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Canal Cruise Amsterdam

See Amsterdam the way it was meant to be seen: from the canals. Book a 1-hour canal cruise past the city’s highlights, departing near Amsterdam Central Station.

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Classic canal cruise tickets
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See Amsterdam from the water aboard an Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Amsterdam is made to be seen from the water. Step on board, avoid the crowds and take a memorable cruise past historic bridges, canal houses, hidden corners, and some of the city’s best-known highlights. This is an unmissable Amsterdam activity loved by all who do it.

During your canal cruise through Amsterdam, your captain shares stories about the city, its canals, and the history behind the iconic sights you pass by. A canal cruise is the most relaxing way to see the best of Amsterdam, with the city moving around you from the water.

Canal Cruise Tickets
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Your needs, your style, your cruise

We have different cruise options for you to choose from so you can choose an Amsterdam boat tour that fits your day. Whether you want a classic canal cruise, a sunny Spritz Cruise, or a luxury canal cruise on a vintage saloon boat, you can enjoy Amsterdam from the canals in your own way.

The Classic Canal Cruise

Our classic canal cruise is a 1-hour canal cruise on a 30-person open boat. The open layout gives everyone a clear view of Amsterdam’s canals, bridges, and city highlights. In rainy weather, the boat can be partially or fully covered.

The Amsterdam Spritz Cruise

The Spritz Cruise gives you the same open-boat experience, with an onboard host serving 2 Aperol Spritz drinks per person. Explore the canals of Amsterdam, see the city’s highlights, and enjoy the cruise with the city around you and a spritz in your hand.

The Luxury Canal Cruise

Our luxury canal cruise is a 90-minute cruise through Amsterdam’s canals aboard a vintage saloon boat from the 1960s. The boat has been refitted with a new electric engine, combining classic Amsterdam style with quiet electric cruising. During the cruise, a selection of Dutch snacks is picked up fresh along the way.

 

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What do I get with my Amsterdam canal cruise ticket?

A canal cruise in Amsterdam is one of the easiest ways to see the city. Step on board near Amsterdam Central Station, close to Amsterdam Centraal train station, and cruise past the highlights in our electric canal cruise boats. Your captain shares stories along the way, and the multilingual guide gives you extra information during the tour.

Depending on the cruise, boat, and weather, you sail in an open, partially covered, or classic saloon boat. Choose a ticket with drinks included if you want to make your Amsterdam city boat tour even more relaxed.

  • Depart near Amsterdam Central Station
  • Close to Amsterdam Centraal train station
  • Amsterdam city boat tour
  • Electric canal cruise boats
  • Drink options available
  • Open, partially covered, or vintage saloon boat
  • Canal cruise along popular highlights
  • Captain’s commentary
  • Multilingual guide with extra information
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Amsterdam canal cruise ticket prices

Book your Amsterdam canal cruise tickets directly on our website. Choose the cruise that fits your day, from a classic 1-hour canal cruise to a Spritz Cruise or a luxury canal cruise from Amsterdam Central Station.

Classic Canal Cruise

  • Adults: from €19.00
  • Children under 14 years: from €9.50
  • Family ticket, 2 adults + 2 kids: from €55

Amsterdam Spritz Cruise

  • Tickets: €21.50 per person

Luxury Canal Cruise from Amsterdam Central Station

  • Tickets: from €49.50 per person

Please note: on special days such as King’s Day, Pride Amsterdam, and Amsterdam Light Festival, different rates may apply.

Discount on family tickets

Travelling with children? Our family ticket gives 2 adults and 2 children a discounted rate on the classic canal cruise. It is an easy way to enjoy a 1-hour Amsterdam boat tour without paying full price for every ticket.

Amsterdam boat tour highlights

Step on board for a city canal cruise in Amsterdam and see the city from the water. We depart near Amsterdam Central Station at Stationsplein 18. The route can vary depending on canal traffic, but your Amsterdam boat tour may pass popular highlights such as:

  • Central Station (our departure point)
  • Oosterdok
  • The Skinny Bridge (De Magere Brug)
  • The Dancing Houses (De Dansende Huisjes)
  • The Amstel River
  • Grimburgwal
  • Prinsengracht
  • Herengracht
  • The Golden Bend (De Gouden Bocht)

Book a private boat

Looking for a canal cruise in Amsterdam, but want a private boat for your own group? We have private boats with space for up to 30 people and an experienced skipper. A good option for company events, team outings, birthdays, or a relaxed day on the canals with friends and family.

About our private boats

Prefer to sail yourself?

Would you rather be the captain and sail the canals yourself? Rent one of our self-drive boats and cruise through Amsterdam without a boating licence. Choose your boat, decide how long you want to sail, and enjoy the canals at your own pace.

About our self-drive boats

  • 1 hour canal cruise
    See Amsterdam's best sights
  • Central boarding point
    Starting at Central Station
  • Discount on tickets
    For families and kids
  • Including 1 free drink
    Beer, wine, soft drinks

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The cancellation policy depends on the type of booking: Self-drive boat rentals:
  • Up to 48 hours before the reservation start time, the tenant may reschedule the reservation free of charge, for up to one year after the originally booked date.
  • In the event of a complete cancellation? The tenant owes Eco Boats Amsterdam 50% of the total agreed rental rate.
  • Within 48 hours before the reservation start time, cancellation is not possible, and the tenant owes 100% of the total agreed rental rate to Eco Boats Amsterdam.
  • If the reservation is made within 48 hours, rescheduling or cancellation is not permitted.
Private cruises with skipper:
  • Up to 1 month before departure: full refund
  • Between 1 month and 1 week before departure: 75% refund
  • Within 1 week before departure: no refund
Public canal cruises:
  • Up to 24 hours before departure: free cancellation
  • Within 24 hours before departure: no refund (100% charged)
In case of severe weather, your booking may be rescheduled into a voucher (no refund). Event bookings (e.g. Kings Day, Pride) cannot be cancelled.

We depart from Amsterdam Central Station and cruise for 1 hour, passing by the most popular spots in Amsterdam Center such as The Red Light District, The Skinny Bridge, The Amstel River, Prinsengracht, and Herengracht.

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Check your confirmation email for directions or contact us for assistance.

Self Drive
  • Our self-drive locations at Zandhoek 22 and Daniël Goedkoopstraat 1 are easily accessible by tram, bus, or metro.
Private Boat with Skipper
  • Our departure point at Stationsplein 18 is a short walk from Amsterdam Central Station.
Public Canal Cruise
  • Our departure point at Stationsplein 18 is a short walk from Amsterdam Central Station.
Details are included in your booking confirmation.

Light rain is usually not a problem. In severe weather, bookings may be rescheduled. We will call you in advance if the weather will result in a change to your booking Self-drive boats
  • We provide umbrellas for use onboard
Private boat with skipper
  • Depending on the weather our boats can be open, partially covered, or fully covered. We will decide this in advance to the boat's departure.
Public canal cruise
  • Depending on the weather our boats can be open, partially covered, or fully covered. We will decide this in advance to the boat's departure.

We are open daily from 10:00 to 22:00. Hours may vary during seasonal periods or public holidays. Please contact us to confirm current opening times.
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