THE NETHERLANDS
The Dutch classics.
The 13 most popular evening experiences in the Netherlands. What each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
See Amsterdam by night on a 90-minute canal cruise with 19-language audio, bridges, and optional wine snacks for about $23.
“Cosy lighting and heating provided. Lovely bottle of wine, nuts and cheese. Amsterdam looked nice all lit up. Commentary in multiple languages. Great way to see the city.”
Candlelit 1-hour Amsterdam cruise from Floating Amsterdam with warm blankets, UNESCO canals, and optional unlimited wine, beer, and Dutch cheese.
“Jannes was our guide and he was very funny and informative. Our drinks were topped up often which was really good and good value for your money. I would definitely book this canal cruise again. 😊”
A 1-hour Amsterdam evening canal cruise with night-lit UNESCO canals, onboard audio in 19 languages, and photo-worthy views from the water.
“Fantastic experience, great trip all about history & beautiful sights. Definitely recommend.”
Sip Dutch wine and snack on cheeses on a 1.5-hour Amsterdam Canal Belt cruise at night from near Central Station.
“These was our favorite in Amsterdam. We had to cancel this one the night before due to airline issues and ended up booking this one last minute. It was amazing! The boat was set up just right to feel intimate and romantic. The servers, Alexa and Anna were so attentive and friendly. It was our…”
Sunset Amsterdam from an Eco Boats canal cruise. 1 hour, small group, English skipper, optional unlimited drinks, great bridge lighting.
“Our skipper and guide Bader was amazing, hilarious and kept the tour super interesting and fun! Very much recommend!”
A 2-hour guided night walk through Amsterdam’s Red Light District, with coffee-shop culture, Oude Kerk, canals, and Dutch policy context.
“It was to early to see the working ladies in their windows but I really appreciated the history of the trade and how the benefits of legalized prostitution protect the most vulnerable- if only the rest of the world would use this very successful model.”
A 1-hour heated Amsterdam canal cruise with a free vanilla vodka cocktail, stroopwafel, and winter light views for $19.
“Such a good experience for the cost. I was a little worried as this was one of the cheapest canal boat rides and with not many reviews as the others. But from start to finish the guides were lovely and so friendly. When arriving they were very helpful, the boat was so pretty in the…”
Evening canal cruise in Groningen with an English guide, open bar, and cheese platter. See Centraal Station, Noorderhaven, Aa.
“Het was een erg leuke rondvaart. De gids vertelde vol passie over de stad Groningen en wij vonden het erg leuk en leerzaam! De kaas en wijn was ook top! Wij zouden het zeker aanraden en wij willen Jelle enorm bedanken voor deze leuke ervaring!”
Sunset canoe tour from Amsterdam Noord into North Holland polders. Small group, picnic snack, drinks, and optional lake swim. 4 hours.
“This was an incredible evening! The highlight of our trip! Majul was a wonderful guide and the canals were absolutely stunning!”
Two nights of Amsterdam nightlife with free entry, shot deals, and bar-hopping through Leidseplein and the Red Light District.
“A nosotras no nos gustó, pagas casi 30 euros por 4 chupitos y en cada bar tienes que consumir de nuevo, te dejas un pastón.”
Coqtales in Amsterdam is a women-focused male entertainment show with classy laughs, seduction, and assigned seating for 1.5 hours.
Rotterdam summer evening cruise on the Princess Amalia: 2.5 hours on the Maas with Latin live music, harbor views, and drink options from $41.
A private 3-hour Amsterdam after-dark bar and speakeasy tour through Jordaan and Amsterdam East, with drinks and snacks included.
