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Combo (Save 13%): Van Gogh Museum Tickets with 1-Hour Amsterdam Open Boat Canal Cruise

4.8/5(6,768)

Lisa P

Couple

Verified booking

6 days ago

The captain Bard, was lovely. He took the time to explain all the history of Amsterdam whilst on the canal trip, throwing in some humour along the way! Really enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone travelling to Amsterdam . We looked at various canal excursions but we wanted an open boat so really happy we chose to go with head out, and it was also very reasonably priced. It made the trip to Amsterdam so much more enjoyable. 5 stars 10/10!

Sanjeev C

Group

Verified booking

Yesterday

It was an inspiring experience for our family. We could see not only the brilliance of an artist but also his vision and mission of his life. Artist painted and sketched not only his feelings but also gave an insight of rural life with their hardships and struggles. Truly an eye opener for all of us .

Adelina U

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

The cruise was nice, but the route was not the best. We've done another cruise with a more interesting route. The beverages available on the boat were on a reasonable price.

Fah S

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Very nice light festival in Amsterdam We joined the open-boat canal cruise in December and absolutely loved it. Even though it was winter, the atmosphere was cozy and the views of the city were beautiful. The crew was friendly, fun, and knowledgeable they shared interesting stories without feeling scripted. The unlimited drinks option made the trip even more relaxing. It was a perfect activity for couples, and wed definitely recommend it to anyone visiting Amsterdam. Great vibe, great service, and a wonderful way to see the city!

Amanda M

Couple

Verified booking

Jul 2026

The old man talking and telling the storys about amsterdam and its history was really good and he was funny too. He even airdropped us an Tourist guide for what to avoid and what is good in Amsterdam. The cruise is definitely worth the money. We love Jan!!!

Marie R

Verified booking

Jul 2026

The tour was absolutely great! Our guide, Arthur, was super friendly and shared lots of interesting stories and facts about Amsterdam. We really enjoyed it and would definitely recommend this tour! Best regards, the Germans

Pair reserved entry to the Van Gogh Museum with a live-guided open boat canal cruise featuring an onboard bar.

Van Gogh Museum: Timed-entry ticket bypassing general admission lines for self-paced access to the entire permanent collection.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise: 60-minute open-top boat ride with live commentary from an English-speaking skipper and access to an onboard bar.

Complete both experiences on the same day by scheduling your open boat departure before or after your fixed museum slot.

Van Gogh Museum

Timed entry to Van Gogh Museum

Access to all permanent and temporary exhibitions

Access to Vincent’s Path to Fame (Jun 12-Sept 6, 2026)

Access to The ReFramers present: In Search of an Anchor (May 22-Sept 20, 2026)

Self-guided tour of the Van Gogh Museum

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

60-min Amsterdam canal cruise

Boarding from Centraal Station

Live guided commentary

English-speaking local skipper/guide

100% electric open boat

Onboard bar

Blankets (upon request)

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Lisa P
Couple
Verified booking
6 days ago
The captain Bard, was lovely. He took the time to explain all the history of Amsterdam whilst on the canal trip, throwing in some humour along the way! Really enjoyed it and would recommend to anyone travelling to Amsterdam . We looked at various canal excursions but we wanted an open boat so really happy we chose to go with head out, and it was also very reasonably priced. It made the trip to Amsterdam so much more enjoyable. 5 stars 10/10!
Sanjeev C
Group
Verified booking
Yesterday
It was an inspiring experience for our family. We could see not only the brilliance of an artist but also his vision and mission of his life. Artist painted and sketched not only his feelings but also gave an insight of rural life with their hardships and struggles. Truly an eye opener for all of us .
Adelina U
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The cruise was nice, but the route was not the best. We've done another cruise with a more interesting route. The beverages available on the boat were on a reasonable price.
Alan H
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The trip was brilliant and very interesting Marco our captain was great and very informative he was also so funny
Boccardi T
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Fantastic trip, so beautiful, so romantic. Thank you so much!!!!

One booking covers a timed Van Gogh Museum visit and a 60-minute open boat canal cruise.

Getting started

Your Van Gogh Museum ticket is tied to the entry time you select at checkout. For the canal cruise, head to the departure point at Centraal Station and arrive 15 minutes before departure.

What to expect

Van Gogh Museum

Enter at your booked time and explore at your own pace. The museum is set up to help you follow Van Gogh’s work through different periods, with options to add an audio guide or guided tour.

Features:

Chronological galleries that trace Van Gogh’s artistic journey

Paintings such as Sunflowers, The Bedroom, and The Potato Eaters

A large collection of drawings and personal letters to Theo

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Board an open, 100% electric boat and cruise Amsterdam’s canals with a local skipper sharing live commentary. The open setup keeps views unobstructed, and drinks are available to purchase at the onboard bar.

Features:

Live stories from a local skipper, not pre-recorded audio

Canal-side views of landmarks like the Skinny Bridge and Royal Theatre Carré

Pass-by views of the Red Light District and Maritime Museum

What to bring

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Please wear weather-appropriate clothing.

What’s not allowed

Van Gogh Museum

Do not bring handbags larger than A4 size inside the museum. You may be refused entry if you carry items larger than 45×25×25 cm, wheeled suitcases, or trolleys of any size.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

Due to cruise restrictions, your pets are not allowed on board.

Accessibility

Van Gogh Museum

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Van Gogh Museum

You can enter the museum at the time you pick during check-out. Visit at your scheduled time as it is a timed-entry ticket. Since the museum has limited space to accommodate all visitors, if you miss your time slot. Rescheduling is not an option.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

This experience includes alcoholic beverages. Availability is subject to age restrictions and local laws. Please carry a valid ID. Drink responsibly.

Please arrive 15 mins before your departure.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.