The Netherlands · BOAT TOURS IN HAARLEM
The good boat tours in Haarlem fill up first and the best ones fill up earliest. Below: the 11 to book ahead, what each includes and how they differ.
50-minute heated canal cruise in Haarlem from Smidtje Canal Cruises with views of De Adriaan, Teylers, Hals Museum, and Jopenkerk.
“So fun! Our guide was very engaging and funny, the ride was relaxing, and it was a wonderful introduction to the city during our first day in Haarlem.”
75-minute Haarlem canal cruise with chilled drinks, snacks, and local stories. See De Adriaan, Jopenkerk, and the grachtengordel from water.
“The activity was fantastic. Our guide was exceptionally friendly, professional and knowledgeable about the city & its history. Myself and the whole family enjoyed it and would certainly recommend to all.”
Quiet 100% electric open boat canal cruise in Haarlem from Windmill De Adriaan. 50 minutes, English guides, snacks available.
“Excellent tour with very friendly staff, which helped as I went by myself. The tour guide, Mees, was very knowledgeable and kept the tour informative and engaging and it was lovely to see the city and learn about the history. His colleague, the skipper, was also very friendly. Would recommend.”
Experience Haarlem by canal on a 50-minute English audio cruise, passing landmarks like Central Station, De Adriaan, and Jopenkerk.
“Really well informed captain made the trip enjoyable and informative. Plenty to see outside of the centre of town. Would have liked to have gone around the town a bit more, hut I think that's covered on the 50 minute cruise.”
Haarlem canal cruise on a quiet electric open boat with a live English guide, comfy cushions, and a toilet onboard. 50-55 minutes.
“Great way to see Haarlem. We did several canal tours in the Netherlands and this cruise around Haarlem was our favorite. Walter was a great guide!”
Private electric Haarlem canal cruise for up to 15, English captain, great Molen De Adriaan views, smooth 90-minute ride with local tips.
“We had a wonderful time during our boat tour through Haarlem! Our captain was very friendly and made the whole experience even more enjoyable. He made sure everyone was comfortable and had a great sense of humor. The ride was smooth, relaxing, and offered beautiful views. Highly recommended, thank you for a memorable trip!”
Climb Windmill De Adriaan for 360 views, then ride a 100% electric open-boat canal cruise in Haarlem, all in 100 minutes.
“interessant en leuke mensen. voor koude dagen, als gisteren, adviseer ik om dekens te verstrekke n”
Rent a 100% electric self-drive boat in Haarlem. Private 2-hour cruise with a local briefing, route tips, and quiet canal views.
“Ik ben met een paar familieleden en vriendin gaan varen naar molen De Adriaan om daar de as van mij man uit te strooien. Zo fijn dat ik voor dit doel een ‘stil’ bootje heb kunnen huren. De boot as voor fijn bestuurbaar.”
90-minute Haarlem canal cruise with Dutch cheese and three wine pours, hosted with a heated boarding spot, July and August only.
Enjoy a 2-hour Haarlem canal cruise with an onboard BBQ, welcome drink, and a live guide. Views of Grote Kerk and more.
“Mo en Jelle hebben ons een prachtige avond bezorgd met lekker eten, veel leuke weetjes over Haarlem. Het was top.”
Haarlem canal cruise from Windmill De Adriaan with a live guide, open-boat views, and included ice-cold unlimited drinks for 50 minutes.
Every kind of Dutch day out, and the best-reviewed way to book each.
