We had Captain Andy for our evening canal tour - awesome experience!! Super funny and good size…read moregroup. Definitely ask your tour guide questions, it makes the ride funnier and more interesting.

Andy was a fantastic captain for our afternoon canal cruise! We did the "Strangers are gross"…read moreprivate tour and it was the perfect blend of historic info and natural banter and conversation. It felt more like a friend taking us out than a tour. Would 100% recommend to anyone.

Flagship Biking Tours was a great experience - we did the bike tour into the countryside with Skip…read more(excellent tour guide). This specific tour started in the city center and then moved to the countryside for a stop at a local farm with cheese and farm animals. Recommendation: stick to regular bikes and skip the e-bike option. The e bikes are expensive and are a bit of a hassle to keep turning back on after each stop. Bike ride was about 12 miles but very flat, so beginners will be fine. Flagship was very accommodating and due to an issue with our booking, was able to offer either a free boat tour or partial refund. Kind people, consider supporting the business!

One of the best experiences you'll ever have. The crew is really passionate about what they do and…read morethey will ensure you have a great time! The wine and cheese pair so well and the views are fantastic. Our entire crew was fantastic even the captain made it super special. Highly recommend!

Skip those large canal boat rides and go with a small boat and personalized tour with a native of…read moreAmsterdam. Our guide Jan was a first-rate skipper, guide, and a great on board host. Filled with knowledge and unusual things to see along the way, Jan was as personal and friendly as you could ever hope for in a tour guide / skipper. This was truly one of the highlights of our time in Amsterdam. The boat was small, and comfortable for the 4 of us, we drank beer and wine while nibbling on small bites, as we toured Amsterdam from the water. I lived in Amsterdam for quite some time and had walked most of the canals Jan took us through, but I learned plenty on this boat tour. Jan is a native of Amsterdam, and skippers' tours every day. I would not hesitate to recommend Amsterdam Boat Center if you're looking for a unique way to see Amsterdam.

My family and I very much enjoyed our Amsterdam Boat Center canal tour earlier in August. There…read moreare many canal tour companies in the area to pick from and while this one is on the pricier side, it was a very nice experience and lasted 90 minutes. The boat itself is very authentic and was very comfortable to sit in. We cruised through numerous canals around the city while the captain (who also acted as our guide) talked about the canals, history of Amsterdam, and the buildings flanking the canals. The only drawback was the lack of microphone because the captain/guide was difficult to hear at times if you were sitting in the back and other passengers were talking.

Last night we booked a "peaceful, romantic, CO-neutral evening canal cruise" in Amsterdam. What we…read moregot instead was part sightseeing tour, part improv comedy, and part low-speed nautical thriller. Honestly, I am still laughing. Our captain, Stefanie, opened the evening with what I can only describe as a legally binding statement "I will tell you everything about Amsterdam... and I will not lie." Bold. Confident. Inspirational. I trusted her immediately. To be clear, Stefanie was fantastic. Funny, personable, and working hard the entire time to keep things upbeat. The canals at night are stunning. The setting is absolutely top-tier. Now let's talk about the experience. The boat was described as "intimate," and credit where it's due, it actually was. Plenty of room, very comfortable. But the crowd was so international it felt like the United Nations had decided to take a field trip. I am pretty sure we solved at least two global issues before we left the dock. Then the journey began. Reverse gear? Optional. Possibly theoretical. The Red Light District? Hyped like the grand finale. "You have to see it at night." Did we see it? No. The canal was closed. Somewhere, dessert was served without us. At one point, we entered what I can only describe as a delicate negotiation with either another boat or a bridge. It was not a crash. It was more like two vehicles gently disagreeing about personal space. And through all of this, Stefanie remained calm, smiling, and narrating like everything was exactly as planned. Which brings me to my favorite moment of the night. During the chaos, she says "Please, take anything you want, I am so sorry!" Now remember, this is the same woman who PROMISED not to lie. So naturally, when we returned to the dock, I grabbed a bottle of wine. Not greedily. Respectfully. Like a man honoring a verbal contract. Immediately, a deckhand appears out of nowhere "You can't take that." I respond, calmly and with conviction "Stefanie said we could." Stefanie, without even blinking "I meant candies." Candies. At that exact moment, I realized I had just witnessed a masterclass in precision language. She did not lie. Not technically. She simply... left room for interpretation. Did she promise too much at the beginning of the tour? Possibly. Did I misunderstand the scope of "anything"? Also possible. Was I emotionally prepared to trade wine for candy? Absolutely not. All jokes aside, it was a hilarious, memorable, and genuinely fun evening. Not the flawless, whisper-quiet romantic cruise you might expect, but something far better. A boat full of great people, a captain who handled mild chaos like a pro, and a story that gets funnier every time I tell it. Would I do it again? Yes. Would I ask for a written list of what "anything you want" includes? Also yes.

This is the highlight of our trip so far. Captain Rubio (Gijs) is an amazing guide. We had…read morebeautiful weather but it would have been great even with rain - I noticed they have ways to keep you dry. The Dutch bites and unlimited drinks were a nice touch. We got to see so much of Amsterdam and get information on the city that you don't find online. Coming to Amsterdam? Do yourself a favor and take this tour!

After our late lunch at Brasserie De Joffres, my husband and I went to explore the city. One of…read morethe things that we were thinking of doing on our trip to Amsterdam was a canal tour, if time permitted. We walked through Vondelpark, and as we exited, we saw the Blue Boat Company. We went to see what time they offered tours, and they had an upcoming tour at 5pm, which was in about 20 minutes -- perfect timing! They also had snacks and drinks for purchase, and we bought a snack pack of cheese, crackers, and wine. The tour was 75 minutes, and you were given earphones so that you could listen to an audio recording in various languages of the scenery you were passing, although I didn't listen to the audio recording the entire time. All in all, a nice relaxing boat ride, eating cheese and drinking wine. [Yelp collections: Europe 2024; Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Planes, Trains, and Automobiles]

Total switch and bait. Add showed being able to sip on wine glasses w cheese. Reality was a baggie…read morew cheese that tasted like rubber and plastic wine glasees for one glass. I enjoyed the cruise hence at the points, but even there the guide hardly said anything asking us to rely on our earphones for info. If your language wasn't one of them like my table mates, you'd be totally out of luck!

These guys are the new boat on the block, so they're offering a hell of a deal. It was €15 per…read moreperson for unlimited beer and wine. Sure, the wine wasn't the greatest (or good), but sometimes you just need to relax and not try to get your money's worth in booze. The staff was super friendly, and it's more a booze cruise than a tour, so no PA and no tour guide, though Pam was awesome and more than happy to provide us with tips for exploring the city. Awesome way to kill an hour or so.

Looking for canal cruise? Would you like to drink a cold…read moreHeineken? Want to relax? Then go for a cruise with boatamsterdam. Nice people and nice team on a open ship. 1h, drinks included - 15 Euro

On the 20 year anniversary of returning to this wonderful city, my husband and finally got to take…read morea canal tour which we would not have appreciated as teenagers! After reading the great reviews, I booked the last tour of the day and hoped to catch a little bit of sunset. It turned out that our walking skills were better than we anticipated and we got to the boat 39 minutes early. We were excited to find out that we could use our tickets on a boat that left a half and hour earlier. Thanks for the flexibility! Chris and Carrie were excellent hosts. They offered drinks for a nominal fee, colorful commentary about the history of the city and even let me drive the boat! Yeah, crazy right? Chris was such a great Captain that he even helped me steer straight through the canals like nobody's business. If you want to get a guided tour of Amsterdam without the mass tourist crowd and a completely open boat to take photos, this tour is for you. They will answer any questions you have and make sure you enjoy the trip. Thank you for the awesome experience!

Amazing Canal experience! Captain Duke is excellent with communication and his staff were…read moreexceptional! Very fun and informative, hands down the best choice after reviewing other cruises. After the cruise we went to meet up with friends that reside in Amsterdam and taught them a few lessons about the Dam that they didn't even know. See you August Flying Dutch Crew!!!

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!

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!

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.