Amsterdam Sunset Canal Cruise with Open Bar
Recommended by 92% of travelers
Amsterdam, Netherlands
- 1 hour (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Watch Amsterdam transform after sunset, without jostling the crowds on land, during an early evening cruise during golden hour. See historic houses and bridges bathed in atmospheric light as you cruise the UNESCO-listed waterways and sip unlimited beer and wine from an open bar.
- Kick off your evening without committing to a busy bar or restaurant
- Heated seats help keep you comfortable on colder evening cruises
- See more of Amsterdam than you could on foot
- Cruising at sunset results in gorgeous golden hour snaps
What's Included
- 100% electric boats
- Coffee/Tea
- Local guide
- Toilet
- Unlimited Heineken beer, wines and soft drinks
- Food
- Transportation to/from attractions
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- Amstel 51F, 1018 EJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
The boating dock in front of the H'ART Museum. Formerly known as the Hermitage Museum.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Itinerary
1
Boat Amsterdam
Admission Ticket Free
2
The Amstel
Admission Ticket Free
3
Dutch National Opera & Ballet
Admission Ticket Free
4
Red Light District
Admission Ticket Free
5
Magere Brug
Admission Ticket Free
6
Herengracht
Admission Ticket Free
7
Prinsengracht
Admission Ticket Free
8
Boerejongens Coffeeshop Center
Admission Ticket Free
9
Amsterdam Cheese Museum
Admission Ticket Free
10
Amsterdam Cheese Company (leidsestraat)
Admission Ticket Free
11
Amsterdam Canal Ring
Admission Ticket Free
12
Amsterdam Icebar
Admission Ticket Free
13
Munt Tower (Munttoren)
Admission Ticket Free
14
Rokin
Admission Ticket Free
15
Memorial to Koningin Wilhemina
Admission Ticket Free
16
The Bulldog The First
Admission Ticket Free
17
Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder
Admission Ticket Free
18
Brouwerij de Prael
Admission Ticket Free
19
Weeping Tower
Admission Ticket Free
20
NEMO Science Museum
Admission Ticket Free
21
Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum
Admission Ticket Free
22
Architecture Centre of Amsterdam
Admission Ticket Free
23
Waterlooplein Market
Admission Ticket Free
24
Hortus Botanicus
Admission Ticket Free
25
Montelbaanstoren
Admission Ticket Free
26
Leprozenpoort
Admission Ticket Free
27
Museum Het Rembrandthuis
Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Infants must sit on laps
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- erary provided is just an example. Routes may vary due to traffic, construction works, and weather conditionsPlease note that the itin
- Please note that our boats are open in summer. In spring and in fall the boats can be open or covered, depending on weather in the morning. And in winter they will be covered and we will have heated seats.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- In case of bad weather we provide umbrella's. In some cases of bad weather or season we might use a covered boat. In case the tour is cancelled by the operator, you will be offered a different date or a full refund.
- Minimum drinking age is 18 years
- Our crew speaks both Dutch and English
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 35 travelers
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
Traveler Photos
Featured review
Host was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend the trip especially the sunset cruise.
Reviews
4.7
based on 12 reviews
Amazing experience!
Best attraction, relaxed ride and informative dialogue of Amsterdam history and culture.
Lisa was great! Knowledgeable, personable, and friendly. Really enjoyed the sunset cruise. Would highly recommend.
Amazing canal cruise at sunset, unlimited drinks were great and crew were very friendly and knowledgeable. Would definitely recommend and do it myself again!
Great guide. Learned a lot of history about Amsterdam and the canals. Would definitely recommend. Jasmin was great
Response from Host, Jul 2026
Dear Melissa,
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed learning about Amsterdam's fascinating history and beautiful canals. Jasmin has a real passion for sharing the city's stories, and we'll be sure to pass your lovely compliments on to her.
Watching the city transform during sunset is one of our favourite moments of the day, and we're so pleased you chose to experience it with us.
Thank you for your recommendation and for choosing Boat Amsterdam. We hope to welcome you back on board the next time you're in Amsterdam!
it was a great evening on the water. The weather was a little cool, but they had blankets. Also had beer and wine - and a clean toilet! Loved learning about the area and seeing all the different architecture.
Response from Host, Jun 2026
Dear Lisa,
Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review!
We're delighted to hear that you had such a great evening on the water. Although the weather was a little cooler, we're pleased our blankets helped keep you comfortable so you could fully enjoy the experience. We always select the most suitable boat for the weather conditions, ensuring our guests have a comfortable cruise while still enjoying the beautiful views.
It's also great to know you enjoyed the drinks on board, appreciated having a clean toilet available, and loved learning about Amsterdam's fascinating history and unique architecture from our guide.
Thank you for choosing Boat Amsterdam. We truly appreciate your recommendation and hope to welcome you back on board again soon for another unforgettable Amsterdam canal cruise!
The Clear was very friendly and knowledgeable of the history of Amsterdam. They made the whole experience enjoyable. We definitely would do it again..
Response from Host, May 2026
Thank you for your wonderful review, Martin! We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed your Amsterdam canal cruise with Boat Amsterdam and had such a great time during the sunset canal cruise through Amsterdam. It’s fantastic to know the crew’s friendly atmosphere and knowledge of Amsterdam’s history helped make the whole experience so enjoyable.
We truly appreciate your kind words and are very happy to hear you would join us again. We hope to welcome you back soon for another relaxing canal cruise on the beautiful Amsterdam canals!
The tour guide was very friendly and knew a lot of information about Amsterdam. The whole experience was great.
Host was excellent. Very knowledgeable. Would highly recommend the trip especially the sunset cruise.
Couldn’t make it due to a medical problem and they did not give me my refund. You would think they would be considerate.
Response from Host, Aug 2025
Dear Alecia,
Thank you for your review. You booked a cruise for two adults on Saturday 9th of august.
You did not show up for your departure and your seats were reserved for you and your second ticket.
Only two days later we receive a message from Viator that you would like to have your money back because your daughter was sick.
We understand that this is much more important, and we hope your daughter is well.
Unfortunately we have a 24 hour cancelation policy. If you would have contacted on Saturday we could have found a custom made solution for you. Because we have an excellent customer service.
But if you don't contact us directly, but only file a refund request through Viator 2 days later we are strict in our policy and we referred you to your travel insurance. We already expected your 1 star review, but we do not consider it to be fair. If you miss your airplane or train, and contact them 2 days later you would also not get a refund. I am certain you can claim it back from your travel insurance and we are more than happy to confirm to them that you missed the cruise. In case is something is wrong, please contact us before the departure.
We had a wonderful time with a female captain and a female guide. Both were extremely friendly, attentive, and knew how to tell many funny and exciting pieces of information about the city. We did the sunset tour, which resulted in extremely beautiful lighting conditions in and over the city and the water. Highly!! recommended!!!
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Response from Host, Jul 2026
Liebe Julia,
vielen herzlichen Dank für Ihre fantastische 5-Sterne-Bewertung!
Wie schön zu hören, dass Sie eine so wundervolle Zeit mit unserer Kapitänin und unserem Guide hatten. Es freut uns sehr, dass Ihnen ihre Freundlichkeit, Aufmerksamkeit und die spannenden Geschichten über Amsterdam so gut gefallen haben. Ihr tolles Lob geben wir selbstverständlich gerne an beide weiter.
Die Sunset Cruise gehört auch zu unseren persönlichen Favoriten. Während der Golden Hour zeigt sich Amsterdam von seiner allerschönsten Seite, und der Übergang vom Sonnenuntergang zu den funkelnden Lichtern entlang der Grachten macht jede Fahrt zu einem ganz besonderen Erlebnis.
Vielen Dank für Ihre herzliche Empfehlung. Als kleines Familienunternehmen bedeutet uns das sehr viel. Wir hoffen, Sie eines Tages wieder an Bord begrüßen zu dürfen!
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