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Amsterdam Open Boat Tour with Local Guide

4.9219 reviewsAmsterdam Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)

  • 1 hour
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

See Amsterdam the way it was meant to be seen—gliding effortlessly through its stunning canals on a stylish open boat. No crowded sidewalks, no rush—just pure relaxation and breathtaking views. With an expert captain doubling as your storyteller, you’ll uncover hidden gems, fascinating history, and fun local secrets—all while enjoying the freedom of an intimate, eco-friendly boat that takes you where larger boats simply can't go. Choose your perfect starting point—either right in the heart of the city at Damrak Pier 5 (opposite Central Station) or steps away from the iconic Rijksmuseum. Seats are limited, so secure yours now and experience Amsterdam the way the locals love it. Itinerary Pleas note: the route may vary depending on departure point and traffic

Inclusions

What's included

  • Guide (the captain will act as your guide)
  • Toilet on the mooring (before departure)

What's not

  • Food and drinks

Itinerary

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  4. Pass underneath "the bridge of love"

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  5. Sail through Amsterdam's historic canals

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  6. Get an exceptional view on the seven bridges.

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Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.9

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Damrak Pier 6
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 32 travellers
Operated by
Stromma Nederland
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Will be operated by an English and Dutch speaking guide
  • Dress code is smart casual ☺, it can be cold because it's an open boat!
  • Refreshments available in the shop (extra charge)

How it compares in Amsterdam

  • Its from-price is 86% below the median of the 2120 experiences we list in Amsterdam.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 174 of 2120.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Amsterdam

Amsterdam rings its golden-age centre with tree-lined canals, gabled houses and bridges, packing great art and easy cycling into a compact city.

The canal ring, dug in the seventeenth century, curves around the old centre in concentric arcs: Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht, lined with tall merchants' houses. The Jordaan, just west, is a maze of small canals, courtyards, brown cafés and independent shops, and the Anne Frank House stands on the Prinsengracht at its edge.

Top-ranked sights in Amsterdam: Amstel River, Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug), Anne Frank House.

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