National Maritime Museum Tickets with Replica Ship Amsterdam

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DurationValid 1 day
Open onDaily, 10 am to 5 pm
Meeting pointHet Scheepvaartmuseum, Kattenburgerplein 1, Amsterdam
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National Maritime Museum Tickets with Replica Ship Amsterdam

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Overview

The National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam holds one of the world's largest maritime collections, displayed in a handsome 17th-century naval storehouse beside the harbour. Your fast-track ticket includes museum entry, a visit aboard the full-size replica of the 18th-century ship Amsterdam moored outside, and an audio tour in 11 languages. You will see ship models, paintings, sea charts and navigation instruments that tell the story of the Dutch Golden Age at sea. It suits families, history lovers and curious travellers. This is a self-guided ticket with no hotel pickup.

Highlights

Fast-track entry ticket to the National Maritime Museum
Step aboard the replica of the 18th-century ship Amsterdam
Audio tour available in 11 languages
Ship models, paintings, sea charts and navigation instruments
A 17th-century naval storehouse with a glass-covered courtyard
Interactive displays that families and children enjoy

Full Description

The National Maritime Museum in the old naval storehouse

Het Scheepvaartmuseum is housed in the former naval storehouse, a monumental building from the 17th century that once held the fleet's supplies. After a careful renovation, its inner courtyard now sits under an elegant glass roof, creating a bright space for the museum's collection. If you are searching for National Maritime Museum Amsterdam tickets or things to do in Amsterdam with kids, this museum offers a lot in one visit.

The collection is among the largest of its kind, covering paintings, globes, sea charts, navigation instruments and detailed ship models. Together they explain how the Netherlands built trade routes, cities and wealth from the sea.

The replica ship Amsterdam, an 18th-century sailing vessel

Moored outside the museum is a full-size replica of the Amsterdam, a merchant vessel of the Dutch East India Company from the 18th century. The original ship sank on its maiden voyage, while the replica lets you walk the decks, peer into the cabins and imagine life at sea with a crew of hundreds.

Your ticket includes the visit to the replica, so allow extra time to explore below deck, where the low ceilings, cargo areas and sleeping spaces show how cramped and dangerous a voyage could be. Ship visits can be affected by weather, and access to some areas may change on busy days.

Planning your visit: audio tour, fast-track entry and timing

The audio tour is included and offered in 11 languages, so you can follow the exhibition in your own language and at your own speed. Most visitors spend around two to three hours in total, including the ship, and families with younger children often need slightly more time for the interactive displays.

The fast-track ticket saves time at the entrance, which is welcome in busy seasons and at weekends. The museum is a short walk from Amsterdam Central Station along the harbour, and it pairs well with a walk through the eastern docklands. Opening hours change by season, so check your date in the booking panel.

Itinerary

Arrive and use fast-track entryShow your ticket at the entrance and collect your audio tour.
Explore the museum galleriesSpend about 1.5 to 2 hours viewing ship models, paintings, sea charts and instruments.
Visit the courtyardAdmire the glass-roofed courtyard of the former naval storehouse.
Board the replica ship AmsterdamWalk the decks and explore the cabins for around 30 to 45 minutes.

What's included

Entrance ticket to the National Maritime Museum
Visit to the replica 18th-century ship “Amsterdam”
Audio tour (English)
Valid for 1 day

Not included

Guided tour
Food and drinks

Is this right for you?

Great for

History and culture lovers
Travellers short on time — skip-the-line entry

Not suitable for

Visitors looking for a live guided tour, as this ticket is self-guided with an audio tour
Guests who cannot manage steps and narrow spaces on the replica ship

Meeting point

This is a fixed-venue ticket, so hotel pickup is not included. The National Maritime Museum is on the harbour in eastern Amsterdam, a short walk or ride from Amsterdam Central Station. Select your date in the booking panel and show your confirmation at the fast-track entrance.

Important information

Your ticket includes museum entry, the replica ship visit and the audio tour
A live guided tour is not included
The fast-track ticket saves time at the entrance
Ticket categories include adult, youth, child and student with ID
Bring valid ID if you book a student ticket
Opening hours change by season and on public holidays
Comfortable shoes are recommended for the ship's decks and stairs

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.

How much does the National Maritime Museum ticket cost?

The price depends on the visitor's category, such as adult, youth, child or student. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each category, with the replica ship visit and audio tour included.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. This is an entry ticket to a fixed venue. The museum is a short walk or ride from Amsterdam Central Station.

Is the replica ship included in the ticket?

Yes, the visit to the replica of the 18th-century ship Amsterdam is included.

How long does the visit take?

Most visitors need around two to three hours for the museum and the ship together.

Is the museum suitable for children?

Yes, the ship and interactive displays make it one of the better museums in Amsterdam for children. There is a youth category and a child category.

Is the audio tour included and in which languages?

Yes, an audio tour in 11 languages is included, so you can follow the exhibition in your own language.

What should I wear or bring?

Comfortable shoes and a light jacket for the ship's decks. Bring your confirmation on your phone.

Can I book for today or tomorrow?

Yes, if the date is available in the booking panel.

What does fast-track mean?

It means you can enter through a quicker route than the standard queue, which saves time on busy days.

Is the National Maritime Museum worth visiting?

Yes, especially if you want to understand the Dutch Golden Age, ships and trade. Being able to board a full-size replica ship makes it stand out from other museums.