# Rederij Kooij

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Rederij Kooij is a family-run canal cruise company in Amsterdam, positioned between Dam Square and the Munt Tower. Classical boats carry you through the city’s historic waterways. The canals reveal decorated canal houses, the old centre, the IJ, the harbour, and Amsterdam’s water-shaped character. UNESCO recognises the canal district as World Heritage.

During the classic one-hour cruise, you pass the VOC ship at the National Maritime Museum and the Golden Bend. Magere Brug and Royal Theatre Carré appear along the Amstel. Private cruises suit weddings, business gatherings, or friends, with departures possible from almost anywhere and catering available. Evening candlelight trips add music, wine, cheese, and crackers.

Heating and toilets keep the boats comfortable, while multilingual guides explain the sights during special cruises. Regular journeys offer audio commentary in ten languages. A historic route follows Texel Quay, the Golden Bend, and Schreierstoren, linking buildings and public art. Coffee, tea, and an Amsterdam speciality are served aboard.

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