Groningen Party Boat Cruise: 2 Hours, Unlimited Drinks

Two hours on the water with music, drinks and up to 75 people

A 2-hour party boat cruise through Groningen's canals with unlimited beer, wine and soft drinks included, live music and party lighting on board. The boat holds up to 75 people and departs from Oosterhaven near the city center. Minimum age is 18; restroom facilities and WiFi are available on board. A guide speaks English and Dutch throughout the cruise.

Step-by-step itinerary

2-hour party cruise in Groningen

• Board party boat at Oosterhaven
• Cruise through Groningen canals
• Enjoy unlimited beer, wine, soft drinks
• Listen to music and enjoy party lighting
• View Groningen landmarks from water
• Disembark after 2-hour cruise

The Experience

The boat leaves from Oosterhaven, the charming harbor on the edge of Groningen's city center where moored ships line the water. You board with your group and settle in as the cruise pushes into the scenic canals that wind through the city. For the full 2 hours, the bar stays open with unlimited Heineken beer, house wine and soft drinks flowing, and the party lighting kicks in as you pass landmarks like Groningen Central Station and the Groninger Museum's striking contemporary building along the Verbindingskanaal. The live guide keeps things moving in English or Dutch, and the music sets the pace for whatever energy your group brings.

The boat accommodates up to 75 people, so this works for birthday groups, friend outings or casual celebrations without needing to arrange transport or book a separate venue. Restroom facilities are on board, and WiFi keeps anyone who needs it connected. If your group has dietary needs—vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free—the staff can accommodate them; hot snacks are available for purchase if anyone gets hungry between drinks.

What’s included

• Unlimited Heineken beer, house wine and soft drinks for 2 hours.
• party lighting and live music on board.
• WiFi access.
• restroom facilities.
• a guide speaking English and Dutch.

Good to know

Easy physical levelPublic transport nearby

Operated by Bootje Speciaal B.V.

Is this one for you?The boat runs a fixed 2-hour loop through the canals, so the timing holds the group together without anyone managing the schedule—everyone boards at Oosterhaven, stays for the full cruise and returns to the same spot, which is what makes it work for groups of any size up to 75.

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Top questions

What's included in the unlimited drinks on this Groningen party boat?

Unlimited Heineken beer, house wine and soft drinks are included for the full 2 hours. Hot snacks are available to buy separately if you want food on board.

Where does the party boat depart from in Groningen?

The boat leaves from Oosterhaven, the harbor on the edge of Groningen's city center near Groningen Central Station and the Groninger Museum.

Can I bring a group of 50 people on this cruise?

Yes, the boat holds up to 75 people, so groups of 50 fit comfortably. The guide speaks English and Dutch throughout the 2-hour cruise.

Is there a minimum age for this party boat cruise?

The cruise is for ages 18 and up only, so everyone on board must be at least 18 years old.

What facilities are available on the boat during the cruise?

Restroom facilities and WiFi are both available on board for the full 2 hours. If you have dietary restrictions, let the staff know and they can accommodate vegetarian, vegan or gluten-free needs.