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Westermarkt 20, Amsterdam, 1016 GV, Netherlands
Get your discount tickets for the Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise in Old City Centre with Drinks Options, save up to 14% !
Overview
Discover the charm of Amsterdam's old city center with our top-rated open boat canal cruise! Glide through historic canals and see iconic sights up close in the comfort of our eco-friendly, quiet boats. Enjoy live commentary from our expert guides who bring the city's rich history to life. Perfect for both tourists and locals, our cruise offers a unique and unforgettable perspective of Amsterdam. Book now for an intimate, relaxed, and scenic adventure through the heart of this beautiful city. Don't miss out on the best way to experience Amsterdam's waterways!
Meeting and Pickup
The boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum. Formerly known as the Hermitage Museum.
Redemption Instructions
Our departure location is the boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum, formerly known as the Hermitage Museum. Amstel 51 F. Please make sure that you are at the departure location at least 10 minutes prior to your departure time for your check in.
Language Offered
English-GUIDE
English-WRITTEN
Dutch-GUIDE
Dutch-WRITTEN
Itinerary
1. The 1-hour cruise departs in front of the Hermitage Museum. Please be at the dock 10 minutes before the scheduled departure time. Please note that the following sights are examples of what we might pass by. Routes may vary due to traffic, constructions etc.
2. The Amstel is the main river and foundation of Amsterdam.
3. Dutch National Opera & Ballet are combined with the town hall and is the biggest building of the city center.
4. We will sail through the world famous Red Light District. It is a safe distance for children to also join this cruise.
5. The Magere Brug is a national monument and one of the world famous icons of the city. With a magical story....
6. Herengracht is the most inner canal of the Unesco heritage.
7. Prinsengracht is the third canal of the Unesco area.
8. Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center is a high end coffee shop close to the Herengracht.
9. The Jordaan is a traditional dutch area, with lots of small shops and bars.
10. Amsterdam Cheese Museum is part of our food history.
11. Amsterdam Cheese Company is where you can buy cheese to bring home.
12. Museum of the Canals
13. Cromhout House is considered to be one of the most beautiful houses of the Herengracht of the 17th century.
14. Museumhuis Bartolotti was build in 1617 by a very rich tradesman in Amsterdam.
15. Westerkerk is the famous tower Anne Frank was watching and describing in her diary.
16. Westertoren
17. Niek Engelschmanbrug is named after a famous gay activist and resistance warrior during WWII.
18. Houseboat Museum is the only way to see a houseboat inside without renting one to sleep on.
19. Amsterdam Canal Ring is build up like the layers of an onion. We will explain more during the cruise.
20. Spiegelkwartier is the high end antique area. Nice to walk through after your cruise.
21. Need to cool down? Try the Xtracold Icebar and drink a beer surrounded by ice.
22. Munt Tower is the place in the city centre where the dutch coin was made for a few years.
23. Rokin is the entrance to the Dam Square.
24. Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina is located next to the water and can be seen during the cruise.
25. The Bulldog Amsterdam is by far the most internationally knows coffee shop with many famous people who visited it.
26. Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder is a secret church in the Old City Center.
27. Brouwerij de Prael is a brewer located on the waterside in the Red Light District.
28. Weeping Tower is where the women of the sailors would weep when their husbands would go out sailing.
29. NEMO Science Museum is great for children to explore from young until teenagers.
30. The Scheepvaartmuseum is all our nautical history combined. Where you can see how it developed over the centuries.
31. Arcam is the source of modern architecture combined with history.
32. Waterlooplein Market is the world famous flee market in the Old Jewish quarter.
33. Hortus Botanicus is our botanical garden where students used to learn about the healing powers of plants and flowers. More than 300 years old.
34. Montelbaanstoren is the one of the very few remains of the Old City Center defense system.
35. Leprozenpoort is a very character full small entrance of houses in the Old City Center.
36. Museum Het Rembrandthuis is the old residence of Rembrandt and is converted into a museum.
37. Depending on the available routes of the day we will pass by the historical Anne Frank House. Unfortunately we cannot guarantee that we will pass it during your cruise.
Inclusion
*Fresh Air and Natural Light*: Being in an open boat makes it more enjoyable and immersive.
*Intimate Experience*: Open boats often provide a more personal setting.
*Scenic Views*: An open boat canal cruise offers unobstructed views!
Small Open Electric boat with toilet on board
Exclusion
If you would like to have the drinks on board included, please upgrade your ticket to add drinks!
Cancellation Policy
Refundable tickets
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Additional Info
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that the itinerary provided is just an example. Routes may vary due to traffic, construction works, and weather conditions
Please note that our boats are open in summer. In spring and in fall the boats can be open or covered, depending on weather. And in winter they will be covered and we will have heated seats.
Children must be accompanied by an adult
In case of bad weather we provide umbrella's. In some cases of bad weather or season we might use a covered boat. In case the tour is cancelled by the operator, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
Minimum drinking age is 18 years
Our crew speaks both Dutch and English
Reviews
4.7
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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