The 15 Best Open Bar Experiences in the Netherlands

1.Amsterdam Luxury Canal Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bites option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30,518 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $18Our pick

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for about an hour on a small electric boat with a live English-speaking guide. You’ll pass the Anne Frank House, Jordaan, Rijksmuseum, Magere Brug, Bloemenmarkt, and 15 Bridges. Boat style, snacks, and drinks depend on the option and departure point.

“Four people paid extra money for unlimited drinks, but there was no alcohol left, and each of us was only able to have one drink.”

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2.Heated Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bite

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 21,431 reviews · 1 - 1.5 hours · from $18

See Amsterdam from a heated 100% electric boat as a local skipper and host explain the canals, Skinny Bridge, Amstel Hotel, and museum quarter. Choose the drinks package for unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and one portion of small snacks. English commentary is provided.

“Chris and Michael were amazing! Both so welcoming, and Chris was so informative and entertaining and great with keeping drinks topped up. Learnt a lot about the history of Amsterdam. very comfortable and smooth cruise along the canal. Would recommend.”

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3.Covered Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 5,435 reviews · 1 hour · from $18

Spend one hour cruising Amsterdam’s canals on a partly covered boat for up to 26 people. Choose two drinks or an open bar with beer, wine, and soda, while an English-speaking host shares city facts. Expect the Red Light District, Amstel River, Seven Bridges, and Prinsengracht.

“We had a brilliant time, such a laugh would definitely recommend. Eddie and Luke were fabulous, lovely people and very entertaining! Thank you for a fab afternoon ♥️”

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4.Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4,976 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $21

See Amsterdam from a small electric canal boat, passing Westerkerk, Jordaan waterways, the Hermitage Museum, bridges, and historic canal houses. Guides such as Matt, Luuc, Jaro, and Anthony have earned praise for warm storytelling. Choose the unlimited drinks option, but confirm how self-service drinks work before departure.

“Joel was awesome to us. Loved the experience all together and we enjoyed ourselves.. besos.. xoxoxoxo”

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5.Light Festival Boat with Unlimited Drinks & Snack

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 3,991 reviews · 1h 15m · from $31

Board Starboard Boats for a 75-minute electric canal cruise past 20 Light Festival artworks. Your English-speaking host, such as Sabrina, Edward, or Balthazar, explains the art and Amsterdam’s canals while you enjoy blankets and optional unlimited beer, wine, glühwein, hot chocolate, and soft drinks.

“It was very interesting such a cozy and lovely experience.”

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6.Saloon Boat Cruise + Unlimited Drinks & Bite option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,629 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $22

Cruise Amsterdam’s canals for about an hour aboard a classic saloon boat with a local skipper and live guide. You’ll pass the Amstel, Zuiderkerk, Stopera, Drunken Houses, and UNESCO-listed canal ring. Choose a no-drink ticket or an unlimited package covering beer, wine, and soft drinks.

“This was the perfect tour for our kids (ages 6 and 8), although this is totally appropriate for just an adult group as well.”

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7.German Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 3,134 reviews · 1 hour · from $25

Spend one hour on a small electric canal boat with a native German-speaking guide. You’ll pass the Amstel, Magere Brug, Herengracht, Jewish Quarter, and canal belt, with optional unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, and water. Guide Sanja is praised for humor and clear stories.

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8.Original Pizza Dinner Cruise + Unlimited Drinks

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

Board near Amsterdam Centraal for a 90-minute evening cruise through the Canal Belt. Choose a New York Pizza favorite, then enjoy it hot with unlimited beer, wine, or soft drinks while your captain and host point out bridges, merchant houses, Anne Frank House, Magere Brug, and NEMO.

“Great way to spend an afternoon on the canals. Knowledgeable hosts, relaxed outing, and pizza hits the spot.”

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9.Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Live Guide and Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,573 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $20

Spend one hour on a 100% electric boat with a live Dutch or English-speaking guide. Cruise past the Amstel, Magere Brug, Jordaan, Westerkerk, Anne Frank House, and more while enjoying unlimited Heineken, wine, soft drinks, coffee, or tea. Boats are open in summer and heated in winter.

“Nobody was there to meet us! They canceled without informing us after we had paid up front. Horrible experience as I had to get to meeting point with a disabled adult only to be cancelled and then insulted by the company. Never again!”

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10.Canal Booze Cruise with Unlimited Drinks Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,130 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $26

Spend about an hour cruising Amsterdam’s canals with a captain and host, passing the Skinny Bridge, Amstel River, 7 Bridges, and De Wallen. Choose two drinks or unlimited beer, wine, and soda. Hosts such as Edward, Yannas, Veronica, and Lawrence add stories, humor, and local tips.

“Fun time though it rained the whole time. Might be a good idea to have more umbrellas and something to wipe the wet seats off with”

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11.90 min Cruise with Local Guide & Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,807 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $18

Spend 90 minutes on a small electric boat with an English-speaking local captain. See the Skinny Bridge, canal houses, Oude Kerk, and Central Station while enjoying Dutch snacks and optional unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Look for the crew in pink.

“You get plenty of time to enjoy Amsterdam from the water without any rush. The boat is comfortable, the atmosphere is calm, and everything runs smoothly. The crew is friendly and professional, adding just the right amount of local insight. A great way to see the city and unwind at the same time.”

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12.Cozy Evening Canal Cruise With Open Bar Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,565 reviews · from $22

Spend an easy hour on Amsterdam’s canals with a skipper and local host, passing Jordaan, Prinsengracht, the Golden Bend, Seven Bridges, and the Anne Frank House. Boats hold up to 26 people, have cover for rain, and offer blankets. Choose the unlimited drinks option if you want a more social evening.

“Andrei Manuel Matilda were the best guides we had so much fun would definitely recommend!!!!!!!!!!!!”

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13.Amsterdam The Original Pizza Cruise with Unlimited Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,147 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $39

Cruise Amsterdam after dark for 90 minutes with one pizza and unlimited beer, wine, or soft drinks. You pass Centraal Station, Jordaan, Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, and major museums. Commentary varies by sailing, and the boat holds up to 40 people.

“Upon arrival we had a very warm welcome by all the workers on the boat. Throughout our trip everyone was very attentive. We were very happy with the excursion. Nice”

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14.Light Festival Boat with Unlimited Drinks & Snack

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 534 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $33

Set out from Amsterdam Central Station for a 75-minute evening canal cruise with Eco Boats Amsterdam. You’ll pass NEMO, the Skinny Bridge, Herengracht, and temporary light artworks. Guides such as Mike, Dax, Emma, and Jan Paul have provided lively commentary, while drinks, snacks, and blankets add comfort.

“Great info by the tour guides. Good experience for us. You need to know that if you go during the day to find where to go , you won’t find it. A policeman had to show us where to go. We kept looking for the green flag, but there weren’t any signs or flag until evening,”

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15.Guided Open Boat Cruise Unlimited Drinks Option

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 393 reviews · 1 hour · from $22

Cruise Amsterdam’s central canals for one hour aboard a quiet electric sloop or classic tugboat. Your English or Dutch guide points out sights such as the Skinny Bridge, Anne Frank House, and Royal Theater Carré. Choose the drinks upgrade for beer, wine, prosecco, and soft drinks.

“It was superb, perfect boat and the family operating it is super nice William gave us good city tour and is a welcoming fellow Would highly recommend it Cheers”

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