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Quality cruises, curated for every budget
Real local operators, not tourist traps. Every company is personally vetted by our team.
Hand-picked cruises that match Amsterdam's canals and character. Quality over quantity.
Over 175,000 bookings completed. Guaranteed quality and safety on every tour.
A relaxed cruise without the crowds
Cozy, covered cruises — your group, your pace

50+ local guides on occasions, boat types, canal routes, seasons and planning — everything we know about boating in Amsterdam, in one place.
Raise a glass — and another — as you cruise through Amsterdam
Find your private boat when you're with a larger group!
The best hour you'll spend in Amsterdam
However you want to spend it on the water, we’ve grouped Amsterdam’s best boats into hand-picked collections. Pick a vibe and browse the ones we’d book ourselves.

Join a boat with other guests — sociable, lively and easy on the wallet.
Join a boat with other guests — sociable, lively and easy on the wallet.
Honest reviews from those who've booked their canal cruise in Amsterdam.
“What a wonderful experience! I suggest that if you have the opportunity definitely take this tour, our guide John was absolutely spectacular!”
marcos emery
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Stunning views and a very knowledgeable captain!! 10/10 would recommend”
Emma Gluth
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Took the 11:10 am tour today and it was fabulous. The small number of people on the tour made it intimate and friendly. Captain Guus shared so many fascinating details about Amsterdam’s history and culture that made it an enriching experience. Highly recommend! I think the only thing that would’ve made this better would have been to take the tour in the evening to see the city at night.”
sharolyn headroe
Amsterdam Boat Tour of the Old City Center - Shared Cruise“What a great tour!!! Captain Adam was very informative and personable. The tour was very extensive of the city's waterways and a great way to start the visit of the city learnt alot about the history.and architecture of Amsterdam. Loved that it was a small boat, we ended up being the only people on it! No toilets on board, but boat pickup area has easy access before and after.”
Julie-Anne Lilienthal
Amsterdam Boat Tour of the Old City Center - Shared Cruise“We celebrated our son’s birthday on one of Pure Boats’ canal cruises, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The captain and the staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, making us feel welcome throughout the cruise. They went out of their way to facilitate everything and ensure the celebration was perfect for us. The boat was beautiful, the atmosphere was relaxed, and cruising through Amsterdam’s canals made for a truly memorable occasion. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Pure Boats to anyone looking for a special way to celebrate or explore the city.”
ohad perry
Schollevaar“تجربج جداً ممتازه لتاجير قارب كهربائي انصح الجميع بتجربته”
N “NGQ” Q
Amsterdam Spritz Cruise“This was my favorite part of our trip! Ward and Yasmine were so much fun and showed us so many interesting things and had so much knowledge to share. We had so much fun!”
Dana Kolker
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Ward and Yasmine were great guides! Loved the canal tour. Beautiful boat too.”
Chewy Jang
Booze Cruise free Snack included“We had the 3:30pm cruise on July 23 and we had an incredible time our two tour guides were amazing, informative and funny! Would HIGHly recommend !”
Brendan Sherry
The Bulldog Boat“Was super fun. Boat owners were very very nice and it wasn’t even expensive. Had a blast!”
Kai Sheldon
The Bulldog Boat“Fantastische rondvaart zoals je nog nooit hebt beleefd! Bijzonder hoe je vaart door het Amsterdam van een paar eeuwen geleden. En zet je je VR bril weer af, dan zie je hoe het er nú op die plek uitziet. Unieke ervaring, superknap gemaakt en superleuk gedaan! Wij zijn fan!!”
Iris Dijkstra (Stadsgids030)
VR Voyage Rondvaart“Excellent experience with Prestige Boats Amsterdam. This has been the highlight of our trip so far. Great way to see the city and get a better sense of the layout. Service was top notch, relaxed, and quite informative at the same time. Our captain was very professional and kind (and that is despite my rambunctious toddler trying to run everywhere). Very comfortable boat as well. It's a beautifully restored Venetian taxi boat from 1971; the electric engine is super quiet and adds to the quality of the experience.”
Aziz Farhat
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Boatboys Amsterdam made our wedding day extra special with the wonderful high tea aboard their classic luxury boat, Ritz. The crew always made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the cruise. They also made stops at several iconic Amsterdam landmarks, making the experience not only enjoyable but also informative. Overall, our cruise with them was smooth, relaxing, and truly memorable. We definitely recommend Boatboys Amsterdam for anyone looking to enjoy a lovely cruise along the canals of Amsterdam.”
Clarisse Mae Llorca
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“Het was erg leuk en leerzaam. Zeker ook voor kinderen vanaf ongeveer 10 jaar! Vriendelijke en gastvrije mensen. We hebben genoten!”
Debby van Buiten
VR Voyage Rondvaart“Wonderful experience! The 2 hour dinner cruise went too quickly. Highly recommend.”
Jeriann Loidolt
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — 10 stars out of 5 I lived in Amsterdam many years ago and have done practically everything this city has to offer, including more than five canal cruises on the big tour boats. Nothing — and I mean nothing — compares to this experience. This is, by far, the number one thing to do in Amsterdam. My daughter Dacey and I were fortunate enough to have Vanessa, the owner herself, take us through the canals. The boat is wonderfully intimate, worlds apart from the crowded larger boats. With old French music playing softly in the background and truly five-star food, it felt less like a tour and more like being welcomed aboard by a friend who happens to know every canal and its stories. And we clearly weren't the only ones who noticed how special it was — people on the bigger boats kept pointing our boat out to their friends as we glided past. Jealousy was spread all over the water, and honestly, I understood them completely. Vanessa's warmth and knowledge made an already beautiful evening unforgettable. Of all my days in Amsterdam — and there have been many — this one with my daughter was among the most special. If you're debating between this and one of the big canal boats: don't......... Book this.”
J Brons
Amsterdam Historic Boat Tour“What a wonderful experience! I suggest that if you have the opportunity definitely take this tour, our guide John was absolutely spectacular!”
marcos emery
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Stunning views and a very knowledgeable captain!! 10/10 would recommend”
Emma Gluth
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Took the 11:10 am tour today and it was fabulous. The small number of people on the tour made it intimate and friendly. Captain Guus shared so many fascinating details about Amsterdam’s history and culture that made it an enriching experience. Highly recommend! I think the only thing that would’ve made this better would have been to take the tour in the evening to see the city at night.”
sharolyn headroe
Amsterdam Boat Tour of the Old City Center - Shared Cruise“What a great tour!!! Captain Adam was very informative and personable. The tour was very extensive of the city's waterways and a great way to start the visit of the city learnt alot about the history.and architecture of Amsterdam. Loved that it was a small boat, we ended up being the only people on it! No toilets on board, but boat pickup area has easy access before and after.”
Julie-Anne Lilienthal
Amsterdam Boat Tour of the Old City Center - Shared Cruise“We celebrated our son’s birthday on one of Pure Boats’ canal cruises, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The captain and the staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, making us feel welcome throughout the cruise. They went out of their way to facilitate everything and ensure the celebration was perfect for us. The boat was beautiful, the atmosphere was relaxed, and cruising through Amsterdam’s canals made for a truly memorable occasion. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Pure Boats to anyone looking for a special way to celebrate or explore the city.”
ohad perry
Schollevaar“تجربج جداً ممتازه لتاجير قارب كهربائي انصح الجميع بتجربته”
N “NGQ” Q
Amsterdam Spritz Cruise“This was my favorite part of our trip! Ward and Yasmine were so much fun and showed us so many interesting things and had so much knowledge to share. We had so much fun!”
Dana Kolker
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Ward and Yasmine were great guides! Loved the canal tour. Beautiful boat too.”
Chewy Jang
Booze Cruise free Snack included“We had the 3:30pm cruise on July 23 and we had an incredible time our two tour guides were amazing, informative and funny! Would HIGHly recommend !”
Brendan Sherry
The Bulldog Boat“Was super fun. Boat owners were very very nice and it wasn’t even expensive. Had a blast!”
Kai Sheldon
The Bulldog Boat“Fantastische rondvaart zoals je nog nooit hebt beleefd! Bijzonder hoe je vaart door het Amsterdam van een paar eeuwen geleden. En zet je je VR bril weer af, dan zie je hoe het er nú op die plek uitziet. Unieke ervaring, superknap gemaakt en superleuk gedaan! Wij zijn fan!!”
Iris Dijkstra (Stadsgids030)
VR Voyage Rondvaart“Excellent experience with Prestige Boats Amsterdam. This has been the highlight of our trip so far. Great way to see the city and get a better sense of the layout. Service was top notch, relaxed, and quite informative at the same time. Our captain was very professional and kind (and that is despite my rambunctious toddler trying to run everywhere). Very comfortable boat as well. It's a beautifully restored Venetian taxi boat from 1971; the electric engine is super quiet and adds to the quality of the experience.”
Aziz Farhat
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Boatboys Amsterdam made our wedding day extra special with the wonderful high tea aboard their classic luxury boat, Ritz. The crew always made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the cruise. They also made stops at several iconic Amsterdam landmarks, making the experience not only enjoyable but also informative. Overall, our cruise with them was smooth, relaxing, and truly memorable. We definitely recommend Boatboys Amsterdam for anyone looking to enjoy a lovely cruise along the canals of Amsterdam.”
Clarisse Mae Llorca
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“Het was erg leuk en leerzaam. Zeker ook voor kinderen vanaf ongeveer 10 jaar! Vriendelijke en gastvrije mensen. We hebben genoten!”
Debby van Buiten
VR Voyage Rondvaart“Wonderful experience! The 2 hour dinner cruise went too quickly. Highly recommend.”
Jeriann Loidolt
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — 10 stars out of 5 I lived in Amsterdam many years ago and have done practically everything this city has to offer, including more than five canal cruises on the big tour boats. Nothing — and I mean nothing — compares to this experience. This is, by far, the number one thing to do in Amsterdam. My daughter Dacey and I were fortunate enough to have Vanessa, the owner herself, take us through the canals. The boat is wonderfully intimate, worlds apart from the crowded larger boats. With old French music playing softly in the background and truly five-star food, it felt less like a tour and more like being welcomed aboard by a friend who happens to know every canal and its stories. And we clearly weren't the only ones who noticed how special it was — people on the bigger boats kept pointing our boat out to their friends as we glided past. Jealousy was spread all over the water, and honestly, I understood them completely. Vanessa's warmth and knowledge made an already beautiful evening unforgettable. Of all my days in Amsterdam — and there have been many — this one with my daughter was among the most special. If you're debating between this and one of the big canal boats: don't......... Book this.”
J Brons
Amsterdam Historic Boat Tour“What a wonderful experience! I suggest that if you have the opportunity definitely take this tour, our guide John was absolutely spectacular!”
marcos emery
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Stunning views and a very knowledgeable captain!! 10/10 would recommend”
Emma Gluth
Private Cruise on the Sophie“Took the 11:10 am tour today and it was fabulous. The small number of people on the tour made it intimate and friendly. Captain Guus shared so many fascinating details about Amsterdam’s history and culture that made it an enriching experience. Highly recommend! I think the only thing that would’ve made this better would have been to take the tour in the evening to see the city at night.”
sharolyn headroe
Amsterdam Boat Tour of the Old City Center - Shared Cruise“What a great tour!!! Captain Adam was very informative and personable. The tour was very extensive of the city's waterways and a great way to start the visit of the city learnt alot about the history.and architecture of Amsterdam. Loved that it was a small boat, we ended up being the only people on it! No toilets on board, but boat pickup area has easy access before and after.”
Julie-Anne Lilienthal
Amsterdam Boat Tour of the Old City Center - Shared Cruise“We celebrated our son’s birthday on one of Pure Boats’ canal cruises, and it was a wonderful experience from start to finish. The captain and the staff were incredibly friendly, professional, and knowledgeable, making us feel welcome throughout the cruise. They went out of their way to facilitate everything and ensure the celebration was perfect for us. The boat was beautiful, the atmosphere was relaxed, and cruising through Amsterdam’s canals made for a truly memorable occasion. We couldn’t have asked for a better experience and would highly recommend Pure Boats to anyone looking for a special way to celebrate or explore the city.”
ohad perry
Schollevaar“تجربج جداً ممتازه لتاجير قارب كهربائي انصح الجميع بتجربته”
N “NGQ” Q
Amsterdam Spritz Cruise“This was my favorite part of our trip! Ward and Yasmine were so much fun and showed us so many interesting things and had so much knowledge to share. We had so much fun!”
Dana Kolker
Booze Cruise free Snack included“Ward and Yasmine were great guides! Loved the canal tour. Beautiful boat too.”
Chewy Jang
Booze Cruise free Snack included“We had the 3:30pm cruise on July 23 and we had an incredible time our two tour guides were amazing, informative and funny! Would HIGHly recommend !”
Brendan Sherry
The Bulldog Boat“Was super fun. Boat owners were very very nice and it wasn’t even expensive. Had a blast!”
Kai Sheldon
The Bulldog Boat“Fantastische rondvaart zoals je nog nooit hebt beleefd! Bijzonder hoe je vaart door het Amsterdam van een paar eeuwen geleden. En zet je je VR bril weer af, dan zie je hoe het er nú op die plek uitziet. Unieke ervaring, superknap gemaakt en superleuk gedaan! Wij zijn fan!!”
Iris Dijkstra (Stadsgids030)
VR Voyage Rondvaart“Excellent experience with Prestige Boats Amsterdam. This has been the highlight of our trip so far. Great way to see the city and get a better sense of the layout. Service was top notch, relaxed, and quite informative at the same time. Our captain was very professional and kind (and that is despite my rambunctious toddler trying to run everywhere). Very comfortable boat as well. It's a beautifully restored Venetian taxi boat from 1971; the electric engine is super quiet and adds to the quality of the experience.”
Aziz Farhat
1971 Venetian Saloon - Boat Private Cruise“Boatboys Amsterdam made our wedding day extra special with the wonderful high tea aboard their classic luxury boat, Ritz. The crew always made sure everyone was comfortable and well taken care of throughout the cruise. They also made stops at several iconic Amsterdam landmarks, making the experience not only enjoyable but also informative. Overall, our cruise with them was smooth, relaxing, and truly memorable. We definitely recommend Boatboys Amsterdam for anyone looking to enjoy a lovely cruise along the canals of Amsterdam.”
Clarisse Mae Llorca
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“Het was erg leuk en leerzaam. Zeker ook voor kinderen vanaf ongeveer 10 jaar! Vriendelijke en gastvrije mensen. We hebben genoten!”
Debby van Buiten
VR Voyage Rondvaart“Wonderful experience! The 2 hour dinner cruise went too quickly. Highly recommend.”
Jeriann Loidolt
Ritz - a classic luxury saloon boat from 1915“⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ — 10 stars out of 5 I lived in Amsterdam many years ago and have done practically everything this city has to offer, including more than five canal cruises on the big tour boats. Nothing — and I mean nothing — compares to this experience. This is, by far, the number one thing to do in Amsterdam. My daughter Dacey and I were fortunate enough to have Vanessa, the owner herself, take us through the canals. The boat is wonderfully intimate, worlds apart from the crowded larger boats. With old French music playing softly in the background and truly five-star food, it felt less like a tour and more like being welcomed aboard by a friend who happens to know every canal and its stories. And we clearly weren't the only ones who noticed how special it was — people on the bigger boats kept pointing our boat out to their friends as we glided past. Jealousy was spread all over the water, and honestly, I understood them completely. Vanessa's warmth and knowledge made an already beautiful evening unforgettable. Of all my days in Amsterdam — and there have been many — this one with my daughter was among the most special. If you're debating between this and one of the big canal boats: don't......... Book this.”
J Brons
Amsterdam Historic Boat Tour175,000+ tours completed. Choose from shared city cruises, romantic private rides, or epic party boats.