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Unique boat trips:
in Haarlem

  • Comfortable boats with an open rear deck
  • Centrally located boarding location
  • Hospitable skippers
  • Includes live audio guide, available in 7 languages

Popular tours

Unique boat trips with local expertise - discover the historic charm of Haarlem

Most popular!

Canal tour Haarlem Centre

Discover the city of Haarlem

  • Sailing time 50 minutes
  • Central boarding location
  • Suitable for all ages
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From €19.95 per ticket
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Cheese and wine cruise

A flavourful discovery on the canals of Haarlem

  • Sailing time 90 minutes
  • Wines carefully selected
  • Variation of wines and Duch cheeses
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From €34,95 per ticket
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Why choose a canal cruise with Smidtje Canal Cruises?

Unique themed cruises

From the Cheese and Wine Cruise to the Tulip Boat – always a one-of-a-kind experience.

Convenient central boarding location

Hop on easily at the Spaarne

Hospitable skippers

Discover the personal stories and insider tips

Sustainable cruising

Join us on our 100% electric fleet.

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Amsterdam Light Festival ✨

Only 20 minutes from Haarlem

Looking for a special evening? From November 27, 2025, to January 18, 2026, Amsterdam (20 minutes from Haarlem) will be transformed with beautiful light art. Experience the Amsterdam Light Festival from the water during a 75-minute cruise past the light artworks with our company in Amsterdam, Amsterdam Circle Line!

Hop on at the Anne Frank House or Central Station and sail in comfort on a heated, covered boat with a toilet on board. We even have an option with unlimited drinks. Enjoy the fantastic view from the lounge aft deck or through the panoramic skylight. The official audio guide in Dutch and English tells you everything about the light artworks. Perfect for the most beautiful photos and a unique evening.

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Through the eyes of our passengers

Thousands have cruised with us – read what they had to say about their experience.

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Cool captain!

1 April 2025    Couples

A nice trip in a big sloop to discover the backside of Haarlem. Thanks to the knowledgeable commentary on board, we got many tips for our walk through the city. Cool captain!
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Astrid P
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Highly recommended if you are in Haarlem!

1 April 2025

It was a really nice experience! The atmosphere on the boat was nice, the drinks were delicious and we got nice information about Haarlem.
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Lars H Amsterdam, Nederland
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Beautiful and relaxing boat trip

31 March 2025

In augustus 2024 hebben we bij een bezoek aan de prachtige oude stad Haarlem een boottocht van 50 minuten met Smidtje gemaakt. Het was een geweldige ervaring voor 16 euro per persoon, en geeft de bezoeker een prachtig uitzicht vanaf de rivier naar de oude huizen en gebouwen. Ook kunt u genieten van het uitzicht over de stad Haarlem zonder moe te worden. Een zeer goede aanbeveling om Haarlem aan de rivier te ontdekken.
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Websurfr Epe, Nederland
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Skipper makes it extra fun

1 April 2025    Friends

What a friendly skipper! We enjoyed his stories and the boat trip itself. The weather was nice, that was also nice. But hey, it's covered. Always possible. Recommended!
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Peter D
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Super fun boat trip

1 April 2025    Families

We couldn't find the tour boat. They picked us up at the mill. This is of course 1st class service. Thanks again for that. The boat trip was super fun and we were actually able to see a lot of things.
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Frequently Asked Questions

We’ve gathered the answers to the most frequently asked questions about our canal cruises in Haarlem—right here for you.

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Our cruises last between 50 and 90 minutes, depending on the tour you book.

You can purchase tickets at our departure location, the Boothuys, or online via our website. However, we recommend booking in advance to secure your preferred time slot and avoid disappointment if the boat is full.

Our boats are accessible for passengers with a foldable wheelchair, provided you can manage four to five steps to board. Folded wheelchairs can be left at the Boothuys during the cruise.

Bringing your own food and drinks is not allowed. However, you can purchase snacks and beverages at the Boothuys to enjoy on board.

No worries! In case of bad weather, our boats are covered and heated. During summer, you can enjoy the sunshine through the open roof and relax on the back deck. If you’ve booked an open sloop and the weather turns unfavorable, we will do our best to transfer you to a covered boat.

Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed on board our boats.

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Ready to hop on board?

We welcome you! Be surprised by the unique stories of the hospitable skippers of Haarlem.

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Where to find us

Tickets for our cruises are available online, at our ticket shop, or directly at the dock.

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