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A canal with boats, people, and historic buildings. 1
A dimly lit boat deck with wooden flooring, metal railings, and a central light fixture. 2
A canal with a green boat, buildings, and a bridge. 3
A boat with passengers, a docked bicycle, and a building with a green awning. 4
A group of people seated outdoors, some holding drinks, with a bridge structure in the background. 5
By Rondvaart Leiden

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
Free cancellation available
Price is $14 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 1h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

    • Covered canal cruise in case of rain
    • Discover Leiden from the water and see the City Hall and Hortus Botanicus Garden
    • Learn about Leiden's fascinating history from your local captain as you cruise
    • Purchase a drink or snack before departure and enjoy it as you sail the canals
    • Sail through Leiden's cozy canals and singels and pass under historic bridges

Activity location

    • Leiden
    • Leiden, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Aalmarkt 4, 2311 EC Leiden, Netherlands | Please check-in at the shop of Rondvaart Leiden, at Aalmarkt 4. This is in front of the boats.
    • Leiden, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands

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Leiden: Historic Canal Cruise with a professional skipper

  • Activity duration is 1 hour1h
    1h
  • English
Price details
$13.97 x 1 Adult$13.97
Total
Price is $13.97

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Canal cruise
  • Inclusions
    Captain/guide
  • Exclusions
    Food and drinks (available for purchase)
  • Exclusions
    Tips

Know before you book

    • Not suitable for: Wheelchair users

What you can expect

  • Explore Leiden from a different angle on a comfortable canal cruise. Learn about the city from your captain, see the Leiden City Hall from the water, and pass under many of Leiden's famous bridges.

    Board your cruise in the city center and begin your adventure through Leiden's 17 miles of canals. Cruise through the historic city center and pass the City Hall, the luscious Hortus Botanicus Garden, and the Museum De Lakenhal.
    As you explore the canals of Leiden, cruise under many of its 88 bridges. Sit back and enjoy the view while your captain tells you fascinating facts about Leiden and the sights you pass.
    Covered canal cruise in case of rain
    If you wish to enjoy a drink or a snack as you cruise, you can purchase one at the departure point before boarding.

Location

Activity location

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    • Leiden
    • Leiden, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Aalmarkt 4, 2311 EC Leiden, Netherlands | Please check-in at the shop of Rondvaart Leiden, at Aalmarkt 4. This is in front of the boats.
    • Leiden, Zuid-Holland, Netherlands