Canal cruises Amsterdam from central station

Amsterdam is a beautiful city with numerous canals, and one of the best ways to explore the city is through a canal cruise. 

Canal cruises from Central Station in Amsterdam are popular among tourists, as they offer an unforgettable experience of discovering the city. 

This article will discuss everything you need about canal cruise tickets for Amsterdam.

1-Hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise from Central Station 

Discover the city of Amsterdam on the water in this sightseeing cruise departing from Central Station. 

Skip-the-line ticket, this Amsterdam Canal cruise is perfect for those wishing to relax and watch the city pass them by. 

Glide under pretty bridges, past 17th-century buildings and landmarks like the Anne Frank House, and learn about the city’s history from the audio guide.

Tour goes through: 

Anne Frank House  

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam 

Magere Brug 

The Amsterdam Dungeon 

Amsterdam Icebar 

Body Worlds

Museum of Prostitution – Red Light Secrets

Heineken Experience 

Red Light district 

Westerkerk 

Van Gogh Museum 

Moco Museum Amsterdam 

The National Maritime Museum 

Hermitage Amsterdam 

NEMO Science Museum 

ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo 

Rijksmuseum 

Tour duration: 1 hour 

Tour timing: 9 am to 10 pm

Number of passengers: 14 

This ticket includes: 

1 hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise 

Audio guide in various languages

Ticket price: 

Age	Ticket prices
Adult ticket (14 to 99 years)	€16
Child ticket (4 to 13 years)	€8

Note: 

• Infants of age 0 to 3 enjoy free entry to the cruise
• Guests should arrive 10 minutes before departure time 

Cruise in Classic Boat with a Live guide, drinks and Dutch Cheese

Cruise down the famous canals of Amsterdam during this 60-minute boat tour and enjoy the marvels of the architecture of the waterfront. 

Enjoy unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks combined with a platter of Dutch cheese! 

Sip your preferred drink and nibble on cheese while viewing the famous city of Amsterdam. 

Tour goes through:

Anne Frank House 

The Jordaan 

Amsterdam Cheese Museum 

Amsterdam Tulip Museum 

Statue of Anne Frank 

Houseboat Museum 

Leiden Square 

Rijksmuseum 

Munt Tower

St. Nicholas Basilica

Museum of Canals

NEMO Science Museum 

Basilica of Saint Nicholas 

Tour timing: 9.30 am to 8 pm

Tour duration: 60 minutes to 75 minutes (from July 1) 

Number of people: 15

Departure point: Anne Frank House (Prinsengracht 263, 1016 GV Amsterdam) or Central Station (Prins Hendrikkade 33A, 1012 TM Amsterdam) 

This ticket includes:

Luxury Amsterdam Canal cruise 

Live guide and skipper 

Dutch cheese 

Unlimited drinks, including soft drinks, wine and beer

Ticket prices: 

Departure Station	Ticket type	Ticket price
Anne Frank House	Adult ticket (11 to 99 years)	€54
Central Station	Child ticket (3 to 10 years)	€22

Note: 

• Children below the age of 3 years enjoy free cruise ride
• Confirmation for the Canal Cruise is sent at the time of booking 
• The minimum drinking age is 18 and passengers need to carry ID
• Service animals are permitted on the boat

Open Boat Canal Cruise with Live guide and bar

This is a one-hour long open boat cruise with a live bar! 

Glide through Amsterdam in style aboard this electric luxury boat that takes you and a small group around the canals. 

Enjoy a peaceful and quiet ride while basking in the wondrous sights offered by the historic city of Amsterdam. 

And, in case the weather gets chilly, cozy up with warm blankets and a beer from the cash bar on the boat!

Tour goes through:

Jordaan

Prinsengracht 

Amsterdam Cheese Museum 

Bloemgracht 

Anne Frank House 

Westerkerk

Spiegelkwartier

Houseboat Museum 

Leiden Square

Blue bridge 

Rijksmuseum 

South Church 

Rembrandtplein

Museum of the Canals

Amsterdam Tulip Museum

Tour timing: 10.30 am to 8 pm 

Number of people: 14

Meeting point: Anne Frank House (Prinsengracht 263, 1016 GV Amsterdam) or Central Station (Prins Hendrikkade 33A, 1012 TM Amsterdam)  

This ticket includes:

• Live guide and private skipper
• Unique luxury boating experience
• Amiable environment, a small group of people
• Blankets are offered
• Drinks that can be purchased

Ticket prices: 

Age	Ticket price
Adult ticket (11 to 99 years)	€22
Child ticket (3 to 10 years)	€13

Note: 

• Children below the age of 3 years do not require a ticket
• The boats allow strollers and service animals 
• Ticket confirmation is sent at the time of booking 

Private family canal cruise 

This is a 90-minute family canal cruise that takes you through the top landmarks of the city!

Listen to informative commentary from the captain and learn about the Dutch capital’s history and modern-day attractions. 

This tour is perfect for first-time visitors as it provides a preamble of what you can expect the see in Amsterdam, with useful tips. 

This tour can be customized according to your family’s preferences!

Tour timing: 10 am to 10 pm 

Tour duration: 1.5 hours 

Number of passengers: 10

Departure point: Prinsengracht 397, 1016 DN Amsterdam

This ticket includes: 

• Private Amsterdam Canal Cruise 
• Live commentary 
• Certified skipper 

Ticket price

Number of adult participants (5 to 99 years)	Ticket price
1	€210
2	€105
3	€70
4	€53
5	€42
6 to 10	€35

Note:  Tour confirmation will be received during the time of booking

Evening Amsterdam Canal Cruise 

In this evening Amsterdam canal cruise, you will discover picturesque canal houses, colorful neighborhoods, and historical monuments in the city center.

Sit back, relax, and enjoy the cruise with audio commentary in 19 languages.

The cruise lasts around 1 hour and takes you via the lit-up and lively streets, illuminating the buildings in a warm glow!

Tour duration: 1 hour

Tour timing: 6.30 pm to 9 pm 

Meeting point: Prins Hendrikkade 25, 1012 TM Amsterdam

This ticket includes: 

1 hour evening Amsterdam Canal cruise from central station

Ticket price

Age	Ticket price
Adult ticket (14 to 99 years)	€16
Child ticket (4 to 13 years)	€8

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Note: Kids below the age of 3 do not require a ticket for this cruise and need to sit on an adult’s lap

3-Course Dinner Cruise

On this dinner cruise, you will experience the city of Amsterdam during the night time while enjoying a good meal. 

Savor a freshly prepared meal paired with wine, and experience the famous landmarks of Amsterdam. 

You will be able to see the merchant houses and former warehouses of the Canal Belt and the beautiful Magere Brug. 

• Merchant houses
• Canal Belt
• Skinny Bridge 
• Anne Frank House 
• Westerkerk
• Singel

Tour timing: 7.30 pm 

Tour duration: 2 hours

Meeting point: Prins Hendrikkade 25, 1012 TM Amsterdam

The ticket includes

• 2-hour canal cruise
• Drinks like beer, wine and soft drinks 
• 3-course dinner 
• Homemade Pomodoro soup for a starter
• Meat, fish and vegan option for the main course

Ticket price

Age	Ticket price
Adult ticket (3 to 99 years)	€70

(Tickets Currently Unavailable)

Note: Kids younger than 3 years of age do not require a ticket 

From Amsterdam: Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans tour 

Discover the 18th-century lifestyle in Zaanse Schans and cruise around the canal village of Giethoorn by electric boat.

A professional guide will accompany you throughout the day, and you will learn about Zaanse Schans and Giethoorn. 

On this day trip, visit the open-air museum with the cheese farm, clog factory, and more. 

Then, embark on a canal cruise through Giethoorn and witness the Dutch village’s small canals, beautiful houses, and cobbled stone lanes. 

Take the extra time after your trip to walk or bike along the marrow footpaths of the village or learn how to drive the “whisper boat.” 

Tour goes through: 

• Central Station 
• Zaanse Schans
• Cheese farm 
• Clog factory 
• Diamond museum 
• Bakery museum 
• Kuiper Jo 
• Giethoorn 

Tour duration: 9 hours 

Tour timing: 9.30 am 

Departure point: Prins Hendrikkade 59-72, 1012 AD Amsterdam

This ticket includes: 

• 1 hour guided boat trip 
• Professional Guide
• Entrance tickets 
• Tour coach or van 

Ticket price: 

Age	Ticket price
Adult ticket (0 to 99 years)	€119

(Tickets Currently Unavailable)

Note:  Passengers should arrive 15 minutes before the tour timing 

Giethoorn Village day trip from Amsterdam with a boat ride in Giethoorn

On this day tour, you will have the opportunity to visit the car-free village of Giethoorn. 

Admire Giethoorn’s farmhouses, canals, and bridges from a traditional perspective gained from the professional guide!

Enjoy a canal cruise and drive past polders and dams before heading back to central Amsterdam. 

Pick and drop-off is included in this day trip to the Dutch village of Giethoorn. 

The tour goes through:

• North Holland Province 
• Giethoorn 
• Bovenwijdte 
• Amsterdam

Tour timing: 11 am

Tour duration: 8 hours

Meeting point: Prins Hendrikkade 59-72, 1012 AD Amsterdam

This ticket includes:

• 1-hour boat cruise in Giethoorn 
• Expert guide 

Ticket price: 

Age	Ticket price
Adult ticket (2 to 88 years)	€95

Note: 

• Children below the age of 2 can participate in this tour for free
• Confirmation of the tour is sent during the time of booking 
• An adult must accompany children 
• Tourists should arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the tour timing

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