
With a cruise through Leiden you will experience the characteristic, medieval city of Leiden from the unique canal system. The cruise is the perfect activity for the whole family, even in bad weather!
During the cruise you will learn all about the rich history of the city of Leiden. You can watch from your comfortable chair how the brilliant colors of Leiden transform into a medieval painting. The historic city of Leiden was founded in the 9th century, and has neighborhoods that have hardly changed over the centuries.
Stories from the water
With an audio guide you can listen to the stories while enjoying the beautiful canal houses, monuments, museums and poor houses from the unique canal system.
This is a relaxed cultural tour, which offers you many wonderful perspectives for taking the most beautiful photos!
Depending on the weather, the tour boats are open or covered.
Cruising times in the Leiden canal cruise
The tour boats sail daily from the fixed departure location in the center of Leiden. Every day there is a departure to:
11:30 am – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm.
If you buy your ticket online, you can show your ticket on your mobile phone and then immediately take the next boat.
What does a cruise through the canals of Leiden cost?
A cruise through Leiden is ideal for young and old. The prices are also very attractive. Buy your ticket online to make sure you can sail with it.
Adults from 13 years | € 10.50 | Buy your ticket » |
Children 4 to 12 years | € 7.00 | Buy your ticket » |
Children 0 to 3 years | € 3.00 | Buy your ticket » |
Senior from 65 years | € 9.50 | Buy your ticket » |
Accessibility Boat Tour Leiden
De Rederij is located at Blauwpoortshaven 5 in the center of Leiden. Within walking distance from Leiden Central Station. If you come by car, it is best to park your car in Garage Morspoort or parking lot Molen de Valk. You can also park in the Haagweg car park and then travel to Leiden center with the free shuttle bus. More information about parking in Leiden can be found here.
Address
- Rederij Rembrandt
- Blauwpoortshaven 5
- 2312 EL Leiden
Tips Bollenstreek
Come and enjoy between beach and city and discover Holland from the most beautiful holiday region of the Netherlands. View our tips below.
- Breathe in the healthy sea air and enjoy the beach & dunes in the Netherlands
- Enjoy the colorful flower fields in the Netherlands and Keukenhof Flower Park
- Discover the real Netherlands in the polders & lakes area of the Netherlands
- A day out to a city? You will find no fewer than eight historic Dutch cities around the Bollenstreek
- A day out? Read our Tips for a Day Out?
- Take a look at one of the many museums in and around the Bollenstreek
- Fancy an active day? Enjoy one of the cycling routes and walking routes.