Top Water Activities in Amsterdam

Amsterdam offers a number of sights and activities that will surely be enjoyed both by adults and kids. Be it a trip to the Museum House of Anne Frank or an amazing cruise tour, Amsterdam is capable of making any trip memorable. Amusement parks are among the top landmarks to visit, so check this list of the best theme parks in Amsterdam and make sure to drop by. Among the most-visited are Walibi Holland, Madurodam, and Efteling.

Join the best Amsterdam boat tours if the whole family loves the water. There are a lot of options you can choose from, so you will not run out of top-rated choices. The Amsterdam Pizza Cruise Tour will let you explore the waterways and view amazing sights of the city while enjoying different flavors of pizza that the kids will surely love. You can also bring your exploration to a new level by checking these water sports activities to do in Amsterdam that offers child-friendly activities.

Children love exploring, so make sure to introduce them to the finest masterpieces through the best Amsterdam art galleries and museums where they can discover magnificent artworks created by famous artists of all time. If you’re looking for other means to discover the city, then browse through the best city tours in Amsterdam and visit landmarks that will tickle the curious minds of young children.

Destination stopovers are fun, so enlist to one of these hop on hop off bus tours in Amsterdam and visit the best places in the city. But if the whole family loves walking together, then these Amsterdam walking tours are definitely for you. Cherish your trip even while on a tight budget with lots of free things to do in Amsterdam that will keep you and your pockets satisfied.

Best Amsterdam Water Sports Price

Stand Up Paddleboard Rental in Amsterdam €10
Amsterdam Canoeing Day tour €80
Amsterdam Canoeing Sunset tour €68
Private boat tour on a electric saloon boat €325
Bulldog Boat Smoke friendly Winter Cruise + 2 Drinks in Amsterdam €25
Sup West Amsterdam €15
Amsterdam Independent Sightseeing by Pedal Boat €27.5
Rent a sup €17.5
Private Boat Rental at Almere €170
Countryside Bike and Kayak Tour Amsterdam €69
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Stand Up Paddleboard Rental in Amsterdam

1. Stand Up Paddleboard Rental in Amsterdam

clock Duration: 1 hour
  • Supping is a perfect work-out and is very fun to do. It is suitable for everyone, the boards are long and wide making them very stable. So you don’t just fall into the water. Supping is very easy and it is also possible to rent a sup without experience. You have never supped before? No problem. Then we will give you a couple of instructions...
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Amsterdam Canoeing Day tour

2. Amsterdam Canoeing Day tour

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  • Amsterdam Canoeing is one of our most popular outdoor activities.  Visit the fascinating landscapes that inspired the famous Dutch painters.

    AMSTERDAM IS FAMOUS FOR ITS WATERWAYS, AND OUR CANOEING TOUR IS A UNIQUE WAY TO DISCOVER THEM!

    Not all waters are suitable for canoeing, as shifts in water level and fast moving currents...
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Amsterdam Canoeing Sunset tour

3. Amsterdam Canoeing Sunset tour

clock Duration: 4 hours
  • Amsterdam Canoeing is one of the most popular outdoor activities. You will get to see the fascinating landscapes that inspired the famous famous Dutch painters.

    Canoeing is an ancient mean of transportation; however, the modern canoe was introduced towards the end of the 19th century and has become increasingly popular. Nowadays, people...
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Private boat tour on a electric saloon boat

4. Private boat tour on a electric saloon boat

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  • Experience Amsterdam on a beautiful electric saloon boat. In 1,5 hours (or longer if you prefer, each additional half hour is € 85 extra) we'll take you for an unforgettable private boat tour through the canals of Amsterdam. Would you like to see the highlights of the city, hidden spots or beautiful, quiet canals? We'll sail a special,...
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Bulldog Boat Smoke friendly Winter Cruise + 2 Drinks in Amsterdam

5. Bulldog Boat Smoke friendly Winter Cruise + 2 Drinks in Amsterdam

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  • The Bulldog Boat Tour gives you the most romantic and intimate night tour on the canals of Amsterdam. With our own heated boats we show you the most beautiful spots along the canal with the Lighted Amsterdam in the background. There are 2 tours a 60 minute and 90 minute tour. Tour is guided by an English speaking host. Besides the drinks (2 drinks...
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Sup West Amsterdam

6. Sup West Amsterdam

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  • Rent a paddle board via SUP West and discover Amsterdam from your Stand Up Paddle board. Pretty relaxing and a nice way to see Amsterdam from another point of...
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Amsterdam Independent Sightseeing by Pedal Boat

7. Amsterdam Independent Sightseeing by Pedal Boat

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  • Enjoy the freedom of a pedal boat rental in Amsterdam Pedal around the picturesque canals at your own pace Experience a fun and novel way to sightsee See top attractions including Anne Frank House and the Rijksmuseum
    Explore Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals at your own pace with a pedal boat rental. Explore the labyrinth of waterways at your...
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Rent a sup

8. Rent a sup

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  • - Best sportive Outdoor activity on the water to see and enjoy nature!
    - Determine your own route and speed or ask us for a nice route.
    - SUP to a restaurant or bar near the water
    - SUP with a group where everybody has it's own SUP and challenge each other.
    - Take your dog with you, he can sit in front on your SUP and would love...
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Private Boat Rental at Almere

9. Private Boat Rental at Almere

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  • Explore the city of Almere and it's nature by private boat
    Experience passing multiple locks by boat
    Explore the city lakes of Almere
    Panoramic view of skyline Almere
    Sail along the Floriade 2022...
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Countryside Bike and Kayak Tour Amsterdam

10. Countryside Bike and Kayak Tour Amsterdam

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  • Escape the city and explore the amazing nature-filled waterways surrounding Amsterdam during this tour by kayak and bicycle. During the tour we will spot birds, cows, sheeps and much more, while we pass by colorfull houses in the historic fishing village of Watergang. And visit the D'Admiraal windmill that was used in the 18th centrury to mill...
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Small-Group Guided Sunset Canoe Tour in Waterland with Dinner

11. Small-Group Guided Sunset Canoe Tour in Waterland with Dinner

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  • This 4 -4.5 hour guided sunset canoe tour shows you the countryside of the Netherlands close to Amsterdam. Just 15 minutes of Amsterdam Paddle through the polder landscape in Waterland with their meadowland birds, cows and sheep. This is the perfect tour if you have not much time, but like to see how flat The Netherlands is. It is the area that is...
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