Experience the beauty of Amsterdam at night on a 90-minute canal cruise with Blue Boat Company. See the city’s illuminated historic center, iconic bridges, and 17th-century buildings while listening to an informative audio guide. Buy drinks and snacks before boarding!
- Blue Boat Company - Our Evening Cruise is a 90 minute night cruise that introduces you to the unique vibe of Amsterdam by night. Thousands of lights highlight the hundreds of bridges and the iconic buildings alongside the canals. Our waiter welcomes you on board our comfortable, luxurious boat and take your pick from one of 21 available languages in our Personal Audio System.
- Amsterdam Canal Cruises - A cruise on Amsterdam’s canals is a must for any first-time visitor! By doing this early in your trip you will get a great perspective of the city.
Amsterdam Canal Cruises doesn’t only offer canal cruises, but also museums, attractions, tours and more!
- Canal Ring (Grachtengordel) - The Grachtengordel (known in English as the Canal District) is a neighborhood in Amsterdam, Netherlands located in the Centrum district. The seventeenth-century canals of Amsterdam, located in the center of Amsterdam, were added to the UNESCO World Heritage List in August 2010.[1] The Amsterdam Canal District consists of the area around the city’s four main canals: the Singel, the Herengracht, the Keizersgracht, and the Prinsengracht. From the Brouwersgracht, the canals are generally parallel with one another, leading gradually southeast into the Amstel river.
Many of the canal houses in the Amsterdam Canal District are from the Dutch Golden Age, 17th century. Many of these buildings, however, underwent restoration or reconstruction in various centuries, meaning that these building display many different architectural styles and facades
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Grachtengordel - Cruising along the famous canals of the old city of Amsterdam
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Westerkerk - The Westerkerk was built between 1620 and 1631 in Renaissance style according to designs by architect Hendrick de Keyser (1565-1621). He is buried in the church he designed earlier: the ‘Zuiderkerk’. The building of the Westerkerk was finished and completed by his son Pieter de Keyser (1595-1676) and inaugurated on June 8, 1631. The church has a length of 58 meters and a width of 29 meters. The high nave is flanked by the two lower aisles. The three-aisled basilica has a rectangular plan with two transepts of equal dimensions. As a result, the plan for this church was given the form of two Greek crosses connected with each other.
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IJ - Cruising along the IJ river of Amsterdam
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A’dam Lookout - A’DAM LOOKOUT is an observation deck with an unrivalled panoramic view of Amsterdam. You’ll see the city’s historical centre, its pulsating port, the unique Dutch polder landscape and you’ll spot the famous canals which belong to the UNESCO World Heritage list. Complementing the experience is a state-of-the-art interactive exhibition and free audio tour about Amsterdam’s history and culture. A’DAM LOOKOUT is located on top of the A’DAM Tower in Amsterdam North.
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Centraal Station - Amsterdam Centraal was designed by Pierre Cuypers, who is also known for his design of the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. While Cuypers was the principal architect, it is believed that he focused mostly on the decoration of the station building and left the structural design to railway engineers
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NEMO Science Museum - NEMO Science Museum is an interactive, informal learning environment in which the general public comes into contact with science and technology. Visitors see, hear and experience how scientific phenomena and technology play an important part in their lives. NEMO works closely with the fields of science and education. NEMO is a registered museum and the owner of a significant historical collection.
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The Amstel - Cruising along the Amstel river
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- Magere Brug - The famous skinny bridge across the river Amstel and opposite of the Carré theatre, is an Old Dutch design wooden bridge known as a double-swipe (balanced) bridge. Tradition relates that the bridge was named after the sisters Mager, who were supposed to live on opposite sides of the river. They are said to have had the wooden bridge built to make it easier to visit one another. However it appears more likely, that the original bridge acquired the name from being so narrow (mager means skinny in Dutch), that it was hard for two pedestrians to pass one along another.
- InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam, an IHG Hotel - The InterContinental Amstel Amsterdam Hotel, commonly referred to as the Amstel Hotel, is a hotel in Amsterdam, capital city of the Netherlands, on the east bank of the river Amstel.
n 2007, it was the only hotel in the Netherlands on the list of World’s Best Hotels, and was ranked in 90th place.[1]
The Amstel Hotel is part of the InterContinental Hotels chain. In 2006 the building was sold to Morgan Stanley. In 2011 the Lebanese businessman Toufic Aboukhater bought the hotel. In 2014 the hotel was acquired by Qatar-based Katara Hospitality, but is still operated by the InterContinental Hotels Group
- Rijksmuseum - This iconic museum in the heart of Amsterdam is a must-visit for any culture lover. The Rijksmuseum houses more than 8,000 works of art from Dutch and European history, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh.
- Holland Casino Amsterdam Centrum - Fancy an exciting evening out in a relaxed setting? Then come to Holland Casino Amsterdam Centre! You’ll find us in the heart of Amsterdam, with the largest selection of table games in the Netherlands. Play a variety of exciting table games, such as American Roulette, Black Jack, Poker and Punto Banco or take a seat behind one of the many slot machines.
- Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam - Enjoy the legendary flavors of classic American dining in an energetic, modern setting right on the waterside at Hard Rock Cafe Amsterdam. We’re located on Max Euweplein, just a two minute walk from the Leidseplein entertainment area. We’re just steps away from the Paradiso live music venue, the Holland Casino, Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and plenty of other attractions. Our restaurant is not only the perfect spot to kick off any day or night, but we are also a museum of pop culture with authentic memorabilia from rock ‘n’ roll legends like Jimi Hendrix and Elvis Presley.
- 90-minute evening sightseeing cruise
- Snackbox (if option selected)
- Audio commentary in 21 languages
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Gratuities
Embark on a canal boat and witness Amsterdam in its utmost splendor - during twilight when the city’s lights begin to sparkle.
The optimal perspective of Amsterdam lies within its waters. During this hour and a half canal voyage, it becomes evident. The voyage presents you with captivating views of the historic city center, lit up by countless shimmering lights.
Explore the foremost attractions, legendary bridges, and 17th-century structures adorning the canals. New architecture and bridges reveal a historical city deeply entrenched in its past while still evolving.
As you admire the passing scenery, an audio guide (available in 20 languages) provides the essential details about Amsterdam; its stories, myths, and historical facts. Refreshments and snacks are available for purchase at the ticket counter prior to embarking!
- Wheelchair seats need to be reserved. Please call 0031 20 679 13 70
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
