The Netherlands · HAARLEM TOURS
The good haarlem tours fill up first and the best ones fill up earliest. Below: the 15 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!”
Step inside Haarlem’s 250-year-old De Adriaan windmill, learn how it grinds flour, then climb to a 12m deck for views, $9.
“Interesting to see the workings of a windmill. Knowledgeable and friendly guide.”
Live guided Haarlem canal cruise on a classic boat, 75 minutes, small group, English commentary, snacks and drinks, top sights like Molen de Adriaan.
“This description needs to be rewritten. It does not leave from across the Teyler museum. It does not have stops (no stops at all) at all the museums and churches listed, nor included admission to them. It IS a very nice cruise tour.”
Frans Hals Museum in Haarlem plus HOF Museum, with an audio guide. See Civic Guard paintings and modern art for $21.
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.”
Small-group Haarlem Old City food walk from Grote Markt with 6 tastings, coffee, lunch, and drinks included.
“Haarlem Is a very laid-back place compared to Amsterdam and that was very refreshing. Dan is a wonderful host and took us on a leisurely walk through the beautiful city punctuated by great food. My husband and I thoroughly enjoyed it!”
A 2-hour guided walk through Haarlem with an English guide, from Sint Bavo Kerk to Corrie ten Boom, plus insider stops along the Spaarne.
“It was nice experience. The guide was knowledgeable and willing to give more information about the city. I liked the city even more after the tour. The only thing was the weather - it was cold and windy”
A 2-hour guided bike tour of Haarlem’s city center with included bicycle rental, optional free helmets, and English guide, for about $36.
“Also everyone else in the group was Dutch, our guide Arnauld made sure to translate everything in English for the two of us. He was friendly and knowledgeable about Haarlem‘s history and took us around on a pleasant and informative tour.”
Haarlem highlights by bike in 2 hours with a local guide, bike rental, and photo stops. Churches, windmills, canals, and hidden streets.
“De gids was niet heel enthousiast.. ik had er meer van verwacht”
Every kind of Dutch day out, and the best-reviewed way to book each.
