Book Canal Cruise Tickets

Enjoy seamless luxury bus transfers to Keukenhof paired with a cozy, heated panoramic canal cruise.

• Everything you get at Keukenhof: Seamless entry, luxury air-conditioned shuttle from A’DAM Tower with guaranteed seating, and a flexible return. You’ll also receive a detailed map and a local tips leaflet, with friendly hosts to assist you at every step.
• Everything you get on the Amsterdam Canal Cruise: A 60-min tour on a heated, glass-top boat departing from Centraal Station. Features an onboard audioguide in 19 languages plus a fun coloring page or bingo for kids.
• Why choose this combo: Save 5% plus easy boarding from nearby departure points, making it the most convenient and cost-effective way to see the city.

Inclusions

Keukenhof

• Full-day tour to Keukenhof
• Round-trip shuttle transfer from Amsterdam
• Boarding from A'DAM Tower
• Transfers on a luxury, air-conditioned bus with guaranteed seating
• Entry ticket to Keukenhof
• Free detailed Keukenhof map and practical leaflet with tips from locals in English, Spanish, Italian, French, and German
• Friendly hosts to assist at departure and arrival

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• 60-min Amsterdam canal cruise
• Boarding from Centraal Station
• Onboard audioguide in English (on speakers), and Chinese, German, Spanish, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Thai, Turkish, and Cantonese (on mobile)
• Children's colouring page or bingo (for kids)
• Heated panoramic glass-top roof boats

Exclusions

Keukenhof

• Guide
• Food and drinks

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Earphones (available at additional cost)
• Guide
• Food and drinks

What to bring

Keukenhof

• Ensure your entry tickets and ID are on hand for a smooth experience.
• Bring comfortable walking shoes and weather-appropriate clothing.
• Please note that Keukenhof is a cash-free site, so carry your cards to make any extra payments not included in the experience.

What's not allowed

Keukenhof

• Drones are not permitted on this experience.
• Due to venue restrictions, your pets cannot tag along.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Due to cruise restrictions, your pets are not allowed on board.
• Strollers are not allowed onboard for safety reasons as the aisle must be kept clear. You can leave your stroller at the store before boarding.

Accessibility

Keukenhof

• This experience is accessible to wheelchair and pram/stroller users.
• You can rent a wheelchair via www.keukenhof.nl.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• This experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Additional information

Keukenhof

• Exchange your voucher for the bus tour to receive your official entry ticket.
• The ticket is only valid for the day stamped on it.
• Typical travel time is approximately 35–50 minutes each way, depending on traffic.
• Plan around 6–8 hours for your visit, but you may stay as long as you like at Keukenhof until closing time.
• Buses back to Amsterdam depart between 11am and 6:30pm, with the last bus leaving Keukenhof at 6:30pm.
• Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, small lockers, left luggage facility, dining outlets, parking, charging stations for electric vehicles, and bike rental.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Children up to and including 3 years old may board for free. Children between the ages of 4 and 12 years can board with discounted tickets available at €12.50. Children older than 12 pay the same price as adults.
• Please arrive 15 mins before your departure.
• All boats are covered, allowing you to be warm and comfortable regardless of the weather.
• The English audio guide is played by default over the speakers, but if you prefer another language, scan the QR code on board and connect to the audioguide in any of the other languages on your smartphone via the free WiFi on board (no need to download an app). Use your own earphones to listen. If you don't have earphones, you can purchase them in the shop for €1.50.
• The route may vary due to municipal work, offering new highlights on each cruise.
• Facilities: Free Wi-Fi, restrooms onboard

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

Seamlessly pair a deep dive into the Dutch Golden Age with a glass-top canal cruise in just a few hours with a single ticket.

• Everything you get at the Rijksmuseum: Timed entry to the Netherlands’ national museum, where you can explore over 8,000 artworks with a multimedia guide available in 10+ languages.
• Everything you get on the canal cruise: A 60-minute scenic Amsterdam canal cruise on a glass-top boat with onboard commentary in English, a multilingual audio guide in 10+ languages, and views of Amsterdam’s picturesque canals.
• Why choose this combo: Experience masterpieces like Rembrandt’s The Night Watch at Amsterdam’s most famous museum, then see the city from the water, all with one ticket, with both locations only 15 minutes apart by public transport.

Inclusions

Rijksmuseum

• Timed entry to the Rijksmuseum
• Access to all exhibitions
• Multimedia tour in 10+ languages

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• 60-min Amsterdam canal cruise
• Boarding from Centraal Station
• Onboard audio guide in English (on speakers)
• Multilingual audio guide via mobile in Chinese, German, Spanish, French, Hindi, Indonesian, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Thai, Turkish, and Cantonese
• Children's colouring page or bingo (for kids)
• Heated panoramic glass-top roof boats

Exclusions

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Earphones (available at additional cost)

What's not allowed
Rijksmuseum

• Pets are not allowed due to venue restrictions.
• Flash photography is strictly prohibited inside the museum.
• Cash payment is not accepted at the museum’s cafes and shops.
• Items larger than A4 size are not allowed inside the museum.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Pets are not allowed due to cruise restrictions.
• Strollers are not allowed onboard for safety reasons. You can leave your stroller at the store before boarding.

Accessibility
Rijksmuseum

• The Rijksmuseum is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• The cruise is not wheelchair or pram/stroller accessible.
• Guide dogs are welcome on the cruise.

Additional information
Rijksmuseum

• Your ticket allows entry up to 15 minutes after the scheduled time and you may stay inside until closing.
• Guests unable to navigate the museum independently may bring one companion for free. Companion tickets can be collected at cash register 1.
• A locker point is available at Museum Square to store luggage safely. Larger items like umbrellas or bags must be left here.
• The museum cannot accommodate travel luggage, folding bikes, musical instruments, skateboards, etc.
• Tickets are valid only for the selected date and time and cannot be rescheduled. Late arrivals may be considered no-shows and will not be eligible for a refund.
• If you’re running late, speak with the Rijksmuseum staff at the entrance. Entry is not guaranteed, but the team will try to assist depending on availability.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Children up to 3 years old board for free. Children 4–12 years old pay €12.50. Children older than 12 pay the adult price.
• Please arrive 15 minutes before departure.
• All boats are covered to ensure comfort in all weather.
• The English audio guide plays by default. To choose another language, scan the onboard QR code and connect to the multilingual audio guide via free Wi-Fi. Use your own earphones or purchase them onboard for €1.50.
• The cruise route may vary due to municipal works, offering new highlights on each trip.
• Bring a pair of earphones or headphones to use with your multilingual audio guide.
• Onboard facilities include free Wi-Fi and restrooms.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Score a 22% discount and maximise your time with two iconic Amsterdam experiences located just minutes apart.

• Everything you get at the Heineken Experience: Get entry to the Heineken brewery and enjoy the live English walkthrough. Pick your preferred language on the audio guide, and wrap things up in the colourful buzz of the Best ‘Dam Bar.
• Everything you get on the Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Relax on a 75-min cruise through Amsterdam’s canals in a glass-roof boat. Spot landmarks like Rijksmuseum and Magere Brug, with an audio guide in 19 languages.
• Why choose this: Save 22% and hop on your canal cruise right across from Heineken for the easiest two-in-one Amsterdam experience, eliminating transit time.
• Upgrades: Sightseeing is better with snacks! For the cruise, pick the snack box option and enjoy sweet and savoury bites, plus a beverage.

Inclusions

Heineken Experience

• Entry to the Heineken Experience
• 1.5-hour self-guided tour of the Heineken Experience
• Live presentation in English
• Audio guide in Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish, and Portuguese
• 2 complimentary Heinekens

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• 75-min Amsterdam canal cruise
• Boarding opposite Hard Rock Cafe or Heineken Experience
• Audioguide in English, French, Russian, Spanish, German, Chinese, Dutch, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Japanese, Turkish, Polish, Czech, Croatian, Indonesian, Cantonese, Korean, and Hindi
• Kids audioguide and activity package
• Complimentary earphones
• Closed, heated boat

Additional paid upgrades:

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Snackbox (chips, popcorn, stroopwafels, nuts, and water or soft drink of your choice)

Exclusions

Heineken Experience + Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Transfers
• Food and additional beverages

What to bring

Heineken Experience

• Have your entry tickets and ID ready for a seamless experience.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Complimentary earphones are provided, but you are encouraged to use your own.

What’s not allowed

Heineken Experience

• Outside food & beverages and smoking are not permitted on this experience.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Safety is a priority, so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 18 years.
• Outside food and drinks are not allowed onboard.
• Due to cruise restrictions, your pets are not allowed on board.

Accessibility

Heineken Experience

• This experience is wheelchair accessible. However, visitors with disabilities are encouraged to contact Heineken Experience in advance to arrange a suitable tour, subject to safety and accessibility considerations.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• This experience is wheelchair accessible. Wheelchair accessible boats only depart from the dock opposite Hard Rock Cafe at the 10:30am, 12pm, 2pm, and 3:30pm time slots.
• Your guide dogs are welcome on the cruise.

Additional information

Heineken Experience + Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Your Heineken Experience ticket has a fixed timeslot chosen during booking. You must enter the museum exactly at this specific time. Your voucher needs to be scanned at the Heineken Experience entrance first. Your canal cruise ticket is an open ticket, meaning no timeslot is pre-allocated. You must redeem your open ticket inside one of the Gray Line Amsterdam/Blue Boat Company ticket offices to be assigned a timeslot for the cruise. Once redeemed, you can board the next available boat at either of the two docks listed below:
  

Heineken Experience

• This experience includes alcoholic beverages. Availability is subject to age restrictions and local laws. Please carry a valid ID. Drink responsibly.
• For safety reasons, guests under the age of 18 will not be served alcoholic drinks.
• Facilities: lockers, cloakroom, and restroom.

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• Most boats have a roof that closes fully and have central heating on board. So even if it is cold outside, you will be warm inside the boat. The boats mostly sail within the city centre, where the water stays very calm, so they can sail in almost any weather.
• If a cruise cannot take place due to extreme weather circumstances, the company will contact you to reschedule your ticket to another date.
• Please arrive 15 mins before your departure.

• These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.