Amsterdam: Lovers Canal Cruise from Central Station

See why this classic canal cruise is ranked the #1 experience in the world

This one-hour canal cruise departs from Amsterdam Central Station and offers a water-level view of the city’s historic canals and architecture. An audio guide is available in 19 languages, and free Wi-Fi is included onboard. The starting point is Prins Hendrikkade 25; smartphone tickets are accepted. Optional food and beverages are not included.

Available Audio Guides

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What's Included

  • 1-hour canal cruise from Central Station
  • Audio guide
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard

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What's Not Included

  • Optional food and beverages

Prices and discounts

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Meeting Point

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Average Duration

Duration: 01:00

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation allowed up to 24 hours before the event.

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Additional Information & Description

Amsterdam: Lovers Canal Cruise from Central Station puts the city’s canals at the centre of your visit. Step aboard for an hour on the water and see Amsterdam from the waterways that give it such a distinctive character. This classic canal cruise is ranked the number-one experience in the world.

A waterside view of Amsterdam

The boat ride brings together views of Amsterdam’s architecture and historic waterways. Rather than exploring from the street, you travel through the canals, taking in the city from the water while the captain handles the steering. The changing views are part of the appeal: this is a sightseeing journey through Amsterdam, with the city itself providing the focus throughout the cruise. Its one-hour duration gives the visit a defined place in your itinerary without making it a full-day excursion.

Commentary in your language

An audio guide is included, adding commentary to the sights along the way. It is available in 19 languages: Arabic, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish, Thai and Turkish. That range lets you follow the narration in a familiar language as you look out over the canals. English is also available for live guidance.

What comes with your cruise

Your ticket covers the one-hour canal cruise and includes free Wi-Fi onboard. Optional food and beverages are not included in the ticket price. The focus of this ticket is the sightseeing ride, rather than a dining package; any optional refreshments sit outside the included cruise. You can use the onboard internet connection during the journey.

Departure and ticket access

The cruise departs from Central Station, with the starting-point address at Prins Hendrikkade 25, Amsterdam. Arrive 15 minutes before departure to allow time before the boat leaves. Tickets are delivered instantly, and smartphone tickets are accepted, so you can present your ticket on your phone. The arrival allowance is separate from the hour spent cruising: build both into your schedule when planning your time around the departure.

Frequently Asked Questions about Amsterdam: Lovers Canal Cruise from Central Station

What does the cruise ticket include?

It covers a one-hour canal cruise, an audio guide and free Wi-Fi onboard. Optional food and beverages are excluded.

What can I learn from the audio guide?

The guide provides commentary during the cruise and is available in 19 languages, including English, Dutch, French and Spanish.

How long is the cruise, and when should I arrive?

The cruise lasts one hour. Arrive 15 minutes before departure.

Where does the cruise depart from?

It departs from Central Station at Prins Hendrikkade 25, Amsterdam.

Can I use my phone to show the ticket?

Yes. Smartphone tickets are accepted, and tickets are delivered instantly.

Can I cancel the booking?

Cancellation is available up to 24 hours before the timeslot.

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