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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Audio guide
Restroom
Enclosed deck
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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
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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

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Peter
The captain was very informative and personally interacted with the passengers which made the whole trip very enjoyable. The cruise boat was comfortable and spacious and we would highly recommend this trip.
about 23 hours 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!
1 day ago
Sofía
Very good indeed, a lot of good jokes from the driver.
1 day ago
Lynn
It was most enjoyable!Our Captain Louis made it even better with his knowledge and sense of humour!
3 days ago
Callum
the captain was very funny and welcoming . gave us some additional insights beyond the audot guide. Great value for money
3 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.
4 days ago
Arthur B.
Perfect amount of time 1 hour, lovely and relaxing way to see the history and learn about it with the audio guide included. We had perfect weather for it today too. So that was a bonus. Nice and sunny. So we could see it all clearly. Enjoyed it. Recommend.
6 days ago
Melvin M.
I loved it. The meeting point was very easy to find, very straightforward. I had a great time touring the canal of Amsterdam.
6 days ago
Jack T.
Great one hour canal cruise. Rey informative about Amsterdam. Highly recommend taking it.
7 days ago
Roy R.
Convenient location to meet and have a coffee beforehand. Covered boat. Good audio-guide.
8 days ago
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