City Canal Cruise

Blue Boat Company is your partner for all types of canal cruises and their luxurious boat tours are a great introduction to our beautiful city. Amsterdam’s 17th-century canal was added to the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2010, and Blue Boat Company’s 75-minute canal cruise is the best way to experience Amsterdam's highlights.

At Blue Boat Company, you will be accompanied on your cruise through "Mokum" (as the locals like to call it) by two very local guides: Ron & Nel. Married for over 40 years and living in Amsterdam for even longer, they are eager to share their love of the city with you. Their audio commentary is filled with historical facts and stories, urban legends, humour and music. They will take you back to the early days of the port of Amsterdam, as well as introduce you to the vibrant city of today.

All of the boats are equipped with a personal audio system that lets you select your preferred commentary. You can choose between "Experience Amsterdam" with local guides Ron & Nel or the classic Blue Boat story. You can switch between the options as often as you like, and the complimentary headphones are yours to keep after the cruise.

The personal audio system also lets you choose the language you prefer. "Experience Amsterdam with Ron & Nel" is available in 6 languages (Dutch, English, Spanish, French, German and Italian) and the classic tour is available in 13 languages (Dutch, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Polish, Japanese, Russian, Chinese, Swedish, Finish and Croatian).

Rain or shine, Blue Boat Company sails 365 days a year. In winter they close the roof and turn on the central heating, and in summer the roof is opened to let the sun and fresh breeze in. So no matter what the weather is like, it's always comfortable on board. Blue Boat Company is also the only canal cruise company with wheelchair accessible boats.