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.
Semi-open Boat Cruise through Amsterdam
Summary Description
Highlights
- Duration: about 60 minutes
- Sail through Amsterdam's 17th century canal ring
- Enjoy unobstructed views of the city's sights from the water
Description
This cruise is perfect for those keen to discover the beauty and history of Amsterdam’s canals. The boats used on the Semi-open Boat Cruise are uniquely designed to ensure that, regardless of the weather, you’ll enjoy the Renaissance beauty of the ‘Venice of the North.’
On sunny days, the boat-top opens, giving you refreshing views of the merchant houses and city architecture in the sunshine. If it rains, the boat is easily closed with a glass-top or a regular cruise boat is used, ensuring you continue to delight in Amsterdam’s unique charm.
The Semi-open Boat Cruise lasts about one hour and takes you to the most important sights in Amsterdam. On this boat tour, you’ll sail down the UNESCO World Heritage-listed inner canals, which date from the 17th century; then wind past not-to-be-missed attractions such as the Western Church, the Anne Frank House or the Hermita
Included / Excluded
- A one-hour boat trip on the UNESCO Heritage canal ring of Amsterdam
- Audio guide in several languages
- Enjoy free WiFi onboard
- Child age: 4 - 13 years
Start / End Locations
Important Information
Know Before You Book
- Chlidren tickets: age 4-13 years
- Sales in spring, summer and autumn
- 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
- Departs near Central Station (Prins Hendrikkade 25)
- Check-in 15 min before departure
- Audio guide in several languages
Cancellation
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 and Pricing
| Admission Ticket | RETAIL PRICE |
|---|---|
| Adult (14 - 64 years) | €16.00 |
| Child (4 - 13 years) | €8.00 |
Basic Information
- Duration: 1 hour
- Trip difficulty: Easy
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