Day Cruises in Amsterdam

If you've only got a short time to see the best of Amsterdam and its surrounds then opt for an activity-packed tour that combines guided sightseeing with the flexibility of independent travel. This tour, which provides a great overview of Holland for first-time visitors, includes a visit to the windmills and cheese factories of Zaanse Schans; an admission ticket for the virtual reality This Is Holland experience; and a cruise on the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring.

Discover hidden corners in Amsterdam's scenic waterways unreachable by many boats on this 1-hour canal cruise. Aboard a solar-powered vessel, hear tales with your audio-guide while snapping photos of the historical waterfront sights. Pass highlights such as the Anne Frank House and the Golden Bend district with its grand manor houses. A variety of departure times makes this a convenient sightseeing activity.

Avoid waiting in a long line with fast-track access to Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum, then unwind after a busy day's sightseeing on a canal cruise. Take advantage of the combined deal to save money and tick off 2 popular city attractions. Learn about Holland's history and culture as you explore the national museum, and benefit from audio commentary for insight into landmarks as you cruise the iconic canals.

Head to Amsterdam Icebar Xtracold, where you're treated to a welcome drink plus two Smirnoff cocktails or Heineken beers - your choice - while relaxing in a frosty bar where everything, even your drinking glass, is made of ice! Continue this totally 'cool' experience by taking a 1-hour canal sightseeing cruise on a luxury glass-topped boat. It's the best way to see Amsterdam's top highlights.

Absorb the canal-front sights of Amsterdam on a leisurely 75-minute sightseeing cruise. Take a seat in a comfortable, glass-topped boat, and enjoy the views as you glide along the city's UNESCO World Heritage-listed canals and listen to the informative audio commentary. Drift by top Amsterdam attractions such as the Anne Frank House and City Hall, and drink in the gabled townhouses, bridges and leafy canalsides from the peaceful vantage point of the water. A relaxing way to get to know the pretty Dutch capital for first-time visitors.

Explore Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canals at your own pace with a 90-minute pedal boat rental. Explore the labyrinth of waterways at your leisure, stopping to snap photos of picturesque bridges and sights like the Anne Frank House. If you wish, combine your four-passenger pedal boat ride with admission to one of two top Amsterdam attractions: the Heineken Experience or the House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience.

Enjoy a quintessential Amsterdam experience as you cruise around the city's famous canal ways. Hop aboard a nostalgic 1960's lifeboat for a private 1.5-hour cruise and drift through the Herengracht, Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht districts. Sip a cool beer or a glass of Prosecco, and nibble on snacks as you spot city landmarks like the Old Port, the Skinny Bridge and the notorious Red Light District.

 Ensure a relaxing Sunday in Amsterdam immersing yourself in culture and history. First, listen to well-loved works performed by top musicians in the Royal Concertgebouw, one of the world's top concert venues. Choose an afternoon time that works for you to cruise the waters of Amsterdam's iconic canals, seeing both the historic past and modern buildings of the city.

Enjoy a day away from the capital on a tour to Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Edam, with a complimentary city canal cruise ticket included. Gain insight into rural Holland from on-board commentary as you cruise between attractions with ease via air-conditioned vehicle. Benefit from free time to explore the Dutch countryside at your own pace, then unwind after sightseeing with a calm cruise on UNESCO-listed waterways.

Enjoy a scenic cruise through Amsterdam's historic city center, a UNESCO heritage site. Among the beautiful synagogues of Amsterdam's Jewish neighborhood, your ticket gives you access to 5 locations in the Jewish Cultural Quarter. You decide which activity to do first. If you are looking for an enriching cultural experience, and want to save time and money, this package is ideal.

With the hop-on hop-off Boat Day Pass, enjoy an easy overview of Amsterdam at a pace that suits you. Step aboard boats that operate along Amsterdam's canals and track the tour routes of the Green Line and Orange Line. While on board, listen to engaging commentary on the city and sights you see along the way. Choose between a 24- or 48-hour pass, and get on and off at 7 to 9 stops (depending on the season) as often as you like.

No visit to Amsterdam is complete without a cruise on the city's UNESCO World Heritage-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring. During this 1-hour sightseeing cruise, you'll glide past top attractions such as the Anne Frank House (Anne Frankhuis) and Magere Brug, best known as the skinny bridge. As well as your cruise ticket, you'll also be able to enjoy a sweet or savoury pancake and drink at a local restaurant before or after your cruise.

Experience a canal cruise and the treasures of Amsterdam's Rijksmuseum in one day with this money-saving, combination ticket. Drink in the sights of Amsterdam's UNESCO-protected canals on a 75-minute cruise, passing stately 17th-century townhouses, bridges, churches and tree-lined cobbled streets. Couple your cruise with skip-the-line access to the spectacular Rijksmuseum, a showcase of Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages to the present. Breeze past the main entrance lines and explore the collections as you wish, seeing masterpieces such as Rembrandt's 'Night Watch' and fascinating exhibitions on Dutch history.

Enjoy a 1-hour ride on the exclusive TripAdvisor TripMaximizer Canal Cruise in Amsterdam. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage-listed canals of Amsterdam on the scenic TripAdvisor TripMaximizer sightseeing cruise. Travel in a luxury, glass-topped canal boat and enjoy pre-recorded commentary in 19 languages while admiring Amsterdam's highlights. While cruising, enjoy some great photo opportunities of Amsterdam's historical spots such as the old city gates, bridges, churches, ancient merchant houses and towers. This is a perfect tour for first-time visitors! This exclusive canal cruise takes you past the city's water-side highlights, all highly rated by the TripAdvisor global travel community.

From the peaceful atmosphere of a luxury, glass-enclosed boat, enjoy the highlights of Amsterdam along its UNESCO-listed canals during this 1-hour cruise. Hear narrated commentary on the sites along the way, including the Anne Frank House, the Golden Bend, the Reguliersgracht and the Skinny Bridge. With a variety of departure times available, this picturesque and comprehensive overview by water is easy to fit into your day of sightseeing.

See the historic harbor and fishing village of Volendam and discover former island Marken on a boat tour that's been running for over 80 years. Enjoy the beautiful coastline of the former Zuiderzee area and learn all about the region's history and development with an audio guide (English/Dutch). Enjoy a coffee and apple pie on the boat's sun terrace during your crossing. Take your bike on the boat for a small fee, determine your own track and speed and explore each destination. An experience that you will never forget and that is suitable for any age and all weather conditions.

Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canals are the postcard star of the Dutch capital, and a canal cruise is the quintessential experience for first-time visitors. Glide down the waterways on a traditional salonboat on this 1.5-hour small-group cruise, and admire landmarks like the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum and Amsterdam Opera House.

Home to some of the world's most iconic Van Gogh paintings, Amsterdam's Van Gogh museum attracts lines often in excess of two hours. Beat the crowds with this admission ticket that also includes a 1-hour canal cruise, during which you'll get unobstructed views of Amsterdam's waterside attractions. This stress-free combo ticket is an ideal choice for first-time visitors with limited time in the Dutch capital.

Discover the beautiful city of Amsterdam, known as the "˜Venice of the North,' from the water on this 1-hour sightseeing cruise. After reserving your preferred departure time, skip past any lines and set off on the UNESCO-listed waterways aboard a glass-topped canal boat. Glide under pretty bridges, past 17th-century buildings and landmarks such as the Skinny Bridge and Anne Frank House, and learn about the city's history from the audio guide. Upgrade your canal cruise with admission to Amsterdam's top attractions, such as Body Worlds Amsterdam or Rijksmuseum.

Secure advance tickets to two of Amsterdam's most popular attractions, and save more than a quarter on admission costs when you book simultaneously. Hop aboard a canal boat and cruise along the city's UNESCO-listed waterways. See landmarks like the Anne Frank House and Westerkerk, and learn more about the sights from your audio guide. Then, discover the kooky attractions at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Amsterdam, where you'll have priority access, plus free time to explore at your leisure.