Boarding locations
If you’re opting for open boat tour with Stromma in Amsterdam, it’s useful to know that there are three different departure points, also known as boarding locations. You can choose from Stromma Damrak (Pier 6), Stromma Rijksmuseum, or Stromma Leidseplein.
This is convenient if you’d like to combine your open boat tour with a visit to the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, or Moco Museum. The route of the boat depends on the boarding location. For example, if you depart from Damrak, you’ll sail past the Skinny Bridge, the Seven Bridges, and through various smaller canals. If you choose to board at Rijksmuseum, you’ll pass landmarks like the world-famous Anne Frank House and Westerkerk, and sail along the Amstel River.
All three locations are easily accessible by public transport. If you prefer to drive, we recommend choosing the Leidseplein departure point, where you can park at Q-Park Byzantium. From there, it’s about a 3-minute walk to the departure point.
Boat times
The cruise times for the open boat tour vary, depending on the departure point. Generally, there are multiple departures per day from all three locations. For the most up-to-date departure times, check the Stromma website. The schedule is also dependent on the size of the boat. There are boats that accommodate a maximum of 12 people, others up to 20 people, and some up to 35 people.
Food & drinks
There are no food and drinks available onboard, but you can buy some refreshments from a Stromma shop before you leave. Each location has a shop where you can buy drinks and snacks for the trip. The shops also have toilets, which is convenient since there are no restroom facilities on board.
The weather
The weather in the Netherlands is quite unpredictable. For this reason, Stromma allows you to reschedule your tickets up to an hour before departure. You can do this by contacting customer service, but keep in mind that rescheduling is subject to availability, so it’s important to check in advance. If it does rain and you still want to go on the boat ride, the boats can be covered with a canopy to keep you dry.
