Tours/Amsterdam/Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Open Bar - Red Light District
Viator · group up to 35 pax

Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Open Bar - Red Light District

4.7(30)Amsterdam1 hour
VIATOR4.0(8)TRIPADVISOR5.0(22)

Description

Get on board of one of the comfortable boats. Sail the canals and experience Amsterdam in peace from the water. Our captain will make sure that you have the best canal cruise of your life! He/she will guide you through the canals of Amsterdam and tell you everything you have always wanted to know. From the comfort of our boat you can enjoy Amsterdam from the water. Listen to the captain telling you some fun stories about Amsterdam while you are consuming the included drinks. Please select a preferred date and time to view the various ticketing options. We look forward to welcoming you on board of one of our open boats for a cruise!

Tour Options

Live guide 1-hour

Itinerary

Pass by

Dutch National Opera & Ballet, this building includes city hall.

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The Amstel river is the bases of Amsterdam.

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The Magere Brug is a national monument and one of the most romantic places of Amsterdam.

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The Herengracht of Gentleman's canal is one of the main canals of Amsterdam including the Golden bend.

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You can't miss the world famous Red Light District. Including the daycare located between the prostitutes.

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Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center is one of the most popular coffeeshops of Amsterdam.

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Museum of the Canals, sharing the history of the canals.

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Museumhuis Bartolotti

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Munt Tower, translated "coin tower" is where the Dutch coins used to be made.

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Xtracold Icebar, if you like to drink a beer like you are on the Northpole.

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Statue Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina on her horse.

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The Rokin is one of the shopping area's of Amsterdam.

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Museum Ons'Lieve Heer Op Solder is a secret church in the attic of the house.

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The Bulldog Amsterdam was the first official coffeeshop of Amsterdam.

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Weeping Tower is where the women waved goodbye to their sailors.

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Brouwerij de Prael is a small brewer in the city heart of Amsterdam.

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The Scheepvaartmuseum or Nautical museum tells the story of the Dutch adventures sailing around the world.

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NEMO Science Museum is the adventure museum for kids to explore and learn.

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Arcam has an overview for the history architecture of Amsterdam.

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Waterlooplein Market is the world famous flee market.

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Montelbaanstoren is one of the very few old defense towers of the old city centre.

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Museum Het Rembrandthuis is in the old house of Rembrandt where he made his famous paintings.

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Leprozenpoort is the old entrance of a house that has been located here before the 15th century.

Highlights

Local guide
100% electric boats
Unlimited Heineken beer, wines and soft drinks
Toilet
Coffee and/or Tea

What's included

Included
Local guide
100% electric boats
Unlimited Heineken beer, wines and soft drinks
Toilet
Coffee and/or Tea
Not included
Food and bites
Transportation to/from attractions

Traveller Ratings

4.7
30 reviews
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Important Information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note that the itinerary provided is just an example. Routes may vary due to traffic, construction works, and weather conditions
  • In case of bad weather we provide umbrella's or poncho's. In some cases of bad weather or season we might use a covered boat. In case the tour is cancelled by the operator, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Minimum drinking age is 18 years
  • Our crew speaks both Dutch and English. The tour is given mainly in English.
  • Please make sure that you are at the departure location at least 10 minutes prior to your departure time for your check in.

Reviews(30)

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Angie_K
May 27, 2026
The meeting time needs to...

The meeting time needs to be communicated that it’s can be flexible. We waited over 45 minutes - ticket information said to be at the meeting spot 10 min early, boat arrived more than 30 min later than meeting time. Besides the confusion we enjoyed the cruise and the tour guide did a fantastic job.

Operator response

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We sincerely apologize for the confusion and delay at the meeting point, and we appreciate you pointing out that the communication around departure times could have been clearer. We understand how frustrating waiting can be, especially at the start of an Amsterdam canal cruise experience. That said, we’re very happy to hear you still enjoyed the canal cruise through Amsterdam and that our tour guide made such a positive impression. Your kind words mean a lot to the Boat Amsterdam team, and we truly appreciate your understanding. We hope to welcome you back on board again for an even smoother experience next time.

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hollyu324
May 6, 2026
Amazing vibe. Amazing drinks.

Such an awesome experience! Great way to see Amsterdam without the crowds. All 5 of us got the open bar option and thought it was WELL worth it. Our drinks stayed topped the whole whole time:)

Operator response

Thank you for your amazing review, Holly! We’re so happy to hear you and your group had such an awesome time on your Amsterdam canal cruise with Boat Amsterdam. Cruising through the Amsterdam canals is a fantastic way to experience the city away from the busy crowds, and we’re delighted you enjoyed the fun atmosphere on board. It’s great to know the open bar option was such a hit and that the drinks kept flowing throughout the canal cruise through Amsterdam! Thank you again for your recommendation and kind words — we hope to welcome all five of you back again soon for another unforgettable boat tour in Amsterdam!

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annepO9857DB
August 27, 2025
Canal Cruise

Great hosts drinks flowed really good guides got the group comfortable and told some really fun stories.Would definitely recommend .We had open boat on a sunny day.Perfect excursion fir our family

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895rogierv
July 22, 2025
They arranged exactly the company outing I was looking for!

For our company outing they had organized a top boat trip! The communication with Luuk beforehand was super nice: clear, fast and personal. He even called a day in advance to go over everything and half an hour before departure to wish us lots of fun. That kind of attention really makes all the difference. The boat itself was clean and tidy, the drink was nice and cold, warm bitter garnish on the way, there was good music and the staff on board were friendly and helpful. Everything was arranged to perfection. In short: a super experience and in my opinion highly recommended for other companies looking for a relaxing, well-organized boat trip!

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SwimRykno
June 24, 2025
A fun way to spend an hour in Amsterdam

My daughters that Vaulter, the guide, was so cute they never want to wash their hands. He was great guide with some funny jokes to add to the history of Amsterdam

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L4446IXclairem
June 17, 2025
Great time!

Views were amazing! Olaf and our skipper were phenomenal guides! Recommending this to everyone who visits Amsterdam!

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kellymM7282AE
June 12, 2025
Fantastic experience

Michel and Alex were wonderful, informative and humorous tour guides. The tour exceeded all of our expectations,. highly recommend Boat Amsterdam.

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jasminrI1657DB
February 1, 2025
Excellent boozy ride

The tour guide was very funny and entertaining. Always made sure our drink was topped up too! It was a lovely afternoon!!

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Kristin_P
September 8, 2024
They changed time and location

Received an email that time and location were changed and asking me to get in touch if the new arrangement didn’t work. I did, because it didn’t. Asked for a refund and received no response.

Operator response

Dear Kristin, We are sorry to hear that you were not able to join our cruise last Saturday. I have researched your booking and see that your booking has changed two days before your departure. Only the location changed, the departure time was the same. It is unfortunate you were not able to make the cruise. We did not receive any information from you that you were not able to join the cruise. Also I could not find any request for a refund. Could you please resend us your messages to our e-mail? Thank you! Richard

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Scott_S
September 6, 2024
Not great

Tour guide showed up 15 minutes late. Very cramped small bus. Places we visited were just tourist traps. Told to find our own way back to the bus. Very confusing. Then back in Amsterdam the driver put us off a 30 minute walk from where we started with no direction provided. Tour guide was pleasant.

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