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Amsterdam Canal Cruise

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4.5(12,847)

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Classic sightseeing cruise through the historic UNESCO canal ring

75 min·Damrak, Central Station, Rijksmuseum, Leidseplein

€16.00

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Open Boat Cruise

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Open Boat Cruise

Small open-top boat through the most beautiful canals

60 min·Anne Frank House, Leidseplein

€15.00

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Pizza Cruise

Freshly made pizza with unlimited drinks on the water

75 min·Damrak

€32.50

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Cheese & Wine Cruise

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Cheese & Wine Cruise

Dutch artisan cheeses paired with fine wines on the canals

90 min·Damrak

€39.00

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Aperol Spritz Cruise

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Aperol Spritz Cruise

Refreshing Aperol Spritz served on a scenic canal tour

75 min·Damrak

€29.50

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Waterfietsen

Pedal your own boat through the Amsterdam canals at your own pace

60 min·Leidseplein, Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Keizersgracht

€10.00

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Cocktail Cruise

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Cocktail Cruise

Craft cocktails served while cruising Amsterdam by night

90 min·Damrak

€35.00

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Small Boat Cruise

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Small Boat Cruise

Intimate small boat through hidden canals

75 min·Jordaan area

€28.00

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The Pizza Cruise was the absolute highlight of our Amsterdam trip. Sailing past lit-up canal houses while eating fresh pizza was honestly magical. Booked directly through the site — easy, instant confirmation, no fuss.

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Sarah M.

United Kingdom · Booked May 2026

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We booked the canal cruise + Rijksmuseum bundle and saved compared with booking separately. Both worked perfectly, no queues anywhere, the timing between them was spot on.

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Marco R.

Italy · Booked April 2026

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We took the Aperol Spritz Cruise for my friend’s birthday — six girls, endless laughs. The team had drinks ready, the boat was beautiful, and we saw parts of Amsterdam we’d never have seen otherwise.

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Anna K.

Germany · Booked March 2026

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Discover Amsterdam from its UNESCO World Heritage canals

Amsterdam’s 17th-century canal ring is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the best way to experience it is from the water. Whether you choose a classic sightseeing cruise, an open boat through hidden canals, or a dinner cruise with drinks, you’ll glide past centuries of history, iconic canal houses, and more than 1,500 bridges. Cruise Tours Amsterdam offers 29 bookable experiences departing from 10 locations, making it easy to find a cruise that fits your schedule and budget.

Which canal cruise is right for you?

For first-time visitors

Start with the Amsterdam Canal Cruise — a 60-minute sightseeing tour through the heart of the canal ring. It departs from multiple locations, including Damrak and Centraal Station. For something more immersive, try the VR Amsterdam History Cruise, where you experience 500 years of city history through virtual reality while sailing past the same landmarks.

For families with kids

The Waterfietsen (pedal boats) are a hit with children, letting them steer their own boat through the canals. The Pizza Cruise is another family favourite, with freshly made pizza and unlimited soft drinks. Kids under 4 travel free on most boats.

For couples and date nights

The Cheese & Wine Cruise pairs Dutch artisan cheeses with fine wines as you glide past illuminated canal houses. The Cocktail Cruise and Evening Cruise are equally romantic, especially during sunset or after dark when Amsterdam’s bridges light up.

For groups and celebrations

Celebrating a birthday, bachelor party, or team outing? Our private charters give you the full boat with a dedicated captain, flexible departure times, and optional drinks packages. The Aperol Spritz Cruise and Luxury Open Boat Cruise are particularly popular for group celebrations.

What you'll see on an Amsterdam canal cruise

Every cruise passes through the city’s most iconic sights: the Westerkerk tower, the narrowest house in Amsterdam, the Golden Bend on the Herengracht, the Seven Bridges, and the Anne Frank House. Depending on your route, you may also sail through the Jordaan’s hidden waterways, the Amstel river, or the Eastern Docklands. Audio guides in multiple languages are available on most boats.

When is the best time to take a canal cruise in Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s canals are beautiful year-round. Spring (April–May) brings tulips and the Keukenhof day trip. Summer (June–August) is perfect for open boats and the Aperol Spritz Cruise. Autumn sees the Amsterdam Light Festival illuminating the canals from November to January. Winter cruises on heated boats are cosy and atmospheric. King’s Day (27 April) and World Pride offer unique on-the-water celebrations.

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