Solo travel in Amsterdam

Amsterdam is one of the best cities in the world for solo travellers.

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Amsterdam is one of the best cities in the world for solo travellers. It is safe, compact, walkable, and endlessly interesting. A canal cruise is the perfect solo activity — you sit back, relax, and let the city come to you. There is no awkward pairing or group size requirement. The open boat cruise through the Jordaan has a social atmosphere where solo travellers often end up chatting with other visitors. The VR History Cruise is inherently individual — each person has their own headset and experience. Museums like the Rijksmuseum and Moco Museum are wonderful to explore at your own pace. For an evening treat, the Evening Cruise offers solo-friendly seating with panoramic views.

Best experiences for solo traveler

Amsterdam Canal CruiseBest seller
4.5(12.8k)

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Canal Cruises experience

75 min·Damrak
16.00
Boek
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
Open Boat CruiseBest seller
4.4(5.7k)

Open Boat Cruise

Open Boats experience

60 min·Damrak
15.00
Boek
Open Boat Cruise
VR Amsterdam History CruiseBijna uitverkocht
4.7(4.5k)

VR Amsterdam History Cruise

Canal Cruises experience

75 min·Rijksmuseum
27.50
Boek
VR Amsterdam History Cruise
Rijksmuseum
4.8(15.4k)

Rijksmuseum

Museum Tickets experience

2-3 hours·Amsterdam
22.50
Boek
Rijksmuseum
Moco Museum
4.6(7.7k)

Moco Museum

Museum Tickets experience

90 min·Amsterdam
21.95
Boek
Moco Museum
Evening Cruise
4.6(3.2k)

Evening Cruise

Canal Cruises experience

90 min·Damrak
22.00
Boek
Evening Cruise
This is Holland
4.5(2.3k)

This is Holland

Attractions experience

60 min·Amsterdam
22.00
Boek
This is Holland

How to choose

1

Orient yourself

Start with a canal cruise. In 75 minutes, you will know the city layout and can plan the rest of your solo adventure.

2

Go deep

Museums are wonderful solo. Take your time at the Rijksmuseum or immerse yourself in the VR History Cruise.

3

Be social

Open boats have a relaxed, communal atmosphere — a natural way to meet fellow travellers without forced group activities.

Compare experiences

ExperienceBest forDurationDepartureFrom
Amsterdam Canal CruiseCanal Cruises75 minDamrak16.00Book
Open Boat CruiseOpen Boats60 minDamrak15.00Book
VR Amsterdam History CruiseCanal Cruises75 minRijksmuseum27.50Book
RijksmuseumMuseum Tickets2-3 hoursAmsterdam22.50Book
Moco MuseumMuseum Tickets90 minAmsterdam21.95Book
Evening CruiseCanal Cruises90 minDamrak22.00Book

Tips

Book the canal cruise first — it is the best way to orient yourself in the city.

Open boats are the most social option. You will often meet other travellers.

No single supplement on any of our experiences — solo-friendly pricing.

The VR History Cruise is perfect solo — it is an individual experience by design.

Ask locals for restaurant recommendations near the departure points.

Frequently asked questions

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