• Anne Frank House - This museum is where Anne Frank and her family hid from the Nazis.
• Magere Brug - Amsterdam’s romantic and iconic wooden bridge.
• Amsterdam Canal Ring - Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, boasts over one hundred kilometers of canals, around 90 islands, and 1,500 bridges. The three main canals (Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht), excavated in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, form concentric belts around the city, known as the Grachtengordel. Alongside these canals are 1,550 monumental buildings. The 17th-century canal ring area, including the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Jordaan, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, enhancing Amsterdam’s reputation as the “Venice of the North.”
• Rijksmuseum - Dock right in front of the Rijksmuseum and take a moment to appreciate this stunning museum. The building itself is beautiful, and the exhibitions are amazing, featuring masterpieces like Rembrandt’s world-famous “Night Watch.”
• The Jordaan - The most popular theory about the name’s origin is that it derives from the French word “Jardin,” meaning garden, as most streets and canals in the Jordaan are named after trees and flowers. Another theory suggests that the Prinsengracht canal was once nicknamed Jordaan (the Dutch name for the river Jordan), and the neighborhood beyond the canal adopted this name. The Flagship canal tour begins and ends here in the Jordaan.
• Prinsengracht - One of Amsterdam’s three main canals, named after the princes of Holland. Construction began in 1612, initiated by Mayor Frans Hendricksz. Oetgens, following a design by city carpenter Hendrick Jacobsz Staets and city surveyor Lucas Jansz Sinck. The section between the Leidsegracht and the Amstel was developed during the city’s expansion in 1658. The part east of the Amstel was built during the last expansion and named Nieuwe Prinsengracht. The Korte Prinsengracht extends from the Prinsengracht between the Brouwersgracht and the Westerdok.
• Houseboat Museum - Cruise along the Prinsengracht with the houseboat museum, offering a perfect glimpse into how Amsterdammers live on their houseboats. It’s an affordable attraction, especially enjoyable for children.
• 9 Little Streets (Negen Straatjes) - Pass through this amazing area, filled with unique shops. Instead of large chain stores, you’ll find charming boutiques, local restaurants, designers, and beautiful vintage shops.
• Leiden Square (Leidseplein) - One of Amsterdam’s two entertainment hubs, featuring numerous bars, restaurants, nightclubs, and concert halls. It’s the perfect spot for those seeking music and drinks.
• Spiegelkwartier - The impressive Rijksmuseum is visible from the Spiegelgracht, which connects the Prinsengracht with the Lijnbaansgracht and leads into the Nieuwe Spiegelstraat. The Spiegelgracht is part of the Spiegelkwartier, known for its many galleries and antique shops. Art lovers can stroll from the Museumplein along the Spiegelgracht to enjoy exceptional paintings, antiques, and art objects.
• De Duif - The current church is named after its predecessor, the 17th-century hiding church ‘Het Vrededuifje’ on the Kerkstraat. The first stone for the present Duifkerk, designed by Leiden architect Th. Molkenboer, was laid in April 1857. Due to financial constraints, the church fell into disrepair during the 20th century. For over twenty-five years, the building was covered because the monumental façade had become detached. This danger has since been eliminated. De Duif reopened in 2002 after extensive restoration, during which the original murals were uncovered beneath layers of wall paint.
• The Amstel - The Amstel is the largest canal, and Amsterdam was founded from this canal, originally a river. Fishermen built a “dam” and named it Amsterdam. Amstel also lends its name to the famous beer.
• Westerkerk - The Westerkerk (English: Western Church) is a Reformed church within the Dutch Protestant church in central Amsterdam, Netherlands. It is located in the westernmost part of the Grachtengordel neighborhood (Centrum borough), adjacent to the Jordaan, between the Prinsengracht and Keizersgracht.
• Koninklijk Theater Carre - The Royal Theatre Carré (Dutch: Koninklijk Theater Carré) is a Neo-Renaissance theatre in Amsterdam, situated near the river Amstel. Founded in 1887, it was initially intended as a permanent circus building. Today, it primarily hosts musicals, cabaret performances, and pop concerts.
• Hermitage Amsterdam - Hermitage Amsterdam is a branch of the Hermitage Museum of Saint Petersburg, Russia, located on the banks of the Amstel river in Amsterdam. The museum is housed in the former Amstelhof, a classical-style building from 1681.
• Blauwbrug - The Blauwbrug (English: Blue Bridge) is a historic bridge in Amsterdam, Netherlands, spanning the river Amstel. It connects the Rembrandtplein area with the Waterlooplein area and lies south of the Stopera.
• Dutch National Opera & Ballet - Dutch National Opera (DNO; formerly De Nederlandse Opera, now De Nationale Opera in Dutch) is a Dutch opera company based in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Its current home is the Dutch National Opera & Ballet, housed in the Stopera building, a modern structure designed by Cees Dam and Wilhelm Holzbauer, which opened in 1986.
• South Church (Zuiderkerk) - The Zuiderkerk is the first church designed for Protestant worship in Amsterdam. The church was built near the Sint Antoniesbreestraat in the Last, a neighborhood added to the city at the end of the 16th century. Today, this is the Nieuwmarkt neighborhood. The church is located at Zandstraat no. 17.
• Moco Museum Amsterdam - The Moco Museum in Amsterdam aims to make a wide range of modern art, contemporary art, and street art, like Banksy, accessible to the general public.
• Amsterdam Light Festival - Amsterdam’s winter festival returns annually to illuminate the city’s streets and waterways with enchanting light installations by international artists.
• Noordermarkt - Amsterdam is THE market city of Holland. Below the ‘Noorderkerk’, on one of the city’s most beautiful squares, the Noordermarkt takes place on Mondays and Saturdays. This market has a tradition that originated in the seventeenth century. Through the ages, this market has been organized, daily, weekly and annually.
• Noorderkerk - The church was built in the years 1620–1623 to serve the rapidly growing population of the new Jordaan neighborhood. The Jordaan already had a church, the Westerkerk, but the city government decided that a second church should be built to serve the northern part of the neighborhood. The Noorderkerk became the church for the common people, while the Westerkerk was used mainly by the middle and upper classes. The architect was Hendrick de Keyser, who also designed the Zuiderkerk and Westerkerk, among others. After de Keyser’s death in 1621, his son Pieter de Keyser took over and oversaw the completion.
• Nieuwmarkt - One of the oldest markets in Amsterdam, this amazing location combines the Chinese area and red light district. Don’t forget to visit the beautiful Waag, now a restaurant, but once the western entrance of the old city, where witches and criminals were also hanged.
• Amsterdam Cheese Museum - Prepare for the #1 Cheese Experience in Amsterdam: the Amsterdam Cheese Museum. This museum offers more than just a free cheese tasting. Visitors can explore the history of cheese making and savor the unique flavor of Holland’s finest cheese. Learn about Dutch cheese, see the world’s most expensive cheese slicer, and enjoy dressing up as a traditional Dutch cheese farmer.
• Emperor’s Canal (Keizersgracht) - The three main canals (Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht), dug in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, form concentric belts around the city, known as the Grachtengordel. Alongside these canals are 1,550 monumental buildings. The 17th-century canal ring area, including the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Jordaan, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, enhancing Amsterdam’s reputation as the “Venice of the North.”
• Herengracht - The three main canals (Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht), dug in the 17th century during the Dutch Golden Age, form concentric belts around the city, known as the Grachtengordel. Alongside these canals are 1,550 monumental buildings. The 17th-century canal ring area, including the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht, Herengracht, and Jordaan, was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2010, enhancing Amsterdam’s reputation as the “Venice of the North.”
• Singel - The Singel is a canal in Amsterdam that encircled the city during the Middle Ages. It served as a moat around the city until 1585, when Amsterdam expanded beyond the Singel. The canal runs from the IJ bay, near the Central Station, to the Muntplein square, where it meets the Amstel river. It is now the innermost canal in Amsterdam’s semicircular ring of canals.
• Statue of Anne Frank - Anne Frank is one of Amsterdam’s most renowned historical figures. Anne and her family lived in hiding from the Nazis for over two years in a house on the Prinsengracht. Anne was eventually deported to the Bergen-Belsen concentration camp in 1945, where she died at the young age of 15. Today, Anne’s spirit endures through her diary and the countless visitors who come to Amsterdam each year to learn more about her brief life.
• Magere Brug - Among Amsterdam’s many bridges is the beautiful Magere Brug, known to English speakers as the Skinny Bridge. This wooden drawbridge was once so narrow that it was difficult for two pedestrians to pass each other. To accommodate increasing traffic on the Amstel, a wider bridge replaced the narrow original in 1871. Also known as a love bridge, a kiss on top or underneath is said to ensure eternal love!
• Munt Tower (Munttoren) - The Munttoren (mint tower) was once part of the Regulierspoort, which consisted of a gate with a tower on each side. It was built between 1480 and 1487 as part of the medieval city wall. In the 17th century, the tower was used to mint coins.
• Bloemgracht - The Bloemengracht and bloemenmarkt (flower market) are well-known for their little stalls selling the famous Dutch tulips, bulbs, and a variety of typical Dutch souvenirs.
• The Dylan - This elegant hotel with a seventeenth-century façade overlooks the Keizersgracht canal and is one kilometer from the Rijksmuseum and two kilometers from the s105.
• Andaz Amsterdam Prinsengracht - a Concept by Hyatt - This luxurious, modern hotel on the Prinsengracht is two kilometers from the Anne Frank House and the Van Gogh Museum. Dam Square is one kilometer away.
• Museum of the Canals - For centuries, this location has been a place where money was earned, art created, feasts celebrated, and life enjoyed. The Museum of the Canals brings this story to life.
• Melkweg - The Melkweg is a pop venue and cultural center featuring live music, club nights, photography, film, and festivals. It is housed in a former sugar refinery and milk factory on the Lijnbaansgracht in Amsterdam, behind the Leidseplein and next to the Stadsschouwburg.
• DeLaMar Theater - DeLaMar Theater is a theater complex with two halls seating 601 and 949 at Marnixstraat 402, near Leidseplein in Amsterdam. Recently renovated, it is one of the Netherlands’ most famous theaters. Many renowned Dutch theatermakers have performed on the DeLaMar stage.
• Amstelveld - Amstelveld is a square in the center of Amsterdam, between Reguliersgracht, Prinsengracht, and Kerkstraat, close to Utrechtsestraat. The Amstelkerk, a predominantly wooden building, stands on the square. The characteristic plantation consists of 46 Caucasian wingnut trees.
• Jewish Museum - The Jewish Historical Museum in Amsterdam highlights Jewish culture, religion, and history. Located on Jonas Daniël Meijerplein since 1987, it sits in the heart of the old Jewish Neighborhood. It’s a great alternative to the Anne Frank House.
• Amsterdam Icebar - The Amsterdam Icebar is one of the coolest spots in the city (literally) and ranks among the top 10 best things to do in Amsterdam. This fantastic bar is kept at a constant temperature of -10 °C, and everything is made entirely of ice. Enjoy this unique experience and location while sipping your favorite drinks.
• De Kleine Komedie - The Kleine Komedie is a theater in Amsterdam located on the Amstel, built in 1786. It is the oldest theater in Amsterdam and can accommodate 503 spectators. Since the 1980s, the theater, which focuses on small art, has become known as ‘the cabaret temple of the Netherlands.’
• De Stadsschouwburg - The Stadsschouwburg (Dutch: Municipal Theatre) of Amsterdam is a theatre building at the Leidseplein in Amsterdam, Netherlands. The building, in the neo-Renaissance style, dates back to 1894 and is the former home of the National Ballet and Opera.
• Paradiso - A former church transformed into a concert hall during the flower power era, where big names like Bruce Springsteen, The Beatles, and The Rolling Stones have performed.
• Museumplein - The Museumplein is a square and city park in the Amsterdam-Zuid district, just south of Amsterdam-Center. It owes its name to the Rijksmuseum, which opened in 1885 and is located on the square. The Stedelijk Museum, the Van Gogh Museum, the Moco Museum, and the Concertgebouw are also located on the Museumplein.
• Mozes en Aaronkerk - The Moses and Aaron Church, officially dedicated to St. Anthony of Padua, is a Roman Catholic church on Waterlooplein in Amsterdam, in the Dutch province of North Holland.
• Cromhout House - The Bijbels Museum is a museum on the Herengracht in Amsterdam. The museum aims to provide insight into the role of the Bible in society and culture, both past and present, and to explore the stories and sentiments that resonate within our society and culture, both within the museum walls and beyond.
• Huis Marseille - Huis Marseille Museum for Photography is a photography museum on Keizersgracht in Amsterdam, located in a monumental canal house dating from 1665. It is the first museum in the Netherlands that focuses specifically on photography as an art form. Since 1999, there has been a new exhibition every three months.
• Vondelpark - The Vondelpark is an elongated city park in Amsterdam, dating from 1865. The park is located in the Amsterdam-Zuid district, on the border with the Amsterdam-West district. It extends from the Stadhouderskade to the Amstelveenseweg.
• Amsterdam Museum - The Amsterdam Museum, known until 2011 as the Amsterdams Historisch Museum, is an Amsterdam-based museum dedicated to the city’s present and past.
• Nieuwe Kerk - De Nieuwe Kerk is a church building in Amsterdam. The church is located on Dam Square, at number 12, next to the Palace on Dam Square. The Mozes and Aäronstraat run between the church and the Palace.
• De Pijp - In the narrow streets of the alternative De Pijp, you’ll find numerous eastern eateries, traditional pubs, and cafés with terraces. At the Albert Cuyp Market, vendors sell Dutch specialties such as herring and syrup waffles.
• Rembrandtplein - The Rembrandtplein is a square in the center of Amsterdam, between Reguliersbreestraat and Amstelstraat. The square borders on the Thorbeckeplein. The Reguliersdwarsstraat, Korte Reguliersdwarsstraat, Halvemaansteeg, Bakkersstraat, and Utrechtsestraat also lead to the square.
• Hortus Botanicus - The Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam is a botanical garden located on Plantage Middenlaan, in the Plantage neighborhood. The garden spans approximately 1.2 hectares and contains over six thousand tropical and native trees and plants.
• Museum Van Loon - Museum Van Loon is a museum in a patrician’s house on Keizersgracht 672 in Amsterdam, owned by the Van Loon family since 1884. The canal house, built in 1672, served as the home of artist Ferdinand Bol. From 1884 to 1945, the Van Loons lived in the house. Thora van Loon-Egidius, who resided there, was a lady-in-waiting for Wilhelmina of the Netherlands.
• Museum Quarter - Museumkwartier (Amsterdam) (the Museum Quarter) is a neighborhood in Amsterdam, Netherlands, located in the borough of Amsterdam-Zuid. It is bordered by the Stadhouderskade, Vondelpark, Emmastraat, Reinier Vinkeleskade, and the Hobbemakade. The area was developed following the construction of the Rijksmuseum. The neighborhood gets its name from the major museums at Museumplein; the Rijksmuseum, the Stedelijk Museum, and Van Gogh Museum. Other attractions in the area include the Concertgebouw and the Vondelpark.
• Foam - Photography Museum Amsterdam - Foam is a photography museum on the Keizersgracht in Amsterdam. The museum presents changing exhibitions showcasing various photographic genres, such as historical photos, art photos, news photos, and fashion photos.
• The Cat Cabinet - The Cat Cabinet is an art museum in Amsterdam entirely devoted to cats. The collection includes paintings, drawings, sculptures, and other works of art featuring cats, including pieces by Picasso, Rembrandt, Toulouse-Lautrec, Corneille, Sal Meijer, Théophile Steinlen, and Jože Cha.
• Willet-Holthuysen Museum - The Willet-Holthuysen Museum on Herengracht 605 in Amsterdam is a canal house open to the public, with fully furnished period rooms. The museum offers a glimpse into life in a chic building on the Amsterdam canals in the 18th and 19th centuries. The museum is managed by the Amsterdam Museum.
• In de Waag - De Waag is a 15th-century building on the Nieuwmarkt in the center of Amsterdam. Originally a city gate, the current name refers to its later function as a weigh house. The building has served various purposes, including guild house, museum, fire station, and anatomical theater.
• House of Bols, the Cocktail & Genever Experience - Enjoy the best hour in Amsterdam! Feel, taste, smell, and discover the secrets behind the best cocktails. During this interactive cocktail and genever experience at the House of Bols, learn how genever conquered the world during the Golden Age. After the tour, savor a delicious cocktail in the revolutionary Mirror bar! The tour lasts an hour and includes one cocktail.
• Homomonument - The Homomonument is a memorial on the Westermarkt, located between the Westerkerk and the Keizersgracht in the center of Amsterdam. Unveiled on 5 September 1987, the monument consists of three pink granite triangles arranged to form a large triangle.
• The Smallest House in Amsterdam - The smallest house in Amsterdam is located at Oude Hoogstraat 22 in the old city center, next to the Oost-Indisch Huis and the gate to the Walloon Church. Often called the “Smallest house of Europe,” it measures 2.02 meters (6 feet 8 inches) wide and 5 meters (16 feet 5 inches) deep. With its distinctive spout gable, this house is a miniature version of a typical Amsterdam canal house. It is registered as a national heritage site.
• Holocaust Memorial & Dutch Theater (Jewish Cultural Quarter) - The Hollandsche Schouwburg is a Jewish monument on the Plantage Middenlaan in Amsterdam. Between 1893 and 1942, it was a theater. During the war years 1942 and 1943, it served as a gathering place where Jews were deported via Camp Westerbork to Nazi Germany extermination camps.
• Amsterdam Tulip Museum - The Amsterdam Tulip Museum, also known as the Tulip Museum, is located at Prinsengracht 116, opposite the Anne Frank House. The museum showcases the history of the tulip, from its discovery in Central Asia to the present day.
• Pieter Cornelisz Hooftstraat - The Pieter Cornelisz. Hooftstraat, commonly called P.C. Hooftstraat, is a street in Amsterdam. Named in 1872 after the historian, poet, and playwright Pieter Cornelisz. Hooft, it is now known for its shops featuring high-end brands like Prada, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, and G-star.
• Waterlooplein Market - Waterlooplein is the oldest flea market in the Netherlands. Founded 133 years ago, it operates six days a week with about 300 stalls, making it one of the most charming places in the heart of Amsterdam. Visitors can browse, explore, and find something fun, from vintage cameras to second-hand books, jewelry, and the latest fashion at affordable prices.
• Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam - The Resistance Museum (Dutch: Verzetsmuseum) is located in the Plantage neighborhood in Amsterdam, Netherlands. Chosen as the best historical museum in the Netherlands, it tells the story of the Dutch people during World War II. From 14 May 1940 to 5 May 1945, the Netherlands was occupied by Nazi Germany. Permanent exhibits recreate the atmosphere of Amsterdam’s streets during the German occupation, with large photographs, old posters, objects, films, and sounds from that time. The Holocaust’s background is also visualized for visitors. The exhibition covers everyday life during that period, as well as exceptional historical events and the population’s resistance against the Nazis and acts of heroism.

• Luxury Electric boat with comfy cushions
• Blankets and umbrellas included
• All fees and taxes covered

• Alcoholic beverages
• Snacks

If you’re looking to explore our exquisite city in the utmost comfort, our boats present the perfect solution. Our open boat offers plenty of room and is powered by a whisper-quiet electric engine, ensuring a peaceful journey. The supreme comfort of our cushioned seats and plush pillows will make you feel like royalty as you sail through the canals. During the colder months, we provide a cosy heated boat. We don’t subscribe to impersonal audio tours; our skilled guides will share enthralling tales about the canals, usually only known by the locals - you’ll truly experience the city and uncover its hidden gems. Furthermore, we sport a fully-stacked bar offering an assortment of drinks ranging from soft drinks such as Coca Cola, Fanta, and Sprite to Strawberry mojuitos. A delightful indulgence.

Please note, this tour is conducted not by me, but by the wonderful team at Flagship. If you’re interested in a tour with Captain Jack, make sure to reserve the All Inclusive.

• In winter time we use a closed and heated boat.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.