Amsterdam · HAARLEM TOURS
This is the shortlist to send a friend: 15 haarlem tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
50 minutes on a heated Haarlem canal cruise past Teylers, De Adriaan, Jopenkerk, and Frans Hals, with narrated sights.
“So fun! Our guide was very engaging and funny, the ride was relaxing, and it was a wonderful introduction to the city during our first day in Haarlem.”
75-minute Haarlem canal cruise from Nieuwe Gracht 80 with snacks and chilled drinks, guided in English or Dutch.
“Moe was soooo great. Educational, funny, communicative and helped us all have fun together as a boat rather than individual groups. 10/10 recommend!”
Quiet 50-minute electric canal cruise in Haarlem from De Adriaan, with expert English guide, snacks, and scenic stops.
“The guide was very friendly and knowledgable. Would definitely recommend 👍”
50-minute Haarlem canal cruise with English audio guide, passing Teylers Museum, De Adriaan windmill, Haarlem station and Jopenkerk.
“Really well informed captain made the trip enjoyable and informative. Plenty to see outside of the centre of town. Would have liked to have gone around the town a bit more, hut I think that's covered on the 50 minute cruise.”
Tour Haarlem’s 250-year-old De Adriaan windmill with a guide, hands-on tech models, a steep climb, and big city views by the Spaarne.
“Great tour to learn more about the history of windmills and to see how they work. Guide was knowledgeable and clearly loved windmills and Dutch history! Fun and different way to spend an hour in Haarlem (and what a beautiful little town!)”
Self-drive a silent electric boat on Haarlem canals with no license. Private group up to 12, padded seating, and a map for the best views.
“Great experience that is a lot of fun and you have a completely different view of the city. I can really recommend it. Very straightforward and super nice care.Auto-translated”
Cruise Haarlem on the Spaarne River, past Teylers Museum to windmills De Adriaan and the Unicorn, on heated boats with audio guide.
“the friendly boat's captain, Al had to move us from our boat because the engine was overheating. he kindly arranged for another boat to take the group of us onto the windmill. great service😃”
Visit Haarlem’s Frans Hals Museum and the HOF Museum with an audio guide, seeing Civic Guard paintings, old masters, and modern works.
Climb Haarlem’s Windmill De Adriaan for 360 views, then glide on a 100% electric open boat along the Spaarne. Small-group fun.
“interessant en leuke mensen. voor koude dagen, als gisteren, adviseer ik om dekens te verstrekke n”
Self-drive private electric boat in Haarlem. Up to 12, quiet ride, easy steering, local route tips for canals and nearby nature, 2 hours.
“Hat super viel Spaß gemacht und das lenken hat man nach paar Minuten raus . Es gibt für das Boot Parkplätze , wo man es abstellen kann um sich einen Kaffee oä zu holen .”
Two-hour Haarlem walking tour with an English guide, from Grote Markt to Spaarne and Ten Boom Museum, plus a secret stop for local tips.
“It was nice experience. The guide was knowledgeable and willing to give more information about the city. I liked the city even more after the tour. The only thing was the weather - it was cold and windy”
2-hour Haarlem bike highlights tour in North Holland with bike rental and English or Dutch guide, past churches, canals, and windmills.
“Erg leuke interessante tour gehad. Je komt dan toch op plaatsen waar je zelf nooit zal komen. Erg leuke uitleg gehad van Marino onze gids.”
Private Haarlem canal cruise with unlimited drinks and Dutch fried bites, plus a story-filled guide and classic views of St. Bavo’s.
“Mo was amazing. he was very knowledgeable, funny and quick to answer any questions. The snacks were delicious and went well with the variety of drinks we had on-board. Haarlem is a beautiful and vibrant city with so much history. We loved getting to see it from the water and hear the great stories Mo had to share, with some personal touches about his own history here.”
A 90-minute private Haarlem highlights and history tour tailored to you, with local insights, free entry stops, and multilingual guidance.
“Perfect way to spend a morning in Haarlem. Our guide took us to places we wouldn't have seen on our own, and really helped us get a sense of the town.”
Self-guided audio walk through Haarlem with 20+ stops, 3.4 km of hofjes, canals, and squares. About 2 hours, $14.
“We may not be smart, but we were never able to use the application we had paid for. We had to phone several times to finally get the link when we left Haarlem, 3 hours after our normally scheduled visiting time.”
Every kind of day out, and the best of each.
