Amsterdam Highlights Canal Cruise

Name: Amsterdam Highlights Canal Cruise
Start: 2026-06-22T10:55:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-06-22T11:55:00.000+03:00
Location: Amsterdam

See Amsterdam from the water on a canal cruise with live commentary from your skipper, who brings the city’s history, culture, and everyday life into focus as you pass its most famous sights.

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Step aboard for a canal tour that reveals Amsterdam’s unique character from the water. As you pass elegant canal houses, historic bridges, and lively waterfront streets, your knowledgeable skipper shares stories and insights that bring the city’s past and present to life.

The route takes you along highlights such as the Prinsengracht, Herengracht, and Amstel River, offering a clear introduction to the city’s canal belt. The comfortable boat features a flexible cover, so you’ll enjoy great views in any weather.

With its mix of sightseeing and engaging commentary, this cruise is a simple and enjoyable way to experience Amsterdam—ideal for first-time visitors and anyone curious to learn more about the city’s history and daily life.

River cruise ship

HopOn HopOff Holland fleet

Open deck

A bar

Audio guide

Enclosed deck

Online Booking

What is not included

Drinks (available for purchase)

Departure: Badhuiskade 1, 1031 KV Amsterdam, Nederland

1 hr 15 min

Group size up to 27 persons

English, Deutsch

Mobile ticket

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: Badhuiskade 1

IJ River, Amsterdam

Sightseeing, Pass by (10 minutes)

Prinsengracht

Pass by, Scenic views on the way (30 minutes)

Anne Frank House

Photo stop, Pass by, Scenic views on the way (5 minutes)

The Amstel

Photo stop, Sightseeing, Pass by, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)

Binnenstad, Amsterdam

Pass by, Scenic views on the way (10 minutes)

IJ River, Amsterdam

Boat cruise, Sightseeing, Pass by (10 minutes)

Arrive back at: Badhuiskade 1

Places you will see

• Prinsengracht
• Anne Frank House
• The Amstel
• Binnenstad

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Reviews by travellers

4.8 out of 5

2440 reviews

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Mary L.

Amazing, Jim and Derek were so lovely. I did the 4pm trip and ended up on my own, and they made it so wonderful. It was golden hour too so it was a beautiful experience!

7 days ago

Birgit

Boat clean. Audio guide didn't work for 3 people in our group, so no operating error. Since we speak English and the captain articulated well, that was ok. But that's not the point - not everyone can speak English. It also requires a cell phone, which is not mentioned anywhere. Audio guide doesn't mean that you have to constantly hold your cell phone to your ear and your arm becomes paralyzed. We started with headphones. In addition, the labeling could be better. Hop on hop off is not the same as canal cruising. Luckily we were in the correct queue, although it wasn't immediately obvious.

8 days ago

Lars

Very pleasant tour to many interesting sights that can be reached by boat. Beautiful, clean and comfortable ship, which was fortunately completely covered. Nice and trustworthy captain.

13 days ago

Edward F.

on a cold and rainy morning this was the way to see a good deal of the city. very enjoyable ride

14 days ago

Jose S.

It was really easy to find the place, the staff was super friendly, the cruise took more than 1 hour, everything was well explained to us! A must!!!

15 days ago

Kristina

Loved it. Perfect price for quality service.

16 days ago

Joann G.

This is a must do activity. We opted for an evening tour as the city looks beautiful as night sets in. Smooth journey and the Skipper was great too. He spoke Perfect English and we learnt many new things about amsterdam. Great Value for me and a great time.

16 days ago

Frédérique

Awesome. Very pleasant staff. Reasonably priced drinks available during the walk. Superb experience.

18 days ago

Jeremy H.

It was amazing, friendly capitan - you can see that he likes his job :))) the boat is clean, the views were gorgeous! I RECOMMEND!!!

19 days ago

Hector L.

Enjoyed the canal ride and hearing some of Amsterdam’s history.

21 days ago

You will discover

Canals of Amsterdam

Anne Frank House

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