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The 15 Evening Experiences in Amsterdam a Local Would Point You At

28 tours  ·  from $18

The good evening experiences go weeks ahead and the best go sooner. Below: 15 to book early, what each covers and where they differ.

Amsterdam: Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks - Boarding near Stadhouderskade
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Amsterdam: Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks

1.Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 19,696 reviews · from $22Our pick

Cruise Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals for 90 minutes with multilingual audio commentary, warm covered seating, and views of the Skinny Bridge, Rijksmuseum, and Amstel. Add a snack box with crisps, popcorn, stroopwafels, peanuts, and a choice of soft drink, beer, or wine. Captain Peter is known for adding lively commentary when scheduled.

“I'd like more info from the captain as we travel along”

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Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Onboard Bar - The guide matters more than the script
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Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Onboard Bar

2.Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise with Live Guide and Onboard Bar

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,619 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $24

Spend about an hour on an electric boat through Amsterdam’s evening canals, with live commentary and drinks available from the onboard bar. Routes vary by departure point and may pass the Anne Frank House, Westerkerk, Rijksmuseum, Magere Brug, and Amstel. Boats can hold up to 45 people, so arrive ready for a shared ride.

“We had an awesome evening out vibing with some good people that we met. The guides Laia and Ruxi were awesome , knowledgeable and showed kindness. Michael our boat captain kept us safe while piloting. Your staff and services are awesome.. I recommend this trip”

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Amsterdam: Evening Pizza Cruise Along the Canals - Choosing your New York Pizza
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Amsterdam: Evening Pizza Cruise Along the Canals

3.Evening Pizza Cruise Along the Canals

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,389 reviews · from $40

Join Stromma at Damrak Pier 5 for a 90-minute evening cruise through Amsterdam’s Canal Belt. Pick a New York Pizza, enjoy unlimited beer, wine, or soft drinks, and listen to the captain and English-speaking host share city stories. The heated boat has Wi-Fi and a toilet, making this an easygoing choice for families, couples, and groups.

“Loved this trip! A great way to see the city whilst enjoying a drink and a delicious pizza. Definitely recommend!”

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Amsterdam: Cozy Evening Canal Cruise With Open Bar Option - Starting near Oudezijds Voorburgwal 230
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Amsterdam: Cozy Evening Canal Cruise With Open Bar Option

4.Cozy Evening Canal Cruise With Open Bar Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,565 reviews · from $22

Spend one relaxed hour on Amsterdam’s canals with a skipper and English-speaking host. You’ll pass Jordaan, Prinsengracht, the Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, the Amstel, and Anne Frank House. The boat holds up to 26 people, is partly covered for rain, and offers an optional drinks package.

“Lu and Wessel made this an awesome experience! It was a great tour with awesome views. A great way to spend an hour seeing the beautiful city!”

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Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise with (Open) Bar on Board - What you see along the one-hour route
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Amsterdam: Evening Canal Cruise with (Open) Bar on Board

5.Evening Canal Cruise with (Open) Bar on Board

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,080 reviews · 1 hour · from $18Best value

Spend one hour cruising Amsterdam’s canals with an English-speaking skipper and hostess. Expect illuminated bridges, canal houses, Westerkerk, the Anne Frank House, Magere Brug, and the Amstel, plus local stories and onboard drinks. Boats may be open or classic salon style, so bring warm layers and check your departure point carefully.

“Brilliant tour guide! So so funny and informative about the city! Boat trip was fantastic plenty of wine/beer for everyone to have”

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Amsterdam: Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise - Meeting near Central Station
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Amsterdam: Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

6.Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 839 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $41

Settle into a comfortable canal boat near Amsterdam Central Station for 90 minutes of illuminated bridges, Golden Age merchant houses, houseboats, Dutch cheeses, bread, and wine. English-speaking crew members keep glasses filled, while the captain may add music, jokes, and city facts. The boat is not suitable for wheelchair users.

“This was a great experience. Sights, old school tunes and wine and cheese flowing. Excellent value.”

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Amsterdam: Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise - Meeting near Central Station
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Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

7.Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 798 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $40

Join a 75-minute evening cruise from Damrak 16 in central Amsterdam. You’ll sit inside a glass-enclosed boat, pass illuminated bridges and canal houses, and enjoy Dutch cheese with wine, beer, or soft drinks. The mood can be quiet and romantic or lively, depending on the boat and group.

“The tour was fabulous! The staff was great and Fatima kept our wine glasses full. It was a relaxing experience and it was lovely to see Amsterdam lit up”

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Evening Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with Wine & Cheese Option - Boarding at Blue Boat Company
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Evening Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with Wine & Cheese Option

8.Evening Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with Wine & Cheese Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 781 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $23

You’ll cruise Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals and parts of the IJ and Amstel rivers aboard a Blue Boat Company vessel for about 90 minutes. Expect illuminated bridges, canal houses, Westerkerk, Centraal Station, the Skinny Bridge, and A’DAM Tower. Choose the basic ride, a snack and soft drink, or a wine and cheese box.

“Viator provided the incorrect meeting point address. Luckily we arrived to the listed address with enough time to spare to speed walk 10 minutes to the actual dock. Not easy when pregnant. We weren't alone in being misdirected, but we were the last to load into the boat due to this. Almost lost our entire experience because of this. The experience itself was nothing special, I wasn't anticipating sitting in silence plugged into a headset on a boat learning facts about Amsterdam.”

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Amsterdam Evening Cosy & Small Cruise & Drinks and Bites - Sunset - The open electric boat makes a difference
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Amsterdam Evening Cosy & Small Cruise & Drinks and Bites – Sunset

9.Amsterdam Evening Cosy & Small Cruise & Drinks and Bites – Sunset

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 700 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $48Top rated

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for 90 minutes from the Rijksmuseum with Captain Jack Amsterdam. Expect an open electric boat, sunset and evening views, cheese, crackers, wine, beer, soft drinks, and relaxed storytelling from captains such as Roland, JP, Teun, and Dan. Bring a coat, and use the bathroom before boarding.

“Lovely evening cruise with the lights of Amsterdam made for a memorable cruise! Captain Frank was knowledgeable and accommodating!”

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Amsterdam: Red Light District Exclusive Night Tour - Starting near the Basilica of Saint Nicholas
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Amsterdam: Red Light District Exclusive Night Tour

10.Red Light District Exclusive Night Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 307 reviews · 2 hours · from $28

Walk Amsterdam’s Red Light District for two hours with a local English or German-speaking guide. Expect the Old Church, Chinatown, canals, Zeedijk, the Condomerie, Casa Rosso, smart shops, and the city’s first coffeeshop, with plenty of context on sex work, drug policy, and changing local attitudes.

“The guide …David ….was fantastic. We learned a lot and had fun”

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Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Guided Evening Cruise - The cheese and wine setup
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Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Guided Evening Cruise

11.Amsterdam Wine and Cheese Guided Evening Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 236 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $42

Settle into a glass-enclosed boat near Amsterdam Central Station for a 90-minute evening cruise with Dutch cheeses and a choice of wine. You’ll pass the Golden Bend, Magere Brug, the Amstel, Oudezijds canals, Oosterdok, and other landmarks. Commentary varies, so book this for relaxed canal views and drinks more than a history lesson.

“Excellent experience! The Captain and his crew did an excellent job with great wine, bread and multiple cheeses to experience. The music and comedy provided by the Captain way very entertaining and fun. I would definitely recommend this cruise”

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Amsterdam: Evening Cocktail Cruise along the canals - Damrak 16 is your starting point
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Amsterdam: Evening Cocktail Cruise along the canals

12.Evening Cocktail Cruise along the canals

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 233 reviews · from $45

Spend 75 minutes on Amsterdam’s canals with unlimited cocktails and non-alcoholic drinks, plus wine, nachos, crostinis, and salty snacks. Your English-speaking host points out sights such as Magere Brug, Prinsengracht, and Amsterdam Centraal. Seating is assigned, so book your whole group together and arrive early for a better view.

“definitely great experience. great welcome onboard, good drinks and unlimited wine, nice snacks”

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Amsterdam 2-Hour Evening Cruise With Live Guide and Bar - The 17th-century Canal Ring
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Amsterdam 2-Hour Evening Cruise With Live Guide and Bar

13.Amsterdam 2-Hour Evening Cruise With Live Guide and Bar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 134 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $51

Spend about two hours on Amsterdam’s canals with a live English-speaking guide, passing the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, Rijksmuseum, NEMO, and Central Station. The boat holds no more than 18 people. Dutch snacks are included, while wine, beer, and other drinks can be bought at the onboard bar. Guides may include Abel, Jules, Gert, or Captain Pete.

“After a few blips with scheduling, the customer service really stepped it up and made things right. I’m glad because it was a great little canal cruise. Beautiful, small group setting. Showed us a lot, learned some things and captain was fun. Make sure you get the booking details confirmed -but anything that didn’t work right through scheduling for this trip, they did want to make it right.”

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1-Hour Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise - Covered boat, clear windows, and the photography question
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1-Hour Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise

14.1-Hour Amsterdam Evening Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 124 reviews · from $72

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for about an hour aboard a covered boat, passing lit bridges, houseboats, waterfront cafés, Amsterdam Centraal, and distinctive leaning houses. Audio commentary is available in several languages. Arrive 10 minutes early at Lovers Canal Cruises on Prins Hendrikkade, and try for a window seat.

“One can see the things which normally not everyone is aware of. Leaning buildings had been built as per Government regulations and not that they are leaning on their own due to vintage.”

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Amsterdam: Private Romantic Evening Boat Tour with Prosecco - Meeting the boat at Keizersgracht 401
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Amsterdam: Private Romantic Evening Boat Tour with Prosecco

15.Private Romantic Evening Boat Tour with Prosecco

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 108 reviews

Share a private evening cruise for two through Amsterdam’s canal belt, with Prosecco, Dutch cheese, caramel waffles, blankets, and an English-speaking captain-storyteller. Guide Valentine has earned praise for his friendly manner and city history. The route passes seven famous bridges, the Amstel, and 17th-century canal houses.

“This was the best canal tour we could’ve imagined! Highly recommend.”

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