City Centre Canal Cruise including Audioguide

Explore Amsterdam’s canals at a leisurely pace on this 1-hour city centre cruise, guided by an engaging audioguide. Glide past historic bridges, elegant canal houses, and charming houseboats while discovering the stories behind the city’s architecture, culture, and famous landmarks.

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Step aboard a modern canal boat and set off on a relaxed journey through the heart of Amsterdam. As you sail past elegant 17th-century houses and arched bridges, your audioguide brings the city’s history and culture to life with stories of the people and places that shaped it.

Glide along the central canals and spot landmarks such as the Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge), the Anne Frank House, and the soaring tower of the Westerkerk. Photograph the graceful merchant houses reflected in the water and watch daily life unfold along the lively quays.

Throughout the cruise, the audioguide shares fascinating details about Amsterdam’s trading past, its artistic heritage, and the neighborhoods that make the city so distinctive. The calm pace of the journey gives you time to relax, enjoy the views, and see the city from a fresh perspective.

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from €17.50
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What is included in activity

1-hour canal cruise
Audio Guide
Sightseeing

Important Info

• Children under 4 years old go free of charge if they do not occupy their own seat
• The duration of the cruise itself it 1 hour, but please note that it takes some time to board the boat, so the total duration of the experience might be up to 90 minutes in peak season
• Only service dogs (who must be identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat
• Not suitable for Wheelchair users
1 hr
Group size up to 50 persons
Mobile ticket
English, Deutsch, Italiano, Português, Русский язык, Español, castellano, Türkçe, Français
Children allowed
Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

Tour program

Please note that the program and conditions are subject to change.
Starting location
IJ River
Amsterdam Centraal Station
NEMO Science Museum
Amstel
Stopera
H’ART Museum
Magere Brug
Prinsengracht
Westerkerk
Anne Frank House
Drop-off location

Meeting point

Boat departs from Lovers Canal Cruise

Places you will see

• IJ River
• Amsterdam Central Station
• NEMO Science Museum
• Amstel
• Stopera
• H’ART Museum
• Magere Brug
• Prinsengracht
• Westerkerk
• Anne Frank House

Reviews by travellers

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Kadijahsill K.
We throughly enjoyed this cruise . A lot of important landmarks were pointed out which we later visited on our trip. Our captain of our cruise was very informative and funny. We recommend this trip to anyone wishing to see Amsterdam.
about 20 hours ago
Hadj M.
The view of Most popular places wasn't suitable to take nice Shots for all of passengers
4 days ago
Marshall B.
Wonderful, you learn so much about the history of Amsterdam
4 days ago
David H.
It was a very relaxing activity to do with all ages , lovely family activity. Very interesting to hear different stories about the different buildings.
7 days ago
Chris L.
Our boat trip with Captain Dimitrov, Stijn, and Willem was pure joy from start to finish! I haven’t laughed this much in years - honestly, I’m counting it as my daily ab workout. These three aren’t just great sailors, they’re top-class entertainers who definitely deserve a raise. We’ll be back for sure… partly for the views, but mostly for the jokes!
7 days ago
David L.
The captain Simon was amazing entertainer and guide. I recommend this to anyone visiting Amsterdam.
11 days ago
Anya
Great boat tour of Amsterdams city centre. Very informative and well organized.
14 days ago
Amie
Great facts and language options with souvineer…lots of room and easy booking
16 days ago
Helen P.
The captains were friendly, personable and knowledgeable. The audio guide was very informative and I learned a lot about Amsterdam’s history.
16 days ago
Richard N.
Absolutely gorgeous, my 6 year old loved seeing all the views
19 days ago
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Boat departs from Lovers Canal Cruise