Where to Book Amsterdam Dinner Cruises: Our 11 Favourites

1.Evening Cruise with Optional Wine and Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 22,178 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $23Our pick

Settle into a Blue Boat evening cruise through Amsterdam’s canals, with illuminated bridges, 17th-century warehouses, and audio commentary in 19 languages. Choose the snack box with wine, beer, or soft drinks, and arrive early for a forward-facing seat and better night views.

“We enjoyed talking to the captain who explained about the locks in Amsterdam . It’s difficult to see all the buildings at nighttime.”

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2.Original Pizza Dinner Cruise + Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,668 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $39

Join Stromma Netherlands at Damrak Pier 5 for a 90-minute evening cruise through Amsterdam’s Canal Belt. Choose a New York Pizza, enjoy unlimited beer, wine, or soft drinks, and hear English commentary from the captain and host as bridges, merchant houses, and major sights pass by.

“Freshly made pizzas. Unlimited wine & beer. Great young serving staff and witty Captain!!”

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3.Dinner Cruise with 4-Course Menu

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,579 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

Board at LOVERS Café near Centraal Station for a two-hour evening cruise through Amsterdam’s canal belt. Enjoy a four-course meat, fish, or vegetarian meal, unlimited wine, beer, and soft drinks, gentle sightseeing commentary, and views of illuminated bridges and canal houses.

“Having a three corse meal with dessert going thru the canals and having a tour explained”

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

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

Cruise Amsterdam’s illuminated canals for two hours with a live English-speaking guide and up to 18 people. You’ll pass the Anne Frank House, Amstel River, Skinny Bridge, Rijksmuseum, NEMO, Central Station, and quiet side canals. Dutch snacks are served, while drinks are available to buy onboard.

“I had a beautiful ride and would do it again!!!!! We had a little rain but there was great communication and there was also great history!”

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5.Amsterdam Private Dinner Cruise incl Drinks & 2-course Dinner 2hr

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 66 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $458

Spend two hours on a private Amsterdam canal boat with a captain such as Mark, Carl, Nickel, or Sven. Order a two-course dinner from a selected restaurant, enjoy wine, beer, soda, coffee, or tea, and pass the Anne Frank House, Heineken Experience, and Houseboat Museum.

“Our captain and tour guide, Sven, was very knowledgeable and engaging. He was the best part of the tour. The food was average. The tour was overpriced.”

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6.Amsterdam Evening Cruise with Onboard Bar

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 52 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $26

Spend about an hour on Amsterdam’s canals aboard a small electric boat for up to 25 people. Your skipper points out the Anne Frank House, canal ring, Skinny Bridge, Negen Straatjes, and more. Guides including Stein, Stella, and Sophie have been praised for warm, entertaining commentary. Drinks cost extra.

“We had a lovely time on the boat seeing the lights festival and drinking it was a really really nice night out. And the tour guides we're great too!”

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7.Luxury Saloon Boat Cruise with 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★3.9 · 18 reviews · from $110

Spend three hours aboard a classic heated saloon boat, cruising Amsterdam’s historic canal center with an English-speaking guide. Begin with a homemade aperitif and amuse-bouche, then choose a three-course dinner from a menu of local meat, fish, vegetarian, and vegan dishes.

“A beautiful cruise through the canals with a tasty dinner and cocktails. The crew was friendly and informative and pointed out lots of unique sites along the way. Highly recommend”

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8.Giethoorn Private Tour with Cruise and Lunch from Amsterdam

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 9 reviews

Travel by private air-conditioned minivan from Amsterdam to car-free Giethoorn, cruise its canals, enjoy apple pie and a Dutch lunch, then see the enclosing dike. The tour lasts about nine hours and suits groups of up to seven, though guide quality can vary.

“the private tour guide/driver was late, and not really provides any guides/information. Doesn't worth to pay such high price”

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9.Vecht River: Full-day Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 9 reviews · 6 hours · from $241

Spend six hours with guide Martien on a private Vecht River cruise from Amsterdam, Utrecht, or Schiphol. Ride an open-topped boat past castles, drawbridges, and 17th-century estates, stop at Slot Zuylen, and enjoy a three-course lunch beside the water.

“The tour was such a lovely and refreshing summer activity. Martien is a generous and friendly host who told interesting stories about the area. I recommend this tour to everyone looking for a unique experience.”

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10.Private Dinner Cruise (4pers) with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 day

You’ll cruise Amsterdam’s center aboard the antique Delphine or Leaudine, departing from the H’ART Museum. A renowned restaurant supplies the main course and dessert, while your English-speaking guide explains the city. The private boat fits four people and has bohemian decor, heat, and onboard drinks for purchase.

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11.Private Lunch or Dinner Cruise for 4 Guests

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

Settle into Salonboot Delphine for a private two-hour lunch or dinner cruise for up to four people. You’ll enjoy three courses, drinks available onboard, views of the Skinny Bridge, canal district, and Rijksmuseum, plus a choice of three table styles.

“Romantic birthday cruise with my wife. Captain was attentive and accommodating when needed. A perfect dinner cruise, and one we'll never forget. Thanks so much!”

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