Canal boat cruising past historic buildings and bridge in Amsterdam city center.
Boat captain steering during Amsterdam city centre cruise.
Tourists enjoying a canal cruise in Amsterdam, viewing city architecture.
Canal cruise boat on Amsterdam canal with passengers and city buildings in the background.
Passengers using audio guides on a canal cruise.
Canal boat cruising past the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam.
Mother and daughter enjoying Amsterdam city centre sightseeing cruise.

Amsterdam: 1-Hour Sightseeing Canal Cruise on Closed Heated Boat

Amsterdam
Sightseeing Cruises
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Duration: Varies (1 hour to 1.5 hours)

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

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Experience Amsterdam's charm with this 1-Hour Sightseeing Canal Cruise on a Closed Heated Boat. Glide along the iconic canals of the Netherlands' vibrant capital, soaking in its unique architecture and lively atmosphere from the comfort of your heated vessel. Perfect for those looking to explore Amsterdam efficiently while enjoying scenic views.

Spend 60 mins cruising through Amsterdam’s canals, and benefit from a lowest price guarantee and discounted rates for children, ensuring great value for your money.

Hop on near Centraal Station or Anne Frank House, a convenient, centrally located boarding point, for flexible and easy sightseeing.

Stay cosy and dry aboard a heated glass-top roof boat, offering views of Amsterdam’s canals and landmarks such as the Anne Frank House and the Skinny Bridge.

Enjoy informative commentary in your preferred language with a multilingual audio guide, plus activities for kids, making your experience enriching.

Upgrade to a 75-min cruise from Rijksmuseum, or opt for a 1-hour luxury saloon boat tour featuring live commentary, wi-fi and a toilet onboard and unlimited drinks and Dutch cheese.

60-min Amsterdam canal cruise

Boarding from Centraal Station or Anne Frank House

Onboard audioguide 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)

Children's colouring page or bingo (for kids)

Heated panoramic glass-top roof boats

75-min Amsterdam canal cruise

Boarding from Rijksmuseum

Live guided commentary from local skipper and hostess

Dutch cheese and unlimited drinks (wine, beer, and soft drinks)

Luxury saloon boat

Free Wi-Fi onboard

Toilets onboard

Earphones (available at additional cost)

Canal cruise boat on Amsterdam canal with passengers and city buildings in the background.

Canal cruise boat on Amsterdam canal with passengers and city buildings in the background.

What’s not allowed

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

  • Strollers are not allowed onboard for safety reasons as the aisle must be kept clear. You can leave your stroller at the store before boarding.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

  • Children up to and including 3 years old may board for free. Children between the ages of 4 and 12 years can board with discounted tickets available at €12.50. Children older than 12 pay the same price as adults.

  • Please arrive 15 mins before your departure.

  • All boats are covered, allowing you to be warm and comfortable regardless of the weather.

  • The English audio guide is played by default over the speakers, but if you prefer another language, scan the QR code on board and connect to the audioguide in any of the other languages on your smartphone via the free WiFi on board (no need to download an app). Use your own earphones to listen. If you don't have earphones, you can purchase them in the shop for €1.50.

  • The route may vary due to municipal work, offering new highlights on each cruise.

  • Some experiences may include alcoholic beverages. Availability is subject to age restrictions and local laws. Please carry a valid ID. Drink responsibly.

  • Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, restrooms onboard

Passengers using audio guides on a canal cruise.

Passengers using audio guides on a canal cruise.

Canal boat cruising past the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam.

Canal boat cruising past the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam.

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FAQs

Pets are not permitted onboard due to cruise restrictions for safety reasons.
The experience is not wheelchair accessible, so alternative arrangements may be needed if accessibility is a concern.
Aboard the boat, you'll enjoy informative commentary in multiple languages through an onboard audioguide and activities for kids like coloring pages or bingo.
Strollers are not allowed on the boat for safety reasons, but you can leave your stroller at the store before boarding.
Children up to and including 3 years old can board free of charge. Children aged between 4 and 12 receive discounted tickets.
Earphones are available at an extra cost if preferred over the onboard speakers or mobile device options for audio commentary.
Yes, there's an optional upgrade available: a 75-minute canal cruise starting from Rijksmuseum.
The cruise offers informative commentary in your preferred language with multilingual audio guides accessible via speakers or mobile devices, except for English which uses speakers onboard.
The cruise lasts for 60 minutes, offering a great value experience with discounted rates for children.
You have two convenient boarding options near Centraal Station or Anne Frank House.

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