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Amsterdam: 1-Hour Open Boat Canal Cruise with Onboard Bar

Open boat canal cruise with guests in Amsterdam, passing by the Royal Opera House.
Women enjoying drinks on an open boat during a canal cruise in Amsterdam.
Guests boarding an open boat cruise in Amsterdam with a guide assisting near H'ART Museum.
Friends enjoying drinks on an open boat canal cruise in Amsterdam.

Duration

1 hr

Free cancellation

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Guided tour

4.9/5(379)

Sandra E

Couple
Verified booking
Yesterday
Enjoyed last 20 mins in the canal area. The majority of the tour was not as expected in larger open water. Would have appreciated it if seats were wiped down after evening rain.

Ulrike G

Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Out on the water in the evening with the best captain, "Dirk"! The stories told by the captain himself were wonderful (informative and entertaining)—and best of all, in English!—and he even took us on an extra loop to a great photo spot. The whole team was very helpful—I had bought tickets online, but we ended up at the wrong boarding location. When we asked, however, they let us board here and it wasn’t a problem. The very young team was very polite and friendly to us guests. Top-notch service!

Hitakshi S

Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
We had a fantastic time on our canal cruise. There was light rain, but it just made the late night atmosphere all the prettier. It was informative, gorgeous, and fun. We went at 9pm (accidentally ended up with a private tour at this time which was very personalized) and could not recommend the cruise more!!!

Rute F

Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
I loved this experience! The open boat was a great decision as the weather was great and the boat was even decorated with flowers, which was very nice! Our guide was Nicki and she was very nice and fun, giving us a great tour filled with fun facts about Amsterdam. would 100% reccomend.

Marinos K

Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Everything was excellent and well organized. I put 4 stars instead of 5 because I was expecting more information from the tour guide. I believe that if he would have a paper of the most significant information regarding Amsterdam he would be better

Leonie K

Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
We had an amazing time on the KINboat canal tour! From the moment we stepped on board, the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming. The boat was comfortable, and the views of Amsterdam from the water were absolutely beautiful—especially as the city lit up. The skipper was friendly, knowledgeable, and shared fun facts along the way without it feeling like a typical tourist tour. It felt more personal and authentic. The small group size made it even better, giving us plenty of space to enjoy the ride. Everything was well organized, from boarding to the overall experience. It’s a perfect way to see Amsterdam from a different perspective. Highly recommended!
    • Glide through Amsterdam’s canals on 100% electric, silent boats, enjoy 360-degree, glass-free views, and feel the breeze on these open boats!

    • Skip the pre-recorded tapes! Your experienced skippers share authentic stories of the city’s history, from the Golden Age to today.

    • Capture the perfect photo of the Skinny Bridge and sail past the Red Light District, Maritime Museum, and the stunning Royal Theatre Carré.

    • Sip on cold beer, wine, or soft drinks available on board while you admire the historic architecture from our open-top boutique boat.

    • 60-min Amsterdam canal cruise

    • Boarding from Centraal Station

    • Live guided commentary

    • English-speaking local skipper/guide

    • 100% electric open boat

    • Onboard bar

    • Blankets (upon request)

    • Hotel pick-up/drop-off
  • TOTAL DURATION60 minutes
    MODE OF TRANSFERElectric boat

    Sights covered

    Anne Frank House

    Anne Frank House

    Westerkerk

    Westerkerk

    Jordaan District

    Jordaan District

    Magere Brug

    Magere Brug

    Maritime Museum

    Maritime Museum

    Carré Theatre

    Carré Theatre

    Red Light District

    Red Light District

    Stopera

    Stopera

    Hortus Botanicus

    Hortus Botanicus

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • 379 reviews

    How do we collect reviews?

    These ratings include verified reviews from both Headout guests and our trusted partners who operate this experience locally. All reviews come from real travelers who've taken this experience.

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    Germany
    France
    Finland
    United Kingdom
    Sweden
    Canada
    Romania
    South Africa
    Greece
    Spain
    Guests from Germany, France, Finland and over 23 countries have loved this experience

    What our guests say

    Sandra E

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Yesterday
    Enjoyed last 20 mins in the canal area. The majority of the tour was not as expected in larger open water. Would have appreciated it if seats were wiped down after evening rain.

    Bettina H

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Last week
    A great tour with an attentive guide (Ward) who knew the area very well and had lots of interesting things to share.

    Julia Å

    Group
    Verified booking
    Last week
    The guide was amazing, he told a lot of interesting facts and was really nice and fun!

    Theobald E

    Group
    Verified booking
    Last week
    Dirk, the captain, was very good

    Ulrike G

    Couple
    Verified booking
    2 weeks ago
    Out on the water in the evening with the best captain, "Dirk"! The stories told by the captain himself were wonderful (informative and entertaining)—and best of all, in English!—and he even took us on an extra loop to a great photo spot. The whole team was very helpful—I had bought tickets online, but we ended up at the wrong boarding location. When we asked, however, they let us board here and it wasn’t a problem. The very young team was very polite and friendly to us guests. Top-notch service!
  • What to bring

    • Please wear weather-appropriate clothing.

    What’s not allowed

    • Due to cruise restrictions, your pets are not allowed on board.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

    Additional information

    • This experience includes alcoholic beverages. Availability is subject to age restrictions and local laws. Please carry a valid ID. Drink responsibly.

    • Please arrive 15 mins before your departure.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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