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Amsterdam Canal Cruise from Central Station

Summary Description

An Amsterdam canal cruise is compulsory for anybody visiting the ‘Venice of the North.’ Amsterdam is laced with 100km of waterways, so there is no better way to observe the essence of the Dutch capital than from a canal boat. Wind past points of interest such as grand merchant houses, gothic churches, museums, and medieval buildings as you soak up the city’s history with the help of an audio guide.

Highlights
  • Duration: about 60 minutes
  • Sail through Amsterdam's 17th century canal ring
  • Enjoy the city's sights from the water
  • Description

    This canal tour starts at the very heart of the city, right near Central Station. From here each cruise takes a different path through the city, depending on the amount of traffic on the canals and the size of the boat. Sights you will definitely see include the World Heritage-listed 17th-century canals and the cities iconic architecture. Enjoy the sights along the most famous of the waterways, the Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht.

    As you travel through Amsterdam's neighbourhoods, such as the Jordaan, the Nine Streets or the Pijp, you might see sights like the Amstel river which gave the city its name, the Anne Frank House and the iconic Skinny bridge. The tour is significantly enriched by an audio tour in 19 languages and observations from the captain.

    Included / Excluded
    What's Included
    • A one-hour boat trip on the UNESCO Heritage canal ring of Amsterdam
    • Audio guide in several languages
    • Enjoy free WiFi onboard
    Start / End Locations

    Start Location: Stationsplein, Amsterdam, Netherlands

    Important Information
    Know Before You Book
    • Chlidren tickets: age 4-13 years
    • Sold out? Consider our Semi-open boat cruise instead
    • Only service dogs (who must be identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat
    • Free cancellation up to 8 hours before the scheduled start of the activity
    Know Before You Go
    • Departs near Central Station (Prins Hendrikkade 25)
    • Check-in 15 min before departure
    • Audio guide in several languages
    Cancellation

    Cancellation Policy: standard

    Cancellation Cutoff: 8 hours

    Cancellation Notes: Up to 8 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 8 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund

    Options

    Admission Ticket

    RETAIL PRICE
    Adult (13-64 years) €16.00
    Child (0-3 years) €8.00
    Points of interest
    • Anne Frank House, Westermarkt, Amsterdam, Netherlands
    • De 9 Straatjes, Wolvenstraat, Amsterdam, Netherlands