1.Haarlem: Sightseeing Canal Cruise through the City Center

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 762 reviews · 50 min · from $19Our pick

50-minute Haarlem canal cruise from Smidtje Canal Cruises, heated boat, key sights like De Adriaan, Jopenkerk, and Frans Hals, with audio.

“Booking was fast and easy. We checked in at the little building and waited there for a few minutes until we could load. We had a very small group so the captain was able to translate the tour for us in English. It was interesting to learn more of the history of Haarlem and see the cool architecture.”

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2.Haarlem: Sightseeing Boat Tour with Snacks and Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 398 reviews · 1h 15m · from $34

See Haarlem’s canals by boat on a 75-minute snack and drinks cruise. Pass Jopenkerk, De Adriaan windmill, Teylers Museum. $34.

“Mo was excellent, very informative and attentive to the guests. It was a great experience!”

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3.Haarlem: Guided Highlights Canal Cruise on Open Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 363 reviews · 50 min · from $20

A 50-minute 100% electric open-boat cruise in Haarlem from De Adriaan, with a lively guide, comfy seats, and peaceful canal views.

“We really enjoyed the boat tour, the guide was very friendly and knowledgeable. It was a great way to see the city, highly recommended!”

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4.Haarlem: 50 minutes Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 272 reviews · 50 minutes (approx.) · from $22

Enjoy a 50-minute Haarlem canal cruise with English audio, passing Central Station, De Adriaan, Teylers Museum, and Jopenkerk.

“Fascinating trip with lots of information! Guide tried very hard and Haarlem is beautiful! Very rewarding!Auto-translated”

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5.Haarlem Open-Boat Canal Cruise with Live Guide (Electric Boat)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 233 reviews · 50 to 55 minutes (approx.) · from $22Top rated

Haarlem electric open-boat canal cruise with an English live guide, quiet glide, cushioned seats, and a toilet on board.

“We were happy with our captain and the amount of information he gave us as we made our way thru the canals and river. Very enjoyable.”

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6.Haarlem: Windmill ‘De Adriaan’ Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 197 reviews · 1 hour · from $9Best value

Tour Haarlem’s 250-year-old windmill De Adriaan with a guide, see the grinding stones, then climb to a 12-meter deck view.

“One of the best tours we had while in Europe. The tour guide was super friendly and honestly hilarious.”

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7.Private Electric Boat Rental in Haarlem (No License Required)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 186 reviews · 2 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $145

Sail Haarlem’s canals by silent electric boat. No license needed, padded seating for up to 10, tips and a map, flexible rental.

“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”

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8.Haarlem: Dutch Windmill & Spaarne River Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 152 reviews · from $20

1.5-hour cruise along Haarlem’s Spaarne River for water-level windmill views, historic landmarks, and a guided story on heated boats.

“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😃”

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9.Haarlem: Frans Hals Museum Entrance Ticket with Audio Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 79 reviews · 1 day · from $21

Self-paced entry to Haarlem’s Frans Hals Museum with an audio guide, plus the HOF Museum. See Civic Guard works and more.

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10.Private Haarlem Canal Cruise with Captain (Electric Boat)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 71 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $422

Private electric Haarlem canal cruise with an English-speaking captain, passing De Adriaan windmill and key sights, about 1h30.

“Excellent tour of various canals and good overview of all points of interest in Haarlem. The captain of the boat even gave us some restaurant tips, all were good! He also told us of interesting places we may not have found ourselves e.g. the former prison now converted into multi-use space, the Keeper. Strongly recommended”

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11.Haarlem: De Adriaan Windmill Tour + Open Canal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 66 reviews · 1h 40m · from $28

Climb Haarlem's Windmill De Adriaan, then ride a 100% electric open boat along the Spaarne for big 360° views.

“interessant en leuke mensen. voor koude dagen, als gisteren, adviseer ik om dekens te verstrekke n”

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12.The rise of Haarlem: Culture, History, Art and Architecture Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 59 reviews · from $55

Walk Haarlem in 2.5 hours with a small English guide, see Grote Markt, Hofjes gardens, windmill views, and WWII art stories for $55.

“our guide, James, was highly engaging, friendly, insightful, and patient with the multitude of questions that I presented. If you are in Haarlem surrounding area I would definitely suggest taking this tour early in your stay. James will definitely enhance your enjoyment as you continue to explore the area.”

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13.Haarlem: Self-Drive Private Electric Boat Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 59 reviews · 2 hours · from $106

Private 100% electric boat in Haarlem. Easy to steer, quiet canals, local route tips, and 2 hours to mix city views with nearby nature.

“Ik ben met een paar familieleden en vriendin gaan varen naar molen De Adriaan om daar de as van mij man uit te strooien. Zo fijn dat ik voor dit doel een ‘stil’ bootje heb kunnen huren. De boot as voor fijn bestuurbaar.”

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14.Guided Food Tour Haarlem (4-8 guests) – Old City

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 45 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $106

A 4-hour guided food walk in Haarlem with chocolate, cheese, herring, and beer, plus coffee and lunch, in a small English group.

“This tour was fantastic!! Lots of local stops with delicious tastings and wonderful people. Also learning of the history of the town was great as well. I would highly recommend!!”

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15.Haarlem: City Highlights Walking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · 2 hours · from $25

2-hour Haarlem highlights walking tour with an English guide, past Sint Bavo Kerk and De Adriaan, along the Spaarne. $25 pp, rain or shine.

“Leuk maar absoluut niet spectacular. De tour was niet uitgebreid zoals ik had verwacht van twee uren. De staadspoort, de mooie brug over de spaarne, de windmolen, de brouwerij Jopen en de oude gevangenis , en nog veel punten van belang waren niet aan de orde gekomen. Tegelijkertijd. Mooi en boeiend verhalen over verschillende aspecten van de stad. Voor niet Nederlandse mensen kan het wat saai overkomen. Het zou fijn zijn als de gids was duidelijker en harder had gesproken in de rumoerige omgeving. Het was vaak moeilijk om hem te verstaan.”

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