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Amsterdam by Boat: The 15 Best Hours Afloat

68 tours  ·  from $15 a head

Open boat or glass roof, plain hour or unlimited drinks. These 15 sort the canal fleet by what you get aboard, with the heated winter sailings flagged and the cheese-and-wine boats priced against the bare ticket.

Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese - Bloemgracht, Jordaan, and the nine streets
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Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese

1.Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 31,825 reviews · from $21Our pick

Spend an hour on Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed Canal Ring aboard a covered wooden saloon boat. Your onboard host points out the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Jordaan, Skinny Bridge, and other landmarks while you enjoy Gouda cheese, mustard, beer, wine, or soft drinks if your booking includes the drinks package. Expect a cozy ride, friendly hosts, and variable views through covered windows.

“A great way to explore the city of Amsterdam from a different perspective. The tour guide taught us so many different things that we otherwise wouldn’t have known, and was happy to answer any questions. It was fun! We opted for the adRead more”

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Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option - Anne Frank House and Westerkerk
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Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

2.Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30,518 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $18

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for about an hour with a skipper and live English guide. You’ll pass Jordaan, the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Magere Brug, and the Bridge of 15 Bridges. Choose the unlimited drinks and bites option if you want wine, beer, soft drinks, and a small snack while you sail.

“This is a wonderful your! Zet (not suit of his spelling) out your guide was incredible. He was fun, full of energy, entertaining and very knowledgeable. The captain (do not remember his name) was also knowledgeable and they both also answered questions with ease. The captain maneuvered the canals like a pro. Great tour especially during the Festival of Lights. Highly recommend!”

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Amsterdam: Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Cheese & Wine - Westerkerk, Jordaan, and the Anne Frank House area
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Amsterdam: Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Cheese & Wine

3.Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Cheese & Wine

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 27,035 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour on a covered, fully electric boat with an English-speaking skipper and hostess. You’ll pass the Skinny Bridge, Golden Bend, Jordaan, Old Harbor, Maritime Museum, and Anne Frank House area. Add unlimited Dutch cheese, wine, beer, and soft drinks for a relaxed, social cruise. Guides such as Kevin, Arnoud, and Kirsten are known for lively storytelling.

“Arnoud, Kirsten and Omri did a fantastic job. Arnoud and Kirsten were charismatic and helpful. They told us interesting facts about the city and always made sure we had enough to drink ;) Time flew by. Much better than the standard canal boat trips. Would definitely recommend!”

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Amsterdam: Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks - The route from Prinsengracht to Amsterdam Centraal
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Amsterdam: Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks

4.Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 22,178 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $23

Board Blue Boat Company’s evening canal cruise near the Hard Rock Cafe and spend 90 minutes passing Amsterdam’s illuminated bridges, canal houses, museums, and Amstel sights. A multilingual audio guide explains the city, while optional drinks and snacks make the ride more relaxed. Captains such as Max, Brian, Peter, and Adele have added humor and local color on some departures.

“I would have food served in the boat versus getting a box and two cans of beers. The tour was great to see the town at night. Next time I would skip buying food prior since nobody else had any on the boat.”

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Amsterdam: Heated Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bite - The Skinny Bridge, Hermitage Museum, and Amstel Hotel
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Amsterdam: Heated Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bite

5.Heated Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bite

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21,431 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours · from $18

See Amsterdam from a warm, fully electric boat as your English-speaking skipper and host point out the Maritime Museum, Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, Hermitage Museum, Golden Bend, and Amstel Hotel. Choose unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and one portion of snacks. Boats may be open or enclosed depending on the weather.

“Fantastic tour with two amazing guides. Very knowledgable and fun! Would recommend.”

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Amsterdam: 75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide - What you see during the 75-minute route
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Amsterdam: 75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

6.75 Minute City Canal Cruise with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 19,938 reviews · 1h 15m · from $18

Spend 75 minutes on Amsterdam’s canals, passing Westerkerk, the Anne Frank House area, Magere Brug, Rijksmuseum, and modern sights near the IJ. Choose an audio guide in 19 languages, or let children follow a Fresh Water Pirate story with a booklet and goodie bag. Snackbox sailings add sweet and savory bites plus a drink.

“We has a very nice experience. Very relaxed and nice view of the city both in the daytime and the advent of evening.”

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Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise including Audioguide - Four starting points, four useful locations
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Amsterdam: City Centre Canal Cruise including Audioguide

7.City Centre Canal Cruise including Audioguide

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 16,901 reviews · 1 hour · from $17Best value

Spend one hour cruising Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canal district from Central Station, Anne Frank House, Leidseplein, or the Rijksmuseum. Expect merchant houses, bridges, churches, and audio commentary in 19 languages. Captains may add jokes and local facts. Boats are heated, routes vary, and boarding can take longer at busy times.

“Loved it, the sailor was so friendly, not that much queue as they were well organised, just make sure to arrive on time, also they played music while everyone were trying to settle in, taking us round the major attractions of Amsterdam.”

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Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Heated Cruise by Captain Jack - The Jordaan, Prinsengracht, and Anne Frank House area
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Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Heated Cruise by Captain Jack

8.Amsterdam All-Inclusive 90-Minutes Heated Cruise by Captain Jack

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16,101 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $27

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals from Rijksmuseum or Central Station in a small electric boat with guides such as Roland, Oliver, Joe, or David. Expect 90 minutes of city history, Heineken beer, wine, Dutch snacks, and changing views of the Anne Frank House area, Jordaan, Amstel, bridges, museums, and canal houses. Boats may be open or partly enclosed, so dress for the weather.

“If your experience is a closed top, sit in the lower section middle of the boat as the tip of the boat is snap closed windows that you can’t see through as well for pictures. Come ready to snack, lots of snacks. The most fun part is engaging your guide, had a great time bantering.”

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Amsterdam: Smoke and Lounge City Boat Cruise - The route from Central Station to the old canals
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Amsterdam: Smoke and Lounge City Boat Cruise

9.Smoke and Lounge City Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,572 reviews · 1 hour - 70 minutes · from $27

Set out near Amsterdam Central Station on a 22-seat lounge boat with an English- or Dutch-speaking captain, music, heated seats, and optional drinks. You can bring your own cannabis supplies, but products are not sold on board. The route passes Herengracht, Prinsengracht, the Seven Bridges, the Amstel, Skinny Bridge, and Dancing Houses.

“The boat was warm and covered, Emma and Ido (sorry it may be wrong) were really lovely and made cute fun jokes. Thanks!”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle - Choosing between the standard and deluxe drinks
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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

10.Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5,935 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Spend about an hour aboard Friendship Amsterdam’s open saloon boat, with a captain and host explaining Amsterdam’s canals, buildings, and characters. You’ll pass the Old Church, Central Station, the Amstel River, and Skinny Bridge. Drinks are sold onboard, blankets are provided, and guides such as Adriana, Nuno, René, and Neils have helped make rides lively and personal.

“Neils and Adriana are awesome! Very informative, great facts, fun time. Bilingual experience so all could enjoy!”

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Amsterdam: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Boat options - What you see from the bus
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Amsterdam: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Boat options

11.Hop-On Hop-Off Bus and Boat options

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 5,667 reviews · 1 - 2 days · from $35

Explore Amsterdam by hop-on hop-off bus, canal boat, or both for 24 or 48 hours. Use the audio guide in multiple languages, stop near the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Heineken Experience, and Anne Frank House, and enjoy changing views of the city from land and water. Bring a little patience for unclear stop signage.

“Great option. We crossed from bus to boat. The only issue is it is difficult to find the #1 bus stop. Just go behind the train station and head towards the cruise boat passenger terminal. Look for a tiny ticket seller with HOHO flags. Take the canal boat to see the Anne Frank Huis. Then take the canal boat back to Train Station to get the bus.”

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Amsterdam: Covered Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks - Starting in the old center near the Red Light District
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Amsterdam: Covered Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

12.Covered Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,435 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Cruise Amsterdam’s central canals and the Amstel River on a partly covered boat for one hour. Choose two drinks or an unlimited open bar with beer, wine, and soda. An English-speaking host such as Diana, Edward, or Sabrina shares city stories while the skipper handles the narrow waterways. The boat holds up to 26 people.

“Excellent tour. The day before, I received news that my schedule had to be changed. We changed it to the previous day for 8:30 p.m., and it was the best choice because we caught the daytime, sunset, and after dark, so we saw the city in sunlight and at night. Perfect, and I recommend this schedule. The guides were very fun and attentive.”

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option - Westerkerk and the Jordaan from the water
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Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option

13.Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,976 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Spend about an hour on Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals aboard a sleek electric boat with an English-speaking captain. You’ll pass Westerkerk, the Jordaan, and the Hermitage Museum, with time for photos and city stories. Open boats offer clear views, while blankets and umbrellas help in poor weather. An unlimited drinks upgrade is available, though service may vary.

“Very comfortable on the boat. It even started to rain and they had large umbrellas available for us to use. Our captain was great at maneuvering the boat in busy "traffic" and some sharp corners.”

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Amsterdam Newest Canal Cruise with local guide and small group - The canal ring from the water
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Amsterdam Newest Canal Cruise with local guide and small group

14.Amsterdam Newest Canal Cruise with local guide and small group

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,735 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

Cruise Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canal ring for about an hour in a small boat with a local English-speaking skipper. Guides such as Mark, JJ, Eddie, and Alfred are praised for lively stories, while the boat can reach narrower canals than larger vessels. Open or half-covered seating depends on weather, with blankets, ponchos, and umbrellas available.

“I had heard that small boats were the best. That was certainly true of our experience today. Jasper was a great guide.”

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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle - Choosing between the standard and deluxe drinks
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Amsterdam: Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

15.Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with Cocktails & Waffle

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,393 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour on Amsterdam’s canals aboard a cozy open or closed saloon boat. You’ll pass the Red Light District, NEMO, the Amstel, Magere Brug, Prinsengracht, and the Flower Market while an English-speaking guide shares city stories. A welcome cocktail, Dutch waffle, blankets, and optional unlimited drinks make this a relaxed sightseeing ride.

“Fabulous boat ride, blankets provided, very tasty cocktail and really good guides!”

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