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The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring the historic ship at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam.
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
Skylight view inside The Maritime Museum, Amsterdam, showcasing historic ship models.
Clipper Stad Amsterdam docked at the National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam.
The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring the historic ship at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam.
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
Skylight view inside The Maritime Museum, Amsterdam, showcasing historic ship models.
Clipper Stad Amsterdam docked at the National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam.
The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
The National Maritime Museum
Visitors exploring the historic ship at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam.
Visitors exploring exhibits at The National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam with skip the line tickets.
Skylight view inside The Maritime Museum, Amsterdam, showcasing historic ship models.
Clipper Stad Amsterdam docked at the National Maritime Museum, Amsterdam.
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Skip the Line Tickets to The National Maritime Museum

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  • Skip the long ticketing queues and visit the National Maritime Museum to learn how the Dutch came to rule the seas!
  • The audio guide, available in 11 languages, will give you insights into the history of Amsterdam and its dikes.
  • Housing approximately 400,000 paintings, ship models, navigation instruments, and world maps, this museum's collection is one of the largest and most notable of its kind.
  • Delve into 500 years' worth of Dutch Maritime history and find connections to today's society and its impact on the future.
  • See the Open Courtyard of the museum with its striking glass-lined roof, reminiscent of old nautical maps.
  • Visit the replica of the historic VOC ship from 1749 called "The Amsterdam."
  • Skip the long ticketing queues and visit the National Maritime Museum to learn how the Dutch came to rule the seas!
  • The audio guide, available in 11 languages, will give you insights into the history of Amsterdam and its dikes.
  • Housing approximately 400,000 paintings, ship models, navigation instruments, and world maps, this museum's collection is one of the largest and most notable of its kind.
  • Delve into 500 years' worth of Dutch Maritime history and find connections to today's society and its impact on the future.
  • See the Open Courtyard of the museum with its striking glass-lined roof, reminiscent of old nautical maps.
  • Visit the replica of the historic VOC ship from 1749 called "The Amsterdam."

Inclusions

  • Skip the line tickets to the National Maritime Museum
  • Audio guide (English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Dutch)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Adriaan
Aug 2024Verified booking
4/5

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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Hofstätter
Jul 2024Verified booking
3/5

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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Ema
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Top! My kids love it. They had a lot fun and interest

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Jonathan
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

The division of the individual departments.

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Elmira
Jul 2024Verified booking
5/5

The exhibitions are really interesting.

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  • Save up to 50% on admission fees by exploring Amsterdam’s top attractions with this all-inclusive Amsterdam city card, covering over 70 museums and activities.
  • Even if you visit a few places, the card offers unbeatable savings at famous spots like the Rijksmuseum, Moco Museum, and more. Get venue details here
  • Enjoy free entry to many must-see locations, plus additional perks like 25% off at select cafes and attractions, including the Heineken Experience, and a 24-hour bike rental.
  • Benefit from the convenience of unlimited access to Amsterdam’s public transport system (GVB), making it easy to navigate the city.
  • Choose from flexible options: 24, 48, 72, 96, or 120-hour cards, activated upon your first use and valid throughout the selected period.

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RICHARD
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

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.

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Mrs
Oct 2024Verified booking
5/5

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.

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Karen
Sep 2024Verified booking
3/5

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.

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Choo
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

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.

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Lawrence
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

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.

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Jean
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

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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Alison
Aug 2024Verified booking
4/5

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

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thomas
Aug 2024Verified booking
4/5

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.

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Perid
Jun 2024Verified booking
5/5

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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Giuliano
Jun 2024Verified booking
5/5

Highly recommended🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

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Thomas
Jun 2024Verified booking
5/5

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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Eugenio
May 2024Verified booking
4/5

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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Ivo
May 2024Verified booking
4/5

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.

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ROBIN
May 2024Verified booking
4/5

Facilité d'utilisation et avoir un acces rapide aux services : tram, croisière sur le fleuve, parc foral, parc botanique, musée

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Sebastian
Mar 2024Verified booking
5/5

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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Leslie
Mar 2024Verified booking
3/5

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 .

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Nathalie
Jan 2024Verified booking
3/5

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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Maria
Dec 2024Verified booking
5/5

I loved the fact that I had access to most of the museums I was interested in and the public transport.

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Claus
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

Friendliness and effort by the service, e.g. in the Rijksmuseum and in the IAmsterdam Shop at Central Station.

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Sven
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Easy to book the attractions

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Therese
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

Being able to use it for transportation as well as seeing interesting museums.

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Bernhard
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Free use of all public transportation, access to many museums and an informative, relaxing canal cruise.

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Harold
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Very easy to use and convenient

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Patrizia
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

We were able to use all the services very well

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Soudy
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

Very easy to use and very cost-effective

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Combo (Save 18%): National Maritime Museum + Amsterdam Canal Cruise Tickets

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  • This 2-in-1 combo ticket offers you a rich slice of Dutch history and beauty, along with savings on ticket prices.
  • Visit the National Maritime Museum to discover how the Dutch came to rule the seas and how Amsterdam became one of Europe's best harbors!
  • As one of the largest museums of its kind, you can find around 400,000 paintings, ship models, navigation instruments, and world maps here.
  • Get interesting insights into Amsterdam's history with an audio guide available in 11 languages.
  • Take a moment to see the replica of the historic VOC ship from 1749 called "The Amsterdam."
  • Later, embark on an hour-long cruise through Amsterdam's canal districts - no doubt one of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of the Dutch capital.
  • Enhance your experience with an audio guide that will closely acquaint you with the vibrant city.
  • This 2-in-1 combo ticket offers you a rich slice of Dutch history and beauty, along with savings on ticket prices.
  • Visit the National Maritime Museum to discover how the Dutch came to rule the seas and how Amsterdam became one of Europe's best harbors!
  • As one of the largest museums of its kind, you can find around 400,000 paintings, ship models, navigation instruments, and world maps here.
  • Get interesting insights into Amsterdam's history with an audio guide available in 11 languages.
  • Take a moment to see the replica of the historic VOC ship from 1749 called "The Amsterdam."
  • Later, embark on an hour-long cruise through Amsterdam's canal districts - no doubt one of the best ways to appreciate the beauty of the Dutch capital.
  • Enhance your experience with an audio guide that will closely acquaint you with the vibrant city.

Inclusions

The National Maritime Museum

  • Admission into National Maritime Museum
  • Audio guide in 11 languages

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

  • 1hr Amsterdam Canal cruise
  • GPS audio guide in 19 languages

Exclusions

  • Guided tour

Central Station

  • 2-min walk away from Basilica of St Nicholas and Park Plaza Victoria.
  • The museum is wheelchair accessible. If you need help with mobility and bring an assistant during your visit, their admission is free.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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MR
Sep 2024Verified booking
4/5

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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Oscar
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

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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Adriaan
Aug 2024Verified booking
4/5

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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Hofstätter
Jul 2024Verified booking
3/5

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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Tresch
Apr 2024Verified booking
4/5

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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Yasamin
Apr 2024Verified booking
4/5

The booking system was quick and easy to use. The boat had heaters that were absolutely a must in the windy and rainy weather.

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Emrah
Apr 2024Verified booking
5/5

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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Bradley
Feb 2024Verified booking
3/5

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.

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Manuela
Dec 2024Verified booking
4/5

Central location, beautiful views

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Stéphanie
Dec 2024Verified booking
4/5

The city's history is very interesting, punctual boat

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Dagmar
Oct 2024Verified booking
4/5

It was a very informative canal cruise, with lots of impressions of Amsterdam's history

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Cauby
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Excellent crew attendance. Nice cruise with interesting points of interest.

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Ema
Sep 2024Verified booking
5/5

Top! My kids love it. They had a lot fun and interest

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Jonathan
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

The division of the individual departments.

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Veronique
Aug 2024Verified booking
5/5

Large boats, many seats. Tour available in different languages

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audrey
Aug 2024Verified booking
4/5

Good, but you can't buy drinks on board

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Elmira
Jul 2024Verified booking
5/5

The exhibitions are really interesting.

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BARBEREAU
Jul 2024Verified booking
5/5

The captain made us laugh a lot, it was very nice.

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Robaille
May 2024Verified booking
4/5

Bonjour belle croisière dans les canaux d Amsterdam

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Dan
Apr 2024Verified booking
4/5

We liked the overall experience. There were seats for everyone, and the tour was relaxing.

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Caroline
Apr 2024Verified booking
4/5

Comfortable enclosed cabin. Headphones provided. Easy instructions.

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Gademann
Apr 2024Verified booking
4/5

The welcome from the dockside staff and the explanations on the audioguide

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Alison
Apr 2024Verified booking
4/5

It was very smooth and a good whistle stop of the Amsterdam canals.

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jacek
Apr 2024Verified booking
5/5

Everything was excellent, the views, the weather etc.

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HUEZ
Apr 2024Verified booking
4/5

Detailed and interesting explanations throughout

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AmsterdamNational Maritime Museum Tickets

Why visit Amsterdam's National Maritime Museum

National Maritime Museum Amsterdam
  • Visit the National Maritime Museum, aka Scheepvaartmuseum, and learn about Dutch maritime history. 
  • View their extensive collection of ship models, navigational devices, and historical maps.
  • At the Open Courtyard of the Museum, you can view their roof that has a design reminiscent of old nautical maps.
  • Those interested in getting a more in-depth knowledge about maritime history can make their way to the library with over 60,000 books, some of which are older than 500 years.

Your National Maritime Museum Tickets Explained

National Maritime Museum Amsterdam Tickets

Skip-the-line Tickets

  • Skip the line and head straight into the Maritime Museum where you can learn about Dutch maritime history and how Amsterdam became one of Europe's best harbors!
  • You have access to approximately 400,000 paintings, ship models, navigation instruments, and world maps.
  • Check out the various exhibitions on display, the Tale of the Whale, and Republic by the Sea.
  • Make this self-guided tour even more fruitful with the help of their audio guide available in 11 languages.

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.

Amsterdam Maritime Museum + Canal Cruise Skip-the-line Tickets

Supersaver Combo Tickets

  • Supersaver tickets allow you to explore two attractions while being an absolute money saver. Enjoy admission into National Maritime Museum and a 75-minute cruise down the Amsterdam Canal.
  • Enjoy skip-the-line access into the iconic National Maritime Museum and learn about the maritime history of the Netherlands.
  • Make the trip an immersive and educative experience with the help of their audio guide available in 21 languages.

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.

I amsterdam City Card

  • The I amsterdam City Card will allow you to explore every nook and cranny of Amsterdam, while also saving money.
  • The card allows you unlimited access to Amsterdam's public transport system as well as access to some of the best attractions in the city like the National Maritime Museum, Van Gogh Museum, ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, and the Rijksmuseum.
  • You will also get to enjoy a free one-hour canal cruise, which is an unmissable experience while in Amsterdam.

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.

National Maritime Museum Highlights

National Maritime Museum Amsterdam Tickets

The whale story

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. 

National Maritime Museum Exhibits

Republic by the Sea

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. 

National Maritime Museum Amsterdam Tickets Ship

The ships

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.

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Cartography & Curiosities

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.

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Navigation instruments

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.

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Yacht models

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.

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Ship ornaments

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.

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Photo albums

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.

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Temporary exhibitions

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.

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Data experience

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.

Plan Your Visit to National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam

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National Maritime Museum Amsterdam Timings
  • Tuesday - Saturday: 10 AM – 5 PM
  • Sunday and public holidays: 11 AM – 5 PM

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.

Getting to National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam

Address: The National Maritime Museum, Kattenburgerplein 1, 1018 KK Amsterdam

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National Maritime Museum Amsterdam Facilities
  • Audiotour: The National Maritime Museum offers Audio Tours for certain exhibits like the Republic by the Sea, Cartography & Curiosities exhibits. It introduces the visitors to various ship models and navigational devices. Most importantly, this audio tour can be heard in 11 languages. 
  • Wheelchair accessibility: The National Maritime Museum Amsterdam as well as the ship provides wheelchairs and all exhibitions & facilities are accessible by elevators. There’s even parking for disabled visitors. Scooters, however, are not allowed. 
  • Library: The Het Scheepvaartmuseum library has one of the largest and most important collections in the world. This collection consists of almost 60,000 books, some of which are more than 500 years old.
  • Restroom: There are restrooms through the National Maritime Museum and are easily accessible. 

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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.

National Maritime Museum Nearby Attractions

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.

Visitor Tips

  • Buy tickets online and in advance to ensure that you don't miss your chance to visit the museum.
  • Pets are not allowed inside. A guide dog is allowed in certain parts as long as it accompanies a visitor with an identification card.
  • Visitors are not allowed to smoke.
  • They are not allowed to bring food and other consumables.
  • Not allowed to touch exhibited objects and exhibition materials unless specified.
  • Bring in objects that are deemed dangerous by the museum.
  • Unless the museum has provided permission, visitors are prohibited from taking photos and videos

All Your Questions About Maritime Museum Tickets Answered

Q. Are the tickets to National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam available online?

A. Yes, Maritime Museum tickets are available online and can be booked up to 1.5 months in advance.

Q. Do my National Maritime Museum tickets include skip-the-line access?

A. Yes, you can purchase Maritime Museum tickets that include skip-the-line access.

Q. What public safety measures are in place at the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam?

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. 

Q. What is the cancelation policy for Amsterdam National Maritime Museum tickets?

A. Depending on the ticket you choose, you can get a full refund by canceling up to 24 hours before schedule.

Q. Are discounts available on National Maritime Museum tickets?

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.

Q. What are the timings for the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam?

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.

Q. Are audio guides available for visitors at the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam?

A. Yes, audio guides are provided free of charge for the key exhibits of the museum. The audioguide is available in 21 languages.

Q. What is the best time to visit the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam?

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.