Cancellation policy
Please note: The regular cancellation policy does not apply on King’s Day. Check the general terms and conditions for more information about the policies on special days.
King’s Day Canal Cruise Tickets
Buy a ticket for a 90-minute canal cruise through Amsterdam on King’s Day. Let us take you on a boat trip and discover the city from the canals, the best way to explore Amsterdam! Our local skippers know the most beautiful spots in the city and are happy to share them with you. We start from Amsterdam Central and sail along various highlights. The route may vary each time.
Includes
- 90-minute canal cruise in Amsterdam on King’s Day
- Open bar (beer, wine, soft drinks)
- Amplified music on board
- Explanation from the skipper about the highlights
- Local skipper
- Open or covered boat (weather-dependent)
- Digital Guide in different languages with additional explanations
Celebrating King’s Day in Amsterdam
In the Netherlands, we annually celebrate the birthday of King Willem Alexander on April 27th. And it’s not just any birthday, no, the entire country dresses in orange on this day and celebrates together. It is something wonderful to see and especially to experience. Especially if you celebrate King’s Day on the canals of Amsterdam. On this day, the canals are filled with boats. The atmosphere is unmatched and something you should definitely experience. Rent a boat in Amsterdam on King’s Day 2026 and make the most of this festive day! Be quick, because the boats are often rented out fast!
What to do on King’s Day in Amsterdam?
What’s going on in Amsterdam on April 27th 2026? There are many events and activities organized on this day, but the best one is renting a boat. Cruising through the canals on this festive day is a unique experience that you must have done at least once in your life. The best way to experience it all is from the water. You’ll have the best view of all the party boats, the people celebrating, the stalls and live music along the side and on the bridges. Taking a boat out in Amsterdam on King’s Day is ideal! You don’t have to walk through the entire city and you can easily get anywhere. It’s also very cozy and fun, because the canals are filled with party boats.
Amsterdam King’s Day tips
Are you planning on renting a boat in Amsterdam on the 27th of april 2026? Good plan! Read these tips for a great day on the Amsterdam Canals during this festive day.
- Bring some drinks and snacks on board
- Speaking of drinks, don’t forget to bring not only alcoholic beverages, but also soft drinks and water. It would be a shame if the party ended early!
- Bring ice or a cool box to keep your drinks cool.
- Check the weather forecast in advance, but also be prepared for other weather conditions. As we are used to in the Netherlands, the sun can shine in the morning, but later in the day it can get quite chilly or even rain. So take a poncho with you, just to be sure!
- Do you want to be fully prepared for the weather on King’s Day? Then also bring an extra vest, sunglasses, sun block and something like a cap or hat. Don’t worry, we have plenty of room on our boats to store all your gear safely.
- It can be a bit chilly on the water, so dress warm!
Have all our boats been rented out on King’s Day 2026?
Have all of our boats already been rented out, but would you still like to rent a boat in Amsterdam on April 27th 2026? Then please take a look at our sister company Canal Motorboats. They also offer very nice boats for a great price on this special day!
Other events in Amsterdam
Besides Kings Day, there are more events in Amsterdam. Think about Amsterdam Light Festival, Gay Pride or other fun events on the canals. You can also hire a boat on these days from Eco Boats Amsterdam. But also when there are no events, it’s still very special to cruise the Amsterdam Canals. We are open all year round.
