Amsterdam is renowned for its picturesque canals, historic architecture, and vibrant culture. One of the best ways to experience the beauty and charm of this Dutch capital is through a canal cruise. For wheelchair users, enjoying this iconic experience is entirely possible, thanks to several companies that offer accessible canal cruises. Here’s everything you need to know to plan a memorable and inclusive waterway adventure in Amsterdam.
Why Choose a Canal Cruise?
Canal cruises in Amsterdam offer a unique perspective of the city’s architecture, historical landmarks, and vibrant neighborhoods. Gliding through the waterways, you’ll pass by iconic sites such as the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum, and the Westerkerk. The tranquil journey provides a relaxing and informative way to see the city, with many cruises offering audio guides in multiple languages.
Canal cruise info:
- Audiotour available in 19 languages: English, French, Russian, Spanish, German, Chinese, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Indonesian, Cantonese, Korean, Hindi.
- E-ticket: you will receive a digial ticket, it is not necessary to print it.
- Wheelchair accessible: To access the accessible boat there is an electric platform of crica 1 meter by 1 meter.
Chose your accessible cruise:
City Canal Cruise:
75 minutes. The heart of Amsterdam is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and it’s easy to understand why. On a canal tour, you’ll be captivated by the stunning 17th-century canal houses, historic merchant homes from the Dutch Golden Age, charming bridges, and the sight of Dutch cyclists riding along the waterways. Look! There’s the Skinny Bridge and Montelbaanstoren! However, Amsterdam offers much more than just historic architecture; numerous modern masterpieces have also emerged along the Piet Heinkade by the IJ River.
- 75 minute canal tour
- Audio commentary in 19 languages (Through our Personal Audio System or our free guide app for your mobile phone.)
- Available languages: English, French, Russian, Spanish, German, Chinese, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Indonesian, Cantonese, Korean, Hindi
- Departures all day, 365 days a year
- The canal tour in Amsterdam is wheelchair accessible
- Free “Kids Cruise” audio story and booklet with every kids’ ticket bought
- Complimentary earphones; if possible please consider using your own earphones or headphones to listen to the audio commentary on board. Blue Boat is committed to saving the environment one canal cruise at a time.
Evening Cruise:
90 minutes. The Evening Cruise is a 90-minute journey that immerses you in the distinctive ambiance of Amsterdam after dark. Thousands of lights adorn the numerous bridges and iconic canal houses, giving the city a truly magical feel. Board the cozy and heated boat and select from 19 different languages on our Personal Audio System. Our audio guide provides fascinating insights about Amsterdam, including the history of the canals, life during the Golden Age, and much more. Enjoy the stunning views as night descends over the city. The beautiful buildings along the canals, including 15th-century merchant houses, appear particularly enchanting on an Evening Canal Cruise.
- 90 minute canal cruise
- Audio commentary in 19 languages (Through our Personal Audio System or our free guide app for your mobile phone.)
Available languages: English, French, Russian, Spanish, German, Chinese, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Indonesian, Cantonese, Korean, Hindi - Departures all day, 364 days a year
- Tour is wheelchair accessible
- Complimentary earphones; if possible please consider using your own earphones or headphones to listen to the audio commentary on board. Blue Boat is committed to saving the environment one canal cruise at a time.
Kids Cruise:
75 minutes. Audioguides i 2 languages (Dutch and English. The Kids Cruise is an audio tour designed especially for the youngest visitors. This engaging audio story includes a booklet filled with games, pencils, and a pair of real pirate binoculars, all included with every children’s ticket. During the regular cruise, kids can listen to their own story (available in Dutch and English through the free Personal Audio System) and embark on an adventure with our friends Harold and Johnny. They might even become certified Freshwater Pirates! For an added treat, you can include a snack box with your booking and enjoy some snacks and drinks during your canal cruise. The snack box features chips, popcorn, stroopwafels, salted peanuts, and a drink of your choice.
- 75 minute Kids Canal Cruise in Amsterdam.
- Audio story in Dutch or English.
- Includes a fun booklet, pencils and pirate binoculars.
- Complimentary earphones; if possible please consider using your own earphones or headphones to listen to the audio commentary on board. Blue Boat is committed to saving the environment one canal cruise at a time.
In our contact page you can get in touch with us to book your wheelchair accessible canal cruise.
