Boat tours in Amsterdam
Amsterdam looks different from the water. The most comfortable months are June to August, with highs around 71°F (22°C) and about 11 rainy days a month.
Photo: Basile Morin, CC BY-SA 4.0
Top boat tours in Amsterdam
Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and CheeseFrom $19View 
Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks OptionFrom $21View 
Amsterdam Open Boat Tour with Local GuideFrom $21View 
Amsterdam Hop-On Hop-Off 24h or 48h Bus and Boat OptionFrom $31View 
Amsterdam Canal Tour by Open Boat – 90 min Small Group ExperienceFrom $37View 
Amsterdam: The Bulldog Boat Tour, Smoke-Friendly incl. 2 DrinksFrom $34View
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Local operators and places
Names that come up for boat tours in Amsterdam:
How to pick a good boat tour
- Decide between a shared boat (cheaper, fixed route) and a private charter (your pace, your stops).
- Ask whether the boat has shade. An open deck for three hours in summer is hard work.
- Morning departures usually have calmer water; afternoons can get windy and choppy.
- Check the cancellation rule for bad weather. Good operators rebook or refund if they cancel.
Amsterdam month by month
Averages for Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, 1991–2020.
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| High °F (°C) | 43 (6) | 44 (7) | 50 (10) | 58 (14) | 64 (18) | 69 (20) | 73 (23) | 72 (22) | 67 (19) | 58 (15) | 50 (10) | 44 (7) |
| Low °F (°C) | 34 (1) | 34 (1) | 37 (3) | 41 (5) | 47 (9) | 52 (11) | 56 (14) | 56 (13) | 52 (11) | 46 (8) | 40 (5) | 35 (2) |
| Rainy days | 12 | 11 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 |
| Sunset (15th) | 4:56 pm | 5:53 pm | 6:44 pm | 8:38 pm | 9:29 pm | 10:04 pm | 9:56 pm | 9:07 pm | 7:57 pm | 6:47 pm | 4:48 pm | 4:27 pm |
Questions
When is the best time for boat tours in Amsterdam?
June to August. Expect highs around 71°F (22°C) and about 11 rainy days a month. The least comfortable months are January and February.
What time is sunset in Amsterdam?
Sunset comes earliest in December, around 4:27 pm, and latest in June, around 10:04 pm. Pick a date in the planner above for the exact time.
Where can I book boat tours in Amsterdam?
The tours above book on Viator. Compare group size, duration, what is included and the cancellation terms before you pick one.
