The Floating Café
A floating café on a historic sloop, with coffee, homemade cakes and snacks for sale on board.
From €29.13
·1.5 hours
About this tour
1.5 hours • Historic floating café • Coffee, bar and homemade cakes and snacks for sale on board
Join a 1.5-hour cruise through Amsterdam's UNESCO-listed canals on the Ivan Frank, a historic sloop and floating café for up to 20 guests. Soak up panoramic views while your local captain and host show you iconic landmarks and lesser-known gems on a fun, interactive tour.
Freshly brewed coffee, a bar and homemade food are for sale on board, including Chicken-Katsu sandos, special homemade cakes and other delicious bites.
Built as a rescue boat, the Ivan Frank was the first open boat to cruise Amsterdam's canals commercially. Today it is the most equipped sloop in Amsterdam.
Good to know
- Arrive 10 minutes before departure, as the boat can only dock for a limited time.
- In extreme weather, the tour can be moved to another day for safety.
Food & drinks on board
Snacks & Bites
- Homemade cakes, Chicken-Katsu sandos and other bites, for sale on board
Drinks & Bar
- Freshly brewed coffee and a bar, for sale on board
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation Policy
- FOR SINGLE TICKETS: Cancellations can be made free of charge up to 3 days before the scheduled tour date. In the event of extreme weather conditions, we can move the tour to another day for safety reasons.
Who This Is For
Great for
- Solo travellers and couples happy to share the boat with a few others
- Winter and rainy days — the boat is covered and heated
- Travellers who want a classic boat rather than a modern tour vessel
- Budget-minded travellers — from €28.70 per person
Maybe not for
- Anyone wanting a private boat — this cruise is shared with other guests
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does this cruise depart from?
The Floating Café departs from 51D Amstel, Amsterdam.
How long is this cruise?
The cruise lasts 1.5 hours.
How many people can join this cruise?
The Floating Café is a shared cruise with a maximum of 20 guests on board, so you book per seat and travel alongside other guests.
How much does this cruise cost?
Prices for The Floating Café start at €28.70 per person.
What is included on this cruise?
This cruise includes Local captain and host, Heated boat with a rain cover and Toilet on board.
Is there a toilet on board?
Yes, there is a toilet on board this cruise.
What happens if it rains?
This boat has rain cover, so you stay dry on board if the weather turns.
Is this an open boat?
Yes, this is an open boat rather than an enclosed one, and it has rain cover for when the weather turns.
Is the boat heated?
Yes, this boat has heating on board, which keeps it comfortable in colder weather.
Can I cancel this cruise for free?
Yes, this cruise offers free cancellation.
Who operates this cruise?
The Floating Café is operated by The Boat Café Amsterdam and can be booked directly through BoatLocal.
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About The Boat Café Amsterdam
The Boat Café Amsterdam
The Boat Café Amsterdam runs the Ivan Frank, a historic sloop built in 1964 and formerly a rescue boat, described as the first commercial open sloop in Amsterdam. The fully electric boat is heated, can be covered, and has a toilet, a bar with a beer tap and a built-in gas barbecue. Food is homemade, with public café cruises as well as private BBQ, tapas, brunch, cheese fondue and drinks boats.
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