Things to do in Amsterdam Canals
Tracing the beautiful Amsterdam canals with a cruise is the best way to discover the allure of this city, especially if you have little time. It is a charming must-do experience considering the fact that UNESCO declared the canals of the Dutch capital a World Heritage Site.
Amsterdam is, in fact, built on a network of man-made canals that extends and includes over one hundred miles, about 90 islands and 1500 bridges. Excavated in the seventeenth century, in concentric circles around the city, along the canals you will find 1550 monumental buildings. Taking a cruise is definitely a very smart decision that will let you see most of the city’s beautiful landmarks.
Many of these cruises offer an audio guide, so you can listen to the history of Amsterdam in your own language and learn about the important monuments along the route, while you see them from the comfort of the boat. Make the most of the wonderful views on these famous canals with their beautiful and elegant houses, towers and bridges. Do not miss this great opportunity to discover the city at your own pace and in your own time!
Our recommendations in Amsterdam Canals
Blue Boat Company City Canal Cruise With Van Gogh museum
Discover Amsterdam's canals & iconic landmarks on a 75-min cruise. Visit the world's largest Van Gogh collection at the Van Gogh Museum. Book now!
Keukenhof ticket with transfer
Book your tickets for Keukenhof and see the beautiful flower fields with all the colours.
Amsterdam Combo: Rijksmuseum & 1-Hour Canal Cruise
See the extensive art collection of the Rijksmuseum and relax on a 1-hour cruise through the famous canals of Amsterdam.
Amsterdam's Highlights and Local Insights canal cruise
Book this boat cruise for a front row ticket of Amsterdam. Discover city secrets, and VIP views of the Red Light District, Mini Venice, Seven Bridges, and more.
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Blue Boat Company City Canal Cruise With Van Gogh museum
Discover Amsterdam's canals & iconic landmarks on a 75-min cruise. Visit the world's largest Van Gogh collection at the Van Gogh Museum. Book now!
Keukenhof ticket with transfer
Book your tickets for Keukenhof and see the beautiful flower fields with all the colours.
Amsterdam Combo: Rijksmuseum & 1-Hour Canal Cruise
See the extensive art collection of the Rijksmuseum and relax on a 1-hour cruise through the famous canals of Amsterdam.
Amsterdam's Highlights and Local Insights canal cruise
Book this boat cruise for a front row ticket of Amsterdam. Discover city secrets, and VIP views of the Red Light District, Mini Venice, Seven Bridges, and more.
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Madame Tussauds Amsterdam fast-track ticket and one-hour canal cruise
Book your Madame Tussauds wax museum fast-track ticket and one-hour canal cruise to pose with celebrities and discover Amsterdam from the water.
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Amsterdam City Canal Cruise from Hard Rock Cafè
Experience the best of Amsterdam on this 75-minute cruise. See the historical city from the water and admire the beautiful 17th-century buildings lining the canals.
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Johan Cruijff ArenA stadium tour and 1-hour canal cruise
Experience two of Amsterdam's most popular activities with this combo ticket. Enjoy a guided tour of the Johan Cruijff ArenA Stadium and cruise through the UNESCO-listed canal district in Amsterdam for one-hour.
NEMO Science Museum and 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise
Visit the family-oriented NEMO Science Museum and discover the canals of Amsterdam on a 1-hour cruise - included in one combo ticket!
Amsterdam Private Boat Tour with Unlimited Prosecco and Drinks
Book your private boat and explore the canals of Amsterdam with a bunch of friends while sipping on unlimited prosecco.
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Amsterdam pizza cruise with drinks
Explore the highlights of bustling Amsterdam on a canal cruise and enjoy a New York Pizza with drinks while cruising and taking in the surroundings.
Amsterdam canal cruise and Rijksmuseum ticket
Enjoy a 75-minute canal cruise of Amsterdam, along with entrance tickets to see the Rijksmuseum's internationally revered collection.
Amsterdam City Canal Cruise and Moco Museum Entrance Ticket
Enjoy a 75-minute canal cruise, visit the Moco Museum and admire bansky's unique collection.
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How to get there
Amsterdam Canals
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Reviews Amsterdam Canals
“We took the hop on hop off tour and it was very convenient. We made th full circle of all the canals and it had a audio guide for all the important attractions. I would recommend this tour for those who would want to go through the entire canal route.”
