Canal Motorboats - Amsterdam's First Boat Rental

Rent a boat and sail yourself, join public canal tours, or rent a private boat with captain

At Canal Motorboats, everything is possible! You can rent a boat in Amsterdam and sail it yourself, buy a ticket and join our public canal tours, or rent a large private boat with a captain. We also have various locations throughout Amsterdam.

Rent a boat and sail yourself

Looking to rent a boat in Amsterdam? At Canal Motorboats, you can rent an electric boat with a steering wheel and navigate it yourself for the best price available. You don't need a boating license or experience, but you must be at least 18 years old to operate the boat. Our boats can accommodate a total of 8 persons. Choose from the following 5 locations:

• Zandhoek 22, 1013 KT Amsterdam
• Westerdoksdijk 705, 1013 BX Amsterdam
• Nassaukade 341, 1053LZ Amsterdam
• Polonceaukade 20, 1014 DA Amsterdam
• Borneosteiger 8, 1019 KM Amsterdam

Tip: Currently, we have a Super Deal promotion where you get €20 off on 2 hours of self-sailing from Monday to Friday! Check out our website for more information about our self-drive boats.

Tickets for public canal tours

Step aboard and cruise with our shared canal cruise boat along the most famous highlights of Amsterdam! You can choose between two departure locations: Amsterdam Centraal Station or Prinsengracht. Wherever you board, you’ll also disembark. We cruise for about 1 hour, passing several attractions in Amsterdam Centrum. Think of the Dancing Houses, the Skinny Bridge, Herengracht, Prinsengracht, the Red Light District, and much more. Purchase affordable tickets on our website. Families and children receive a discount! Learn more about our public canal tours.

• From Amsterdam Central Station
• From Prinsengracht

Rent a private canal tour boat with captain

Prefer not to sail yourself or are you with a large group? For example a corporate outings, day with the whole family or just a fun time with friends? A private canal tour with captain through Amsterdam is the best choice! Our private canal tour boat can accommodate 30 persons. You can add extra options such as an open bar, snacks, and flexible boarding locations. Our experienced captain will show you the city's most beautiful spots while you experience the real Amsterdam with snacks and drinks. Book a private canal tour with captain on our website.