What to do and see in Grachtengordel-Zuid, North Holland Province: The Best Boat Tours & Water Sports

December 20, 2021 Kelli Reichel

This city, full of colorful homes, canals and bridges, is one of Europe's most picturesque capitals. Must-sees on any visitor's itinerary include the Anne Frank House, the Van Gogh Museum and the world's only floating flower market. Rent a bike and join thousands of locals navigating Amsterdam's labyrinthine streets, or just take in the sights on foot. For an unusual and memorable alternative to hotels, consider staying in a houseboat.
Restaurants in Amsterdam

1. KINboat

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5.0 based on 1,564 reviews

KINboat

KINboat represents friendship, comfort and friendly service, for like-minded people, in other words ‘KINship’. KINboat believes that friendships arise and strengthen on the water of the Amsterdam canals. The boats are 100% electric and 'green' for group combinations between 6 and 40 persons. Birthday, wedding, event, colleagues, friends/family, lunch/drinks/dinner. Try the 60 minutes tour 'Cruise like a local' or "Small Open Boat tour.

2. Private Canal Cruises

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5.0 based on 37 reviews

Private Canal Cruises

Can you imagine a better way to discover the 400 year old canals of Amsterdam..? On board of our beautifully restored saloon boat Salute and classic sloop Style you will experience Amsterdam in style. Our captains will also be your guide and they have years of experience on the canals of Amsterdam. They will take you to the most beautiful spots: admire the imposing Amsterdam Canal houses on the Herengracht Canal in the Golden bend, enjoy the wide Amstel River, the Skinny Bridge, the Intercontinental Amstel Hotel and Royal Theatre Carré. Our boats are 100% electric, so you won’t hear or smell the engine.

3. Captain Dave Amsterdam

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5.0 based on 103 reviews

Captain Dave Amsterdam

Our Early Morning cruise is a wonderful way to start your day in Amsterdam! If you can't make it this early, we have a good alternative in the afternoon; Cruise Like a Local. Captain Dave and his crew are passionate about their city and clearly enjoy sharing their knowledge and humor. When in Amsterdam you will see many tour boats on the canals of Amsterdam, most of them appear large and impersonal on a very set route/schedule. Our boat is small and intimate and very comfortable; roof can be on or off depending on the weather, we provide drinks and snacks, blankets and heated seat cushions (so great on a cool morning!). We point -with a personal touch- out many historical and architectural insights about the city as you float through the canals.

4. St. Nicolaas Boat Club

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4.5 based on 61 reviews

St. Nicolaas Boat Club

The St. Nicolaas Boat Club of Amsterdam is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of historic boats on the Amsterdam canals.Founded in 1997, the stichting (non-profit club) has given boat rides to thousands of people. This is a unique opportunity to see Amsterdam from the perspective of a historic open-air tuindersvlet. These boats were traditionally used to carry agricultural products to markets. They were also used as general barges to shuttle materials around cities.Tuindersvletten are not glamorous boats, but they are perfect for the canals. These are the iron boats on which the city was built. They are characterized by their low sides and flat bottom. They are great for carrying vegetables, cows, bricks, and now... people.

5. Agatha Amsterdam

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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Agatha Amsterdam

Salonboot Agatha is a beautiful 100 years old gentleman's luxurious boat.With this boat you will go through the canals like the rich and famous did in the early 1900's. Enjoy the tour with a warm boat with a bar on board.

6. Punter Boat

Punter Boat

We use one of a kind ships, which distinguish themselves from the mainstream. We have personal setting and like to engage with the interests of our guests. We love tell stories while being in dialogue with you! Join our cruise and have a wonderful experience! We have several options for several prices!

7. Starlet Saloon Boat

Starlet Saloon Boat

Starlet stands for pretty cool cruises! One of a kind ship, which distinguish itself from the mainstream. We have personal setting and like to engage with the interests of our guests. We love tell stories while being in dialogue with you! Join our cruise and have a wonderful experience! We have several options for several prices!

8. Classic Boat Dinners

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4.5 based on 30 reviews

Classic Boat Dinners

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