The National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam, also called Het Scheepvaartmuseum, brings Dutch seafaring history into focus through paintings, ship models, navigation instruments and charts.
Admission also lets you visit the replica East Indiaman Amsterdam at the museum jetty when conditions allow. Choose museum entry on its own or add a separate canal cruise, following the instructions for each activity.
Book the National Maritime Museum
Compare independent museum admission and the museum-and-cruise combination below. The checked GetYourGuide ticket includes an audio tour. A recorded guide is distinct from a live guided tour.
Het Scheepvaartmuseum (National Maritime Museum): Entry Ticket
75 minute Blue Boat Company City Canal Cruise and Maritime Museum
National Maritime Museum: Entry & Audio Tour
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Choose museum entry or a canal-cruise combination
Choose museum entry for the galleries and replica ship, or a package adding a separate canal cruise. Compare the boarding point, visit date and cancellation conditions before paying.
Compare museum admission and the cruise package
Compare museum admission with the package adding a 75-minute canal cruise. A visit to the replica ship is part of the museum visit, subject to access conditions; it is not the separate cruise.
National Maritime Museum ticket prices
The checked museum admission starts from €20; the selected museum-and-cruise combination starts from €40. Check the date, visitor category, inclusions and final total before booking.
| Ticket or package | From price | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Het Scheepvaartmuseum (National Maritime Museum): Entry Ticket | From €20 | |
| 75 minute Blue Boat Company City Canal Cruise and Maritime Museum | From €40 |
Booking and entry information
Opening hours
Usually daily 10:00–17:00; closed on selected public holidays. Check your date.
Visit date
Your ticket is for the selected day. Follow any partner reservation instructions.
Museum admission
Museum galleries and replica ship, subject to access and weather conditions. Cruises are separate unless included.
Add a canal cruise to your museum visit
Pair the maritime galleries with a 75-minute canal cruise. Follow the separate boat boarding instructions and allow enough time to travel between the museum and the departure pier.
Frequently Asked Questions - FAQ
Do I need to choose a visit date?
Yes. Admission is valid on the selected day. Follow any additional reservation instructions from your booking partner.
Is an audio tour included?
The checked GetYourGuide ticket includes an audio tour in eleven languages. Verify the language and inclusions of your selected offer.
Is the replica ship included?
Museum admission includes the replica East Indiaman Amsterdam, subject to access conditions. It is not a sailing cruise.
Where is the museum entrance?
The address is Kattenburgerplein 1, 1018 KK Amsterdam. Follow the admission instructions on your confirmation.
How long should I allow?
Plan around two to three hours. Leave extra time before a separately booked canal cruise.
Are there child tickets?
The operator lists free entry for children aged four and under and reduced admission for ages five to seventeen. Check the selected partner’s age categories.
How does the canal-cruise package work?
It adds a separate 75-minute canal cruise to museum admission. Check its boarding location, departure instructions and reservation conditions.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Conditions vary by offer. Read your partner’s cancellation and amendment rules before booking, especially for combinations.
Is the replica ship fully wheelchair accessible?
The museum has lifts. The ship lift reaches selected areas, but its upper deck and lowest areas are inaccessible by wheelchair.
