Overview
Amsterdam's Canal Belt, with 165 waterways and 1,500 bridges, was inscribed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010. Cruising through this 17th-century Golden Age network of concentric canals reveals the tall, narrow gabled houses and centuries of city history. Along Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht, you'll pass merchant mansions, churches, and bridges from the 1600s. Cruises about EUR 15-18 (1 hour). Multiple operators depart from piers in front of Centraal Station.
Opening Hours
09:00-22:00 (varies by operator, departures every 30-60 minutes)
Travel Tips
Evening cruises are stunning, with canal-side lights reflecting on the water. Choose open boats on clear days.
Hotels near Canal Cruise
Hotels and guesthouses in Amsterdam, Canal Belt, Amsterdam
