Amsterdam Canal Tour by Open Boat – 90 min Small Group Experience

Quick facts

Duration

1h 30m

Group

Small group, up to 12 travellers

Languages

English

Pickup

Meet at the start point

Confirmation

Instant confirmation

Ticket

Mobile or paper ticket accepted

Cancellation

Free cancellation (see policy)

Overview

Itinerary

1. Stop 1

   We explore the city side of the Amstel River, here we'll show you the famous dancing houses and tell you all about our leaning buildings

2. Stop 2

   Beautiful small Amsterdam with unique views

3. Stop 3

   We cruise by the beautiful and iconic Munt Tower

4. Stop 4

   we'll cruise cruise through this tiny canal is the southern border of De Wallen, the red light district. Here'll also see the striking building The Huis aan de Drie Grachten (House on the Three Canals)

5. Stop 5

   We'll cruise pass the iconic Zuiderkerk and also see the famous dancing house

6. Stop 6

   We'll cruise down the Oudezijds Voorburgwal where you'll see sights like the old Church and the ladies behind the red lights. Your guide will tell you about the history of one of the oldest areas of Amsterdam.

7. Stop 7

   we'll see Amsterdam oldest church

8. Stop 8

   We continue through the Kolksluis (Kolk Sluice), one of Amsterdam’s oldest locks still in function dating from the Middle Ages. Here you'll also see a some old traditional warehouses from 17th and 18th century.

9. Stop 9

   We cruise along this beautiful stretch of canal that used to be the city's old boundary. The Geldersekade canal weave a tapestry of contrasts and culture, linking the historic Nieuwmarkt to the bustling Prins Hendrikkade. Flowing through the eastern edge of De Wallen, the red light district, and bordering Chinatown, it epitomizes the city's dynamic spirit.

10. Stop 10

    We'll see the beautiful de Waag, a 15th-century structure situated on Nieuwmarkt square in Amsterdam. It began as a city gate integrated into the city walls. Over the centuries, its versatile role evolved, encompassing functions as diverse as a guildhall, museum, fire station, and even an anatomical theatre.

11. Stop 11

    We'll cruise through this cozy and tiny canal

12. Stop 12

    Your guide will tell you all about this defence medieval tower

13. Stop 13

    The V.O.C. ship The Amsterdam was an 18th-century cargo ship of the Dutch East India Company.

14. Stop 14

    We cruise around this beautiful piece of modern architecture

15. Stop 15

    Enjoy the tranquil edges of Amsterdam's oldest park as we glide by

16. Stop 16

    We cruise along the nieuwe Herengracht and cruise past the peaceful and green Botanical Gardens

17. Stop 17

    We cruise over part of the Herengracht, which means gentleman canal. Here you can find the most expensive canal houses of the canal belt.

18. Stop 18

    Experience the picturesque Reguliersgracht better known as the “Seven Bridges Canal”, with one of the city's most stunning views, which can only be truly appreciated from the water.

19. Stop 19

    we'll cruise down the Prinsen canal where we get a chance to see a lot of different house boats and canal houses

20. Stop 20

    We end back on the Amstel river, and go under the most famous bridge of Amsterdam the skinny bridge. One of the few wooden bridges left in Amsterdam.

Meeting point

Good to know

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
• Service animals allowed
• Public transportation options are available nearby
• Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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