Canal cruises
Amsterdam is sometimes referred to as 'Venice of the North'. 100 km of canals (grachten in Dutch) divide the city into smaller islands, connected by beautiful historic bridges. The most famous canals are the Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht.Discover Amsterdam from the water
A canal tour is a great way to view the city from a different angle. The canals were created centuries ago and were often used for transporting goods.Daytime canal cruises and evening canal cruises (or "candlelight cruises") operate throughout the year. Reservations are not required for individuals. Prices vary from approx. €7.50 for children and €10 for adults for a daytime cruise to approx. €145 for a luxurious dinner cruise.
Departures
In the Central Station area:Holland International
opposite Central Station. Prices: €12.50 (adults) / €6.25 (children)Rederij Lovers
opposite Central Station. Prices: €12 (adults) / €6 (children)Meyers Rondvaarten
Damrak, moorings 4-5. Prices: €8.50 (adults) / €3.75 (children)Reederij Plas
Damrak, moorings 1-3. Prices: €8.50 (adults) / €5 (children)
In the Rijksmuseum area:
Amsterdam Canal Cruises Nic. Witsenkade 1a (opposite Heineken Experience). Prices: €12 (adults) / €8 (children 5-12 years). Duration: 75 min. Daily every hour from 9.00-17.00 hrs.
Rederij Boekel opposite Nassaukade 380 (in summer only). Prices: €8.50 (adults) / €5 (children)
Blue Boat Company Stadhouderskade 25, opposite Park Hotel. Prices: €12 (adults); €6 (children). Duration cruise: 75 minutes
In the Muntplein area:
Rederij Kooij opposite Rokin 125. Prices: €8.50 (adults) / €5 (children)
A canal cruise through the Amsterdam canals is very popular among tourists. Last year 3.1 million people made a tour.
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