Get onboard our traditional canal boats and experience Amsterdam's famous canals and landmarks. This canal cruise takes you past all the highlights of Amsterdam while you listen to interesting story’s, facts and secrets about Amsterdam. Daily departures from Damrak, Central Station and Rijksmuseum approximately every 30 minutes. Purchase your tickets online for a discount.
Hidden Gems Map
Discover Amsterdam beyond the canals with our Hidden Gem Map, a special bonus with the Amsterdam Canal Cruise (100 Highlights). Available only for Canal cruise bookings on travel dates 17th of March till 30th of April. The 30th of April is the last day the map is included.
Curated by local guide Willemijn Van Breda, the map features 50 hidden gems across every district, plus 2 self-guided walking routes. You’ll also receive a fun city game with questions to play along the routes.
To collect your map + city game, show your cruise ticket QR code in the shop at your departure point. Book your Canal Cruise now and start uncovering Amsterdam’s hidden gems.
Why should I join this Amsterdam Canal Cruise?
Whether you're a first-time visitor or an experienced one, this canal tour is one of the best ways to discover the city. We have provided sightseeing tours since 1912 and our focus is to give you a memorable experience on board. You just sit back, relax and enjoy the view. Stromma’s Amsterdam Canal Cruises are some of the city's most well-known.
- We have departure locations near all the important sights
- Certified experienced captains who have knowledge about the city
- Changed your mind? Free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure
History and popular sites along the canals
Did you know that Amsterdam’s canal ring is protected by UNESCO? By joining us, you're cruising through and on history. You'll see views of the city’s most famous spots and monuments. Here are just a few of the highlights you'll see during this canal tour in Amsterdam:
- Jordan District
- Westerkerk and Westertoren
- Amstel River
- Rijksmuseum
Because of municipal work, adjusted routes and different departure locations, we can't offer a set route. The upside: the possibility of a new route with undiscovered highlights every time you cruise Amsterdam by boat.
We sail with a new AudioGuide system!
Our boats are equipped with a new audio system called "Bring Your Own Device." This audio guide system better suits our guests' wishes and our sustainable objectives. The English audio guide is played by default over the speakers, but if you prefer another language, follow these simple steps:
- Scan the QR code on board, visible from your seat
- Connect to the audio guide via the free WiFi on board (no need to download an app)
- Choose from the remaining 18 languages on your smartphone
- Use your own earphones to listen
If you don't have earphones, you can purchase them in the shop for €1.50. However, we recommend bringing your own earphones.
Ticket prices & departure points
We offer three departure points for your canal tour. See map further down with all our departure points. The prices may vary, check the bookings calander for the actual prices per location. One thing is a certainty: if you buy your tickets online you get both discount and easier boarding.
Kids’ special canal cruise deal
A canal cruise should be fun for all the members of the family. Therefore, we also offer all children an entertaining colouring page or a bingo aboard.
