam Canal Cruise Experience! We had a fantastic time on the canal cruise, thanks in large part to our witty and funny captain. His engaging storytelling and humorous commentary kept us entertained throughout the journey. The blend of interesting facts and light-hearted banter made the experience truly memorable. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore Amsterdam from its iconic waterways with a lively and knowledgeable guide! Would you like a shorter version or maybe some specific details included?

Charalampos

May 2025

Verified booking

4/5

I liked very much the quality of the boat, tha route of the ship was very good and we saw most of the city. The captain was very helpful and did not stop telling us stories and information about Amsterdam.

Get ready for a mesmerizing 75-min sightseeing tour on an open-top boat and immerse yourself in the beautiful views of the Amsterdam skyline.

Cruise over the waters of Amsterdam's canals accompanied by a small group of people, ensuring you can enjoy the views in peace.

Learn more about Amsterdam and the places you cross like Magere Brug and The Amstel, with the help of live personal commentary from the captain.

Fun fact: Most of the canals in Amsterdam date back 500 years.

75-min Amsterdam canal cruise

Open-top small boat

Small group

Commentary from the captain

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

4.4
24 ratings
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What our guests say
Bhavin
Jun 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the Amsterdam canal cruise! Here's a polished review you could use or adapt: Excellent Amsterdam Canal Cruise Experience! We had a fantastic time on the canal cruise, thanks in large part to our witty and funny captain. His engaging storytelling and humorous commentary kept us entertained throughout the journey. The blend of interesting facts and light-hearted banter made the experience truly memorable. Highly recommended for anyone looking to explore Amsterdam from its iconic waterways with a lively and knowledgeable guide! Would you like a shorter version or maybe some specific details included?
Matthew
Aug 2025
Verified booking
4/5
Valentin
Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Darren
Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Aniruddha
Jun 2025
Verified booking
5/5

Work on your tan aboard a cruise

Hop on a small open-top boat and ride on the waves of Amsterdam's canals, while enjoying the view of the city. Embark on a tour sightseeing tour across the city and explore places, that are generally not accessible the larger boats. With free waterways and nothing to obstruct the view, you will get a magnificent view of the cityscape, making this tour an unforgettable experience. The boat will carry a small group of passengers, hence you won't have to be worried about a large gathering or a large number of people. Additionally, you will be provided with live commentary from the captain, who will inform you about the significance of the areas that you will be passing by on this visit.

Sights you'll come across

Westerkerk

Anne Frank House Museum

IJ

A'dam Lookout

Centraal Station

NEMO Science Museum

The Amstel

Magere Brug

Accessibility

This experience is wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

This is an open boat and hence, not suitable in the winter.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Boarding point

Board your cruise at Blue Boat Company.

Address: Stadhouderskade 501, 1071 ZD Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Get directions to the boarding point