Combo: National Maritime Museum Tickets + Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Your experience

Skip the lines at the National Maritime Museum and cruise Amsterdam’s canals—two must-do experiences at one discounted price.

Getting started

Begin your visit at the National Maritime Museum, located near the city center. Present your ticket at the entrance to bypass the line and head straight inside. After exploring the museum at your own pace, make your way to the canal cruise departure point near Centraal Station. No need to rush; the flexible timing lets you enjoy both experiences comfortably in a day.

What to expect

National Maritime Museum

Step inside a 17th-century naval storehouse turned world-class museum, where centuries of Dutch maritime history come to life. From the Dutch Golden Age to life aboard historic ships, the exhibits offer a deep dive into the Netherlands’ seafaring legacy.

Features:

• Skip-the-line access: Head straight in without waiting and make the most of your time exploring.

• Replica of the VOC Amsterdam: Climb aboard this full-scale reconstruction of a Dutch East India Company ship docked outside the museum.

• Movie Room: Step back in time to Amsterdam's 17th-century harbor, witness the Dutch East India Company vessels, and uncover the stories of the VOC and life at sea.

• Interactive exhibits: Hear stories of trade, naval battles, and migration through hands-on displays like Republic at Sea and Shadows on the Atlantic.

• Family-friendly zones: Kids can dive into maritime life with playful exhibits like Doris the Diver and Tales of the Whale.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

See the city from its historic waterways aboard a glass-roofed boat, complete with GPS audio commentary in 19 languages.

Features:

• 1-hour cruise: Glide past iconic sights, including the Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, the NEMO Science Museum, the Heineken Experience, and Magere Brug.

• Multilingual audio guide: Learn about the landmarks and history of Amsterdam as you sail with a GPS audio guide available in 19 languages.