amsterdam canal cruise rijksmuseum

All Inclusive Canal Cruise Rijksmuseum

An all inclusive canal cruise with captain jack..

Departure location: Museumbrug 2, Amsterdam

Boats:  Fully electric open boats!

Including : Live skipper/English guide.

Sightseeing : Cruise along the “UNESCO” Heritage canals

Bar : Heineken beer, wines and soft drinks included in the price!

All ages welcome!

Infants 5-11

Friends and family canal tour.

If you are here to enjoy your holiday in Amsterdam, you don’t want to go into those overcrowded canal boats. Ride with us instead!

With a small group on a fully electric boat, you will see and hear even more than on those “glass busses”. Due to the fact that most of us have children of our own, we also have a lot of experience with children and family trips. So come with the family or friends, it is all good with us!

I have added a picture of the boat. Only when it is dry and sunny I might add an open boat. 

You can join us on the most relaxing, cozy and fun boat ride through the canals of Amsterdam. This is not just any boat ride. It will be one where we will be Indulging you with stories, history, and a lot of humor. 

Experience a unique view of the City that is a Unesco World Heritage.

Amsterdam has been on the Unesco Heritage list for over 25 years now (1996). And we think that it absolutely deserves it to be on this list. The best kept city center in the world. And we have the privilege to show you around and tell you about the amazing history of the city.

During the tour you will get to know Amsterdam and so much more. We know a lot about this beautiful city, which we’ll of course tell you all about. We will tell you about a lot things you might not even know about. Like  Brouwerij de Preal  and  Brouwerij ‘t IJ , two of the best breweries from Amsterdam. And for the kids one of the most exciting museums of Amsterdam  the Nemo .

Making new Friends.

Besides that you will get to know us and you will ride with guests from all over the world. And they all speak English.

Get to know France, India, Spain, Andora, Italy, US and so much more while you’re at it. It truly is the experience of a lifetime. And because we are your host for the whole tour, we will entertain you with amazing facts, and funny and exciting stories.

But most of all, we hope to provide the most relaxing and cozy setting possible so you’re sure to really enjoy it.

I am 100% sure you and your family and friends will have a great time. You will love it!

I do this tour with my amazing friends. They are awesome captains.

Meeting point

Right in front of the Rijksmuseum we will start. There is an cute little dock where I start from.

To make sure you can find us. If you are standing in front of the  Rijksmuseum . With your back to the rijksmuseum. There is a bridge in front of you. Left there is a ticket office of another canal cruise company. On the right side you will find us. You can also look for the huge lamppost signs

Captain Jack Amsterdam

Museumbrug 1, 1017 RL Amsterdam

Where do we meet?

Spots waar wij langsvaren.

Skipper Jack

7 Best Canal Tours From Rijksmuseum You Won’t Want To Miss In 2024

Ready to book the best canal cruise near rijksmuseum.

You are in the right place because the top 7 Amsterdam canal tours near Rijksmuseum are all featured here. How do I know they are the best?  I have lived in the Netherlands since 2013  and have been on many boat tours to share the most detailed insider information with my readers. All you have to do is  book your Amsterdam canal tour and enjoy !

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Amsterdam Luxury Electric Boat With Live Guide And Onboard Bar

⭐️ Rating: 4.9/5.0 ⏳ Tour Length: 1 hr 👀 Max Guests: 30 🎟 Check Rates and Availability

I have tried many boat trips in Amsterdam , but this one is our favorite.

This tour comes with a live guide, so the guests will stay energized and can even ask as many questions as they like during the tour. During the trip, the live guide was passionate and shared the Amsterdam stories with the guests in a funny way. It was an enjoyable ride!

I tried the boat tour with an audio guide before, and the experience was terrible. It could have been more satisfying, so if you want a fun boat trip, join the one with a live guide!

After visiting Rijksmuseum, I could easily find the meeting point. Besides the live guide, the vibe was super cozy, and I could have a lovely ride.

I love taking canal cruises to see more of the Amsterdam canals. This 1-hour tour only stays in the canal rings, while the big boat companies, like Lovers , also take you to the IJ River. This one-hour boat trip is well-spent and worth the money!

If you want to take the tour near Rijksmuseum, pick Museumbrug 4 as your meeting point. Note that departure from Rijksmuseum is only available from March to November.

Good-Vibe-Only Cruise With Drinks And Snacks Near Rijksmuseum

⭐️ Rating: 4.9/5.0 ⏳ Tour Length: 1.5 hr 👀 Max Guests: 20 🎟 Check Rates and Availability

Looking for a boat tour with drinks and snacks departing from Rijksmuseum? Pick this tour.

This is a good-vibe-only cruise with food departing from Rijksmuseum . In contrast, all the others depart from Anne Frank House or Amsterdam Central Station.

The boat has a live guide and local bites, alcohol and non-alcohol drinks. Enjoy the fantastic Amsterdam canal views, houses, and iconic landmarks in an open electric boat while savoring snacks and beverages.

The trip is around 90 minutes, so the guide will take you exploring the east side of Amsterdam, and you will see a much less touristic Amsterdam. If you believe a one-hour boat tour needs to be longer, hop on this tour!

Traveling with a family? It is not a problem; it is also a family-friendly cruise. Smoking is never allowed!

You can join this trip all year round; book your tickets now. Be sure to arrive early, as the team cannot wait for more than 5 minutes due to the busy traffic at the dock.

Please note that this tour only has open boats; if you are worried about the rain or wind, you can consider this boat tour.

Canal Cruise With Live Guide And Unlimited Drinks + Bites

⭐️ Rating: 4.7/5.0 ⏳ Tour Length: 1.5 hr 🎟 Check Rates and Availability

Our Captain Ono made this a fun and educational canal cruise. There was plenty of drinks and food for everyone, he even provided special treats for the kids on board. Overall great experience, Onno was very knowledgeable and entertaining. Would highly recommend for anyone visiting Amsterdam. Ken, United Kingdom ( Check out the review )

If you will be traveling to Amsterdam between November and March and are worried about the weather, this tour might be for you.

The tour has unlimited drinks and local bites, but it offers closed and heated boats in autumn and winter, so you can still enjoy your trip as planned!

Small-Group Saloon Boat Canal Cruise With Historical And Personal Touch

⭐️ Rating: 5.0/5.0 ⏳ Tour Length: 1.5 hr 👀 Max Guests: 20 🎟 Check Rates and Availability

This small-Group Saloon Boat Canal Cruise gives a in-depth historical and personal touch to your Amsterdam canal cruise experience, as you will have professional guide sharing everything about Amsterdam on a unique restored Amsterdam Canal Limousine electric boat from 1928.

This is the only opportunity where you can join a boat tour like this, they only take up to 12 guests per tour, which makes it even more special.

Join this tour to have an canal experience like no other.

Comfortable Boat Cruise With Audio Guide

⭐️ Rating: 4.2/5.0 ⏳ Tour Length: 1 hr 🎟 Check Rates and Availability

This boat tour departs right in front of the Rijksmuseum main building.

I took this tour last March during my one-day trip to Amsterdam .

Did I like it?

It was fun but not my favorite since it was a big boat, not as entertaining as I expected, and had no live guide. Still, it might be perfect for people who value comfortableness.

This tour suits people who want a comfortable boat trip because it has a heating system, gives more personal space, and ensures the guests won’t get wet on a rainy day.

I recommend grabbing this tour if you want to take a big boat because fewer people get on the ship at Rijksmuseum.

If this tour is for you, click the book button below!

Combination Deal: Canal Cruise + Museum Tickets

⭐️ Rating: 4.0/5.0 ⏳ Tour Length: 1 hr 15min 🎟 Check Rates and Availability

Suppose you’d like to get on a comfortable boat with more personal space, a heating system, and a not-wet policy on a rainy day. In that case, you can also consider a canal cruise combination deal.

A combo deal offers visiting museums or attractions, like Van Gogh Museum, Rijksmuseum, and Heineken Experience, at a much more affordable price.

If it sounds excellent, reserve your tickets now if they are sold out!

Pedal Boat Tour, Perfect For Families With Kids

⭐️ Rating: 4.2/5.0 ⏳ Tour Length: 1hr to 1.5hr 🎟 Check Rates and Availability

Are you visiting Amsterdam in the Summer with your kids? Try pedal boat!

You can explore the Amsterdam canals independently at your own pace; how cool that is!

The meeting point is just right across the street from Rijksmuseum. You can enjoy your fun at ease with the kids!

Final Thoughts: Best Canal Tours Near Rijksmuseum

This post shares insider information for the canal cruises departing from Rijksmuseum; if price is the critical factor for your trip, you should consider this very affordable canal cruise leaving from Amsterdam Central Station !

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Afvaart vanaf het Anne Frank Huis, het Centraal Station of het Rijksmuseum

• Duur: 1 uur
• Legendarische boottocht
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Afvaart vanaf het Anne Frank Huis of het Centraal Station

• Leer meer over geschiedenis en geheimen van Amsterdam
• Geniet van onbeperkt bier, wijn, fris en echte Hollandse kaas

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Vertrek vanaf Centraal Station

• Ervaar Amsterdam in Volle Bloei
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• Ontdek het centrum van Amsterdam
• Onbeperkt bier, wijn & frisdrank

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Vertrek vanaf Rijksmuseum

• Inclusief 1 bier uit de Heineken® portfolio
• Prachtige uitzichten en heerlijk bier

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• Ontdek romantisch Amsterdam
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Flagship Amsterdam Canal Cruise Boat Tours

Bekijk onze korte video waarin we je een indruk geven van een rondvaart met Flagship Amsterdam. Geniet van de zon en ontspan op een prachtige open sloep of klassieke salonboot, met een drankje in je hand (ja, er is een bar aan boord met bier, wijn, fris en cocktails)!

Leer meer over de rijke handelsgeschiedenis, cultuur en beroemde bezienswaardigheden van Amsterdam. Boek nu snel en eenvoudig jouw rondvaart in Amsterdam !

Bereken de prijs voor jouw privévaart

Vul jouw gewenste opties in en vraag direct een offerte aan

Met hoeveel personen kom je varen?

Op wat voor type boot wil je graag varen.

Tot 35 personen , incl. schipper, 100% elektrisch

Salonboot klein

Tot 20 personen , incl. schipper, 100% elektrisch

Salonboot middelgroot

Tot 30 personen , incl. schipper, 100% elektrisch

Salonboot groot

Tot 75 personen , incl. schipper en hostess

Hoe lang willen jullie varen?

Waar wil je opstappen, binnen stadscentrum.

Boten vertrekken vanaf Oosterdokskade 8

Buiten stadscentrum

Er kunnen extra kosten van toepassing zijn

Willen jullie wat drinken aan boord?

Frisdrankpakket.

Frisdrank, water, ijs

Basis pakket

Heineken bier, witte en rode wijn, rosé, frisdrank, Spa water, ijs

Medium pakket

Basis pakket + Prosecco

Luxe pakket

Basis pakket + Prosecco, sterke drank (Vodka, Rum, Whiskey en Gin)

Willen jullie ook wat komen eten aan boord? * Meerdere opties mogelijk

Borrelplank.

Voor 10 personen , bevat o.a. kaas, worst, nootjes, olijven, tapenades

Bittergarnituur koud

8 stuks per portie , bevat o.a. oude en jonge kaas, droge worst

Bittergarnituur warm

8 stuks per portie , mix van vlees en vega, incl. sauzen

Keuze uit verschillende pizza’s, vlees en vega

Huisgemaakte burger met sla, mayonaise, ketchup, augurk en ui

Luxe sandwiches

Divers belegde sandwiches, 2 per persoon

Barbecue incl. chef

Uitgebreid vleesaanbod, incl. salades, sauzen, stokbrood en kruidenboter

Hoeveel van deze personen zijn vegetarisch?

* Alle genoemde prijzen zijn exclusief BTW ** De genoemde prijzen zijn ter indicatie. Echte prijzen kunnen afwijken afhankelijk van de situatie

Wil je een offerte aanvragen?

Spreekt deze prijsindicatie jou aan? Vul dan snel onderstaande gegevens in, dan nemen wij zo snel mogelijk contact met je op.

Prijsindicatie

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Privérondvaarten

Wil jij een unieke privé rondvaart door de Amsterdamse grachten? Kies één van onze arrangementen en stap aan boord!

Privé boot Borrelboot

• Privésloep met schipper
• Unieke 100% elektrische sloep
• Onbeperkt bier, wijn en fris (ijskoud!)
• Unieke ervaring met vrienden en familie.

Privé boot Pizza & Drinks Boot

• Rondvaart met pizza
• Unieke ervaring met vrienden en familie

Privé boot Drinks & Snacks Boot

• Luxe borrel plateau
• 100% genieten van bier, wijn en fris (ijskoud!)

Privé boot BBQ Boot

• Compleet verzorgde barbecue
• Onbeperkt bier, wijn en fris

Privé boot Burger & Drinks Boot

• Rondvaart met burgers en drankjes

Privé boot Prosecco Boot

• Écht ontspannen op het water
• Inclusief een fles prosecco per persoon
• Perfect uitje met vrienden

Op zoek naar meer leuke activiteiten?

Kijk wat Nederland te bieden heeft!

Ontvang doorgaans dezelfde dag nog reactie op je aanvraag!

Extra ervaringen in Nederland

Ontdek een variatie aan activiteiten in Nederland buiten de grachten van Amsterdam. Van het verkennen van kleurrijke tulpenvelden tot het bezoeken van historische windmolens in de Zaanse Schans, en van ontspannen fietstochten tot onverwachte wandelavonturen. Onze aanbevelingen komen tegemoet aan alle interesses en zorgen ervoor dat je op een ultieme manier toerist in eigen land bent.

• Wandel-, fiets- en bustochten in Nederland.
• Interactieve ervaringen

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Publieke experience Rondvaart + Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

• 60 minuten luxe rondvaart met bar
• Toegangskaart Madame Tussauds Amsterdam
• Geweldige dag in Amsterdam

Publieke experience Rondvaart Giethoorn & Wandeltour

Vertrek uit Amsterdam

• Rustgevende rondvaart
• Inclusief wandeltocht
• Van Amsterdam naar Giethoorn per luxe touringcar

Publieke experience Zaanse Schans Wandeltour

• Zie hoe de beroemde Nederlandse klompen worden gemaakt
• Gratis digitale wandelgids
• Bezoek een kaasboerderij voor een gratis proeverij

Publieke experience Fietstocht door het platteland

• Duur: 3,5 uur
• Geniet van het Nederlandse platteland
• Een goede Nederlandse fiets met 3 versnellingen en handremmen

Publieke experience Anne Frank Wandeltour

• Duur: 2 uur
• Unieke route met verhalen door de stad
• Virtual Reality ervaring van het Anne Frank Huis

Publieke experience Fietstour door Amsterdam

• Duur: 2,5 uur
• Ontdek het erfgoed en landschap van Amsterdam

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• Verkoop start in januari 2025
• Onvergetelijke ervaring

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Wat anderen vinden van Flagship Amsterdam

Prachtige rondvaart, schitterende boot, uitmuntende service.

"Een dagje uit met familie in Amsterdam - een prachtige stad als je rondloopt maar je ziet pas mooi het is vanaf het water! Giel en Carrie waren super en zorgden voor een goede, ontspannen sfeer aan boord met leuke verhaaltjes over Amsterdam. Bedankt voor een onvergetelijk uurtje op de Amsterdamse grachten!"

Zeer mooie rondvaart

"Dit is de rondvaart die u zou moeten nemen! Waarom zou u kiezen voor een van die standaard rondvaartboten wanneer u deze zou kunnen kiezen !! Super relaxed. Het was zo leuk! Ik kan dit ten zeerste aanbevelen."

Geweldige ervaring

"We huurden een grote boot voor tijdens Gaypride en we hadden zo’n enorm goede ervaring! De boot was perfect, op een geweldige plek, en ... werken met Eduke was geweldig. Hij was ZO aardig en geduldig met ons, en betrouwbaar."

Veelgestelde vragen over de canal cruise in Amsterdam

De prijzen voor een canal cruise in Amsterdam variëren, want dit hangt af van de door jou gekozen tour en locatie. Tickets zijn al verkrijgbaar vanaf € 19,95 per persoon, inclusief schipper en host.

Een canal cruise in Amsterdam duurt meestal rond de 60 minuten. In deze tijd vaar je langs mooie bezienswaardigheden en monumentale panden in hartje Amsterdam.

Bij een canal cruise beleef je Amsterdam vanaf een prachtige sloep, of salonboot waarmee je door de – op de Werelderfgoedlijst van UNESCO vermelde – grachten vaart. Zo kom je langs de Magere Brug en de indrukwekkende Gouden Bocht.

Vanaf waar vertrekt de vaartocht?

Opstaplocaties canal cruise Amsterdam

Tripadvisor reikt een Travellers’ Choice Award uit aan accommodaties, attracties en restaurants die consistent geweldige reizigersbeoordelingen ontvangen en tot de beste 10% van gelegenheden op Tripadvisor behoren. Wij zijn enorm vereerd dat gebruikers van Tripadvisor Flagship Amsterdam als #1 in de Top Overall Experiences in de wereld hebben beoordeeld. Door reizigers en Tripadvisor beschreven als ‘de beste activiteiten ter wereld’. Wij willen iedereen bedanken die een positieve review over ons heeft achtergelaten!

Wat houdt dat in, een Travellers’ Choice Award voor Flagship Amsterdam? Gasten die een canal cruise Amsterdam of boat tour Amsterdam hebben gedaan bij Flagship Amsterdam, hebben deze uitmuntend beoordeeld. Met meer dan 38.000 5-sterren beoordelingen garanderen we dat je een onvergetelijke boottocht zult beleven. Bootje varen Amsterdam is het ideale uitje wanneer jij een dagje de hoofdstad bezoekt, maar ook als je er al langer woont en de stad graag vanaf het water wilt ontdekken. Wil je een privéboot huren? Lees meer over bootverhuur Amsterdam !

De stad vanaf het water

Amsterdam is rijk aan meer dan 100 kilometer aan grachten en meer dan 1500 bruggen. Tijdens de Gouden Eeuw zijn veel van de grachten gebouwd, waaronder de populaire Herengracht, Prinsengracht en Keizersgracht. De grachten van Amsterdam zijn uniek en staan op de UNESCO Werelderfgoedlijst. Een Amsterdam boat tour leent zich perfect voor het bewonderen van het symbool van de hoofdstad vanaf het water.

Wist je dat de grachten om meerdere redenen ontzettend belangrijk waren en nog steeds zijn voor Amsterdam? Dankzij de grachten bleven gebouwen droog, konden handelaren gemakkelijker goederen door de stad vervoeren en kon de stad beter verdedigd worden. Tegenwoordig zijn de wateren nog steeds populair onder toeristen, bijvoorbeeld onze canal cruise Amsterdam of onze private boat tour. Het geeft je een unieke kijk op de karakteristieke grachtenpanden, van elegante herenhuizen op de Keizersgracht tot verbouwde pakhuizen op de Brouwersgracht. Onze ervaren en lokale schippers vertellen je daar de leukste weetjes over.

De vele groene bomen en romantische bruggen geven een zacht karakter aan de binnenstad. De Magere Brug wordt in de avond prachtig uitgelicht, is versierd met hangende bloembakken en geparkeerde fietsen en is bestempeld als de meest romantische plek van Amsterdam. Het is zeker de moeite waard om hier een foto van te maken als je er langs vaart met onze canal cruise Amsterdam. Een andere fotowaardige brug is die op de hoek van de Reguliersgracht en de Herengracht. En dat is niet omdat de brug zelf zo mooi is, maar omdat het je een prachtig uitzicht geeft op 15 bruggen en vele grachtenpanden die strak tegen het water aan staan. Een ander fotomomentje is de Gouden Bocht met de mooiste grachtenpanden van Amsterdam. Onze boat tour Amsterdam vaart er samen met jou langs!

Een unieke rondvaart in Amsterdam

Bij Flagship Amsterdam bieden we jou een unieke ervaring op de Amsterdamse grachten. Onze lokale schippers en gezellige hosts staan voor je klaar tijdens publieke rondvaarten. Met de luxe salonboot rondvaart met kaas en wijn vaar je langs vele bezienswaardigheden in het centrum en leer je over de geschiedenis en geheimen van Amsterdam! Het arrangement met wijn en een kaasplankje is een echte aanrader, volgens vele reizigers op Tripadvisor: “Hele goede wijn en een kaasplankje waren de kers op de taart.” Op onze publieke rondvaarten stap je aan boord met een kleine groep, waardoor er veel interactie mogelijk is met de schipper en host. Zo leer je op een toegankelijke en humoristische manier over de geheimen, weetjes en geschiedenis van Amsterdam. De publieke rondvaarten worden overdag en in de avond verzorgd op 100% elektrische boten. Met de Amsterdam avond rondvaart ontdek je romantisch Amsterdam en kun je genieten van verlichte straten en bruggen.

Met een arrangement bij Flagship creëer je helemaal een unieke ervaring op de Amsterdamse grachten. Heb je zin in een borrel met vrienden, familie of collega’s op een zonnige namiddag of kies je voor een volledige maaltijd met burgers of pizza? Valt je keuze op een van de arrangementen, dan krijg je een 100% elektrische privésloep met schipper en geniet je van het water onder het genot van onbeperkt bier, wijn en (ijskoud) fris. Wie wil dat nou niet? Ben je benieuwd naar de mogelijkheden en de verschillende arrangementen, neem dan zeker een kijkje in ons vernieuwde menu ! Je vindt hier ons fantastische menu met het lekkerste eten en drinken.

Naast publieke boottochten en all-inclusive arrangementen kun je ook kiezen voor een privé rondvaart door de grachten van Amsterdam. Het huren van een privé boot is ideaal voor kleinere groepen en voor vele gelegenheden, zoals een vrijgezellenfeest, een verjaardagsfeestje, een zakenreis of een ultieme rondleiding door het centrum van Amsterdam. Met een privé boot vaar je op een 100% elektrische sloep of salonboot met een kundige schipper. Bepaal zelf waar je heen gaat of laat je verrassen door een prachtige route speciaal gekozen door onze schipper. Een privé boot huren is voor iedereen die op zoek is naar een geweldige deal voor een boot in de grachten van Amsterdam. Lees meer over Sloep Huren Amsterdam .

Wil je meer weten?

Wil je meer weten over onze rondvaarten in Amsterdam? Bekijk dan de pagina over Rondvaarten in Amsterdam , meer informatie over boot huren Amsterdam , de pagina over de diverse arrangementen of de pagina over privé bootverhuur in Amsterdam . Bekijk ook zeker even de pagina met veelgestelde vragen om snel een antwoord te vinden op jouw vraag. Mocht je er niet uit komen dan kun je altijd contact met ons opnemen via het contactformulier of telefonisch met het nummer +31(0)20-2252837 .

• Amsterdam Combi Tickets

Rijksmuseum + Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Family-friendly
• Sightseeing
• On the water
• Discover Dutch masters like Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh
• Travel through Dutch history from 1200 to the present
• Sail through Amsterdam’s 17th century canal ring

Practical info

Entry to Rijksmuseum 1-hour LOVERS Canal Cruise

Child ticket for ages 4-13 years old Free entry for 0-3 year olds when accompanied by a paying adult

Opening hours Rijksmuseum

Monday - Sunday: 9.00 - 17.00

Check-in at LOVERS Canal Cruises

Check-in 15 minutes before departure

Free tours are available in the Rijksmuseum app in English, Dutch, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Mandarin

The free audio-guide on the boat is available in Dutch, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Catalan, Turkish, Polish, Thai, Indonesian, Russian, Korean, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic, Hebrew and Hindi

Ticket information

Ticket directly available on smartphone Tickets cannot be rescheduled or cancelled Only service dogs (who must be identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat

More information

The Rijksmuseum has her own privacy policy, terms and conditions, and guidelines for a safe visit. Please review them before visiting the Rijksmuseum. For questions about the product, please contact [email protected]  

Accessibility

• Free access to bathroom
• With audio description

Getting there

Public transport, combine two top attractions.

Lovers Canal Cruises offers you the unique opportunity to combine a cruise with a visit to the world-famous Rijksmuseum. Both experiences are not to be missed on a visit to the Dutch capital. This combination ticket is the perfect way to discover Amsterdam.

Enjoy the 8000 artistic and historical objects on display at the Rijksmuseum, before winding your way down the city’s waterways in a canal boat. Or vice versa! The beauty of a Rijksmuseum and cruise combo is that you can structure your day exactly as you want to. It is also one of the better Amsterdam deals, as you will save time and money on both experiences.

The wonders of the Rijksmuseum

Start or continue your day in the impressive Rijksmuseum, the pride of the Netherlands. Covering 800 years of Dutch history, the Rijksmuseum overflows with thousands of famous artworks and historical artefacts. Don’t miss luminous masterpieces by the Dutch masters, such as Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Frans Hals, admired by people from all over the world.

But the beauty is not just inside the Rijksmuseum. The building itself is worthy of a photo or two as well. Located at the Museumplein, or Museum District, and with definite renaissance and gothic influences, the Rijksmuseum is truly the height of architectural talent.

If you buy your tickets from Lovers Canal Cruises, you also benefit from fast track access. Book online and spend more time viewing your favourite works of art, like The Milkmaid, by Johannes Vermeer, or Rembrandt’s most famous canvas, The Night Watch.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

An Amsterdam canal cruise is the perfect addition to a trip to the Rijksmuseum. During the hour-long cruise, you’ll discover the beautiful canal belt of the ‘Venice of the North.' The Amsterdam canal cruise is truly one of Amsterdam’s highlights, it’s no wonder that the 100km-long canal belt is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Marvel at the three most famous canals of the city, the Keizersgracht, Prinsengracht, and Herengracht, alongside which wealthy spice merchants constructed grand houses during the Dutch Golden Age. The Amsterdam canal cruise is significantly enriched by an audio guide, in 19 languages, packed with fascinating information about the city's history.

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Great museum. Lots of great pieces from the last 5 centuries. Not just painting too. There is art of all kinds. Well worth visiting.

suzmannikki

Not the most disabled friendly staff

I would have given this museum 10/10 EXCEPT … I have walking problems. The 2 girls on reception were incredibly rude and hostile to being asked for assistance as to how to access the lift. It really is very difficult to find the lift. It Also has 4 stairs going up BEFORE you can access the lift. Their assistance was SO rude and bad that I asked for the manager. Who was sympathetic and helped. BUT this is one of the main art galleries in the world you should have a designated person to assist those with hearing, sight or physical disability. I nearly cried with the pain after struggling down the stairs. Poor show guys. But the art is spectacular.

312brendenj

Fantastic and a great cafe

Some great paintings and a great place to visit. Although the Night-watch was undergoing restoration it was still awesome. The cafe was surprisingly good and affordable.

Deborahjune

Fantastic Museum

If you can only go to one museum in Amsterdam this should be the one. It is a National Museum and tells the story of the people of the Netherlands. The art is amazing - Van Gogh, Vermeer, Rembrandt - they're all here and the galleries are wonderful. Spend at least a morning or afternoon inside. It is well worth the visit.

I don’t consider myself into art but this was an amazing experience. We spent an afternoon here and didn’t cover it all. Could easily spend a few afternoons here but don’t take your kids.

Amazing museum, a little bit of everything, went there twice. You can easy spend 3 hours there, because it is a big place, 4 floors, air conditioner. Nice staff, walk around the outside part, they have lockers, you do not need to book in advance, if you want you can online but if you buy at the ticket shop they ask you if you want to go straight away.

Great Experience

This museum is a must see for a trip to Amsterdam. The sheer amount of content inside makes it well worth the value. The architecture of the building itself is beautiful too.

Serviceprof

A must do when in Amsterdam!

Signed up for a skip the line private tour. Tour intended to support up to eight guests. We were lucky and ended up being the only guests. Our tour guide hit all the right notes and expertly guided us through all the exhibits. Her knowledge of the painters, their style and interesting tidbits about most of the paintings provided a unique perspective. Guide was personable and very professional. Unfortunately 2.5 hours does not do justice to this great museum.

noradavidbe

Brilliant Paintings

Worth seeing this museum .we booked the tickets before as we were adviced by a friend who came here two years back.It was amazing old things kept very well. The history was amazing.Everything looked as new.

A Must See for Art Lovers

This museum is a must for all art lovers as it houses some of the finest works of art by some of the greatest artists of all time, all in a beautiful building which is in many ways like a work of art in itself. We had pre-booked tickets online and also booked a guided "highlights of the museum" tour, which I would thoroughly recommend. Our guide, Esme, was knowledgable, entertaining and clearly passionate about the artists and art works on display. The tour lived up to its name, taking in paintings by Van Gogh, Vermeer and of course Rembrandt's famous Night Watch. It would have been easy to spend all day in the museum as there are several floors of art works as well as a garden to explore. We did stop briefly for a coffee and a delicious blueberry muffin in the cafe and also bought a few things in the gift shop, which was crowded, our fault for leaving it until the end of the day to pop in. The staff were generally friendly and helpful throughout the museum.

Great - recommend kids’ audio tour

Great - we all did the kids audio tour for team spirit. It led us to areas we might not have bothered visiting which was lovely. It moves at a pace which is good. Nice to also see a Van Gogh, Vermeer and Rembrandt in one place. We also went up to the top floor to see the Mondrian and Rietveld chair. Four not five stars because they didn’t tell us we wouldn’t be able to see most of the Night Watch due to repairs and a film crew standing in front of it.

A must-do when in Amsterdam!

Visited this museum 2 years ago with friends and decided to go again this time. Would highly recommend booking tickets as this museum gets very busy, I booked for 11am and found it to be an ideal time. It's also worth downloading the Rijksmuseum's app as the audio guide is free and very informative. On the first visit we chose to listen to 'The best of the Rijksmuseum' tour, this was essentially a highlights tour and took us around the whole museum. The tour includes the famous 'Night Watch' painting by Rembrandt, which is currently under restoration - definitely one of my favourite parts of the museum. On this trip I opted for the 'Colonial Past' tour which focused on Dutch colonial history, trade and slavery. Highly recommend doing this thematic tour if this is of interest to you. By the time I was leaving the museum was very busy so I was unable to try the cafe, however, this is a great museum with some great history - a must do while visiting Amsterdam!

Some stunning works of art in a magnificent building.

Stunning building and very grand. We came early at 0930 and found the staff very helpful and accommodating unlike some of the reviews. Went straight to the Night Watch which is slightly obscured due to restoration work but the scale and magnificence are still visible. Studied all the paintings in this area and was mesmerised by the skill and genius of the artists on show. Their skill and work is of another dimension - it has to be. We found it easy to navigate once we got our bearings and the map was excellent. I think the descriptions by the paintings could be much larger as people crowded close to try and read what they were looking at and who painted it. We stayed about 4 hours but could easily have stayed longer. I did expect more Vermeers, Rembrandt's, Van Gogh (maybe that was my wishful thinking) but left satisfied and in total awe of these magnificent works of art and the artists who created them.

Beauty is inspiring, and it is also a blessing. I guess it is simply natural to be inspired when you are surrounded with so much natural beauty as I am at this moment at the stunning Greek Island of Kythira. A special place with its own unique kind of beauty. But 'beauty' is a meaning and a value that is rich enough to encompass and subsume many types and kinds which although different they remain related and attached to the same meaning and value, that of beauty as such. In beautiful Kythira, I remembered another beautiful place which I visited briefly and for the first time this year in late June. This place is Amsterdam. Despite the short visit, I was able to recognize and appreciate the 'beauty', which, although different yet equally inspiring. I would personally label Amsterdam as a cool and artful city. Art is indeed possibly the keyword and meaning that defines the city and, more broadly, its culture. The beautiful and very friendly people of Amsterdam also added to this same beauty and artfulness with a good sense of humor and a healthy sense of ease. My visit to the Rijksmuseum during my stay in Amsterdam was a must visit. Other than complementing my aesthetic experience of Amsterdam, it also introduced me to the most prominent Duch artists (and not only) through their important and priceless works of art. I will not list the names of these artists as they are, indeed, many and very well known to most of us. I would rather simply say that there is no better place and building, which in itself is a rare 'piece of art' than the Rijksmuseum which can very adequately and respectfully host and exhibit the valuable work of all these established artists. Art criticism is not my profession. What I could state, however, as a mere receiver and appreciator of good art is that ginuenly talented painters and artists of all kinds help us as viewers, not only enjoy and appreciate the beauty of their art, but also the beauty of nature and more broadly of the life that artistically inspired them. And equally the 'beauty' of 'their nature' as artists enabling them to appreciate and interpret the simple and 'magical' details and uniquely depict and present these through their art. Visit the Rijksmuseum and you will definitely revisit again!

Incredible collection of artworks and antiques

We were here for over 3 hours and started to run out of steam. The collection is incredible, but it is enormous so does take a lot of time. The gardens are also lovely and great street artists on the way through

Am amazing collection of art covering all things Netherlands - Van Gough, Rembrandt, etc. But also really enjoyed the dolls house, musical instruments, and the Asia house. Download the app and some tours before you get there!

Worth the money and time

This was well worth the money. We found our own way around as the map the museum gives you and the cards at every display gave enough information to suit our needs. We did what was suggested and went at 9am when it first opened and were glad we did so as the lines and people increased after 11am as we were leaving. The map highlights the main things to look out for on each floor, this helped our planning otherwise you could wander for a long time. The Night Watchman was huge but photos disrupted by the research and restoration that is happening with it at present. Overall was a great experience.

The decor of the foyer is stunning, with some very lovely statuary along the perimeter.

The collection is rather large. They even own an assortment of Chinese china and figurines from Asia. The remainder is primarily made up of historical artifacts and European artwork, including a weapons area. Outstanding pieces by artists like as Vermeer and Rembrandt may be seen in the Main Gallery. Not to mention the main gallery's stunning architecture. I used to spend as much time staring at the ceiling as I did painting.

Do NOT miss this.

This place is a must. The art work on display is amazing, ranging from well known classical artists to modern works. Be sure to book before you go. It is too big to take it all in one go, choose wisely where you start from. The information desk people are a great source of advice. The cafe there is extremely well run, great service staff, with good food.

608natalieo

History, cool

Lots of history facts. If you are a history fanatic, you should definitely go. Lots of information to take in so would go again!

Extensive and impressive collection

We were lucky to buy tickets from the ticket office located between the Van Gogh museum and the Rijksmuseum, some people were turned away after us. I would recommend you buy tickets a couple of days (at least) in advance as otherwise you’re hoping for cancellations or last minute extra releases. We gave ourselves about 2 - 2.5 hours to go through the museum and we managed to see everything that was on offer at the time. We weren’t able to read all the information plaques but managed to have a look at most. The collections within the museum are extremely impressive, with some of the pieces being impressive on both skill of the artist and in size of the piece too! The building itself is a piece of art! Staff were very friendly and able to point us to the areas for specific pieces we were keen to see and some provided interesting information that isn’t immediately available from the information plaques associated to the piece. There are lots of facilities (a shop, cafe and plenty of toilets). There are also lifts to allow easier access to certain levels and pieces which was nice to see as it meant more people could enjoy this museum. Overall, if you’re in Amsterdam and looking for a museum to visit, this is the one! I would recommend that you give yourself a morning or an afternoon in here to enjoy it at a leisurely pace. But most importantly, book your tickets in advance!

The facility is quite spectacular, and the staff members were all very kind and helpful.

We didn't make reservations, which put us in danger. There was a wait, and the personnel preferred that reservations be made online. We completed this quickly and entered right away. A tour was provided by the headset we had. We found the tour itinerary to be unclear, therefore we didn't follow it. It was simple to listen in this way since the paintings that caught our attention had numbers next to them.

I always enjoy going to the Rijk, a very beautiful museum with an amazing art collection. Staff were friendly and attentive. And ofcourse the area around the museum itself, is out of this world! My only criticism, and it's usual for most art galleries, is that crowd control is awful.

misanthropicdreamer

The Dutch Masters

A must visit in Amsterdam if you enjoy the Dutch Masters. Really amazing works of art. The staff leave you alone (unlike in Berlin where they annoy you) unless you are dumb and try to touch the art. First class experience. The Night Watch is behind glass this time either for safety or repair. The only issues with this museum: it is hot (lack of adequate cooling) and in the summer it is much too crowded with annoying tourists.

Must See When in Amsterdam

A must see in Amsterdam - great museum although Travelling in mid-summer, the museum was packed. The exhibits were fantastic, but with so many people they were often hard to get in front to photograph. Photos are allowed as long as you don't use a flash

Very good expensive museum

This is a good experience in Amsterdam! It is quite expensive at €22.50 per person. There is some really interesting art inside but it could be considered overpriced

Worth going to Amsterdam for this alone!

The Rijksmuseum is one of Europe's foremost museums/art galleries. The main draw is Rembrandt's "Nightwatch" but there are so very many more wonderful paintings and other works of Art, too numerous and indeed too famous to list here. The 2012 alterations have opened up the entrance atrium and enhance the whole experience. The staff are very helpful and the galleries are wheelchair accessible. Pre booking is essential and even with limited numbers the main attractions are quite crowded.

belindarI9340XO

Take a picnic

Very big impressive museum. Beware the Cafe, Fancy titles for very expensive food. I ended up with what was essentially a chicken sandwich for 14 euros. Take a picnic if you can

robertlI2816QQ

The Rijksmuseum: home of the Dutch Masters. Rembrandt’s Nachtwacht, Vermeer’s Milkmaid and many more. Must Visit

What to say about the Rijksmuseum? Thé Rijksmuseum? The Dutch art icon and home of the Dutch Masters. Rembrandt’s ‘Nachtwacht, Vermeer’s Milkmaid, and so much more. Must Visit, Must See Museum. Truly a must.

A must-see in Amsterdam

Rijksmuseum is a must-see for art and museum lovers. Their collection is extensive and we probably saw only about 50% after just over 2 hours of walking. There is a cafe and restaurant inside if you wanted to take a break and then continue exploring the museum, but we wanted to enjoy the nice weather outside. The one negative is that you can’t enter the gift shop without a ticket, so we were not able to go back to the gift shop after we exited following our visit. In contrast, the Van Gogh museum gift shop is open to everyone. Aside from that we absolutely enjoyed our visit. The museum itself is beautiful inside and out, and you can sit and relax in the garden even if you are not visiting the inside.

packedandready2go

Excellent collection of Dutch Art through the ages.

An excellent collection of works by Dutch artists from the last several hundred years. The building is impressive as are th grounds surrounding it.

erindF5963MD

So much history - so little time!

A beautiful museum with amazing exhibits. We definitely underestimated how long it would take us to see the things we wanted to. I’ll definitely be back again!

Ellie-Grady

Iconic Museum

Such an iconic museum. it is very easy to get lost and would definitely think about joining a tour group if we return. The café looks lovely but it was unfortunately full when we looked at siting down.

Awesome museum

What a great museum! We bought tickets in advance and downloaded the app to plot out our visit. Many famous things, such as night watch but literally around every corner, was something new and interesting. We only had the afternoon you could easily spend all day here

rachY8311NJ

Amazing Museum!

Visited on 6th May All staff very friendly and helpful. There was so much to see! One of the best museums I've ever been to! Lost or interesting and unique pieces. I especially loved the dolls houses. Would definitely recommend for all ages :)

milasN2705LP

Great time with my Kid

We lived for almost a year in Amsterdam and for part for this time my kid didn't attend school. During this time I visited Rijksmuseum almost daily - sometimes with a special cushion and colour pencils to make our visits more experiential and creative. I appreciate this place for its beauty, great collection and for being not too overcrowded. And of course we loved museum shop and cafe!

Big informative museum. Buy tickets before you go

This museum is massive! Lots to see and even then you won't see it all. We didn't realise we couldn't buy entry tickets at the door so luckily we had brought our phones and could buy some from a nearby cafe. If you want to see it all you will need the whole day and walk alot!

Make appointment for opening hour

May 2024 - a great museum. Easy online tickets from official museum website, as my title says - make an booking to enter at opening, line to enter forms earlier, have a plan for viewing, get museum cafe snack or lunch before noon, if possible go on a weekday. All to avoid the crowds: it’s worth the effort to be in the Gallery of Honour with like 5-7 other people there. Guided tour would be great but they were booked out a month ahead of our visit. Added on to our ticket (free) visit to the special Franz Hall exhibition. Download the app for the free audio guide (please take your own headphones - really annoying listening to others blast their phone speakers). Thoroughly enjoyed this world class museum! Staff friendly and helpful, plenty of info online for planning, lots to do in the museum zone. My only complaint was the very specific instructions on the museum website for bags, purses, backpacks, etc ( no larger than an ‘A 4’ sheet of paper - letter size) was completely ignored by staff at the entrance on our visit. We abided the rule only to be smacked around by backpacks as the galleries became crowded. Minor detail but annoying.

National museum.is a must see

A visit to Amsterdam is not complete without a stop at the RijksMuseum. In general, this space is not well signed and not easy to get around without alot of unecessary walking in circles. The map is not exactly clear. The elevator is constantly full so caution to those with challenges, have patience when waiting for the elevator. BUT the art exhibits are stellar. DO get tickets in advance DO get a snack at the coffee shop inside A lovely stop. Saw a Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh.

O7921NLrebeccaf

Wonderful experience. We only were able to see just a small fraction of the collection! Easy access to get around the museum for those on crutches.

iLLyCoffeeFan

Worth 2 hours of your day. Do not miss the guided tour for 7.50 extra

Guided 1 hour tour (7.50 extra) after free entry via I Amsterdam app was great. Lovely staff. Great work to see. Worth 2 hours minimum visit. Loved hearing the stories behind the painting from knowledgeable staff. Guided tour has headphones system for human to speak to you thorough (rather than self guided) so you don't miss anything. The Dutch know how to provide a good experience

A must visit in Amsterdam!

Fantastic museum. We spent 4 hours here and was nowhere near enough, the museum is vast - will have to make a 2nd trip! Do take a "highlights of the Rijksmuseum" guided tour! A special thanks to Hugo who was brilliant in the hour tour we had with him - we both learnt so much from him about the history of the museum - and some of the significant artworks by Vermeer and Rembrandt. Highly recommended.

Absolutely spectacular museum

We spent 5 hours in here & I don't believe we saw everything. One gallery after the next had fabulous pieces. Recommend going early in the day if possible as the famous pieces such as the van Gogh pieces & The Night Watch can be crowded

Start Amsterdam with this museum!

This is the biggest and most complete must visit museum in Amsterdam. It has all collections from all ages and history of the country. An immersive culture program with different interests from classic paintings , clothes, sculptures, objects, maritime life etc. It has also pieces of Van Gogh and Rembrandt , so in case you didn’t book in advance Van Gogh museum , you can still enjoy this visit! Around 2h for a quick visit !

Get a guide, but great museum!

We had a guided tour through Viator that made all the difference with seeing the art. Head to the 2nd floor for the must see art! If you don’t go in, at least bike or walk through the passageway.

Excellent way to spend a morning (or afternoon)!

Definitely worth a visit. The collection of Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh paintings were terrific! We thoroughly enjoyed the lower level galleries too - a must-see exhibition of everything from maritime models and musical instruments, to French fashion and ancient weapons! Amazing variety and so interesting. The in-museum cafe also serves delicious food and coffee whenever you need to refuel your group!

3dogsinthecountry

Wonderful, vast collection

Wonderful museum and tons of amazing works. We focused on the second floor and had a paid guide. The guide really brought it all to life, but also there are some wonderful laminated large cards that point out key things about some of the more significant works. You could spend weeks here taking it all in. We enjoyed the cafe after the tour. The food was fresh and there were a variety of options. The service was excellent and the system of ordering with the QR code was efficient.

A must visit!

An amazing museum with a lot of pieces from different eras. It's big and stunning. Especially the öibrary was amazing. A must visit.

allthegirls2014

Fabulous museum in photogenic building

Loved the museum. I was glad I pre-ordered tickets, but it wasn't necessary. Just means the line is smaller. There's a lot of stuff to see, so we prioritized: Giving ourselves time to look at the building and the stained glass inside Vermeer Rembrandt Delft pottery Ship models (these were super cool and very unique to this museum) Dollhouses (yes!) If you have more time, see more, but for my family, the like to know what are the must-see's.

Must visit in Amsterdam

Other than Rembrandt, Johannes Vermeer, Govert Flinck, Jan Havicksz Steen to Vincnet Van Gogh. There were many retrofits to the interior and furniture from 1600. Through paintings, furniture, and collections, we can learn what was happening and who lived in the Netherlands from the mid-century to the 20th century. People crowded, but spaces were sufficient to study each item. I would visit again if I visited Amsterdam next time. I am pretty sure.

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• 8.70 / 10 253 reviews | 5,691 travellers The museum is wonderful, it was easy to use the digital ticket and it was also easy to redeem the ticket for the canal tour. 10 Alejandra
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Discover the masterpieces of Rembrandt and Vermeer with priority access to Holland's most important museum. End the day with an enjoyable cruise along the canals of Amsterdam .

The Rijksmuseum is the national museum of the Netherlands, dedicated to the art and history of the country. With this ticket, you'll skip the endless queues to the permanent exhibition .

In the various rooms, you'll admire paintings by Frans Hals and Jacob van Duisdael . You'll also find famous works such as The Milkmaid by Vermeer and The Night Watch by Rembrandt . The museum's collection accommodates over 8,000 items that span the country’s history from the 13th century to present day.

The Rijksmuseum is open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.

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Redeem the voucher for a ticket to enjoy a cruise along the canals of Amsterdam. The route taken is the same as the separate canal cruise tour. During the journey, you'll discover the highlights of the city and hear interesting facts and tales thanks to the audio guide in English .

Boats leave every 30 minutes between 10 am and 8 pm.

Important: The last departure times are at 4 pm between 10th Decemer and 19th December. From 20th December the timetables will go back to usual.

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When you book, you must select a day and a specific time slot to visit the Rijksmuseum on your own, located at the following address in Amsterdam: 1 Museumstraat . When you arrive, head to the pre-sold tickets lane, where the museum staff will ask you to show the voucher for your booking on your mobile phone, so you can enter the Rijksmuseum without waiting in line!

You can enjoy the boat ride on the canals at any available time of the day that you booked. The boats depart from 25 Prins Hendrikkade Quay , located in front of Amsterdam Central Station.

Please note that this activity is subject to availability on that day.

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On the boat trip through the canals , you'll have an audio guide at your disposal in, Spanish, English, Italian, French and Portuguese. Please note that this audio guide is not included in the Rijksmuseum .

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Experience an Amsterdam Canal Cruise for a full hour! Boats depart ever thirty minutes.

Canal Cruise Amsterdam with Rederij P. Kooij

Experience the Original Amsterdam Canal Cruise with the most experienced shipping company in Amsterdam, already active since 1922. Rederij Kooij welcomes you aboard one of our canal cruise boats. We will guide yo through Amsterdams beautiful canals showing you the sights of our historic city from the water.

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During the canal cruise, you'll receive information about the sights. This explanation of available in 10 different languages, such as Dutch, English, German, French and Spanish. Groups up to 20 people don't require a reservation, we always have facilities available for them. All boats come with a toilet, a sliding roof and a heater. Prior to the start of the cruise, you are given the opportunity to buy drinks. 

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The Original Amsterdam Canal Cruise - our route*

The regular, 1-hour canal cruise sails past the muntplein/munttoren, onto the Amstel and along the Stopera. It will pass under the Blauwbrug after which it will turn onto the Herengracht, take you past the official residence of the Mayor of Amsterdam and past the beautiful buildings located in the Golden Bend. At the end of the Herengracht, you will turn onto the Brouwersgracht after which you will leave the canals via the Haarlemmersluis, onto the IJ. Once you are on the IJ, you will pass the backside of Amsterdam Central Station, where you will see the Eye Film Museum on the North side. Via the IJ we will turn to the Oosterdok to show you the National Maritime Museum and NEMO. We will leave the Oosterdok via the Oude Schans, where we will take you past the Montelbaanstoren, through the Sint Antoniesluis and via the Zwanenburgwal and the Amstel back to the Rokin. * The route may differ from the description above.

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We offer tickets to the best museums in Amsterdam, which are filled to the brim with absolute masterpieces. No matter what your preferred art style is, we have museum tickets for you. Do you like cool light art and street art? Check our the Moco! Do you like huge paintings that take up a full wall? Go roam around in the Rijksmuseum!

Different museums for different interests

At Amsterdam Canal Cruises, we offer tickets for the best museums in Amsterdam. Do you like modern art? Then you need to check out Stedelijk Museum . In the Moco Museum you can also see the coolest modern pieces – did you know the Moco has a Banksy exhibition? If you prefer older art, such as 17th century paintings, you can cross the Museumplein and visit the Rijksmuseum , probably the best known museum in Amsterdam. Next to the Museumplein you’ll also find the Van Gogh Museum , where you can gawk at hundreds of works of one of the Netherlands most prominent painters. And while the Museumplein houses some of the best museums in Amsterdam, there are also great museums scattered throughout the city. You can for instance also buy tickets for the Amsterdam Museum in the Kalverstraat and the Scheepvaartmuseum (The National Maritime Museum).

Amsterdam has a lot to offer. When visiting Amsterdam, you can stroll for hours along the canals and watch Dutch people bike by or photograph the canal houses from the Golden Age. But when the weather is a bit moody – and let’s be real: it often is – it’s lovely to do something inside. So book your museum tickets now! We offer tickets to all of the best museums in Amsterdam.

By the way: we also offer lovely excursions around Amsterdam . You can for instance visit Volendam and dress up in the world famous traditional clothes or check out Keukenhof during tulip season.

Amsterdam Canal Cruises service

Do you have any questions for us? Don’t hesitate to contact us , we’d love to help you! If you are planningto visit, you just have to add a museum visit in Amsterdam to your to-do list of strolling around, enjoying the Amsterdam nightlife and a canal cruise . Book your Amsterdam museum ticket now to make sure you get your preferred time slot!

Sold out? You might want to try the Semi-Open Boat or Cruise like a local in an open boat instead!

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• 1 h. Amsterdam Day Canal Cruise

Amsterdam Canal Cruise from Central Station

No trip to Amsterdam is complete without an Amsterdam canal cruise. Get to know the beautiful Dutch capital on a charming canal boat.

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• A one-hour boat trip on the UNESCO Heritage canal ring of Amsterdam
• Audio guide in several languages
• Enjoy free WiFi onboard
• E-ticket is directly available on smartphones
• Free cancellation up to 8 hours before the scheduled start of the activity

General information

• Departs near Central Station (Prins Hendrikkade 25)
• Check-in 15 min before departure
• Child age: 4-13 years
• Sold out? Consider our Semi-open boat cruise instead
• Only service dogs (who must be identifiable as such) are allowed on the boat
• Coming by car? Book your parking spot in advance via this link .

About this activity

• Duration: about 60 minutes
• Sail through Amsterdam's 17th century canal ring
• Enjoy the city's sights from the water

1 hour Amsterdam Boat Tour

An Amsterdam canal cruise is compulsory for anybody visiting the ‘Venice of the North.’ Amsterdam is laced with 100km of waterways, so there is no better way to observe the essence of the Dutch capital than from a canal boat. Wind past points of interest such as grand merchant houses, gothic churches, museums, and medieval buildings as you soak up the city’s history with the help of an audio guide.

This canal tour starts at the very heart of the city, right near Central Station. From here each cruise takes a different path through the city, depending on the amount of traffic on the canals and the size of the boat. Sights you will definitely see include the World Heritage-listed 17th-century canals and the cities iconic architecture. Enjoy the sights along the most famous of the waterways, the Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Prinsengracht.

As you travel through Amsterdam's neighbourhoods, such as the Jordaan, the Nine Streets or the Pijp, you might see sights like the Amstel river which gave the city its name, the Anne Frank House and the iconic Skinny bridge. The tour is significantly enriched by an audio tour in 19 languages and observations from the captain.

Why choose LOVERS Canal Cruises?

On your visit to Amsterdam you will want to experience this must-do attraction with a local expert. Since its inception in the 1950s, LOVERS Canal Cruises has become synonymous with the very best in Amsterdam cruising.

We will welcome you aboard our Lovers canal cruise boats with their glass-top roofs; modern, comfortable interiors; an expert audio guide; and the best views of the most beautiful canals. The city of Amsterdam comes alive on our boat tours. Keep your camera at hand for Amsterdam shows itself from its best side from the water, whether you are on a (semi)open boat or on the back deck.

The best of both worlds

Save yourself time, money, and stress by combining your Amsterdam canal cruise with another activity. For example, learn about the beer-brewing process at the great Heineken Experience or view the Night Watch at the Rijksmuseum, after doing a one-hour Amsterdam canal cruise in the morning. Or choose one of the many other options available on our Combinations page.

The beauty of the Amsterdam canal cruise combination tickets is that they’re so flexible and easy to use. Only tickets bought in combination with a Lovers Canal Cruise can be cancelled - free of charge - up to 8 hours before the scheduled start of the activity.

GPS Audio Guide

GPS Audio Guide available on board in multiple languages

Comfortable Modern Boats

Our boats are equipped with modern technology for ultimate comfort

Free City Map

Free City Map available in all our boats and shops

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