Netherlands · CITY TOURS
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The 15 city tours in the Netherlands that hold up, with the price, the running time and the sort of traveller each one suits. The first entry leads on weight of bookings; two and three are often the better fit.
75-minute Amsterdam canal cruise with multilingual audio guide, iconic bridges, snackbox option, and a kids pirate story. Value at $17.
“it was very beautiful, i am recommending this activity to everyone”
A 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise from Central Station with UNESCO sights, 19-language audio, and optional evening sailings for about $18.
“Nice view of the lights in the winter. Great location. The canals were very nice.”
Smoke-friendly 70-minute Amsterdam canal cruise from Central Station with heated seating, optional drinks, and High Light views during winter.
“Brilliant boat!! Guide knew loads of information, I’d say do it at start of your trip, as you can get recommendations for your trip and it’s really helpful. Always better to go to locals first!!! Really good value for money, just loads of fun :)”
75-minute Amsterdam canal cruise plus fast-track Heineken Experience with 2 drinks. UNESCO views, audio in 19 languages, all for $47.
“Amazing experience, it’s best to have a canal cruise at night though as it looks better. Heineken experience is well worth it though”
$41, 3-hour small-group bike tour linking canals, Jordaan, De Pijp, Vondelpark, and key landmarks with a guide, snack, and breaks.
“This is a MUST DO in Amsterdam. Very informative guide (Kris) and actually lasted 3 1/2hrs. Good introduction into Amsterdam covering major points of interest and an excellent way to become oriented which helped enormously during the rest of our trip.”
Van Gogh Museum timeslot plus a 75-minute UNESCO canal cruise with multilingual audio, earphones, and flexible boarding.
“I enjoy the museum wasn’t as big as I thought but still was there for over 2 hours and glad you can go at what every pace you like The canal cruise was amazing so many hidden knowledge along the route and happy it was a long tour definitely moneys worthy”
Fast-track Heineken Experience plus a 1-hour GPS canal cruise through Amsterdam’s UNESCO Canal Belt, for about $44.
“Great App. Not only was it extremely easy to use it shows the most popular activities so that you know early booking is essential. It also shows "what else is out there to see".”
Cruise Utrecht on the Oudegracht canal with audio in 8 languages, hitting the Dom Tower from the water for about $22.
“It was a good informative ride I went mid day and was the only one on the boat”
See Amsterdam’s UNESCO canals on a 1-hour cruise with an included flower cocktail, Wi-Fi, and multi-language audio.
“Really good canal tour, not too long that you get bored, captain very knowledgeable and friendly would definitely recommend”
Rijksmuseum skip-the-line ticket plus a 75-minute UNESCO canal cruise with 19-language audio and optional snack box, in Amsterdam.
“The boat cruise was beautiful but the guide was not clear enough.”
A 1.5-hour small-group canal cruise in The Hague with guide stories, big city views, and a comfortable boat trip from Bierkade 19.
“I could make good jokes with the guide. The trip was overall very pleasant, beautiful and informative.”
2-hour bike tour of Amsterdam: Jordaan, canals, Anne Frank area, Vondelpark, and Magere Brug. Small group, bike rental, stroopwafel.
“The tour was great, it was pouring when we went but honestly it was still great and a good way to experience the city. Our guide was lovely and so knowledgeable about the history and city. Highly recommend.”
A prepaid Go City Amsterdam Pass with 40+ attractions, including the Rijksmuseum, Heineken Experience, canals, and seasonal Keukenhof.
“Easy to use! Worth the money! Gave us lots of opportunities to see a variety of places!”
A one-hour Groningen canal cruise with audio and text guide, big tower views, and onboard snacks and drinks from Rondvaartbedrijf Kool.
“Interesting ride across the canals, it was a pleasant and comfortable experience. The atmosphere was lovely, the beverage options were great and it is friendly for all ages.”
2.5-hour French-guided bike tour of Amsterdam’s canals, Jordaan, Anne Frank area, Vondelpark, and more, with photo stops and local tips.
“Une très belle visite d’Amsterdam ! Notre guide Ana a parfaitement su s’adapter au public ( des collégiens ) . Cette visite était vraiment vivante. À renouveler !”
