The Amsterdamse Grachtengordel (the main canals forming concentric belts around the city) dates back to the 17 e century, consisting of the Singel, the Prinsengracht, Keizersgracht and Herengracht.<\/p>\n
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- De Keizersgracht<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
These main canals have been dug around the Burgwallen. In 2010, the Amsterdamse Grachtengordel was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List<\/strong>. The four main canals run from the Brouwersgracht and end in the Amstel. When looking at the canal houses you can see the prosperity of the Golden Age and the 18 e century. The buildings have been renovated several times and therefore you see different facades and styles mixed together.<\/p>\n
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Het Singel<\/span><\/h3>\n
The Singel is part of the Amsterdamse Grachtengordel and is one of the four main canals. It was dug approximately in 1428 from the IJ to the Boerenwetering, but the remainder up to the Amstel was not constructed until around 1450. It had a rammed earth wall when it was built, which was later replaced by a stone wall. Initially, the Singel was the western city border. This changed when the city was expanded around 1585.<\/p>\n
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De Prinsengracht<\/span><\/h3>\n
The Prinsengracht is part of the Amsterdamse Grachtengordel and is one of the four main canals. It was designed by city surveyor Lucas Jansz Sinck and city carpenter Hendrick Jacobz Staets and was dug in 1612. In 1658, the part between the Leidsegracht and the Amstel was added and the last extension added the part east of the Amstel. This section is called Nieuwe Prinsengracht (New Prinsengracht). The Korte Prinsengracht (Short Prinsengracht) is an extension, between the Brouwersgracht and the Westerdok. The canal is named after the Prince of Orange.<\/p>\n
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De Herengracht<\/span><\/h3>\n
Herengracht was designed in 1612 by city surveyor Lucas Jansz Sinck and city carpenter Hendrick Jacobz Staets and is one of the four main canals. It belongs to the Amsterdamse Grachtengordel. The Herengracht was previously a moat that was dug in 1585. It used to be a ditch and has been widened to the canal as we know it today. It is named after the Gentlemen Governors of the city of Amsterdam. After 1658, the canal was laid between the Leidsegracht and the Binnen Amstel. Here is the Gouden Bocht (Golden Bend), where the richest citizens lived in beautiful buildings. The most beautiful house there, Huis de Neufville from 1731, is located at Herengracht 475. The part from the east of the Amstel to the water of the IJ, which was part of the later extension, is called Nieuwe Herengracht (New Herengracht).<\/p>\n
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De Keizersgracht<\/span><\/h3>\n
In design of city surveyor Lucas Jansz Sinck and city carpenter Hendrick Jacobz Staets in 1615, the first portion was dug from the Keizersgracht, between the Brouwersgracht and the Leidsegracht. The first idea was to create a boulevard here without water, but that was not convenient for potential buyers who wanted to reach their property by boat. With a width of 28.31 meters (93 feet\/30.96 yards), the Keizersgracht is the widest canal in the center of Amsterdam. The latest extension is the section between the Amstel and the Plantage Muidergracht. This part is called the Nieuwe Keizersgracht (New Keizersgracht). The Keizersgracht is part of the Amsterdamse Grachtengordel and is one of the four main canals.<\/p>\n
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De Reguliersgracht<\/h3>\n
The Reguliersgracht was dug around 1658. The canal was initially supposed to run to the Amstel, but there was simply not enough money. For example, an expensive lock would have to be built. The section between Pri nsengracht and Herengracht has been excavated because soil was needed to raise Rembrandtplein (then Reguliersplein). The canal is named after the Reguliersklooster. Fun fact: in 1971 the Bond film \u201cDiamonds Are Forever\u201d was partially shot on the 3 rd floor of Reguliersgracht 36.<\/p>\n
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Het Rokin<\/h3>\n
The Rokin is a section of the (old course of the) river Amstel and is located between Dam Square and the Muntplein. The name has changed over the years from Ruck-in (1559), Rock Inne (1563) and ‘t Rockin (1564) to Rokin. The name arose because the buildings that stood on the Amstel had to \u201cwithdraw\u201d (inrukken in Dutch) in order to realize a quay. In 2003 construction started for the North \/ South line, which resulted in the Rokin metro station.<\/p>\n
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De Amstel<\/h3>\n
The Amstel is a canalised river and was created by the confluence of the Drecht and Kromme Mijdrecht near Uithoorn. It starts at Nieuwveen and ends at Ouderkerk. From Ouderkerk to Amsterdam, the water is called Amstel. A trading settlement arose along the Amstel, making the village of Amstelredam the city of Amsterdam. The oldest mention of the village that has been found is from October 27, 1275. The Amstel ends at the Muntplein in the center of Amsterdam. It is believed that Dam Square was built at the mouth of the Amstel after floods that occurred in 1170 and 1173. The name Amsterdam therefore comes from \u201cdam in the Amstel\u201d.<\/p>\n
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De Grimburgwal<\/h3>\n
The Grimburgwal is a small canal located in the center of Amsterdam. Here the Nes, the Oudezijds Voorburgwal and the Oudezijds Achterburgwal come together. It was Amsterdam’s southern border until it became the southern border of the Red Light District in 1425. A large part of the University of Amsterdam is located on the Grimburgwal. In the 14 e century the canal was landscaped with an earthen wall, also called ramparts, in order to protect the city. Today, the Huis aan de Drie Grachten (House on Three Canals) from 1610 still stands here . It is surrounded by the Oudezijds Voorburgwal, the Oudezijds Achterburgwal and the Grimburgwal. The double house has a stepped gable on each canal. Due to poor maintenance, the Grimburgwal quay collapsed on September 1st , 2020.<\/p>\n
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De Oudezijds Voorburgwal<\/h3>\n
In the Red Light District you will find the oldest canal in Amsterdam , the Oudezijds Voorburgwal . The Oudezijds Voorburgwal was probably first a water channel, which was further dug up to the canal “De Oude Zijde”. The city was divided into two parts: \u201cDe Oude Zijde\u201d, where the Old Church stood and \u201cDe Nieuwe Zijde\u201d with the New Church. To protect the city, a moat with an earthen wall (burgwal) was dug on both sides.<\/p>\n
Around 1385 new walls were added and the Oudezijds Voorburgwal, Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal, Oudezijds Achterburgwal and Nieuwezijds Achterburgwal were created. The latter is now called Spuistraat. These names often lead to confusion for people who are not from Amsterdam, which is not surprising.
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Het Kolkje<\/h3>\n
If you are talking about the Amsterdam canals, Het Kolkje (the famous short and narrow canal\/lock) should certainly not be left out. Via the Zeedijk it runs to the Open Harbor Front. Its official name is Oudezijds Kolk, but it is popularly called Het Kolkje. The narrow canal dates back to the 15 e century and was initially the drainage canal to the IJ, which is now the Open Harbor Front. Only one quay is available for pedestrians..<\/p>\n
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The Open Harbor Front<\/h3>\n
You will find the Open Harbor Front between Prins Hendrikkade and Stationseiland . It arose because people wanted to build the Central Station and to do so they had to construct Stationseiland in the IJ. This happened between 1870 and 1880. It connects with the Western Door to the IJ, the Singel, the Damrak and the Oosterdok.<\/p>\n
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Sights along the Amsterdam Canals<\/h2>\n
If you take a canal cruise through the Amsterdam canals, you will pass the most impressive sights of our capital. Amsterdam has an incredibly rich history, which you really should see from the water.<\/p>\n
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The Central Station<\/span><\/h2>\n
Amsterdam Central Station is a train station built between 1881 and 1889. It was designed by, among others, Pierre Cuypers, who also designed the Rijksmuseum. It was the first Dutch station designed by a famous architect. The building was originally completed in October 1884. Officially it is called Amsterdam Central Station. Fun fact: in China there is a copy of the station in Shenyang.\n<\/p>\n
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De Schreierstoren<\/span><\/h3>\n
Amsterdam used to have a city wall with defensive towers. The only tower that still exists is the Schreierstoren. It was built around 1487 on the corner of the IJ and the eastern side of the capital. The name came about because it used to be called the Schrayershoucktoren. The city wall had a sharp angle at this spot and schray means sharp. There\u2019s been said, however, that the tower takes its name from the wives of VOC members, who had to say goodbye to their husbands for a long time and therefore had to weep (cry). The tower is also called the “Tower of Tears” for the same reason. Fun fact: 1 of the stones of the Schreierstoren has been incorporated in the facade of the Tribune Tower in Chicago.<\/p>\n
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The Maritime Museum<\/span><\/h3>\n
The building housing the Maritime Museum was built in 1656 as a warehouse for the Admiralty of Amsterdam. It was designed by Dani\u00ebl Stalpaert. It was a warehouse for ship equipment, cannons and sails of the war fleet. To provide the ships with drinking water, rainwater was collected under the courtyard. The contemporary museum has the second largest maritime collection in the world and was founded in 1916 as the De Vereeniging Nederlandsch Historisch Scheepvaart Museum . Two ships can be admired at the jetty of the museum: the steamship Christiaan Brunings and a replica of the VOC ship \u201cAmsterdam\u201d.<\/p>\n
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De Montelbaanstoren<\/span><\/h3>\n
The Montelbaanstoren was originally built in 1516 as part of the defense line around Amsterdam and overlooked the Zuiderzee (now known as the IJsselmeer) . The Duke of Alba, who was governor of the Netherlands during the Eighty Years’ War, wanted to build a castle near the tower called Monte Albano. This gave the tower the name Monte-Albaens-tooren, which has been bastardized to Montelbaanstoren. The ornamental crown, designed in the Renaissance style, was not built on top of it until 1606. The story goes that bell-ringer Japie was not so precise with ringing the bells. He did this more or less when he felt like it and, for example, rang the clock 5 times, while it was 1 o’clock. This has earned the tower the nickname Malle Jaap (Crazy Jaap).<\/p>\n
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The Dancing Houses<\/span><\/h3>\n
In Amsterdam many houses along the canals are very crooked. This is partly due to subsidence, but it was also the custom in the past to build houses in such a way that they lean forward. They called this \u201crunning facades\u201d. Houses were often deliberately built in stages in the Middle Ages. Each floor protruded a bit, which is called overhang. It simplified the wood connections, it provided protection against rain and there was more space in the top floors. From the 20th century it was forbidden to build running facades and people started building the houses straight again. Because the houses with running facades and newer houses are mixed up, it seems as if some houses slope backwards, while these are just straight. In practically all sagging and therefore crooked houses the floors have been leveled, but not in the \u201cSluiswachtershuisje\u201d from 1695. A caf\u00e9 owner bought it and they say that this is the cheapest caf\u00e9 in Amsterdam, because you already feel drunk after 2 drinks. Inside is a sign that says “Keep on drinking ’till the building makes sense again”.<\/p>\n
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Het Waterlooplein<\/span><\/h3>\n
The Waterlooplein (a square) is located in the center of the city and is named after the Battle of Waterloo. It was created in 1882 and disappeared in the 70s and 80s due to the construction of the subway and the construction of the Stopera. Later, the market around the Stopera was created. It used to be a Jewish market, but nothing was left of it after World War II. Nowadays, a flea market is held every week from Monday to Saturday at this place with about 300 market stalls.<\/p>\n
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The Red Light District<\/span><\/h3>\n
Before 1385, the west and east of Amsterdam were screened off with a moat and earthen wall (now Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal and Oudezijds Voorburgwal). Later, more of these were built and so \u201cde Wallen\u201d or Red Light District was created.
\nThe Red Light District is located in the oldest part of Amsterdam, with the Old Church as the oldest surviving building. This church and the Warmoesstraat exist from the 13th century. In the Middle Ages there was a harbor with a center for entertainment. Sailors could already go there for drinks and sex.
\nThe eastern part of the Red Light District is the famous part because this is where the ladies of pleasure work. Traditionally, red lamps are lit in front of the prostitutes’ rooms. The story goes that there used to be many widows in the city because their partners did not return from the sea. After a year of mourning, they hung a red lantern on the door to show that they were ready for male contact again. That would explain the red lights.
\nAround 1930, the ladies were no longer allowed to lure customers from the doorway. They were allowed to sit behind the window with the curtains ajar. The window prostitution as we now know it was originated.\n<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”makeFlexColumn” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_text_color=”#ffffff” header_3_text_color=”#ffffff” custom_padding=”||||false|true” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
The 7 bridges<\/span><\/h3>\n
There are 1539 bridges throughout Amsterdam, 252 of which are located in the city center. Yet there are a number of bridges that stand out, such as the famous \u201c7 bridges\u201d. What\u2019s special about this is that these arch bridges can all be seen from the Herengracht from a tour boat. This is because the Reguliersgracht is the only canal that runs in a straight line. You can look through all these bridges and it really is a breathtakingly beautiful view.<\/p>\n
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The Skinny Bridge<\/span><\/h3>\n
Around 1691, a bridge over the Amstel was built to connect Kerkstraat with the other bank. This was called the Kerkstraat Bridge. In 1871 this bridge was demolished due to dilapidation. At the end of 17 e century, a lot cheaper, smaller bridge that was not of stone, but of wood came in its place. Because it was narrower, it was given the name Skinny Bridge. From then on it had to be renovated often for a variety of reasons. Finally, a slightly larger, wider bridge was built in 1934. The Skinny Bridge has been a national monument since 2002.
\nThere are many stories about the Skinny Bridge, but one remains: it is the love bridge of Amsterdam. Legend says your love will last forever if you kiss your lover while floating under the bridge.\n<\/p>\n[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text module_class=”makeFlexColumn” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_text_color=”#ffffff” header_3_text_color=”#ffffff” custom_padding=”||||false|true” z_index_tablet=”500″ global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n
The Old Church<\/span><\/h3>\n
The Old Church is the oldest building in Amsterdam. It is built in 1306 as the St. Nicholas Church, after which, in the 15th and 16th centuries still parts were being added. The funny thing about this church is that in the same square prostitutes are working and that two houses further there is a nursery. In the middle of it all is a bar. So they say that at this square you can do whatever you want … first you leave your child at the daycare, then you get drunk at the bar, visit the prostitutes and finally confess your sins in church.<\/p>\n
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The 7 bridges<\/span><\/h3>\n
There are 1539 bridges throughout Amsterdam, 252 of which are located in the city center. Yet there are a number of bridges that stand out, such as the famous \u201c7 bridges\u201d. What\u2019s special about this is that these arch bridges can all be seen from the Herengracht from a tour boat. This is because the Reguliersgracht is the only canal that runs in a straight line. You can look through all these bridges and it really is a breathtakingly beautiful view.<\/p>\n
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Canal cruise with Floating Amsterdam<\/h3>\n
You get to see all this and much more when you take a luxurious cruise<\/a> with one of our open sloops. Book your tickets<\/a> now and experience the capital’s magical history. After this you will understand why the song says: \u201cTo the Amsterdam canals, I have pledged my heart forever\u201d.<\/p>\n
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Chris <\/div>08\/02\/2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/span> Nice floating round through Amsterdam. Knowledgeable guide, interesting stories. Fully satisfied.<\/div> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div>Posted on Google<\/span> <\/div> <\/div>
Keila Toro <\/div>07\/02\/2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/span> Hermoso. Aunque el vodka del coctel es muy dulce.<\/div> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div>Posted on Google<\/span> <\/div> <\/div>
cas den braber <\/div>10\/01\/2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/span> Boot<\/div> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div>Posted on Google<\/span> <\/div> <\/div>
Naisah Kerdijk <\/div>04\/01\/2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/span> Gisteren zijn mijn partner en ik meegeweest met de Magical Light Tour van Floating Amsterdam, en het was werkelijk een magische ervaring. Onze schipper Ren\u00e9, een echte Amsterdammer, maakte de tocht extra bijzonder. Met zijn humor en leuke weetjes vertelde hij op een ontspannen en interessante manier over de stad en de lichtkunstwerken. Dat gaf de tour echt een persoonlijke en gezellige sfeer. De vaart door de Amsterdamse grachten is op zichzelf al prachtig, maar in combinatie met de indrukwekkende lichtkunstwerken werd het helemaal af. Het was romantisch, sfeervol en tot in de puntjes verzorgd. Er waren warme kleedjes aanwezig en zowel warme als koude drankjes, waardoor je heerlijk comfortabel kon genieten. Wij hebben enorm genoten en gaan dit in de zomer zeker nog een keer doen. Absoluut een aanrader voor iedereen die Amsterdam eens op een andere, betoverende manier wil beleven \u2728\ud83d\udea4<\/div> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div>Posted on Google<\/span> <\/div> <\/div>
Peter Paul De Jong <\/div>03\/01\/2026<\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/span> Jo\u00ebl en Hans hebben ons een onvergetelijke ervaring bezorgd. Rondvaart tijdens Amsterdam Light Festival kado gekregen van onze (schoon)dochter en mooie verhalen erbij van de mannen. Top!<\/div> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div>Posted on Google<\/span> <\/div> <\/div>
Alex van Breemen <\/div>31\/12\/2025<\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/span> Genoten van de bootvaart op 24 december tijdens lightning Amsterdam.. De schipper (Ren\u00e9) en zijn collega hebben ons goed begeleid en van drinken voorzien.. Deze kleinschalige tocht raad ik ten zeerste AAN..<\/div> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div>Posted on Google<\/span> <\/div> <\/div>
Ina M. <\/div>25\/12\/2025<\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/span> Fantastic and authentic canal experience with Floating Boats Amsterdam The Light Festival 2025 tour was amazing \u2014 very informative, relaxed, and with a great atmosphere. Small groups, a very personal vibe, and a skipper who is genuinely friendly and passionate about what he does. (I also loved the cool playlist that matched each art piece \ud83d\ude04) We already joined a Floating Boats tour back in 2019 and had such a great experience that it was an easy decision to come back. Highly recommended if you want a unique and authentic way to experience Amsterdam from the water \u2014 without the typical crowded tourist boat feeling. Unfortunately, it was pretty cold\u2026 so we might just have to come back again in spring! \u2728<\/div> <\/span> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div><\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/div> <\/pre>