Aperol Spritz Canal Cruise

Shared Canal Cruise: Aperol Spritz Cruise

This one-hour Amsterdam canal cruise does exactly what it promises: a quiet electric boat, a chilled Aperol Spritz in hand, and open-air views of the UNESCO-listed canal belt. The Aperol Spritz Cruise departs just a short walk from Central Station, making it easy to fit into your day without a complicated trek across the city. With up to 30 guests on board, it's social without feeling crowded, and the open or partially covered deck means you can adjust to whatever the Dutch weather decides to do.

The Route and What You'll See

Your skipper — local, English-speaking, and genuinely entertaining — takes you past some of Amsterdam's most recognisable spots: the elegant Canal Belt, the Skinny Bridge, the Dancing Houses, and along the Amstel River. The route also dips into quieter stretches where the city feels a bit more lived-in and less postcard-perfect. It's the kind of Amsterdam boat tour that balances the big sights with corners you'd miss on foot.

Drinks and Atmosphere

Your Aperol Spritz comes included, served cold and ready when you board. If you'd rather skip the alcohol, there are alternatives available. For those who want to lean fully into the afternoon, an unlimited-spritz option keeps things going. Throughout the cruise, your skipper shares local stories and background on what you're passing — not a scripted monologue, more like being shown around by someone who actually lives here. It's a relaxed Amsterdam canal tour with drinks, without the rigid tour-group atmosphere.