Scheepvaart Museum Entrance Ticket
Explore the Netherlands' maritime past through ship models, nautical instruments, and interactive displays at this 17th-century museum. The main attraction: board a full-size replica of the 18th-century VOC ship Amsterdam and walk through its historic decks.
Highlights
- Walk through a full-size replica VOC ship from the 18th century.
- Explore authentic sextants, compasses, and nautical maps inside.
- Wander the glass-roofed courtyard of a historic naval storehouse.
- See detailed ship models showing Dutch maritime trading history.
- Walk through a full-size replica VOC ship from the 18th century.
- Explore authentic sextants, compasses, and nautical maps inside.
- Wander the glass-roofed courtyard of a historic naval storehouse.
- See detailed ship models showing Dutch maritime trading history.
- Experience interactive exhibitions designed for visitors of all ages.
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Kattenburgerplein 1, 1018 KK, Amsterdam
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About this activity
# About this activity
This museum entrance ticket gets you into Amsterdam's National Maritime Museum, where you can dive into the Netherlands' seafaring past. You'll see detailed ship models, navigation instruments like sextants and compasses, nautical maps, paintings, and interactive exhibits that tell stories of voyages, trade routes, and life at sea. The real draw is the full-size replica of the 18th-century VOC ship Amsterdam—you can actually board it and walk through the different sections to experience what sailing was like back then. The museum itself is housed in a beautiful 17th-century naval storehouse right by the water, with a striking glass-roofed courtyard. It works well for history enthusiasts, ship lovers, and families alike, with special exhibitions designed for kids.
What's included?
Included
- Access to ship models
- Access to nautical maps
- Access to paintings
- Access to navigation instruments
- Access to interactive exhibitions
- Access to full-size replica of the 18th-century VOC ship Amsterdam
- Ability to board and walk through the Amsterdam ship replica
- Access to the museum's historic 17th-century naval storehouse building
- Access to the glass-roofed courtyard
- Access to the permanent collection
- Access to special exhibitions for kids
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At the checkout, restaurant, and shop, payment is only accepted by debit card or credit card (except American Express); cash is not accepted. Children up to and including 4 years old have free admission, children aged 5 to 17 years old pay a reduced rate. The museum is accessible for visitors with disabilities: all exhibitions and facilities can be reached by lift, although the VOC ship Amsterdam is only partially accessible by lift (main deck only). Visitors who are unable to visit the museum independently may bring a companion free of charge. Scooters are not permitted due to the safety of the collection; however, a wheelchair can be reserved in advance. Assistance dogs are welcome in the museum. On each floor, there is an accessible toilet on the east side of the building.
Frequently asked questions
What's included in the entrance ticket?
Your ticket gives you access to the permanent collection with ship models, nautical maps, paintings, and navigation instruments. You can also board and walk through the full-size replica of the 18th-century VOC ship Amsterdam.
Can children visit the museum?
Yes, the museum is suitable for families and guests of any age. Child tickets are available at a reduced price.
Is there a discount for infants?
Infants enter free of charge.
What's the main attraction at this museum?
The full-size replica of the 18th-century VOC ship Amsterdam is a major highlight—you can step aboard and explore different areas to experience life at sea.
