Which canal cruises are the best in Amsterdam?

1. Amsterdam City Canal Cruise: Amsterdam City Canal Cruise will give you a glimpse of the city's history as you pass 1550 monumental buildings. This 75 minutes canal cruise ride will take you through famous landmarks like the Overhoeks, Golden Bend, and Music Building. 2. Hop-On-Hop-Off Canal Cruise: This is one of the best canal cruises in Amsterdam that takes you through the top attractions of the city. You can listen to audio commentary that explains the historical sights and attractions around.3. 75 Mins Day Canal Cruise: Experience Amsterdam during the daylight as you go on a 75-minute day canal cruise covering the best parts of the city. From the Overhoeks to the Golden Bend to the Music Building at the harbor, this day cruise covers it all.

What is the best time to go for canal cruises in Amsterdam?

The evening is the best time to go for canal cruises in Amsterdam, as the entire city seems to be twinkling with lights. The weather is also pleasant during this time, making your tour even more special.

Where do Canal cruises leave from in Amsterdam?

Canal cruises leave from Prins Hendrikkade street 25, opposite Amsterdam Central Station, 1012 TM Amsterdam Netherlands. Cruise departs every 20-30 minutes. The timings for the departure of Canal Cruise are different for Summer and Winter. For Summers (23 March - 30 October) the timings are 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.For winters (31 October - 22 March) the timings are 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM daily.

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise Highlights

Go on the Amsterdam canal cruise for a relaxing journey through the city's canals, seeing its architecture and neighbourhoods from a new angle.
Enjoy a cruise along Amsterdam's iconic canals, including the Prinsengracht, Herengracht, and Keizersgracht, soaking in the city's beauty and history.
See the iconic landmarks of Amsterdam, including the Anne Frank House, the Westerkerk, and the Skinny Bridge, on the Amsterdam canal cruise.
Admire Amsterdam's treasured architecture, including charming 17th-century merchant homes, churches, showcasing the city's rich cultural heritage.
Take a deep dive into Amsterdam's culture and history with an audio commentary in 19 languages providing details of the city's highlights and hidden gems.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise Overview

About Amsterdam Canal Cruise :

Amsterdam Canal Cruise offers a scenic journey through the city's iconic waterways, including the Prinsengracht, Herengracht, and Keizersgracht canals. During the tour, the passengers cruise past historic buildings like the Anne Frank House and the Westerkerk, charming houseboats, and picturesque bridges. The gentle motion of the boat provides a relaxing way to see Amsterdam's most famous tourist attractions. The cruise offers a unique perspective of the city, letting you see its architecture and vibrant neighbourhoods while cruising through the canals.

About the Activity :

Enjoy Amsterdam Canal Cruise. a 1 hour leisurely one hour cruise, experiencing the city's beauty and learning about its rich history.
Immerse yourself in Amsterdam's charm as you cruise through its iconic canals, including the Prinsengracht, Herengracht, and Keizersgracht, witnessing the city's beauty from a unique perspective.
Admire Amsterdam's iconic landmarks like the Rijksmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, and the Royal Palace while cruising its picturesque canals.
Learn about the grandeur of the Dutch Golden Age, a time when Amsterdam's iconic canals were planned and constructed, shaping the city's unique and enduring beauty.
Marvel at the elegant merchant homes and historic churches that line Amsterdam's canals, showcasing the city's architectural beauty and rich cultural heritage.
Explore Amsterdam with ease as the audio guide, available in 19 languages, provides informative commentary, making the canal cruise accessible and enjoyable for all.

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Amsterdam Canal Cruise Ticket

1 Hours

INR 2,239.52

INR 2,132.88

Per Adult

Experience Amsterdam's beauty on a 1-hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise, passing iconic landmarks like the Anne Frank House and the Skinny Bridge. Enjoy the cruise with an informative audio commentary in 19 languages including Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Polish, Portuguese, and Russian. Free Wi-Fi and toilets are available on the canal cruise.

Age Policy :

Visitors below 4 years of age can join free of cost.
Child tickets are applicable for visitors aged 4-13 years.
Adult tickets are applicable for visitors above 13 years of age.

Price Includes

Activities
- 1 hour canal cruise activity
Guide
- GPS audio guide in 18 languages

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Know Before You Go for Amsterdam Canal Cruise

ID proof is mandatory for each individual guest at the time of arrival. PAN card will not be considered as a valid address proof.
All foreign nationals must share their passport and visa details at the time of booking, and also upon arrival.
Participants are requested to report at the activity site at least 30 minutes prior to their chosen time slot. Timings must be strictly followed, as the activity is time constraint.
Fixed day ticket implies that this ticket can only be redeemed on the date that you've booked the ticket, it won't be carried forward to next or any other day.

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Starting Point

Prins Hendrikkade 25

Prins Hendrikkade 25, 1012 TM Amsterdam, Netherlands

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06 Nov, 2022

Excellent

Maja Cvijic

16 Feb, 2022

Excellent

Saviona Lima

Me and my partner didn’t even realize how fast the one hour went by during this canal cruise in Amsterdam. The audio guide was available in English as well, which made our experience way more convenient. All thanks to Thrillophilia for instant booking and great offers!

20 Jan, 2022

Good

Shivani Shah

We booked Amsterdam canal cruise experience from Thrillophilia at a really low price. Our favorite part of the day in Amsterdam was the one-hour cruise. We passed by some of the most wonderful sights in the city, and left with some amazing pictures of the place as well. Individuals greatly benefit from the multilingual audio guide because we could see that there are people from many nations.

19 Feb, 2021

Excellent

Himadri Marar

I was on a brief trip to Amsterdam and wanted to utilize my free time in the most exciting way possible. I booked this Thrillophilia's 1-hour canal boating adventure after doing some research online on a good discount. Exploring Amsterdam's UNESCO World Heritage Canal District while sailing through numerous city canals such as Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Prinsengracht and witnessing the majesty of the Dutch Golden Era was an unforgettable experience. The GPS audio guide kept us updated about the many destinations we passed through.

22 Jan, 2020

Excellent

Dinakar Malik

The canal cruise was amazing! We got to see Amsterdam's major monuments. Great experience.

29 Jan, 2020

Good

Anil Rana

This 1 hours cruise was our highlight of that day in Amsterdam. The audio guide available in multiple languages really helps people because we could see there are people from different countries. Recommended!

Amsterdam Canal Cruise Policies

The customer receives a confirmation voucher via email within 1 business hours of successful booking.

In case the preferred slots are unavailable, an alternate schedule of the customer’s preference will be arranged and a new confirmation voucher will be sent via email.

Alternatively, the customer may choose to cancel their booking before confirmation and a full refund will be processed.

If cancellation are made 1 days before the date of travel then 0.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
If cancellation are made 0 days to 1 days before the date of travel then 100.0% of total tour cost will be charged as cancellation fees
In the event of unforeseen weather conditions, union issues, government restrictions, or any other circumstances beyond human control, certain trips or activities may be cancelled. In such cases, alternate feasible options will be provided. However, a cash refund will not be available.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise FAQs

Which canal cruises are the best in Amsterdam?

1. Amsterdam City Canal Cruise: Amsterdam City Canal Cruise will give you a glimpse of the city's history as you pass 1550 monumental buildings. This 75 minutes canal cruise ride will take you through famous landmarks like the Overhoeks, Golden Bend, and Music Building.

2. Hop-On-Hop-Off Canal Cruise: This is one of the best canal cruises in Amsterdam that takes you through the top attractions of the city. You can listen to audio commentary that explains the historical sights and attractions around.

3. 75 Mins Day Canal Cruise: Experience Amsterdam during the daylight as you go on a 75-minute day canal cruise covering the best parts of the city. From the Overhoeks to the Golden Bend to the Music Building at the harbor, this day cruise covers it all.
What is the best time to go for canal cruises in Amsterdam?

The evening is the best time to go for canal cruises in Amsterdam, as the entire city seems to be twinkling with lights. The weather is also pleasant during this time, making your tour even more special.
Where do Canal cruises leave from in Amsterdam?
Canal cruises leave from Prins Hendrikkade street 25, opposite Amsterdam Central Station, 1012 TM Amsterdam Netherlands. Cruise departs every 20-30 minutes. The timings for the departure of Canal Cruise are different for Summer and Winter.
- For Summers (23 March - 30 October) the timings are 9:00 AM to 10:00 PM daily.
- For winters (31 October - 22 March) the timings are 9:30 AM to 9:00 PM daily.

How long are canal cruises in Amsterdam?

Most of the canal cruises in Amsterdam take approximately one hour in which you will discover the major attractions of the wonderful city. You will explore grand merchant houses and churches during the one hour Canal Cruise ride. You will get an amazing opportunity to pass under the beautiful bridges that are located on the waterways.

How many canals are there in Amsterdam?

Amsterdam has 165 canals with a length of over 60 miles or 100 kilometers. The most prominent canals are Prinsengracht, Herengracht, Single and Keizersgracht. There are 2500 houseboats that line Amsterdam canals and have been afloat for more than a century.

Is the canal cruise in Amsterdam worth it?

Yes, Amsterdam Canal Cruise is worth it as it takes you through the most prominent attractions of the city. You can listen to audio commentary during the canal cruise that explains the historical sights and attractions around.