Canal tour Haarlem Centre

Discover the city of Haarlem

Join us on a relaxing cruise and explore Haarlem’s historic centre in 50 minutes. Our skippers will gladly guide you past the city’s highlights, including the famous Teylers Museum, the iconic windmill ‘de Adriaan’, the bustling Jopen church and the captivating Frans Hals Museum. Discover Haarlem’s fascinating history and hidden gems as you cruise the picturesque canals.

Enjoy the cruise with tasty snacks and refreshing drinks, which are provided at our boarding location and may be taken on board. You can also join us on our spacious terrace before or after your cruise, with a beautiful view over the Spaarne river.

Our experienced crew, who have been cruising the waters of Haarlem’s canals for years, will be more than happy to tell you all about the city. Besides the stories of our skippers, Smidtje Canal Cruises also offers an audio guide in 5 different languages.

Our open boats mainly sail during the summer season and allow you to take the most beautiful photos with unobstructed views. During the colder days, we sail with heated and covered boats. This way, you get to enjoy a comfortable cruise through beautiful Haarlem in rain or shine.