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Amsterdam Open-Top Boat Canal Cruise

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Head to the NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky dock at a time that suits you—boats arrive roughly every half hour throughout the day and into the evening. Exchange your voucher upon arrival, and step onto the vessel to be greeted by your captain and hostess, who focus on both your comfort and safety during the journey.Relax into your seat as the captain shares stories about Amsterdam’s history, culture, and architecture. Drift by iconic sites such as the Old Church, the scenic Amstel River, and the famous Magere Brug. If you’re feeling a chill, cozy up with a complimentary blanket, and you can always treat yourself to a drink from the bar (own expense).When the tour concludes, your captain will bring you back to your original departure point, leaving you free to explore the city further on your own.

Overview

Head to the NH Grand Hotel Krasnapolsky dock at a time that suits you—boats arrive roughly every half hour throughout the day and into the evening. Exchange your voucher upon arrival, and step onto the vessel to be greeted by your captain and hostess, who focus on both your comfort and safety during the journey.

Relax into your seat as the captain shares stories about Amsterdam’s history, culture, and architecture. Drift by iconic sites such as the Old Church, the scenic Amstel River, and the famous Magere Brug. If you’re feeling a chill, cozy up with a complimentary blanket, and you can always treat yourself to a drink from the bar (own expense).

When the tour concludes, your captain will bring you back to your original departure point, leaving you free to explore the city further on your own.

Itinerary

  • A few of the highligths during our tours:

    - Red Light District tour

    - Skinny Bridge

    - Old Church

    - Amstel River

    - Hidden Canals

    1 hour
  • Red Light District

    amsterdam is famous for and proud of its liberal and tolerant fibe. The name of the "RedLight District" comes from the red neon lighting that adorns the windows of the windows where the women are working as prostitutes.

    At this location you can find a wide range of sex shops, peep shows, strip clubs, sex theaters and the typical hollande bruin cafes You can also visit cultural activities such as the prostitution museum, the museum of eroticism and the cannabis museum.This neighborhood is also called the 'red light district' and is the heart of Amsterdam's nightlife.

  • Oude Kerk

    oldest church in Amsterdam

  • Our Lord in the Attic Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder

    Our lord in the Attic is a unique clandestine Catholic church built on top of a 17th century merchant house. This was a secret Christian church in Protestant times. the church has kept the furnishings from its origins, including typical dutch wooden furniture, table clocks, and two kitchens with delft blue tiles. The church was built by Jan Hartmann in the attic of his house and today attracts more than 80,000 visitors a year.

  • This canal is the oldest steam gate in Amsterdam. The Kolksluice has been in operation since the Middle Ages. In 1702 the castle of the Kolksluice was demolished and replaced with the current bridge. During high tide, the lock was closed to prevent flooding. When the tide is low, the lock is opened and the water flows back into the sea. The sluicing process keeps the water clean.

  • Centraal Station

    Amsterdam Central station is the main station of Amsterdam. The station was designed by the Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers who was famous for his design of the Rijksmuseum and opened in 1889. There are Gothic and Renaissance elements. 250,000 people pass through the station every day.

  • From this location Henry Hudson started his sailing trip to the USA, where he discovered what is now New York. He called this settlement New Amsterdam. Weeper's tower is known as a drop-off spot. A place where women wept for their husbands who sailed into the war from this tower. Although this story has been described by many as a myth, there is evidence that it is a fact. There is a memorial stone in the tower dating back to 1566, which commemorates a woman who was broken so hard that she went mad.

  • Scheepvaarthuis

    The shipping house was originally the headquarters of the six major shipping functions. The Netherlands Steamship Company (SMN), the Royal Packet Navigation Company (KPM), the Java-China-Japan Line (JCJL) and the Royal Dutch Steamboat Company (KNSM) with New Rhine Navigation Company (NRM) and Royal West India Mail Service (KWIM). The shipping house is currently serving as a 5 star hotel. Many of the company's features are worth mentioning, such as the elaborate central staircase and the boardroom on the floors at the corner of the Prins Hendrikkade.

  • NEMO Science Museum

    This modern museum is the science center of amsterdam. It is the largest science museum in the Netherlands and contains 5 floors with science experiments and exhibitions. There is also a small cafeteria and gift shop selling small scale models of the attractions.

  • Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum

    The Maritime Museum is dedicated to many topics related to the rich Dutch maritime history. The collection contains many other things, paintings, scale models, weapons and maps. The ship in front of the museum is a replica of 'The Amsterdam', an 18th century ship that sailed between the Netherlands and the East Indies. The replica was built between 1985 and 1990.

  • The Amstel

    atmosphere on the river Amstel

  • Magere Brug

    Most famous bridge of the city

  • Montelbaanstoren

    This tower was built in 1516 as part of the defenses of Amsterdam. The name 'crazy' Jack's tower comes from the placement of the clock. When this clock was placed, it started ringing spontaneously.

Location

Meeting Point Map

Address

Oudezijds Voorburgwal 230, 1012 GJ Amsterdam, Netherlands

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Experience

Highlights

  • Open boat canal cruise through Amsterdam
  • Narration from the captain on Amsterdam's history, culture, and people
  • Pass city sights such as the Magere Brug, Old Church, and the Amstel River
  • Drinks available for purchase
  • Multiple departure times throughout the day
  • Inclusions

    • Blankets
    • Enthusiastic Live Tour
    • Luxurious Boat Cruise ont he Canals
    • Captain
    • Host(ess)

    Exclusions

    • Drinks
    • Gratuities
    • Snacks

    Additional Information

    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
    • Specialized infant seats are available
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • Near public transportation

    Guide Languages

    • English

    • Dutch

    Cancellation Policy

    • A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.

    • No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.

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