Amsterdam Canals

Amsterdam Canal cruises and tours

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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!

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Amsterdam's Highlights and Local Insights canal cruise
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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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Amsterdam Canal Cruise from Rijksmuseum
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Amsterdam Canal Cruise from Rijksmuseum

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Enchanting and historic landmarks Amsterdam cruise
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Enchanting and historic landmarks Amsterdam cruise

Book your Enchanting and historic landmarks Amsterdam Cruise to float along the Royal Streets, cruise to the oldest district in town, pass by many historic landmarks such as the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, Amstel, 7 Bridges, de Wallen and many more, plus enjoy a welcome drink.

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Amsterdam XtraCold Icebar entrance ticket and 1-hour canal cruise
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Amsterdam XtraCold Icebar entrance ticket and 1-hour canal cruise

Book your XtraCold Icebar entrance ticket and 1-hour canal cruise in Amsterdam with to experience two of the city's coolest attractions.

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Amsterdam pizza cruise with drinks
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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.

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Amsterdam open boat canal cruise
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Amsterdam open boat canal cruise

See Amsterdam canals from an open boat. This small, intimate and uncovered boat lets you get up close and personal with Amsterdam.

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Amsterdam premium canal cruise in an open boat with all drinks included
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Amsterdam premium canal cruise in an open boat with all drinks included

Get on board a comfortable open boat and sail along the canals of Amsterdam during a 1-hour cruise while sipping on unlimited drinks.

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Amsterdam Combo: Rijksmuseum & 1-Hour Canal Cruise
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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.

Duration up to 24 hours
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Amsterdam city canal cruise from Hard Rock Cafè
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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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Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise from Central Station
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Amsterdam Light Festival Cruise from Central Station

Embark on a canal cruise during the Amsterdam Light Festival. Admire light artworks and learn about them through an audio guide. Book now!

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Amsterdam City Canal Cruise and Moco Museum Entrance Ticket
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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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Gray Line Canal Cruise with with snackbox & MOCO Museum
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Gray Line Canal Cruise with with snackbox & MOCO Museum

Take a boat tour of Amsterdam's famous UNESCO World Heritage canals and enter the MOCO Museum and view a wide range of modern and contemporary art.

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Amsterdam Canals

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Anonymous, Mar 14, 2016
4/5
Anonymous, Feb 18, 2016

“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.”

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Anonymous, Feb 08, 2016
4/5
Anonymous, Dec 23, 2015
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