The Netherlands · TOURS IN GRONINGEN
The 4 best tours in Groningen you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Join family-run Rondvaartbedrijf Kool beside the Groninger Museum for a one-hour cruise through Groningen’s canals. You’ll see the Martinitoren, Tasman Tower, bridges, medieval houses, and modern architecture while an audio and text guide explains the city’s maritime past. Buy coffee, beer, wine, prosecco, or snacks aboard.
“Pleasant hour admiring the city from boat, historical story, nice crew!”
Climb more than 250 narrow steps inside Groningen’s Martinitoren, known as the Old Grey One. Along the way, see church vaults, old ornaments, heavy bells, flagpoles, and a small cinema about the city’s past. Walk outside at the 39-metre gallery, then reach the clock faces for wide views over Groningen and the Grote Markt.
“very good activity. A lot of information of the tower included & also some interactive exhibits inside the tower itself.”
Board Terrasje Speciaal beside Groningen Central Station for a relaxed cruise with a bar, snacks, soft cushions, and room for 75 people. The cabriolet roof opens in fair weather and closes during rain, while winter heating keeps the boat usable year-round. This is a social boat ride, not a guided historical tour.
“Schönes Schiff mit super Personal. Sehr lieb und zuvorkommend. Um diese Zeit trotz Heitstrahler, an Bord etwas kalt. Daher etwas mehr anziehen.”
Join Boot Groningen at Schuitendiep 82 for a one-hour open boat cruise with an English-speaking skipper. See the Old Museum, Hoge and Lage der A, the AA-church, Noorderhaven, Prinsenhof, Stadsschouwburg, and Martinitoren. Drinks are unlimited, but the boat has no cover, children under 12 are not allowed, and a step into the boat is required.
“Nice tour, definitely worth the money, free drinks, nice and comfy seats and a cool tourguide. Thanks !”
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