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What to do · Utrecht

Utrecht Canal Boat Trip with Schuttevaer

Boat · 1 h or 1 h 30 · The Oudegracht, the canal houses and the Domtoren from the water, from the Viebrug. Daily, including winter; dogs welcome.

InformationSee the rate on their website · free for under-4s
Price
See the rate on their website · free for under-4s
Duration
1 h
Season
All year, daily
Who it's for
All ages; under-4s free
With a dog
Welcome on board

From the water you understand the Oudegracht: you glide level with the quays, under low brick bridges, with the cellars open on either side and the Domtoren appearing between the rooftops. Rederij Schuttevaer runs two tours, of one hour and of an hour and a half, through the historic centre, with commentary from the skipper.

Practical details

It departs from and returns to the Viebrug, on the Oudegracht; the booking confirmation tells you which side of the bridge to wait on. It sails every day, including winter. Under-4s do not pay and dogs are welcome on board. The duration may be longer if there is boat traffic.

Frequently asked questions

Does it sail in winter?

Yes, every day of the year.

Can you take a dog?

Yes, dogs are welcome on board.

With young childrenAs a familyWith teenagersWith a dog

Who runs it

Opening hours and prices can change: check them before you go.

Round off the plan

Where to eat, where to stay and what else to do

To eat nearby

A glass of Oudaen beer on a table with dishes© Stadskasteel Oudaen

Stadskasteel Oudaen

Restaurant · Utrecht · €€€€

What to order: a beer from their own brewery with something from the day's menu.

The Café Ledig Erf terrace full of people under the trees© Café Ledig Erf

Café Ledig Erf

Bar · Utrecht · €€€€

What to order: ask about the day's draught beers and sit on the terrace by the bridge.

To stay nearby

The hostel’s brick façade on the Neude, with bikes parked in front© StayokayHostel

Stayokay Utrecht Centrum

Neude 5 · On the Neude square · Miffy family rooms

Why we like it: Hostel on the Neude, the liveliest square in the centre, with Miffy and railway museum themed family rooms, a bar and breakfast.

The hotel lounge with a long wooden table, industrial lamps and paintings© Mother Goose HotelSmall hotel

Mother Goose Hotel

Ganzenmarkt 26 · Boutique hotel · Some rooms with a view of the Dom

Why we like it: Boutique hotel on the Ganzenmarkt, in the heart of the centre, with each floor a different colour, unique rooms and some with views of the Domtoren.

Two people toasting with white wine at a restaurant table© Grand Hotel Karel VHotel

Grand Hotel Karel V

Geertebolwerk 1 · 10,000 m² of gardens in the centre · Rooms and suites

Why we like it: Grand hotel in the heart of Utrecht, surrounded by 10,000 m² of gardens, with Comfort, Luxury and Empire rooms, suites and breakfast.

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