Van Gogh Museum Ticket and Canal Cruise 2026
Art & canals: Skip-the-Line access | 75-minute cruise | Reserve now & pay later
About Van Gogh Museum Ticket and Canal Cruise
This Van Gogh Museum and Canal Cruise ticket combines two of the most popular attractions in Amsterdam! It allows you to see world-famous works by Vincent van Gogh such as "The Potato Eaters", "Sunflowers", and "Almond Blossom". Also, you'll be able to go on the Amsterdam Canal Cruise and discover its rich cultural heritage with the help of an audio guide!
The Van Gogh Museum is dedicated to the life and work of this world-famous Dutch painter. Connect more intimately with Van Gogh's turbulent life and see the artist's personal items, including his sketchbooks, paintbrushes, his iconic straw hat, and the letters to his brother Theo.
This ticket grants you quick access to the Van Gogh Museum. That way, you'll have more time to enjoy work by Vincent van Gogh and his famous paintings instead of waiting in line at the ticket office!
As you might expect, the Van Gogh Museum holds the world's largest collection of the artist's famous paintings. These include "Sunflowers", "Almond Blossom", and "The Potato Eaters"!
Hop aboard and discover Amsterdam's rich cultural and architectural heritage from a unique vantage point. Enjoy a 75-minute Amsterdam Canal Cruise and pass by the Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, Negen Straatjes, Golden Bend, and many more iconic landmarks!
During your Amsterdam Canal Cruise, you will be able to listen to fun and informative audio commentary. You'll learn about Amsterdam's history and its deep connection to its many canals!
If you are bringing children along but wonder if they'll be bored, don't worry! During the Amsterdam Canal Cruise, they will be able to listen to the "Kids Cruise“ audio story. They'll also be given a colorful booklet, which they can enjoy during the Amsterdam Canal Cruise!
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I'm a bit of an art nerd, and I paint a bit on my own. So, visiting the museum of my favorite painter was a dream come true. Just standing there in front of the famous paintings of Vincent van Gogh was an incredible feeling for me, especially Sunflowers and Almond Blossom. I got so hypnotized by its beauty that I lost track of time. Amsterdam canal cruise was so relaxing, but a visit to the Van Gogh Museum will stay with me forever!
As parents of three children, we have to look for activities that we can enjoy together. It's not always easy, and that's one more reason I would recommend the Van Gogh Museum ticket and Canal cruise to families. While the kids were on a treasure hunt at the museum, my wife and I saw world-famous paintings at a slow pace. Afterwards we went on the Amsterdam Canal Cruise, which had an audio story just for kids. They were engaged and had lots of questions later. We enjoyed our time together, and all of us have fond memories of that day!
DESCRIPTION
Van Gogh Museum Ticket and Canal Cruise
- Van Gogh Museum entrance
- Canal cruise
- Cruise audio guide
- Snack box (if option selected)
A MUSEUM DEDICATED TO VAN GOGH'S LIFE AND HIS WORK
The Van Gogh Museum features the world's largest collection of Van Gogh's paintings, numbering over 200. During your visit, you will learn about the painter's turbulent life and his struggle with mental health. Van Gogh's life influenced his work, as he saw painting as a sort of therapy. The Van Gogh Museum also features 500 drawings as well as 700 letters. The most famous are those to his brother Theo, and they are all on display as a part of the permanent exhibition. There are also temporary exhibitions throughout the year, which are also covered by your Van Gogh Museum ticket! The museum features interactive displays, digital installations, and various activities for kids, such as treasure hunts. Take your time and explore the genius work of Vincent van Gogh!
MOST FAMOUS VAN GOGH PAINTINGS
It's enough to say sunflowers, and most of us immediately picture a Van Gogh painting in our minds. His style is instantly recognizable even by those who are not interested in art! One perhaps surprising thing you will learn during your visit to the Van Gogh Museum is the fact that he started seriously painting at the age of 30. During his short and meteoric career, he produced more than 2,100 paintings. Most of them were made during the last two years of Van Gogh's life. As you stroll through the Van Gogh Museum, you will have a chance to see his world-famous paintings up close. These include "The Potato Eaters", "Sunflowers", "Almond Blossom", "Wheatfield with Crows", "Self-Portrait with Grey Felt Hat", and hundreds more!
GRACHTENGORDEL - AMSTERDAM CANAL DISTRICT
After visiting the Van Gogh Museum, another fun activity awaits you - the Amsterdam Canal Cruise! You'll be sailing through the heart of the city on the Prinsengracht, Herengracht, Keizersgracht, and Singelgracht canals. Surrounded by a lively and modern city, you'll have the pleasure of seeing the contrast between old and new. Did you know these canals were dug in the 17th century? Amsterdam was a bustling commercial hub at that time, with incredible building projects popping up everywhere. During the cruise, you will pass by the Golden Bend, a prestigious neighborhood where Amsterdam's wealthiest citizens lived. You will also pass by the Rijksmuseum, Anne Frank House, and De Negen Straatjes. To help you understand the history of each landmark, take advantage of the audio guide. Illuminating audio commentary is available in 21 languages, with a special „Kids Cruise“ audio story for children!
Which Van Gogh paintings portray Amsterdam Canals?
Vincent van Gogh lived in Amsterdam for only one year when, as a young man, he was preparing for an exam to study theology. He did not produce notable paintings during that time, but later he did return on a number of occasions and painted two: „View of Amsterdam from Central Station“ and „The De Ruijterkade in Amsterdam". Both are currently held in a private collection, but you can search them online. As with any of Van Gogh's paintings, they reflect his desire to uncover the essence of Amsterdam, namely, its canals!
Book our Van Gogh Museum Ticket and Canal Cruise to hear similar stories through the audio guide!
GOOD TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO
- When booking the Van Gogh Museum ticket and canal cruise, you will have an opportunity to choose your time slot.
- For the Amsterdam Canal Cruise, you don't have to choose a time slot, as this is an open ticket. You can simply board the first boat you see at the dock.
- There are two docks from where boats depart; one is near the Hard Rock Cafe, and the other near the Heineken Experience.
- Complimentary earphones will be offered to you during the Amsterdam Canal Cruise. However, you are welcome to bring your own!
Meeting Point
Van Gogh Museum: Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam, Netherlands. Make sure that you arrive at the Van Gogh Museum on the date and time for which you have purchased the ticket.
Amsterdam Canal Cruise: Boats depart from Stadhouderskade 501 (1071 ZD), opposite the Hard Rock Café. Look out for the Canal Boat Company sign.
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- Audio guide
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Drinks & appetizers
Classic Cruise
Enjoy panoramic views on a cruise along the Amsterdam canals. Sail past the Anne Frank House, the Old Harbor, and the Golden Bend, part of the city where the wealthy citizens, such as mayors, lived. See the replica of the East Indiaman ship docked by the Maritime Museum. Your host and your skipper will tell you about the city and you can add snacks and drinks for the full experience.
Fine dining
Dinner Cruise
Experience the city's charm on our Dinner Cruise Amsterdam, where you’ll enjoy a 4-course dinner while sailing through the city’s canals. This canal cruise offers views of famous landmarks like the Anne Frank House, all from the comfort of a luxurious boat. Plus, with our skip-the-line access, you can maximize your time sightseeing in the city center. Whether it's a romantic evening or a special occasion, this is the perfect way to combine fine dining with sightseeing in Amsterdam.
Private group available
Booze Cruise
Have fun with the unlimited drinks option, and see Amsterdam on a booze cruise! Why just have a drink in a bar in Amsterdam when you can enjoy it on its famous canals and sightsee at the same time? You can cruise through the Red Lights District and pass under bridges on the Amstel River. Your local skipper and host will help you settle in and answer your questions about the city.