Best Amsterdam Canal Cruise! Our family of 3 enjoyed the must comfortable and scenic 9am morning…read morecruise. Just the right amount of time on the water, we were fully engaged the whole time. There was a small toilet on our boat but went unused as the tour goes quickly. Waters, wine, and beers were offered and a few of our friends enjoyed beverages. The quality and professionalism was outstanding, with a very knowledgeable English speaking captain (Pauline was great!). After seeing the other boats jam packed with tourists, we knew we made the right choice. Pure Boats is the way to go. Book it!

My boyfriend and I loved our experience at Pure Boats, especially after enduring a French boat…read morecruise that prioritized quantity over quality. Such an intimate boat with an open bar, charcuterie board, and friendly tour guide. I made four or five mimosas before I calmed down. We asked questions about living in the Netherlands that are rather unconventional, and he still managed to answer all of them. He managed to balance guiding the boat and conversing with all guests very well. He also stopped for all the guests to take photos at particularly scenic points in our tour. Definitely worth it to take your tour in the evening while the sun is setting and the weather isn't too hot! Most people who came were celebrating engagements or honeymoons. If that doesn't speak to the testament of the quality of this place, I don't know what does! Trusting a spot with one of the few important moments in your life where you don't splurge is impressive. We definitely passed by our fair share of other boat cruises, and this one has the most lovely interior. The high rating on Yelp is well deserved. What a memorable moment of our Amsterdam trip.

Great way to get around the Rotterdam harbor. Hop on a taxi. You can take a high speed taxi for…read moreabout 4-5 euros or ask the skipper for a water taxi tour as a way to see the Rotterdam harbor.

The Watertaxi is a wonderful way to get around. We were on the other side of the river and wanted…read moreto go over to the New York hotel for lunch. We went to the taxi stand and within minutes one arrived in a short time we were on the dock. It is reasonably priced and you can use a credit card.

Everyone wants to do a Canal tour and they're are so many options. We were just waking but and the…read moreguy on the aside of the Canal stood us to chat and talked us into it. Very friendly, but it was just timing. So I have no other info to base off of or compare . We were 2 adults and 2 kids and had a great time. They kept drinks going and the info coming. It was relaxing and informative and beautiful

Had such a good time, had to do it twice! Heard about Friendship on tiktok and we're so happy to…read morehave chosen this canal tour over the others! The boat was comfortable and far less crowded than the other ones in the area. The crew was incredible and so kind. We ended up buying a bottle of the Caramel Vodka that they sell, highly recommend it in a mule! Once we had finished the first tour, we bought another ticket right there because we were enjoying ourselves so much and wanted to go around again!

I rented a boat here last summer and had a really pleasant experience on the water. The boats are…read moreelectric, quiet, and very easy to steer, which makes for a relaxing afternoon. The staff member who helped us was great, and the whole payment/refund process for the deposit was quick and painless. A few things to keep in mind before you book: Pricing: It's definitely on the pricier side. I noticed it was about 1/3 more expensive than other self-rental spots just a little further down the same canal. It's worth doing a quick price comparison if you're on a budget. Winter Closure: Just a heads up for off-season travelers--they are closed during the winter months (usually Nov-Feb) because it gets way too cold and windy on the open water. GPS & Navigation: While the central operators use GPS to track the boat, they don't always alert you if a specific canal is temporarily closed for maintenance. We ran into a few "no entry" signs and had to take a massive detour around Centraal Station. The "Late Fee" Trap: Because of the closed canals, we arrived back later than planned. They are very strict about timing and we were charged for an extra hour. My advice: Head back toward the drop-off site early. If you still have 20 minutes left, just cruise around the immediate area so you're guaranteed to moor on time. Overall, it's a solid 3 or 4-star experience. Great boats and helpful staff, but give yourself a huge time buffer for navigation so you don't get hit with extra fees.

Amsterdam is a city of water, regardless of the quality of the water in the canals. When the…read moreweather is great and you are with good company, one of the things you want to do is to be on a boat. Unfortunately, this usually happens only a few times a year, and when you don't have a boat of your own. You look for a place to rent a boat for a few hours from. Sloepdelen is a small(ish) company of very professional people that specializes in renting out very well maintained battery powered boats suitable for everyone. The boats are quite comfortable and you will never miss owning a boat. That, along with very cheap prices make it a no-brainer to rent from them. As it gets busy during good days in Amsterdam, it is highly recommended to reserve a boat at least a few hours in advance. Then, you just get in your boat, go around wherever your heart wishes (barring a few routes) and have a gala time. There is not much more to say in favor of Sloepdelen other than how awesome they are with dealing with people. I was floored...and hope this wasn't a one-off occurrence. Here's also hoping that the next summer is as good as the summer of 2012!

Had an unreal evening with Cap't Dominic tonight. He killed it on our tour. Like so impressed. Grew…read moreup in the Netherlands, loves his country, has been navigating the canals since he was 14 and loves his job. What an amazing person to be around for 3 hours. The tour is pricey. But you are getting an unreal meal as good as any 1/2/3 star Michelin restaurant. They have a great bar selection. And a ride around the entire city with an amazing tour guide. 1st Course: I had salmon with dill tops. My wife had prawns. 2nd course: my wife had a Scottish steak + croquettes and I had the surf and turf. 3rd corse / dessert: my wife gas cre me brûlée and I had a cheese plate. Live the tour of the city. Amazing doing it mid August as you start the tour in the light and then it is dark by the end.

This boat tour was just okay. I did like that they were able to accommodate changing our tickets…read morebecause I accidentally booked it on the wrong day. We chose the Rotterdam Harbour Tour for 17.50 euros per person. It took us all around to explore this port city for 75 minutes. The audio guide was a recording that was in both Dutch and English (this is the main driver behind the review rating). I recommend sitting on the top in the back right for the best views.

If you're interested in shipping, logistics & big transport ships this is the tour for you. The 75…read moremin turn around the harbor provides a guided tour of a working shipping harbor undertaken in multiple language. Worth a look.

We had a tour in a boat for a maximum of 10 people. The tour was personal, boat on time, good…read morecommunication both around the booking and during the tour, a friendly well-informed guide / experienced skipper (Deep) who really knew interesting things to tell about the theme and the artworks of the light festival. Very nice to do, yourself or if you have guests in Amsterdam. In short, highly recommended, we will definitely book with Paping again next time.

This was one of the best trips I've had while travelling in a long time. Paap was such a friendly,…read morevibrant and whimsical guide who indulged me in all of my questions and offered amazing stories and anecdotes about a city and country that you can tell he truly loves. Paap made sure we felt taken care of at all times and truly showed us the best of the Amsterdam canals. The boat itself is so cozy and gives you panoramic views as you sail through the various canals. At the end, we got even more time than we signed up for (courtesy of the gracious and generous Paap), some wine, and a literal drop off in front of an amazing German restaurant. We love "uncle" Paap and would recommend him to any traveler and local alike. Thank you Paap and good luck on your amazing new adventure ahead!

I couldn't be in Amsterdam without taking a canal cruise..... Luckily, I was able to hop onto this…read moreone. For EUR14.50 for a hour cruise, I really couldn't go wrong. The boat had several tables to sit at. The tour was a pre-recorded English speaking narration. However, the captain of the boat would interject at times. Go and relax! Enjoy a cruise!

Imagine a budget airline with no frills but gets you from Point A to Point B. Well, Rederji Boat…read moreTours does just that for your Amsterdam canal experience, and that's the way I like it. Seriously can't get better than a €10.50 boat ride that allows you to experience one of the greatest cities in Europe. My friend and I agreed that we just wanted to experience going through the canals on a nice day while still learning a bit about the history of Amsterdam. Rederji popped up in my search mostly for how affordable the experience was! Their departure dock is easy to find and boats set sail roughly every half hour or until it gets filled. The tour lasts for about 90 minutes and you truly get to see what makes Amsterdam so beautiful. The tour is automated with an announcer cycling through 3-4 different languages, with English being the third making it easy to catch the site while hearing what it's about. I'll admit that some parts seemed to stretch a bit (e.g. this random person's mansion squished between two equally as amusing buildings), but we didn't mind. There's no formalities and no bag checks, so you can feel free to bring snacks and drinks on board with you as you set sail around the canals. We enjoyed our time on this boat and would recommend it for anyone on a budget and want an enjoyable experience.