Explore Groningen with the Grand Canal Tour
Discover the Beauty of Groningen in Ultimate Comfort Join us on the Groningen Grand Canal Tour and experience the enchanting waterways of this historic city like never before. This exclusive 90 minute tour is designed to offer you a comprehensive view of Groningen's most iconic landmarks and it's charming residential areas, all while you relax in style and comfort. Live Stories, Local Flavors & Intimate Comfort. During the 90-minute cruise, our experienced skippers share fascinating live stories about the city, it's history, and hidden gems on the canals.This personal storytelling adds an authentic touch to your journey, making it both relaxing and informative. To enhance the experience, each cruise includes a locally sourced, Groningen inspired snack platter, the perfect way to taste the region while taking in the views. With a maximum of 18 guests on board, we ensure a comfortable and intimate atmosphere, allowing you to fully enjoy the sights and flavors of Groningen from the water.
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Explore Groningen with the Grand Canal Tour
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Groninger MuseumPass-by Only
As you pass the Groninger Museum by boat, you’re immediately struck by its bold, colorful architecture rising from the water like a modern art sculpture. The golden tower gleams in the sunlight, flanked by futuristic pavilions—one sleek and cylindrical in grey tones, the other angular and industrial in red and black. Designed by renowned architects like Alessandro Mendini, Philippe Starck, and Coop Himmelb(l)au, the museum’s striking forms and vivid colors reflect its vibrant commitment to contemporary art, offering a captivating visual experience from the canal.
As you approach Groningen's main railway station—known locally as the Hoofdstation—you're greeted by a richly ornamented façade that blends neo-Renaissance and neo-Gothic styles. Designed by architect Isaac Gosschalk and completed in 1896, the building features decorative arches, pillars, and pointed windows. Inside, the grand waiting hall is adorned with a coffered papier-mâché ceiling, colorful stencil work, stained glass windows, and large tile tableaus by Groningen artist F.H. Bach, depicting symbolic figures representing telegraphy, postal services, steam, labor, and time. This architectural gem, restored to its original splendor in 2000, was voted the most beautiful station in the Netherlands in a 2019 national poll.
Inclusions
- Self Service Open Bar: Savor your choice of red wine, white wine, ice cold Heineken beer, Water and various sodas, throughout the tour.
- Exclusive Snack Platter: Enjoy a selection of locally-inspired snacks, curated to give you a true taste of Groningen's culinary delights.
- Self Service Open Bar: Savor your choice of red wine, white wine, ice cold Heineken beer, Water and various sodas, throughout the tour.
- Self Service Open Bar: Savor your choice of red wine, white wine, ice cold Heineken beer, Water and various sodas, throughout the tour.
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
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- Check in at our office
