Limited availability in June & July
Private cruise Haarlem
Discover Haarlem from the water with a private canal cruise through Haarlem's canals and the Spaarne river. A Haarlem canal cruise with Event op het Water is always a private boat trip on a luxury sloop, including an experienced skipper, comfortable cushions, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Sail past the Gravestenenbrug, the Waag, the windmills of the Spaarne, and the historic city.
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Request without obligation * free cancellation up to 14 days before departure
Limited availability
in June & July
Round trip Haarlem
Zoek je een leuk idee voor een rondvaart? Wat dacht je van een Harlem?
Discover Haarlem from the water with a private canal cruise through Haarlem's canals and the Spaarne river. A Haarlem canal cruise with Event op het Water is always a private boat trip on a luxury sloop, including an experienced skipper, comfortable cushions, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Sail past the Gravestenenbrug, the Waag, the windmills of the Spaarne, and the historic city.
A carefree canal cruise in Haarlem?
We do everything we can to make sure your trip is a fantastic experience and that you don't have to worry about anything.
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All-in rates
All our packages are always incl. unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee and tea.
Inc. skipper
All our cruises are incl. catering staff and nautical crew.
Covered and heated boating
All boats can sail covered and heated. The boats can also be open or have an outdoor area.
It works that simple
Request quote
Enter date, group size and type of outing. This will take 2 minutes.
2 min
Receive confirmation
Event op het Water will send you a customized quote with availability within 24 hours.
within 24 hours
Sail & enjoy
Get on board at Nieuwe Gracht 80. The skipper will take care of the rest.
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Private canal tour in Haarlem: a unique experience
Enjoy a luxury open sloop including a skipper and unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks, juices, tea, and coffee. Event on the Water has sloops suitable for 10 to 70 people in Haarlem. For larger groups of up to 200 people, we link multiple sloops together.
Inclusive
Experienced skipper
Comfortable pillows
Beer, Wine & Soft
Juices, tea & coffee
Hospitality on board
Duration & Routes
1.5 hours - short city tour
2 hours - Spaarne
2.5 hours (most chosen)
3 hours — extensive canals
3.5 hours — Spaarndam & Mooie Nel
Optional
BBQ arrangement
High tea
Snacks
Dining on board
Singer or DJ
Luxury sloop for your canal cruise in Haarlem
Event op het Water in Haarlem exclusively uses luxury open sloops. With local expertise and warm hospitality, we ensure a fantastic canal cruise on all our boat trips. The canal cruise through Haarlem is always a private boat tour, including a skipper. No standard tour boats, no tours among tourists.
Also covered!
Private boat
Open sloop
(10-65 people)
The luxurious open sloops sail both open and covered. Ideal for a cruise or a party on board. Enjoy the Haarlem canals and the Spaarne with a little music while enjoying a snack and a drink. The luxury sloop fits through the narrow canals of Haarlem. Comfortable pillows and a cozy skipper on board.
From 1.5 hours
10 to 70 people
Spaarne
Beer, Wine & Soft
Nieuwe Gracht 80, Haarlem
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
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Private boat
Multiple sloops
(70-200 personen)
For larger groups, Event op het Water connects several sloops to each other, up to a maximum of 200 people. Sail together from the Nieuwe Gracht 80 towards the Spaarne. Each boat has its own skipper and bar. Ideal for a large company outing, staff party or family day where everyone has an intimate boating experience.
From 1.5 hours
70 to 200 people
Spaarne
Beer, Wine & Soft
Nieuwe Gracht 80, Haarlem
Big company outing
Business event
Family day
Larger than 200 people?
In Amsterdam, Rotterdam and Utrecht, the passenger boats and event ships sail up to 700 people.
View BBQ boat Amsterdam.
Price & Availability
Do you want more information about the price, availability and possibilities? Request a free quote or contact us.
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Choose your route for the Haarlem canal cruise
With local expertise and warm hospitality, Event op het Water ensures a fantastic canal cruise in Haarlem on all boat trips. The canal cruise through Haarlem is always a private boat trip including an experienced skipper. No tour boat among tourists, your party has the entire sloop to yourselves.
Below are four routes. Anything is possible: we are not bound to a fixed route. Would you like to board somewhere else or add a food or drink arrangement? Let us know, and we will provide a sharp quote immediately.
Are you with less than 10 people? Then check out the individual tickets for the Haarlem boat tour.
Most chosen!
Haarlem Canal Tour 1
Short tour of the center
The short cruise departs from the boarding point at Nieuwe Gracht 80 and sails past the Gravestenenbrug, the Waag, and the historic quays of the city center. The skipper will point out the highlights and tell you about the city's rich history. Ideal for drinks with snacks or a compact after-work outing.
From 1.5 hours
10 to 70 people
City center of Haarlem
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Haarlem Canal Tour 2:
Spaarne from centrum Haarlem
Be surprised by the Spaarne as you sail from Nieuwe Gracht 80 past the Gravestenenbrug, the Waag, and the historic quays. Every corner of the Spaarne has its own story. The skipper will tell you about the rich history of the city of Haarlem and point out the most beautiful spots. This tour has extra atmosphere in the evening.
From 2.5 hours
10 to 70 people
Spaarne and Haarlem canals
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Haarlem Canal Cruise 3:
Extended tour of Haarlem
Would you like to see not only the Spaarne but also the smaller canals of Haarlem, such as the Bakenessergracht and the Nieuwe Gracht? This extended cruise is for you. Sail past historic buildings, picturesque quays, and charming canals. More time on board for a bite to eat and a drink.
From 3 hours
10 to 70 people
Canals of Haarlem
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Haarlem Canal Cruise 4:
Spaarndam & Mooie Nel
The longest cruise, ideal for a full day on the water. Sail from Nieuwe Gracht 80 towards the Spaarne, past the imposing mill De Adriaan, through Spaarndam and further to the Mooie Nel. Along the way, you'll encounter historic windmills, locks, and open water. For larger groups of up to 200 people, Event op het Water connects multiple sloops.
From 3.5 hours
Spaarne, Spaarndam & Mooie Nel
Luxury sloop
Beer, Wine & Soft
Company outing
Bachelor party
Baby shower
Family party
Create your own cruise
The canal cruises on this page are our most popular excursions. You can also fully customize the boat trips. Combine the canal cruise with a package or an extra hour of sailing.
Event op het Water also has special packages for:
→ Company outing Haarlem
→ Bachelor party Haarlem
→ Birthday Haarlem
→ Business event Haarlem
→ Team building Haarlem
→ Drinks boat Haarlem
→ BBQ boat Haarlem
→ Party boat Haarlem
Upgrade options
BBQ, appetizers, dining on board, cocktails, champagne, singer, DJ, or high tea.
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Boat tour Haarlem rental
Looking for the best boat tour on the canals of Haarlem and the Spaarne River? At Event op het Water, you're guaranteed a fantastic afternoon or evening with your group. Enjoy the beautiful city of Haarlem from the water with friends, family, or colleagues. A luxurious boat tour on a private sloop with unlimited drinks and an experienced skipper.
At Event op het Water, you always rent a private sloop with a professional skipper, comfortable cushions, and unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. The minimum group size for the cruise in Haarlem is 10 people. Are you with a smaller group? View the individual tickets for the Haarlem canal tour.
Enjoy a fantastic view of the Haarlem canals, past the windmill De Adriaan and the historic buildings of the city center. View the menus, including unlimited drinks, and book a canal cruise of your choice. Would you prefer a well-stocked Dutch bar or a glass of prosecco as a welcome drink? You can book this as an add-on. The canal cruise sails in all weather. In bad weather, the canopy will be closed, and the sloop will be heated.
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Upcoming events
Check out the full offer below. Every season there are fun activities on the water.
Sightseeing in the randstad
Borrelen en varen
An unforgettable experience
Borrelboot in the randstad
Borrelen en varen
All year round
Discover Haarlem from the water
Haarlem has a rich history that is reflected in its historic buildings, windmills, and enchanting canals. A canal cruise on the Spaarne River is the most beautiful way to discover the city. Along the way, the skipper will tell stories about Haarlem's history, from the Golden Age to the present day. Sail along the stunning canals and experience Haarlem from the water in a completely new way.
The Adriaan Mill
On almost every canal cruise in Haarlem, you'll sail past Molen De Adriaan. This iconic windmill on the Spaarne was built in 1779 and is one of the city's most famous landmarks. The skipper knows all the stories behind the windmill and is happy to share them. From the water, you'll have a unique view of the windmill and the historic quays around it.
The Gravestenen Bridge and the Weigh House
The Gravestenenbrug is a swing bridge over the Spaarne River and one of Haarlem's oldest bridges. Nearby lies the historic Weigh House (Waag), built in 1598. During the canal cruise, you will pass by here multiple times. The skipper will tell you about the role the Weigh House played in the Dutch Golden Age and point out the highlights.
Teylers Museum and Frans Hals Museum
Teylers Museum is located right on the Spaarne River and is the oldest museum in the Netherlands, opening in 1784. From a sloop, you can see the museum building from a unique perspective. Combine your boat trip with a visit to Teylers Museum or the Frans Hals Museum for a complete day in Haarlem.
Spaarndam and the Mooie Nel
On the longer cruise (3.5 hours), you'll sail via the Spaarne river to Spaarndam and the Mooie Nel. Spaarndam is a picturesque village with a famous lock and the statue of Hans Brinker. The Mooie Nel is an open body of water with expansive views over the Dutch landscape. The skipper knows every waterway and the most beautiful routes. A combination of city, village, and nature in one unforgettable cruise.
Something to celebrate?
Make your event great with our packages. Discover the Netherlands from the water on one of our boats in Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Utrecht. From the iconic Amsterdam canals to the tranquil waters of Utrecht, you will find in this guide The ideal cruise that meets your wishes. Enjoy illuminated evening cruises, culinary experiences or a private tour, everything is possible at Event on the water. Start your adventure here and book an experience to remember.
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Private boat
Company outing
A company outing on the water in Haarlem.Ga for a great experience incl. unlimited drinking. Extension possible with lunch, snacks or a delicious bbq for colleagues’s.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Bachelor party
Get ready for an unforgettable bachelorette party aboard a luxury sloop. Sail through Haarlem with your best friends and family, along the mills and canals.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Family day
Celebrate special moments with the family aboard a sloop. Experience conviviality and togetherness while enjoying a relaxing cruise along the sights of Haarlem.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Baby shower
Celebrate the arrival of your little wonder in style aboard a specially outfitted luxury sloop. Enchanting cruise along the picturesque canals of Haarlem.
10 to 70 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Gender reveal
Unique, a gender reveal on the water in Haarlem with an Event on the water. Enjoy a unique atmosphere incl. unlimited drinks, to be expanded with lunch, snacks or bbq. Decoration is possible.
10 to 70 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Wedding
Give each other the yes word aboard a luxury sloop, surrounded by loved ones. Celebrate love with family and friends on the water of Haarlem with Event on the water.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Birthday
Celebrate your birthday in style on a luxury sloop. Let yourself be pampered with delicious dishes, snacks and unlimited drinks. The birthday cruise is suitable during a lunch, dinner or bbq.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Private boat
Business event
Organizing a business event on board? Use the Sloop as a unique location. Enjoy a beautiful view over Haarlem, the Spaarne and the historic buildings.
10 to 200 people
Beer, Wine & Soft
Catering staff
Nautical crew
Enjoying a delicious dinner on a Haarlem canal cruise
Combine your canal cruise with a delicious dinner on board. Enjoy a culinary experience on the luxury sloop, with unlimited beer, wine, or soft drinks. You have the freedom to determine your own route, whether it's through the canals of Haarlem or over the Spaarne towards Spaarndam. Also combine the canal cruise with cities such as Amsterdam, Rotterdam or Utrecht.
Specific dietary needs or allergies? Please let us know in advance. Event op het Water will provide a suitable solution. All dishes are prepared with care in our own kitchen to make your sailing experience complete. Combine your Haarlem cruise with a BBQ, high tea, pizza package, or a full dinner.
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A beautiful cruise for everyone
At Event op het Water, there's an unforgettable cruise for every occasion. Whether you're planning a company outing, organizing a bachelor/bachelorette party, or simply looking for a fantastic way to surprise friends or family: the Haarlem canal cruise adapts to your needs. The boat is also a great way to see the city in a new light.
The deluxe cruise is perfectly arranged from start to finish. The skipper acts as a local guide through the city, knows all the stories behind the buildings, and points out the main sights. The skipper enthusiastically talks about the Teylers Museum, the Frans Hals Museum, the Grote Markt (Main Square), and the historic churches. Thanks to this personal guide, every boat trip becomes an unforgettable experience.
Every boat trip is tailor-made. Let us know which route you want to sail, which packages you want to add, and what the occasion is. A canal cruise in Haarlem is highly recommended and a great choice for any outing. We'll make it an unforgettable day.
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What guests say about the canal cruise
“We booked a canal cruise for a team outing. Everything was perfectly arranged, from the request to disembarking. The skipper was incredibly friendly and knew all the stories about Haarlem. Our group was very satisfied, a real recommendation. Thanks for the wonderful day, hopefully see you next time.” The outing was a great success.
Many guests tell us how well-organized the boat tour was and how the skipper enriched the trip with stories and interesting facts. The boat tour in Haarlem will soon be in high season again, so book in time.
What are the costs of a canal cruise in Haarlem?
The prices for the Haarlem canal cruise are adjusted to the duration of the tour. All rates include drinks, an experienced skipper, onboard heating, and comfortable cushions. No surprises later.
Harlem Luxury Canal Boat Rental Rates (including beer, wine, soft drinks, skipper, and cushions):
- 1.5 hours: € 32 p.p.
- 2 hours: € 39 p.p.
- 2.5 hours: € 46 p.p. (most chosen)
- 3 hours: € 53 p.p.
- 3.5 hours: € 60 p.p.
Optional arrangements such as BBQ, high tea, snacks, or dinner will be added to this rate. Price on request, depending on the chosen arrangement and group size. You arrange transportation to and from the boarding location yourself; the boarding point is centrally located at Nieuwe Gracht 80.
Contact Event op het Water for more information about the possibilities and specific wishes.
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“ We have had a cruise through the canals of Amsterdam with our company. Fortunately, we were lucky that the weather was beautiful. We really enjoyed the delicious freshly prepared BBQ and delicious chilled drinks.
Really recommended to go sailing on the water with an Event!”
Boarding locations
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Frequently Asked Questions About
Canal cruise Haarlem
Is everything not yet completely clear? Then read our frequently asked questions about the canal tour in Haarlem here.
What canal cruises are there in Haarlem?
Event on the Water in Haarlem four routesA short 1.5-hour tour of the city center, the popular 2.5-hour Spaarne route, an extensive 3-hour canal cruise, and the long 3.5-hour trip via Spaarndam and the Mooie Nel. The sales department will be happy to advise you on the route that best suits your outing.
How much does a boat tour in Haarlem cost?
The rates for the boat tour start from € 32 per person incl. VAT for 1.5 hours, up to €60 p.p. for 3.5 hours. This includes drinks, an experienced skipper, and comfortable cushions.
How long does the Haarlem canal cruise take?
The duration depends on the chosen route, from 1.5 hours to 3.5 hours or longer. The most popular cruise lasts 2.5 hours and goes over the Spaarne River past Haarlem's historical sights.
Where can we Board for the cruise?
The fixed boarding point is at the Nieuwe Gracht 80 in Haarlem. deviation from this is possible in consultation with the sales department on weekdays. Boarding and alighting take place at the same location.
What is included in the cruise?
During the boat tour unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks included, along with an experienced skipper and comfortable cushions. It's an all-inclusive experience on the water. Optional additions: Dutch bar, BBQ, high tea, snacks, or a full dinner.
What is the capacity of the lifeboats?
The capacity of the luxury sloop is 10 to 70 people per boat. For larger groups of up to 200 people, multiple sloops are coupled together. In Amsterdam, Rotterdam, and Utrecht, Event op het Water also has passenger boats and event ships for up to 700 people.
Is the sloop still available?
Due to the wide range of sloops in Haarlem, Event on the Water typically has availability. We recommend making a reservation without obligation. Event on the Water takes within 24 hours contact us to confirm availability and, if necessary, suggest an alternative date.
What does the sloop look like?
The modern luxury sloops have been carefully selected to offer a comfortable and authentic experience. Each sloop is equipped with comfortable cushions, an experienced skipper, and an open deck with a canopy. In case of bad weather, the canopy closes, and the sloop is heated. Some sloops have an onboard toilet.
Can the boat tour be provided in English?
Yes. The skipper speaks English and can fully conduct the cruise in English for international guests. Please indicate this when booking. A canal cruise Haarlem in English is ideal for tourists and business guests.
Can I combine the boat tour with a museum visit?
Yes. The canal cruise in Haarlem is an excellent combination with a visit to the Teylers Museum (directly on the Spaarne), the Frans Hals Museum, or a tour of the Grote Markt and the St. Bavo Cathedral. Combine this with lunch or dinner on board for a complete day in Haarlem.
Questions or a tailor-made solution?
The advisors of Event op het Water are happy to answer your questions and offer free advice. Feel free to contact us, available 7 days a week.
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