Jazz Cruise in Amsterdam with Live Music

🎷 Live jazz, local talent and a glass of wine in your hand - welcome aboard. 🎶
60 minutes
Central Station
Age 12 and up

🎷 Jazz Canal Cruise – Live music on Amsterdam’s canals.

Board our exclusive Jazz Cruise Amsterdam and experience Amsterdam at its finest – from the water, accompanied by the warm sounds of live jazz music. During this 1-hour cruise, the only one with live music, you’ll be taken past atmospheric canals, historic buildings and bridges, while emerging Amsterdam jazz artists provide a unique soundtrack to your evening.

During this special Jazz Cruise, you can enjoy a selection of drinks on board. You can choose a ticket including drinks (soft drinks, beer and wine) or the standard variant where you pay per drink. Enjoy Glüwhein in the winter and or fresh local beer in the summer. Cocktails are prepared fresh at the bar and are always available separately.

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Practical information

  • Duration: 1 hour

  • Departure point: Central boarding location in Amsterdam

  • Toilets: Limited on board – we recommend using the restroom in advance. Walking around is not possible during the performance.

  • Drinks: Soft drinks, (local) beers, wine and cocktails are available on board. Our cocktails are prepared fresh at the bar! Optional: Book the cruise including drinks (cocktails excluded).

  • Accessibility: To board the jazz cruise, guests must descend 5 steps from the dock to the seating area of the boat. Our staff is happy to assist whenever possible, but full wheelchair accessibility is unfortunately not possible. Wheelchairs can be safely left on the dock during the cruise.
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For whom.

This cruise is perfect for music lovers, romantic nights out, friends outings or anyone who wants to experience Amsterdam in a special way.

By whom


During the cruise, we collaborate with a wide range of talented musicians from Amsterdam’s vibrant jazz scene. In the coming period you can expect performances by fantastic artists such as Emil Novotny, Damien Mehldau, Ilay Shachal, Denis Pavlenko, Theo Naishtat, Andrea James Child, Egor Tokarev, Louis Zen Haulou, Kitano Hernandez Solano, Erik Köhl, Louis Holland, Andrea Vescovo, Søren Christensen, DoHyun Lee, Uriah Gunter, Seppo Kitachev, Morten Brattgård, Ola Rudd, Lu Zhenghao, Anton Tuxen, Miquel Valente and Nina Yip Simone. Each night features a different lineup, making no two cruises the same.

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Local, Enthusiastic Skippers

Our experienced skippers will tell you all about the city’s rich history. Enjoy friendly service and a personal canal tour.

Different boarding locations

For our canal cruises, we depart from various locations: near Central Station, the Anne Frank House, and the Rosewood Hotel. Choose where you want to board and experience the convenience of sailing with KINboat!

Free Cancellation

Flexibility is paramount at KINboat. Cancel for free up to 24 hours before departure and book with confidence for a worry-free canal cruise through Amsterdam.

5 out of 5 Stars on Tripadvisor

It is no coincidence that KINboat has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars on Tripadvisor. And that with over 5,000 reviews!

Frequently asked questions

The canal cruise lasts 1 hour. During this time you will sail along Amsterdam’s most beautiful canals and enjoy live Jazz music on board.

We for a comfortable and festive atmosphere with an hour of live music played by local talents. Drinks are available on board for a fee.

The sloops depart from the Station Square near Central Station. You will receive the exact departure point in the confirmation email after your reservation. If necessary, Google Maps can help you navigate.

Our covered ships can accommodate up to 40 people. This ensures that everyone can sit comfortably and enjoy the experience to the fullest. The roof can be partially opened, giving you ideal conditions in both inclement and fair weather.

Yes, it is possible to rent an entire boat for a private cruise. To do so, please contact us at info@kinboat.com to discuss options and pricing.

Then we close the roof 😀

Yes, children are welcome on our tours.

Bringing your own food is not allowed. On board we have beverages available.

You can cancel or change your reservation by contacting us at info@kinboat.com.

Our covered boats are equipped with a toilet. Our open sloops are not.

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