Open Boat Canal Tour in Amsterdam
No glass roof, no reflections: in an open boat you are right in the middle of it, hearing the bikes on the bridges and chatting with your guide.
Booking via our partner GetYourGuide – usually free cancellation up to 24 h before.
Why is the open boat so popular?
Without glass you get the best views and the real canal atmosphere. The smaller boats also fit through narrow canals that large glass-top boats skip.
How much does an open boat tour cost?
Tickets cost between €19.50 and €30 per person. Many operators include a drink or snacks.
What happens if it rains?
Tours usually still run; the crew hands out ponchos or blankets. In storms they are cancelled and refunded.
Booking via our partner GetYourGuide – usually free cancellation up to 24 h before.
More boat tours in Amsterdam
Most booked1. Classic canal cruise
60–75 min · from €15 · 4.0–4.5 ★
- ✓Perfect for a first visit
- ✓Weatherproof glass-top boat
- ✓Multilingual audio guide
- ✓Frequent departures
Perfect at night2. Canal cruise with dinner
75–120 min · from €30 · 4.3–4.8 ★
- ✓Sightseeing & food
- ✓Illuminated bridges
- ✓Romantic & relaxed
- ✓Pizza, pancakes, 4-course menu
Flexible3. Hop-on hop-off boat
24–48 h · from €25 · 4.0–4.4 ★
- ✓Get on and off as you like
- ✓Stops at museums
- ✓Great for multiple trips
- ✓Bus combo available
Active4. Pedal boat
1–2 h · from €12 pp · 4.3 ★
- ✓Sporty & fun
- ✓Your own pace
- ✓Great with kids
- ✓Budget-friendly
Adventure5. Self-drive boat rental
1–3 h · from €89 per boat · 4.7 ★
- ✓No licence required
- ✓Your own route
- ✓Quiet electric motor
- ✓Bring your own picnic
Group outing6. Private group boat tour
1–3 h · from €150 per boat · 4.8 ★
- ✓Only your group on board
- ✓Skipper drives
- ✓Route & time on request
- ✓Catering available
Premium7. Private luxury cruise
1.5–3 h · from €350 per boat · 4.9 ★
- ✓Historic saloon boats
- ✓Champagne & finger food
- ✓Tailor-made route
- ✓Weddings & corporate
Something different8. Harbour cruise
60–90 min · from €18 · 4.4 ★
- ✓Modern Amsterdam
- ✓Wide open water
- ✓Ferries & cruise ships
- ✓Striking architecture