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Amsterdam: National Maritime Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket

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4.4389577 out of 5 stars
729 reviews
Activity provider:The National Maritime Museum
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Amsterdam: National Maritime Museum Skip-the-Line Ticket
4.4389577 out of 5 stars
4.4
4.4389577 out of 5 stars
729 reviews

Explore one of the world's largest maritime collections including paintings, ship models, navigation instruments, and sea charts with a skip-the-line entry ticket.

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Audio guide included
Spanish, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Portuguese, Russian
Wheelchair accessible

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Cheryl – Canada

Wonderful exhibition of the Dutch maritime history of colonization, slave trade, sea battles etc. Then there is modern day sea life highlighted by a solo around the world sailing trip. Imagine what that would be like in today’s world so dependent on technology!

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Monica – United States

Impressive and informative. I learned quite a bit of detail about the history of The Netherlands, its exploration, military and trade. They did a nice job balancing history with modern perspectives. Really appreciated that. Definitely worth a visit!

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Highlights

  • Explore one of the world’s biggest maritime collections with fast-track entry
  • Climb aboard the replica of East Indiaman Amsterdam from 1749
  • Take part in fun interactive exhibitions and activities for the whole the family
  • Embark on a virtual reality journey to experience the Dutch golden age
  • Enjoy the museum's covered inner courtyard, a historical landmark from 1656

Full description

Book a skip-the-line ticket to the National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam to discover how Amsterdam became the greatest harbor in mainland Europe. Be inspired by one of the world’s biggest maritime collections, artifacts, and art.
Explore the National Maritime Museum in the heart of Amsterdam. The building was built in 1656 as a former storehouse for the Admiralty. Step back in time by boarding a replica 1749 VOC East Indiaman ship named Amsterdam.
Experience a ship from the so-called Dutch golden age and see life-like displays about sea travel. Squeeze into the captain’s quarters, fire a cannon, or hang in a sailor’s hammock.
Board into the ship’s bow and you can take an exciting VR voyage over central Amsterdam. Experience life in a bustling city harbor at the beginning of the 17th century.

Includes

  • Entrance ticket to the National Maritime Museum.
  • Visit to the replica 18th-century ship “Amsterdam”
  • Audio tour in 11 languages
  • Guided tour

Meeting point

Hetscheepvaartmuseum, Kattenburgerplein 1, 1018 KK Amsterdam

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Important information

Know before you go

  • The National Maritime Museum is located in the Arsenal (1656), the former storehouse of the Admirality, with an Open Courtyard covered by an amazing glass roof. Its lined design repeats one of the old nautical maps and consists of 1200 pieces. You can visit it for free from 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM daily
  • Some of the exhibitions are specially designed for (young) children
  • Discover the stories behind the finest objects in the Museum's collection with a free, 60-minute audio tour
  • Go on a Virtual Reality journey to experience Amsterdam as it was in the Dutch Golden Age

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Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 729 reviews

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Cheryl – CanadaMay 30, 2025 – Verified booking
Wonderful exhibition of the Dutch maritime history of colonization, slave trade, sea battles etc. Then there is modern day sea life highlighted by a solo around the world sailing trip. Imagine what that would be like in today’s world so dependent on technology!
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Monica – United StatesMay 18, 2025 – Verified booking
Impressive and informative. I learned quite a bit of detail about the history of The Netherlands, its exploration, military and trade. They did a nice job balancing history with modern perspectives. Really appreciated that. Definitely worth a visit!
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Spencer – United StatesApril 27, 2025 – Verified booking
The staff at the museum were immensely friendly and helpful. The displays were entertaining and informative. I will definitely be visiting again someday and hopefully; that someday will be very soon!!

Product ID: 46115

Activity provider:The National Maritime Museum

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