Tours/Amsterdam/Amsterdam Evening Cruise with Onboard Bar
Viator · group up to 25 pax

Amsterdam Evening Cruise with Onboard Bar

3.7(54)Amsterdam1 hour
VIATOR3.5(25)TRIPADVISOR3.9(29)

Description

Cruise through Amsterdam the modern way, by small electric boat with a bar on an evening tour. A fun alternative to the regular crowded bars, the cruise offers a sociable way to see Amsterdam's landmarks as day turns to night. Illuminated bridges and attractions like the Western Church are among the sights. Secure your spot online for a popular Amsterdam canal cruise. Skip the sidewalk crowds, and sightsee from the water instead. Listen to commentary about the Rijksmuseum and other sights. Chat with a local host to get tips for your Amsterdam vacation.

Tour Options

Departure Central Station
Departure Anne Frank House
  • Starting point: Flying Dutch Boats, Prinsengracht 267, 1016 GW Amsterdam, Netherlands

Itinerary

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The most common theory on the origin of the name is as a derivation of the French word Jardin, meaning garden: most streets and canals in the Jordaan are named after trees and flowers. Another theory is that the Prinsengracht canal was once nicknamed Jordaan (the Dutch name for the river Jordan) and that the neighborhood beyond the canal came to be called this as well. Our Flagship canal tour will start and end here in the Jordaan.

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The Anne Frank house at Prinsengracht 263 is where the cruise departs.

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Our boats will cruise along with the houseboat museum at the Prinsengracht.

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Our boats will cruise along the Negen Straatjes.

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The three main canals (Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht), dug in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, form concentric belts around the city, known as the Grachtengordel. Alongside the main canals are 1550 monumental buildings. The 17th-century canal ring area, including the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Jordaan, were listed as UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, contributing to Amsterdam's fame as the "Venice of the North".

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One of Amsterdam’s many bridges is the beautiful Magere Brug, known to English speakers at the Skinny Bridge. This wooden drawbridge was once so narrow that it was hard for two pedestrians to pass each other. To cope with increasing traffic on the Amstel, a wider bridge replaced the narrow original in 1871.

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Dutch National Ballet develops, produces and presents ballet at the highest international level. We aim to reach a wide public and to bring today’s audiences into contact with the beauty and passion of this art form. Come in and be inspired by our spectacle – we promise to give you a warm welcome.

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Huis Marseille Museum for Photography is a photography museum on Keizersgracht in Amsterdam, located in a monumental canal house dating from 1665. It is the first museum in the Netherlands that focuses specifically on photography as an art form. Since 1999 there has been a new exhibition every three months.

Highlights

Friendly atmosphere with a small group of people
Skipper/Guide
1-hour cruise

What's included

Included
Friendly atmosphere with a small group of people
Skipper/Guide
1-hour cruise
Not included
Drinks (available for purchase)

Traveller Ratings

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Important Information

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Reviews(54)

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Jodi_C
June 17, 2026
Enjoyable Canal Cruise

We really enjoyed our cruise around the canals. Seeing Amsterdam from the water really gives you a different perspective on the place.

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Ronda M
May 30, 2026
Great cruise

The staff on the tour was exceptional. Very interactive and attentive. The cheese platter was very nice and the wine well chilled. We had a great time.

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Lilly P
August 16, 2025
Reasonably priced and fantastic!

Fantastic. Great skipper and host, drinks were reasonable priced and yummy. Beautiful sights on the evening tour!! Would definitely recommend.

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Laura_S
July 12, 2025
Great tour and guide

Tour guide was so knowledgeable. He was from the US but has been here a year or so. Seemed to know the area well and answered all our questions

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Tour57526102504
May 25, 2025
Average Experience

Very very average experience. Wouldn't recommend or return with this company. Late departure, then boat broke all had to change n staff didn't really seem to be interested.

Operator response

Dear valued Customer, Thank you for your feedback. We are deeply sorry to hear that your experience with us did not meet your expectations. We would like to sincerely apologize for the late departure, the inconvenience of the broken boat, and that the staff did not seem interested. We can imagine how frustrating and disappointing this must have been for you. Since this is far from the service we aim to provide, we will address your comments with our team to further improve our service and processes. If there is anything else you wish to discuss or bring to our attention, please feel free to reach out to us directly. Once again, thank you for bringing this to our attention, and we truly regret that you had a disappointing experience with us. Warm regards, Jessie Front Office Management

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Andrew L
February 22, 2025
A Great fun tour

We loved this tour so much more personal and fun, than other tours along the canals. The guides were fun and well informed, and the bar upgrade is a must and thank you to the captain for setting me straight that the XXX of the Amsterdam flag is not the brand of some online material.

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L3407CKlouiset
January 2, 2025
Evening cruise

The guy who did the commentary was very informative. Very relaxed. Very enjoyable Shame it was raining otherwise it would have been perfect

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Justin_M
October 6, 2024
Great tour!

The staff were very knowledgeable and helpful! Have been on a canal cruise before but enjoyed this one the most.

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Mike_D
August 19, 2024
Great value

Very relaxed and informative trip, staff very friendly and knowledgeable. Good facilities and comfortable boat

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janienkev2024
July 7, 2024
Moderate round trip

A special experience. Unfortunately, it is mainly about the drink and making fun of the Dutch. Everything with a lot of humor so that made the trip fun. But for this money I would definitely not recommend the tour.

Operator response

Dear Customer, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We genuinely value your feedback as it helps us improve our services. We are glad to hear that you found the humor enjoyable and that it contributed to a pleasant atmosphere during the tour. However, we are sorry to learn that other aspects of the experience did not meet your expectations. It is important to us that all our guests feel respected and valued, and we apologize if any part of the tour felt otherwise. Rest assured that your comments will be addressed internally. Your comments regarding the focus on drinks and the overall value of the tour are taken seriously. We strive to provide an enriching and worthwhile experience for all our guests, and your feedback will help us make necessary improvements. We appreciate your input and will work hard to enhance the quality of our tours. If there is anything else you wish to discuss or bring to our attention, please feel free to contact us directly. Once again, we are deeply sorry for the unpleasant experience you recently had with us, and thank you for your valuable feedback. Warm regards, Jessie Front Office Management

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