Experience Delft from the water

Perhaps the best way to admire Delft’s beauty is from its centuries-old canals. And did you know that you can enjoy all kinds of water activities on these same canals? You can even see Delft from a SUP board, a pedal boat, or a comfortable canal cruiser. Let us share some of the best activities!

1. Canal cruise Delft

Join a canal cruise to see the impressive canal houses from the water and pass underneath the old arched bridges. During the cruise, the skippers and guides tell stories about Delft’s history, Delft Blue, Johannes Vermeer, the Dutch East India Company, and many more!

2. Canal Hopper Delft

Get comfortable and cruise along the historic canals in an electric dinghy. These whisper boats are an environmentally friendly way to discover Delft’s most famous and surprising sights. The experienced skippers will steer you through the narrowest canals and underneath the lowest bridges!

3. Sup & Surf Delft

Paddleboarding through the Delft canals? Of course! Rent a SUP board and enjoy a wonderful paddling trip through Delft’s stunning city centre. A super fun and unique activity to enjoy with your friends or family. If this is your first time paddleboarding, you can also book a beginner’s lesson. You can even hire a guide to show you all the wonderful spots!

Those who prefer greener surroundings can rent a SUP board to paddleboard on the Grote Plas in the Delftse Hout recreational area. Have fun!

4. Dingy rentals by Randstad Recreaties

Make your day in Delft even better and cruise the canals by yourself in what’s known as a ‘whisper boat’. You don’t even need a sailing license to rent one and they fit 6 adults in total. As you steer the boat yourself, you and your family or friends explore Delft’s historical city centre.