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Museum great. Just a pity that museum card was not mentioned when ordering tickets. Surely it should also be possible to process museum card when ordering, e.g. mention number or something and show during identification ( required by regulation)?
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Basically, the visit is worthwhile. However, the audio guide did not work at all on the exhibited ship (north section). Furthermore, descriptions via the audio guide are unfortunately only provided for the north section. The other exhibits are only described using display boards. This is tedious with children .... Nevertheless, the experience was worth the visit.
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Top! My kids love it. They had a lot fun and interest
The division of the individual departments.
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The exhibitions are really interesting.
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Any problems with the ticketing were quickly resolved with the Information guys on the north side of the Centraal Station. Except they did not advise that the 'Night Watch' was serving time, jailed on a scaffold! We found that the larger and more famous museums were poorer bangs for bucks/time and a more wonderful experience could be found in the constellation. of smaller museums in between. Here was to be found the greatest value of the card. Especially if you rest your feet by taking a picnic on the free canal cruise.
Really easy to use and saved loads of money. So many great places included. We managed to maximize our time and experience the culture and history of a great city. This is Holland was a amazing experience. Would also recommend the Diamond Museum and MOCO Art Gallery and a Boat tour.
The card was easy to use, but the Royal Palace said they did not accept it. The Rijks had an environmental group lockout the day we tried to go and we found that we wanted to spend more time relaxing rather than rushing to another museum. We only used the card 3 times which did not break even on a 4 day pass.
Easier access to the museums and attractions I went. But would be good if the catalogue can be sorted in the operation hours of the attractions, so that it will be easier for planning.
I liked that so many attractions and transportation were included in the one card. Having the QR code in the app made it very convenient.
Efficiency, once you've got past the hassle of installing it on 4 different smartphones, which meant losing the trip to the main station.
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Access to transport plus all the top attractions. App good, esp map function. Got caught out once though when got on a bus and card didn't work because that bus company wasn't part of the iAmsterdsam coverage
Use of the card was very convenient and covered a lot of attractions. The only negative was that you advertised that the card included the Van Gogh museum and it did not. The person at the desk said this changed a year and a half ago. You should update your website. Even though we paid for Van Gogh the card was a good savings.
We were 4 adults and stayed in Monnickendamm for two nights to explore Amsterdam. It was easy to travel by bus and credit card to the North Station. From there, use the card to the city center. We all had the app on our cell phones. So it was convenient. In two days we visited the Rjiksmuseum, the Rembrand House, a canal cruise and the Old and New Church. That was enough and everything was included in the card. I think we saved a bit on the high entrance fees and above all it was convenient!
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Highly recommended🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩
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As only one card was needed and it was stored on the phone, it was very easy to use. Free travel on public transport and admission. There were also no problems with the discounted admissions.
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The 'use of the city card in Amsterdam worked even for me that I am no longer very young! The operators kind and helpful all positive
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Very easy to use tha app, Card offers a lot of activities around Amsterodam. Comfortable usage of public transport, it would be even better if it is not valid just in GVB.
Facilité d'utilisation et avoir un acces rapide aux services : tram, croisière sur le fleuve, parc foral, parc botanique, musée
Very great and well thought-out concept, also in connection with the app! The operation and navigation through the city was very easy and relaxed 😊
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I had no idea how to use the app to book tickets for the Rijksmuseum and the Anne Frank tour we went on, and I had no idea we needed to book the Anne Frank House and the Van Gogh Museum so far in advance. (And how would we have done it without actiating our card???) The only thing we were able to use the app for was Moco, the museum of contemporary art .
Some visits with supplements despite the pass, 2 activities not really what we expected: not really a museum, more of a tourist trap and one that included an unscheduled exhibition which prevented us from enjoying the original visit...
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I loved the fact that I had access to most of the museums I was interested in and the public transport.
Friendliness and effort by the service, e.g. in the Rijksmuseum and in the IAmsterdam Shop at Central Station.
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Easy to book the attractions
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Being able to use it for transportation as well as seeing interesting museums.
Free use of all public transportation, access to many museums and an informative, relaxing canal cruise.
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Very easy to use and convenient
We were able to use all the services very well
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Very easy to use and very cost-effective
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The National Maritime Museum
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
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The captain was great, telling lots of anecdotes in Dutch/English/German/French and Spanish. A great time It's a pity that the boat's windows didn't slide open to take photos.
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Everything was excellent, the guide knows the city and explains the sights very well, the boat, the canals and the atmosphere of the city, they are charming.
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Museum great. Just a pity that museum card was not mentioned when ordering tickets. Surely it should also be possible to process museum card when ordering, e.g. mention number or something and show during identification ( required by regulation)?
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Basically, the visit is worthwhile. However, the audio guide did not work at all on the exhibited ship (north section). Furthermore, descriptions via the audio guide are unfortunately only provided for the north section. The other exhibits are only described using display boards. This is tedious with children .... Nevertheless, the experience was worth the visit.
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Nice to do on the first day to get the lay of the land :) After that it's very basic and nothing special about the boat itself. It's just a tourist trap ^^
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The booking system was quick and easy to use. The boat had heaters that were absolutely a must in the windy and rainy weather.
Price-performance ratio was top! Beautiful and covered boat. Received headphones for the audio guide in many languages from the captain, which is very good. The tour is a great experience by day and night.
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Tour should ensure that all audio guide connections are working and not faulty. Not aware that audio guide has commenced as connection faulty, so missed the first part of it. Someone should advise that the audio gauide has commenced, so passenger is aware, if not recieving it, that connection is faulty. Paid to hear th entire audio huide but thats not what I got.
Central location, beautiful views
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The city's history is very interesting, punctual boat
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It was a very informative canal cruise, with lots of impressions of Amsterdam's history
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Excellent crew attendance. Nice cruise with interesting points of interest.
Top! My kids love it. They had a lot fun and interest
The division of the individual departments.
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Large boats, many seats. Tour available in different languages
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Good, but you can't buy drinks on board
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The exhibitions are really interesting.
The captain made us laugh a lot, it was very nice.
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Bonjour belle croisière dans les canaux d Amsterdam
We liked the overall experience. There were seats for everyone, and the tour was relaxing.
Comfortable enclosed cabin. Headphones provided. Easy instructions.
The welcome from the dockside staff and the explanations on the audioguide
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It was very smooth and a good whistle stop of the Amsterdam canals.
Everything was excellent, the views, the weather etc.
Detailed and interesting explanations throughout
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Discounted Tickets: Ages 3 years and below go free. Ages 4-17 years enjoy reduced pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
Cancelation Policy: This ticket cannot be canceled or refunded.
Validity: These tickets are valid for the date and timeslot selected at the time of booking.
Discounted tickets: Infants under the age of 3 can enter for free. Children aged 4-17 years enjoy reduced pricing.
Super Flexible Cancelation: Get a full refund on canceling this ticket up to 24 hours before the schedule.
Validity: This ticket is valid for the date and time selected at checkout.
Cancelation Policy: These tickets cannot be canceled, amended, or rescheduled.
Validity: This ticket is valid for 24, 48, 72, 96, or 120 hours, depending on the option selected, upon activation. Tickets expire on 31 December 2021.
This interactive exhibition will take you through how we have looked at the whale throughout history, from monster to protected mammal. Additionally, you will also learn about whaling, its evolution, and its impact on the majestic creature. The Whale Story, found in the west wing of Het Scheepvaartmuseum, is perfect for families and for children above 6 years.
The Republic exhibit will take you through the history of the Netherlands. Through 50 masterpieces the exhibition covers important people, objects, and events of the Republic in the 17th and 18th centuries. The Main Gallery is the starting point of a museum visit.
Here, you can find a replica of the VOC ship “The Amsterdam”. This exhibit will take you through the captain's cabin, armory, and even the hammocks where the crew resided. In addition to Amsterdam, you can even find the king sloop which was ordered to be built by King William I, and the steamship Christiaan Brunings, an icebreaker from 1900.
The maritime museum houses many historical maps and atlases. The Cartography & Curiosa exhibit in particular depicts the Dutch encounter with a new world. You’ll be able to witness the life and voyages of the 17th-century Dutch sailors and how their findings changed the European worldview.
Navigational instruments are one of the highlights of any maritime museum. The exhibit shows how resourceful the people were and these navigation methods helped them. From archaic devices that used the constellations to guide sailors on their extensive voyages to cutting-edge Sextants, you’ll find it all in this exhibit.
You can find various models of yachts from as early as the seventeenth century. Find a diverse collection of yacht models like ransom yachts, pavilion yachts, bouys, and stern yachts. This exhibit also showcases the evolution from sailing yachts and motor yachts to high-tech carbon racing boats. The attention to detail that the model's display makes this an extremely interesting exhibit.
Located at the east wing of the National Maritime Museum, you will find an exhibit that showcases ship ornaments and craftsmanship from nationalities from all over the world. You can find all types of ornaments ranging from paintings, carvings, and statues to rudder clicks, rudder heads, mast shields, mast roots, and stern decorations. You will also understand the symbolism and meaning of the various ornaments.
Located in the east wing of Het Scheepvaartmuseum, the exhibit houses a large collection of photos of the maritime industry from the early years of photography. These photos give you a perspective on ship voyages and exotic destinations of the past. It serves as a window into the lives of travelers and sailors of a by-gone era. Unfortunately, you are only permitted to flip through reproductions as the original photos are fragile.
This museum is home to various temporary exhibits like the I love Banda by Isabella Boon. This exhibit showcases the past, present, and future of the Banda Islands that are inextricably linked to the maritime history of the Netherlands. It also showcases other temporary exhibits when they buy pieces of value. For example, last year, the museum purchased two tapestries designed by Willem van de Velde the Elder (1611-1693). These tapestries depict two moments from the Battle of Solebay, which took place on 7 June 1672 right off the English east coast.
You can experience the stories and facts from the Vereenigde Oostindische Compagnie (The Dutch East India Company) era via augmented reality. This jaw-dropping data experience will take you through the names of the crew and even amazingly accurate facts like the names of crew members, their salaries, the magnitude of the cargo, and more. You can also listen to 6 experts tell you the stories of migration, exploitation, and much more.
Duration: It would take about 2 hours to explore the museum thoroughly.
Best time to visit: To avoid crowds at the National Maritime Museum, visit on weekdays For the best experience avoid peak hours of 1-3 pm.
Address: The National Maritime Museum, Kattenburgerplein 1, 1018 KK Amsterdam
If you can’t go to the Museum, either due to safety concerns or if you happen to be located far away, you can still view the majority of the exhibits on live streams or YouTube Video recordings that are found on the website.
The website updates the experience from the home page when there are new exhibits, lectures, or even VR experiences.
NEMO Science Museum: Built in 1923, the NEMO Science Museum is the largest science center in the Netherlands.
Amsterdam Museum: Located about 2 km away, the Amsterdam museum showcases the history of Amsterdam.
Madame Tussauds Amsterdam: This wax museum houses a huge collection of wax figures of famous celebrities such as Dua Lipa, Justin Bieber, Ariana Grande, and more.
A. Yes, Maritime Museum tickets are available online and can be booked up to 1.5 months in advance.
A. Yes, you can purchase Maritime Museum tickets that include skip-the-line access.
A. Due to the coronavirus, the museum only allows a limited number of visitors at any given time. Additionally, the tickets can only be purchased online. The museum also maintains social distancing and other strict hygiene protocols such as putting central disinfection points in place.
A. Depending on the ticket you choose, you can get a full refund by canceling up to 24 hours before schedule.
A. Ages 3 years and below go free, while those between the age of 4-17 years enjoy reduced pricing at the National Maritime Museum.
A. The National Maritime Museum is open from Tuesday to Saturday, from 10 AM to 5 PM and on Sundays and public holidays, from 11 AM – 5 PM.
A. Yes, audio guides are provided free of charge for the key exhibits of the museum. The audioguide is available in 21 languages.
A. Visit on a weekday, during the early hours. It’s also best to avoid peak hours of 1 PM-3 PM to make the most of the experience.