Amsterdam's canals are the best and most unique feature. Venice of the North? forget it. Venice is the Amstedam of the South.
Normal tour boats are exactly what you think, but nothing special. St, Nicolaas runs 12 person open-air boats that are much more fun. Captains know a lot about Amsterdam and aren't like the big boats where they press play on the tape and try not to fall asleep.
One of the best things to do in Amsterdam!



