Amsterdam Luxury Open Boat Cruise with Optional Unlimited Drinks
Description
Step aboard and discover the true charm of Amsterdam from the water. Glide past iconic sights like the Anne Frank House, the Red Light District, and the Skinny Bridge, while also exploring quieter canals where everyday life unfolds. Watch locals enjoying coffee in the sun, cyclists rushing by, and couples capturing special moments—these authentic scenes make the city unforgettable. Enjoy a comfortable and intimate cruise with Lovely Cruises’ sustainable, small, open electric boats, offering a quiet and environmentally friendly way to explore the canals. The size of the boats allows access to narrow canals larger boats can’t reach, offering a more unique perspective. The boats are quiet, eco-friendly, and equipped with blankets, umbrellas, and a covered option for bad weather. There’s even a bar on board for a refreshing drink. Sit back, relax, and let the experienced captain and guide show you Amsterdam at its best.
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The Anne Frank House is a historic canal-side building where Anne Frank and her family hid during World War II. Now a museum, it preserves the secret annex and tells the powerful story of her life and diary. As we pass by, you’ll see one of Amsterdam’s most important and moving landmarks from the water.
The Skinny Bridge, known locally as the Magere Brug, is a charming wooden drawbridge spanning the Amstel River in Amsterdam. Famous for its elegant design and nightly illumination, it’s one of the city’s most photographed landmarks. As we sail underneath, you’ll get a perfect view of this historic bridge and its classic Dutch architecture from the water.
The Red Light District in Amsterdam is a historic neighborhood known for its narrow streets, canals, and distinctive nightlife. It is famous for its legalized sex work, visible behind illuminated windows, as well as its mix of bars, coffee shops, restaurants, and cultural landmarks. Despite its reputation, it’s also one of the city’s oldest areas, with notable architecture and a unique atmosphere that blends history with modern urban life.
The Rijksmuseum is the national museum of the Netherlands, showcasing centuries of Dutch art and history. It’s best known for masterpieces by artists such as Rembrandt and Johannes Vermeer. As we pass by, you’ll see one of the country’s most important cultural landmarks.
The A'DAM Tower is a modern landmark on the banks of the IJ River. It offers panoramic views over the city and is home to restaurants, bars, and even Europe’s highest swing. From the water, you get a great perspective of this contemporary contrast to Amsterdam’s historic skyline.
The NEMO Science Museum is a striking, ship-shaped building rising above the water. This interactive museum is all about science and technology, especially popular with families and curious minds. As we sail past, you’ll notice its unique design that looks like the bow of a giant green ship.
The Bloemenmarkt is the world’s only floating flower market, located along one of the city’s canals. Here you’ll find colorful displays of flowers, bulbs, and Dutch souvenirs. As we pass by, you’re seeing a unique and fragrant piece of Amsterdam’s local culture.
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(6)
We showed up at the exact location early, but we were told the Lovely Cruises does NOT HAVE an 8pm cruise. They had one at 8:30pm but it was “Unfortunately SOLD OUT”. Fernando did come outside and arrange for us to ride on another canal cruise company, KINBOAT. This company was very accommodating. While we had to pay them €30 each, they were happy to include us on their cruise. I will be working with via tour for a full refund.
We had a great experience with Lovely Cruises! Our guides were super knowledgeable about the history and architecture of Amsterdam, and kept it very engaging and fun. It was very hot the day we went, so the umbrellas were a nice reprieve from the sun. We upgraded and got the drinks package, but it only includes beer and wine. You have to pay for any speciality drinks. My family and I only had one small plastic cup of white wine, so I wouldn't upgrade the ticket again. Overall great experience and we learned a lot about Amsterdam!
Dear Emma, Thank you for your thoughtful review. We are happy to hear that you had a great experience with Lovely Cruises and enjoyed learning about Amsterdam from our knowledgeable guides. It is also nice to know that the umbrellas helped make the journey more comfortable on such a warm day. We appreciate your honest feedback about the drinks package and will take it into consideration. Thank you for joining us, and we hope to welcome you back on board again in the future. Kind regards
We had the best tour around the canals of Amsterdam. Rubin and … i can’t remember her name (i’m so sorry)! it was my birthday and was a perfect way to celebrate. just the perfect length of time. Rubin was very knowledgeable about the city and was a fantastic guide!
Dear Guest, Thank you for the amazing review. We are glad to hear that you chose to celebrate your birthday with us and that it was such a special experience.We truly appreciate your feedback and hope to welcome you back for another memorable cruise in the future. Kind regards
Excellent. Fortunately, this wonderful canal tour was available the same day after another operator cancelled at the last minute, after first trying to move us to another date/time. We had booked months ago - that operator has zero respect for international travellers who must book well in advance. Thanks for a wonderful experience, and for choosing to run the tour despite your not having a full boat.
Dear David, Thank you for the wonderful review. We are very happy to hear you enjoyed the canal cruise and that we could still welcome you after the disappointment with another operator. It means a lot to know you appreciated the experience and our decision to continue the tour. We hope you had a fantastic time discovering Amsterdam from the water. Kind regards
Great recommendation! We were on the world's best boat trip yesterday with guide Victor and captain Gino. The trip was a perfect mix of knowledge and humor, and the atmosphere was at the top on the boat. We could have taken another walk. The boat was clean and very comfortable to sit in. Victor was easy to hear and understand. We send our warmest recommendations to Lovely Cruises in this otherwise quite unbeatable jungle of boat trips ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Dear Maiski, Thank you for the amazing and thoughtful review. We are truly happy to hear that you had such a wonderful time on board with Victor and Captain Gino. It is fantastic to know that you enjoyed the mix of humour, interesting information, and the great atmosphere during the cruise. Your warm recommendation means a lot to our team, and we are very grateful for your kind words about the boat and service. We hope to welcome you on board again for another cruise in Amsterdam. Kind regards
Excellent boat cruise through Amsterdam's beautiful canals. Ryan and Amy was great, servicable and very knowledgable about Amsterdam. Fun and chill atmosphere. This is now the boat cruise I will compare all other boat cruises with.
