Departure location

Our Prinsengracht departure point is Prinsengracht 442, 1017 KE Amsterdam, where the tour also ends. The cruise lasts approximately 60 minutes through Amsterdam’s city center.

Did you know you can also depart from Amsterdam Central Station? Check out our Amsterdam Central departure location.

Pricing

We offer discounts on family tickets and children’s tickets. You can choose between a ticket without drinks, with 1 drink, or with unlimited drinks (beer, wine, soft drinks).

Babies and toddlers

0–3 years: €0

Children (3 – 13 years)

Children – No drinks: €9.50
Children – 1 drink: €11.25

(Young) Adults (14 years or older)

(Young) Adults – No drinks: €19
(Young) Adults – 1 drink: €21.50
(Young) Adults – Unlimited drinks: €29

Family tickets (2 adults + 2 children)

Family tickets – No drinks: €55
Family tickets – 1 drink: €62.50

Prices exclude service fees.

Open or (semi) covered boat

The boat is fully open, half-covered, or fully covered depending on the weather conditions.

Capacity

Tickets are available per person, with a maximum of 30 people per cruise.

Canal cruise route

The exact route is decided on the day of the cruise, depending on external factors. Here are some of the sights we may pass:

Prinsengracht
Reguliersgracht
Nieuwe Prinsengracht
Artis
Nieuwe Herengracht
Hortus Botanicus
Blauwbrug
H’ART Museum
Magere Brug
Amstel
Royal Theater Carré
Rijksmuseum
Leidseplein
Leidsegracht

Language & guide

Our local skipper will provide commentary on the sights in English and Dutch during the cruise. Additionally, you will receive an info guide with extra details about the highlights in the following languages:

Dutch
English
French
German
Italian
Spanish
Portuguese
Chinese

Discover our canal cruise boat

Luxurious, eco-friendly, and brand-new canal boats, open or (semi) covered for the best experience. This depends on the weather. Step aboard and join us for a scenic cruise through Amsterdam.

Tickets include

Optional: (unlimited) drinks

Digital info guide in 8 languages

Experienced skipper

Guaranteed fun

Features

Open or semi-covered boat

Eco-friendly cruising

Electric

Brand-new

Have a question?

Partly. Routes can be adjusted based on your preferences, within local regulations and time limits.

Yes, as long as you do not block traffic or create unsafe situations.

When renting a self-drive boat, you must stay within the designated sailing area shown on your map.

No problem. Contact us and we will guide you. Our boats are also equipped with GPS so we can always locate and assist you.

Yes. When renting a self-drive boat, you will receive a canal map and route suggestions prior to departure.

Yes, babies are welcome on board all our cruises. Please note that they count toward the maximum number of passengers permitted on the boat.

Yes. The municipality can issue fines for violations such as playing music, unsafe boating, or entering restricted areas.v

Yes. Our boat rentals are easy to operate and you receive easy instructions beforehand. Always follow the canal rules and stay alert. These rules can be found on the navigational map provided prior to departure.

No. Swimming in Amsterdam canals is unsafe and not allowed.

All frequently asked questions

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Canal Cruise from Prinsengracht Amsterdam

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