Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise in Old City Centre with Drinks Options

At a glance

Amsterdam Open Boat Cruise in Old City Centre with Drinks Options is a 1h guided experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, operated by Boat Amsterdam. Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 15 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $21.76 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: *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!.

Quick facts

Duration

1h

Group

Small group, up to 35 travellers

Languages

English, Dutch

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 · 10m

   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. Stop 2

   The Amstel is the main river and foundation of Amsterdam.

3. Stop 3

   Dutch National Opera & Ballet are combined with the town hall and is the biggest building of the city center.

4. Stop 4

   We will sail through the world famous Red Light District. It is a safe distance for children to also join this cruise.

5. Stop 5

   The Magere Brug is a national monument and one of the world famous icons of the city. With a magical story....

6. Stop 6

   Herengracht is the most inner canal of the Unesco heritage.

7. Stop 7

   Prinsengracht is the third canal of the Unesco area.

8. Stop 8

   Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center is a high end coffee shop close to the Herengracht.

9. Stop 9

   Need to cool down? Try the Xtracold Icebar and drink a beer surrounded by ice.

10. Stop 10

    Munt Tower is the place in the city centre where the dutch coin was made for a few years.

11. Stop 11

    Rokin is the entrance to the Dam Square.

12. Stop 12

    Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina is located next to the water and can be seen during the cruise.

13. Stop 13

    The Bulldog Amsterdam is by far the most internationally knows coffee shop with many famous people who visited it.

14. Stop 14

    Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder is a secret church in the Old City Center.

15. Stop 15

    Brouwerij de Prael is a brewer located on the waterside in the Red Light District.

16. Stop 16

    Weeping Tower is where the women of the sailors would weep when their husbands would go out sailing.

17. Stop 17

    NEMO Science Museum is great for children to explore from young until teenagers.

18. Stop 18

    The Scheepvaartmuseum is all our nautical history combined. Where you can see how it developed over the centuries.

19. Stop 19

    Arcam is the source of modern architecture combined with history.

20. Stop 20

    Waterlooplein Market is the world famous flee market in the Old Jewish quarter.

21. Stop 21

    Hortus Botanicus is our botanical garden where students used to learn about the healing powers of plants and flowers. More than 300 years old.

22. Stop 22

    Montelbaanstoren is the one of the very few remains of the Old City Center defense system.

23. Stop 23

    Museum Het Rembrandthuis is the old residence of Rembrandt and is converted into a museum.

Meeting point

Good to know

• 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

Cancellation policy

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

Frequently asked questions