Boarding locations in Amsterdam Center

In the heart of Amsterdam, we have over 30 locations where we can pick up and drop off your group with our luxury saloon boats. Depending on where your group is arriving from or heading to after the cruise, we will always find a boarding pier within easy walking distance.

If you are organizing a networking event with guests arriving from various directions, we recommend choosing a pier near a public transport hub and a parking garage. However, if your guests are coming directly from a hotel or office along the canal belt for a private dinner cruise, there are multiple convenient piers within walking distance on every canal.

Simply indicate where everyone is coming from and where they need to go when requesting a quote for your private cruise, and we will suggest the most ideal pick-up and drop-off locations in that area.

1. Central Station & Oosterdok

These locations are within walking distance of Amsterdam Central Station, making them easily accessible from all directions. Ideal for groups arriving from various places for a drinks cruise on a private boat event in the city centre, or simply when you want to board in this convenient area.

Stationsplein: Located directly opposite the main entrance of Central Station. Exceptionally easy to reach, though it can get busy.
Oosterdok (near DoubleTree by Hilton and Sea Palace): Home to the iconic floating restaurant Sea Palace, this spacious pier is a great meeting point for larger groups.
Nemo: Located next to the NEMO Science Museum in the Oosterdok area.
Muziekgebouw aan het IJ: Board right next to the Muziekgebouw aan het IJ and the Mövenpick Hotel.

2. Western Canal Belt (Grachtengordel West)

Boarding in the western part of the canal belt means starting your journey in a UNESCO World Heritage site, surrounded by gorgeous architecture and the authentic charm of Amsterdam (if you ask us! 🙂 ). This area roughly stretches between Brouwersgracht and Leidsegracht. You can simply charter a luxury saloon boat with us and have us pick you up right here.

Westermarkt: A pier next to the Westerkerk on Keizersgracht, right beside the Homomonument. A stunning backdrop with the Westertoren in the background, easily accessible from both the Jordaan and Amsterdam city centre.
Rode hoed: A public boarding pier located directly in front of the Rode Hoed cultural centre.
Herenmarkt: Located on Brouwersgracht next to Herenmarkt, which sits right beside the lively Haarlemmerstraat.
Herengracht 124: Situated right in front of the Spaces co-working office.
Koepelkerk: Located on the Singel canal, very close to Central Station, Nieuwendijk, and Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal.
d’Vijff Vlieghen: You’ll find this public pier on the Singel canal, right by restaurant d’Vijff Vlieghen. Close to Spui and within easy walking distance of Kalverstraat.
Pulitzer Hotel: Located on Prinsengracht, this pier at the Pulitzer Hotel is available for us to use for guests staying or dining at the hotel.
Hotel Rosewood: In front of the luxurious Rosewood Hotel. An ideal boarding location if you are coming from the Leidseplein area.
Museum of the Canals (Grachtenmuseum): A public passenger pier in front of the Museum of the Canals. Perfect if you are coming from a location along Herengracht.

3. Southern Canal Belt (Grachtengordel Zuid)

Boarding around the southern canal belt guarantees a start in pure style. Logistically, this area is ideal if your group is gathering at offices near Rembrandtplein, Vijzelstraat, or the upscale art galleries in the Spiegelkwartier. It also offers a seamless start for guests staying at premier hotels like the Waldorf Astoria: you can board right outside the door and effortlessly set sail toward both the Amstel River and the historic city centre.

Herengracht / Nieuwe Spiegelstraat Intersection: Located right in the heart of the prestigious ‘Golden Bend’ (Gouden Bocht) on Herengracht, at the corner of Nieuwe Spiegelstraat.
Waldorf Astoria: A public pier in front of the Waldorf Astoria Hotel on Herengracht, located close to the Amstel River.
Willet Holthuysen: Situated on Herengracht near the Amstel, directly in front of the Willet-Holthuysen Museum.
Museum van Loon: Located on Keizersgracht, right in front of Museum Van Loon.
Prinsengracht 743: Positioned on Prinsengracht, between Leidsestraat and Nieuwe Spiegelstraat.
Buffet van Odette: Pick-up and drop-off are available directly in front of Buffet van Odette.
Amstelveld Reguliersgracht: Located on the charming Reguliersgracht. Ideal if you are arriving from a venue around Amstelveld, such as Utrechtsestraat or Kerkstraat.

4. Waterlooplein, Nieuwmarkt, Old Town & Red Light District

Central, historic, and exceptionally accessible. This area is the perfect boarding location for groups arriving from the Stopera or anywhere in the historic city centre. Thanks to its close proximity to Waterlooplein metro station and several large parking garages (such as ParkMe or Waterlooplein), this is by far the easiest spot in the centre to welcome guests traveling by car or public transport directly on board before setting sail through the city.

Stopera (City hall & Opera): A large pier located directly in front of the City Hall and National Opera. Easily accessible by metro and car, with several parking garages within a 10-minute walk.
Kloveniersburgwal: Located on the Kloveniersburgwal canal near the street called Rusland.
Zwanenburgwal: Situated on the Zwanenburgwal, right opposite Waterlooplein.
Hotel the grand: Located on the Oudezijds Voorburgwal directly in front of the luxury hotel The Grand. Perfect if you want to board or disembark in the Red Light District area.
Agnietenkapel: Positioned in front of the historic Agnietenkapel, close to the University of Amsterdam.

5. Plantage District & Eastern Canal Belt (Plantagebuurt & Oostelijke Grachtengordel)

Looking for space to board comfortably and at a relaxed pace? The eastern part of the city centre features wide canals and high bridges, making it the ultimate starting point for larger vessels and corporate events. This area is ideal if your guests are arriving from the UvA Roeterseiland Campus, a conference at Artis Zoo or the Hortus Botanicus, or a business dinner around the Entrepotdok. You’ll avoid the hustle and bustle of the narrow inner city, while still reaching the Amstel River within minutes.

Entrepotdok: A public boarding pier located right in front of Restaurant Bloem. Perfect for guests starting or finishing their program in the Plantage district, near Artis Zoo, or along the Entrepotdok.
Nieuwe Keizersgracht: A quiet pier on the Nieuwe Keizersgracht, located next to the former Hermitage Museum.
H’art museum: A public pick-up and drop-off spot directly on the Amstel River, right in front of the former Hermitage.
Royal Theatre Carré: A beautiful pier on the Amstel River, situated right next to Carré and the historic Amstel Locks. Ideal for being dropped off for a show at Carré, and also within short walking distance of the UvA Roeterseiland Campus.

6. The Jordaan

An informal and authentic start to your cruise begins on the western edge of the city centre. These boarding locations are ideal for companies based in the Jordaan or around Haarlemmerdijk. They are also perfect if your group is boarding right after a presentation or drinks at local hotspots like De Waterkant. From this relaxed side of the inner city, you can seamlessly sail onto the iconic Prinsengracht or head out toward the open waters of the IJ.

Appeltjesmarkt: Located along the Singelgracht, right next to hotspot De Waterkant, the Appeltjesmarkt offers a convenient spot to pick up and drop off passengers. Ideal if you want to head straight into the Jordaan.
Lijnbaansgracht 152: Situated on the Lijnbaansgracht in the Jordaan, right at the end of Lauriersgracht and within short walking distance of Elandsgracht and other picturesque streets in the area.