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Florin Marian Badea

Took the "Countryside and windmills" tour with them. All went well. Everything was on time. The tour guide Diana was great. The bus was clean and comfortable.

Yousef Baalbaki

Very helpful very clear and the tour is super fun thx to Ian and Jasper

Abdulelah Albadri

Highly recommended shop 👍

Ireci Maria

We really enjoyed the Windmild tour today and would like to say THANK YOU as you guys helped us to see the countryside of the Netherland and it is a beautiful country. We loved it so much.

Linda Hoernke

Great stop to organize and book excursions and tickets in and around Amsterdam. Friendly and helpful staff.

My wife and I were pleased with their excellent customer service. Staff was very well informed and professional. Will definitely recommend tours and tickets to friends

Bandar Arab

They have many excellent options. I got to know Amsterdam and the surrounding cities

Walter Bell

Fast, informative and organized. The tours were all on time, the guides friendly.

Jenene Lighty

Our family took the Charm of Holland tour. Cecelia was our guide. It was a beautiful tour with a wonderful overview. We saw so much during the day. Highly recommend!

ronnie myers

Great service. It's a good idea to look at their site beforehand. As they offer a lot, you may not think of and you can plan ahead and pack more into your trip. We took several tours and loved them all.

Catherine Tuohy

Lovely canal boat ride and even on a very wet day it was picturesque.

Paula Andrews

Fantastic, friendly service. Very informative tour. Highly recommended.

Good experience.

I went to Keukenhof, it was beautiful and there were so many flowers. We had the best bus Driver, his Password was "Tom with the Green Bus". He was very funny and cool driver. The experience was really nice and the price/ performance was very good. I would really recommend this trip!

Nathan Williams

The staff were friendly and helpful. The excursion was fun with fun guides. The prices were reasonable. The tours were interesting and very informative. Highly recommend booking a tour or excursion with these. We did countryside and windmill tour. This was a great tour and very interesting visiting windmills which was amazing area. Cheese factory, waffle shop, boat ride and clog maker. The guides Edgar and Natalia, and driver Steff were great and really made the tour enjoyable. The price was reasonable and staff friendly and funny and very helpful.

alexandre leger

Des efforts en français, de bons renseignements 💪💪

Buchung, Arrangement und Durchführung sehr gut. Eine sehr gute Möglichkeit, das legendäre Konzert zu besuchen, da man bei der „Verlosung“ praktisch chancenlos ist. Lage des Hotels zum Aufführungsort und zu Wiener Innenstadt sehr praktisch. Hotel selbst sauber, MitarbeiterInnen sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit, Speisenqualität nicht zur beim Silvestermenue sehr gut. Mobiliar etwas in die Jahre gekommen, Sauberkeit und Service machen das aber wett.

virgy20002000

Semplicemente perfetto. Ci siamo divertiti un sacco esplorando il fuori città. Lo staff era gentilissimo e accogliente, molto professionale. Lo consiglio a tutti!

Absolut empfehlenswert! Tolle Touren und ein unglaublich netter Kundenservice. In Amsterdam buche ich nur noch Touren hier 😃

Sara Ceccatelli

Muy buena experiencia!!! Recomiendo sin duda :) los guías son todos un amor, muy atentos, simpáticos y explicando todo al detalle con mucha gracia. Gracias por todo! Diana eres genial

Marie-Christine Pascal

Trés bien pour réserver vos projet de visite et meilleure marché. Simple efficace et rapide. Petit bémol il n'ouvre que vers les 10.00

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Amsterdam Centraal

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• Amsterdam Red Light District Walking Tour (From €28.74)
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• (0.17 km) Park Plaza Victoria Amsterdam
• (0.18 km) A-Train Hotel
• (0.18 km) Ibis Styles Amsterdam Central Station
• (0.17 km) Ibis Amsterdam Centre
• (0.02 km) Kiosk
• (0.05 km) Chocolate Company Amsterdam
• (0.05 km) Stiek
• (0.06 km) Swarovski
• (0.18 km) Carstens Brasserie Amsterdam

• Top Things to do
• Amsterdam Tours
• Attractions
• Keukenhof Gardens Tickets
• Amsterdam Heineken Experience Tickets
• Amsterdam Canal Cruises
• Johan Cruijff Arena
• Madame Tussauds Amsterdam Museum Tickets
• Anne Frank Tours
• WONDR Experience Tickets
• Moco Museum Amsterdam
• AMAZE Amsterdam
• NEMO Science Museum Tickets
• Amsterdam City Cards
• Boom Chicago Tickets
• Amsterdam Dungeon Tickets
• Zaanse Schans Windmills Tours
• Van Gogh Museum Tickets
• Rijksmuseum Tickets
• National Maritime Museum Tickets
• Body Worlds Amsterdam Tickets
• Walking Tours
• Guided Tours
• Hop-On Hop-Off Tours
• Bikes & Segway
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Amsterdam Tours | Explore the Best Guided Tours

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Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
• Fall in love with Amsterdam with this glass-roofed boat cruise sailing past iconic landmarks of the city.
• Get to know more about every attraction you see during the cruise via the audio guide. It’s available in 19 languages!
• Catch sight of popular landmarks like the Westerkerk church, Nine Streets, and Skinny Bridge, and admire the canal's Baroque architecture.
• You can board the cruise from various boarding points like Central Station, Hard Rock Cafe and more, choose yours in the next step.
• 1-hour Amsterdam Canal cruise
• Audio guide in Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Polish, Portuguese, and Russian
• Facilities: free Wi-Fi and toilets.

This is Holland Pier

• 2-min walk from A'DAM Lookout and Eye Film Museum

Central Station

• 2-min walk away from Basilica of St Nicholas and Park Plaza Victoria

Heineken Experience Pier

• 1-min walk from Heineken Experience and Amsterdam, Weteringcircuit

Hard Rock Cafe

• 1-min walk from Rembrandts Amsterdam Experience

Anne Frank House Pier

• 2-min walk from Anne Frank House and Anne Frank Monument

Click here for a detailed map of the boarding points.

• Tip: Notice small gardens and green spaces along the canals. These hidden oases add to the city's charm and provide a refreshing touch of nature amidst the urban setting!

Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour

• Delve deep into football history on a behind-the-scenes tour of the Johan Cruijff ArenA, the iconic home of Ajax Football Club.
• Roam the hallowed halls of Ajax, including the dressing room and Manager's dug-out, learning about the sporting legends who have graced these spaces.
• See the mixed zone where players were often interviewed and the Ajax Gallery of Fame that showcases all Ajax victories with shirts, cups & trophies.
• Step up your stadium experience with the VIP experience including a guided tour, Johan Cruijff ArenA scarf, drink, skybox, and boardroom access.
• Entry to Johan Cruijff ArenA
• Access to: Players Dressing Rooms, Mixed Zone, Players Tunnel, Pitch, Manager’s Dug-out, Press Room, Ajax Gallery of Fame
• 10% discount at the official Ajax Fanshop & FEBO restaurant
• Guide (only in VIP tour)
• Access to other exclusive areas (only in VIP tour)
• Exclusive Johan Cruijff ArenA scarf (only in VIP tour)
• A cold drink in the Skybox (only in VIP tour)
• Tip: If you're an avid football fan, don't miss the opportunity to buy some Ajax merchandise from the Official Ajax Fanshop.

From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Tickets & Bus Tour with Audio Guide & Canal Cruise

• Save your time and energy with these convenient skip-the-line tickets to the world's largest flower garden, the stunning Keukenhof.
• Benefit from the ease of an audio guide on your bus, and learn fun facts about this world-renowned attraction.
• Once your bus drops you at the entry point, stroll through the most beautiful spring garden in the world and breathe in the heavenly scents.
• Allow more than 7 million blooms to engulf you as you explore the vibrant flower farms and the picturesque tulip fields of Keukenhof.
• If you are visiting with kids, facilities like a maze, a petting farm, a playground, and a surprise scavenger hunt will keep them entertained.
• At the end of your trip, enjoy a free 1-hour cruise of the legendary canals of Amsterdam, and view multiple historical and famous sites.
• Skip-the-line entry to the Keukenhof Gardens
• Roundtrip transfers via an AC coach from Amsterdam
• Audio guide in 15 languages: Dutch, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Turkish, Greek, Polish, Russian, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic & Hebrew
• 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise
• Tip: Try to visit early in the morning or late afternoon as the crowds are thinner and the lighting is better for photography.
• It is not permitted to walk on the grass, with the exception of the lawns specifically designated as open to the public.

Combo (Save 16%): Tickets to Madame Tussauds + 75-minute Canal Cruise in Amsterdam with an audio guide

• This Amsterdam day trip combo will elevate your trip to this picturesque city, as you visit the Madame Tussauds and enjoy a 75-minute Canal Cruise.
• Spot some of the pop icons like Dua Lipa, Beyonce, Ariana Grande, and Lady Gaga, or get your pictures with the Royals- Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.
• Fulfill your dream of meeting the legendary Bob Marley or get your action game on with Marvel's Avengers, for a dream come true experience.
• Continue your trip on a glass-roofed cruise for 75 minutes, through popular spots like the Westerkerk church, Nine Streets, and Skinny Bridge.
• This cruise comes with an audio guide in 19 languages and can be boarded at different locations like Hard Rock Cafe, Central Station, and so on.
• Entry tickets to Madame Tussauds
• Amsterdam Canal cruise

Madame Tussauds

• This experience is wheelchair/pram/stroller accessible.
• The entire visit takes about an hour so plan accordingly.
• Guide dogs are allowed.
• Be respectful of the statues and avoid causing any sort of damage.
• Please check their website for timings related to the different exhibits before your visit.

1-hour Canal Cruise

• Tip: Listen to the audio guide carefully to not miss out on any important information about the landmarks that you pass.
• Be careful when boarding and disembarking the boat, particularly if you have mobility concerns.

Combo (Save 7%): Heineken Experience + Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour Tickets

• Score a combo ticket to the Heineken Experience and Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour, exploring Amsterdam's beer heritage and football passion.
• Learn how Heineken brews its iconic beer and perfect your pouring technique with 2 complimentary drinks at the Heineken Experience.
• Get the inside scoop on Heineken's history and brewing process with a live presentation and a multilingual audio guide.
• Access the Ajax dressing room, pitch, and more usually off-limits areas on the Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour.
• Explore the Johan Cruijff ArenA with an audio guide, unlocking secrets and feeling the atmosphere where legends were made.

Heineken Experience

• Heineken Experience tour
• Entry to the first built Heineken brewery
• Live presentation in English
• Audio guide in Dutch, German, French, Italian, Spanish and Portuguese
• 2 perfectly chilled Heineken beers
• Self-guided tour of Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour
• Entry to the Johan Cruijff ArenA Stadium
• Entry to Ajax dressing room
• Entry to dressing room opponent
• Entry to the mixed zone
• Access to players' tunnel
• Entry to the pitch
• Entry to the manager's dug-out
• Entry to the press room
• Entry to Ajax Gallery of Fame
• Audio guide in Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, and Spanish
• Tip: After savoring your complimentary Heinekens, head to De Pizzakamer, located just a few blocks away on Tweede Jan Stienstraat for fresh pizzas.
• Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 18 years.
• Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
• This experience is wheelchair accessible. As it is a historic building, it is recommended to visit on weekdays with fewer crowds for easier mobility.
• Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
• Tip: If you have extra time, take a stroll through the nearby Amsterdam Arena Park for scenic views of the stadium's exterior.
• This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Access to the Ajax dressing room may be restricted on days when the team has a home or away match.
• The route can change due to operational reasons.

From Amsterdam: Keukenhof Gardens & Zaanse Schans Windmills Guided Tour

• Cherish a peaceful and serene escapade to the Dutch countryside on this day trip that includes both Keukenhof Gardens and Zaanse Schans.
• Take a step back to the 18th and 19th centuries at quaint Zaanse Schans, and enjoy the unique beauty of the famous wooden windmills.
• Get the authentic Dutch experience as you learn how cheese and wooden clogs are made, and explore a traditional Marker home from the 1940s.
• Upgrade to explore the charming fishing villages of Volendam and Marken.
• Ensure your day is spent in utmost comfort and convenience with roundtrip bus transfers and an optional guide.
• Entry to the Keukenhof Gardens
• Self-guided tour of Keukenhof & Zaanse Schans
• Roundtrip transfers via AC coach from Amsterdam
• Live commentary on board
• Witness wooden shoe-making
• Cheese tasting
• English/German/Spanish-speaking guide (optional)
• Tour of Volendam and Marken (optional)
• Tip: Don't miss the pavilions in the Keukenhof Gardens featuring different types of flowers, information about flower growing, and the history of tulips.
• Free entry for children under the age of 3.
• Child tickets must be booked for kids aged 4-13.

Anne Frank Story and World War II Walking Tour

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
• Immerse yourself in the tragic history of the Jewish community during WWII through the eyes of Anne Frank on this multilingual guided tour.
• Follow your expert guide as they take you through Nazi-occupied Holland, journeying from the Jewish Quarter to Anne Frank’s House.
• Trace Anne Frank's footsteps and uncover her life before the annex, exploring the sites she frequented and the home where she spent her formative years.
• Discover powerful tales of the Dutch resistance as they transformed Amsterdam into ‘mokum’, or a 'safe-haven' for Jewish families during the war.
• Visit the Auschwitz Monument and Jewish Historical Museum during this 1.5/2-hr tour and encounter the painful reminders of the horrific war crimes.
• 1.5/2-hr walking tour
• Expert English, French, German, or Spanish-speaking tour guide
• Local city tax
• Small tour group of max. 12 people (optional)
• Map with Jewish Quarter highlights & walking routes (optional)
• Entry into the Anne Frank House
• Entrance ticket to the Jewish Historical Museum and the Portuguese Synagogue
• Tip: Read Anne Frank's diary before taking the tour for more context.
• This ticket does not include entry into the Anne Frank House.
• Wear comfortable footwear as this tour involves a fair amount of walking.

Combo (Save 15%): Anne Frank Walking Tour + Amsterdam Canal Cruise Tickets

• Make the most of your Amsterdam trip with this cost-effective combo that combines a 1.5-hour Anne Frank walking tour with a serene 1-hour canal cruise.
• Experience the dark history surrounding World War II from the perspective of Anne Frank on this small-group, exclusive tour that includes less than 12 people.
• Explore the places that were important to Anne and frequently visited by her during her childhood, some of them even mentioned in her diary, along with your guide.
• Sail through Amsterdam’s historic canals, with a GPS audio guide in 19 languages, and appreciate the serene beauty of the 'Venice of the North'.
• Relax during the 1-hour cruise and enjoy the sights of famous attractions like Anne Frank's house and the Skinny Bridge, from the comfort of your seats.

Anne Frank Walking Tour

• 1.5-hr walking tour
• English/French/German-speaking guide
• Small tour group (12 guests or less)

Amsterdam Canal Cruise

• 1-hr Amsterdam canal cruise
• GPS audio guide in 19 languages - Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Polish, Portuguese, Russian
• Complimentary headsets
• Food and drinks
• Transportation
• Tip: This is a 1.5-hour walking tour so ensure that you're carrying a water bottle and wearing comfortable shoes.
• This tour does not include entry to the Anne Frank House.
• Most of this tour is wheelchair-accessible.
• Tip: Keep your eyes peeled for the quaint canal houses on the Herengracht.
• Pets are not allowed.
• This tour is not wheelchair-accessible.

Small Group Rijksmuseum Guided Tour

• Wander through the halls of the Rijksmuseum and discover extraordinary works of art from the Dutch Golden Age!
• With your skip-the-line access, walk past the long ticket queues and right into the attraction.
• Enjoy an intimate experience in a small group of like-minded art lovers.
• Admire the vast collections of artwork, pottery, paintings and art history books housed here.
• Vermeer's The Milkmaid , Van Gogh's Self-portrait and Rembrandt's The Night Watch are sure to catch your eye.
• Listen carefully to your expert guide, who will bring you up to date on all the stories behind these beautiful works of art.
• Choose from English, Spanish, German, Italian and French tours.
• Skip-the-line admission to the Rijksmuseum
• Expert guide
• 2-hour guided tour of the museum
• Local taxes
• Entry to Vermeer Exhibition
• Special exhibitions, including "All the Rembrandts"

Combo (Save 17%): Johan Cruijff ArenA + Amsterdam Canal Sightseeing Cruise Tickets

• Experience the best of Amsterdam with this cost-effective combo, offering exclusive access to the Johan Cruijff ArenA and a scenic canal cruise.
• Feel the excitement of football history as you tour Johan Cruijff ArenA, visiting the Ajax Dressing Room and experiencing the thrill of the Players Tunnel.
• Uncover the vibrant history of the iconic Ajax Club with access to the Press Room and the Ajax Gallery of Fame.
• Immerse yourself in Dutch culture and architecture with a relaxing canal cruise, offering stunning views of Amsterdam's iconic landmarks.
• Cruise past the Anne Frank House Museum, Skinny Bridge and more, with multilingual audio commentary on board.

Johan Cruijff ArenA

• Guide (optional)
• Access to other exclusive areas (optional)
• Exclusive Johan Cruijff ArenA scarf (optional)
• A cold drink in the Skybox (optional)

Canal Cruise

• Audio guide in Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Polish, Portuguese & Russian
• Tip: Go to the FEBO restaurant with your 10% discount and try Dutch snacks like kroketten and frikandellen.
• During away games of Ajax, the dressing room of Ajax could be unavailable. Bags of A4 size (30 cm x 21 cm x 10 cm) or smaller are allowed into the stadium after a security check.
• Tip: Look out for houseboats along the canal, they are a unique feature of Amsterdam's waterways.
• The experience is not wheelchair accessible.

Amsterdam: Public transport tickets & Passes Overview, current prices (2024)

Whether you are looking for a single ticket, a day pass or an Amsterdam Travel Card, here you will find all the information you need. In this guide we present the most important tickets for visitors. So you can easily find the right ticket for your stay in Amsterdam.

Important information about buying tickets:

• You cannot buy tickets on buses and trams from the driver.
• Many of the tickets are available online and can be purchased before your trip. You will find more information below.
• Almost all public transport in Amsterdam is organized under the tariff system of the municipal transport company GVB “Gemeente Vervoer Bedrijf”. This makes it much easier for passengers, as a day ticket is valid on the metro, trams and GVB buses.

#1 Single rides with the OV chip card / “e-purse” or OVpay

If you are staying in amsterdam for a longer period of time but do not want to use public transport very often.

A charger for the OV-chip card – credit card fees may apply (image: travelguide.amsterdam)

The OV card / e-purse system is not that simple, especially if you don’t visit the Netherlands often.

How does the OV card / e-purse work?

The OV card works like a prepaid cellphone card. You can load the card with a certain amount of money at a machine and then use it up.

For a single ride, you will pay a fixed base price plus a set amount per kilometer driven. Thus, you are paying for the distance traveled. The distance is measured exactly every 50 metres and charged accordingly. There is no such thing as a classic one-way ticket , which costs a certain amount regardless of the distance travelled (flat rate). The OV chip card / e-purse can be used in trams, buses, as well as the Metro.

• Every passenger over the age of 4 must have a chip card.
• The card must be topped up with at least €4 before each journey to ensure that there are sufficient funds to cover the fare.

E-purse – prices

A rechargeable and anonymous chip card, without personalisation with a passport-type photo, costs €7.50 (without adding credit). There is a €2.50 service charge for withdrawing any remaining balance.

Standard fare: base price: €1.08 per trip plus 19.6 cents per kilometer traveled

Children (4–11 years) get a discounted fare: base price: 71 cents per trip plus 12.9 cents per kilometer traveled

Another payment system was introduced in 2023: OVpay. You can pay for a single journey on local public transport directly with your credit or debit card. All you have to do is present your payment card to a scanner when boarding and alighting. The fare will be automatically debited from your account.

Paying with OVpay – important information:

• You must always check in and out with the sa me bank card. Otherwise, the billing system will not be able to determine the correct fare.
• For single journeys, you will need a separate payment card for each passenger.
• In addition to the fares, credit card or exchange rate fees may also apply.
• A journey with an age discount (e.g. children’s fare) is not yet possible with OVpay.
• Don’t forget to check out with your payment card when you get off the bus. The fare depends on the distance traveled. If you do not check out, you will be charged an incorrect, usually higher fare.
• There is no daily limit, as there is in London. This means that you can pay significantly more per day with OVpay than with a day ticket (see below).

#2 GVB single day ticket or multi-day-ticket: Easy & affordable – ideal for visitors & tourists – optional Airport Express bus

Cheap & easy: the single-day-ticket with a validity of 1 – 7 days. Buy online and save time and stress in Amsterdam.

GVB single and multi-day tickets are popular with visitors to Amsterdam. They are easy to use and affordable.

What does this ticket offer?

• This ticket gives you unlimited travel on all GVB trams, city buses and the metro (day and night) throughout Amsterdam and you don’t have to keep an eye on your balance like you do with the e-purse.
• It is flexible in terms of time. Tickets are available for a single day and for up to 7 days , from 24 to 168 hours. The clock starts ticking at the time of first use.
• There is a day ticket, especially for children aged 4 to 11. The kids’ ticket is only valid for a single day. You can purchase more than one child’s day ticket if required.
• You can buy the ticket online before your trip (no surcharge – click here) .
• This ticket is not valid for other regional bus companies, such as Connexxion or EBS, or in trains of the Dutch railway company NS

GVB Day Ticket + Airport Transfer Schiphol Airport ↔ City Centre

→ You can find more information about the Amsterdam Travel Ticket here

→ More information about the various options for airport transfers, including travel times and prices

Current prices for GVB day and multiple-day tickets

Prices are at the lower end for a European city. The longer the validity, the lower the price per day.

Fares (2024) :

Children’s ticket (4–11 years) for 1 day / 24h: €4.50 – multiple tickets can be purchased for longer stays.

Standard fare:

1 day / 24h: €9 2 days / 48h: €15 3 days / 72h: €21 4 days / 96h: €26.50 5 days / 120h: €33 6 days / 144h: €37.50 7 days / 168h: €41 (€5.85 per day)

Our tip: buy online to save time and stress You can buy your ticket online before your trip via the English-language website of the authorised GVB ticket seller without having to pay a surcharge (click here) . This will save you stress later, as you won’t have to deal with the fare system and ticket machines after your flight. If you are travelling via Schiphol Airport, you can also buy the Amsterdam Travel Ticket online (day ticket for local transport + airport transfer by express bus or train).

GVB Ticket Child

Children aged 0-3 travel free on Amsterdam’s public transport. For children between 4 and 11 years of age, the GVB children’s day ticket is available at a reduced price.

Children aged 0–3 years can use public transport in Amsterdam free of charge. There is a reduced day ticket for children between the ages of 4 and 11. It currently (2024) costs €4.50. There is no multi-day pass for children.

If you need a children’s ticket for several days, the easiest way is to buy several one-day children’s tickets. You can buy GVB children’s day tickets online together with adult tickets.

Where is the GVB day ticket valid?

The GVB day ticket is valid on the entire GVB tram, underground and bus network.

→ Map / city map Amsterdam: GVB day ticket coverage

If your destination or accommodation is outside the validity area, you might be interested in the Amsterdam Region Travel Ticket (see below). This ticket is valid for the entire region around Amsterdam.

# 3 Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket: Trips around Amsterdam + airport transfer included

The Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket entitles you to:

• Unlimited use of all GVB streetcars, city buses, metro (day and night) and ferries . This allows you to travel within the city of Amsterdam in the same way as the GVB Day Ticket (see above).
• In addition, you can also use the buses of the Connexxion and EBS companies . These bus companies serve destinations outside the Amsterdam city area. The GVB day ticket (see above) is not valid on these buses. This also includes the Airport Express Bus 397 (shuttle bus to the airport) .
• Trains  in the Amsterdam region with the national railroad company NS are included.

You can buy this ticket before your trip via the GVB authorized ticket portal (click here) . This will save you time and stress during your stay in Amsterdam.

Current prices for the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket (2024)

With the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket you can travel in a much larger area than with a GVB day pass. Therefore the price is higher.

Current prices for the “Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket” Valid for 1 day: €21 Valid for 2 days: €31.50 Valid for 3 days: €40.50

The validity period is different from the GVB day ticket. The “Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket” is valid from the first check-in until 04.00 a.m. after the last valid day (depending on whether you have the 1, 2 or 3 day version). The day starts at midnight.

For example: If you use a 2-day ticket for the first time from midnight on Wednesday, then your ticket will be valid until 04:00 on Friday morning.

Where is the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket valid?

Here is a map showing the area covered by the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket.

→ Map / Plan: Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket

#4 Amsterdam Travel Ticket (ATT)

Day ticket + transfer by train or bus to schiphol airport.

The “Amsterdam Travel Ticket” – day ticket for public transport + airport transfer – online booking saves time and avoids stress

The Amsterdam Travel Ticket (ATT) is an extension of the GVB single day or multi-day-ticket described above. It can be considered an extension because with this ticket you also have the option of using the following unlimited times for your transfer to and from Schiphol airport :

• Unlimited 2nd class rail travel between train station “Schiphol Amsterdam” Airport and any train station in Amsterdam (Amstel, Bijlmer Arena, Amsterdam Centraal Station , Holendrecht, Lelylaan, Muiderpoort, RAI, Sciencepark, Sloterdijk, Zuid and Duivendrecht)
• The Amsterdam Airport Express (bus 397) operated by Connexxion and the Niteliner (bus N97).

This ticket also entitles you to unlimited travel on all GVB trams, (night) buses, metro and ferries in the whole of Amsterdam. However, its validity is regulated differently. The “Amsterdam Travel Ticket” is valid from the first check-in until 4 AM following the last valid day (depending on whether you have booked the 1, 2 or 3 day option). The day starts at midnight. For example: if you start using a 2-day ticket at midnight on Wednesday, then it will be valid until 4 AM on Friday.

Please note: This ticket is not valid on buses that are operated by other transport companies such as EBS and Arriva or on any bus other than the Amsterdam Express (bus 397) and the Niteliner (bus N97) operated by Connexxion.

Our tip: buy online and save time and stress abroad

You can buy the “Amsterdam Travel Ticket” via this English-language website This will save you stress on arrival. You won’t have to deal with ticket machines after your flight.

Current pricing for the “Amsterdam Travel Ticket”

Prices are higher than a simple day ticket as it includes your airport transfer. A return trip from the airport to the city centre on the Airport Express Bus 397 currently costs €11.75. Taking this into account, the Amsterdam Travel Ticket is affordable.

 Current fares for the “Amsterdam Travel Ticket”

Validity 1 day:   18 Euro Validity 2 days: 24 Euro Validity 3 days: 30 Euro

Tickets with longer validity are not currently available.

→   Overview: Transfer Schiphol Airport ↔ Amsterdam city centre – all transport options (bus, train, taxi,…) incl. journey times and current prices.

#5 “I Amsterdam” card: Day ticket + discount card for sightseeing

Day ticket for public transport + free / reduced entry to attractions.

The I Amsterdam card is the official sightseeing pass for the city of Amsterdam. It is designed to help visitors navigate the maze of public transport fares and entrance tickets. The name is derived from the play on words “I am Amsterdam”. If you are also planning to visit the attractions and famous sights of the city, then the ‘I Amsterdam’ card may be of interest to you. It is a combination of day passes for public transport and discounted admission to tourist attractions.

The “I Amsterdam” card is a combination ticket and offers the following benefits:

“I Amsterdam” – just one ticket for public transport + free admission to attractions

Tip: Buy the ‘I Amsterdam’ card, GVB day ticket or entrance ticket online without paying a surcharge.

Insider tip: you can purchase the “I Amsterdam” card via this English-language website before your trip. This will save you the hassle and possibly even the credit card fees that you might incur if you pay on arrival.

Pricing for the “I Amsterdam” card (as of 2024)

1 day – 24 hours: €60 2 days – 48 hours: €85 (€42.50 per day) 3 days – 72 hours: €100 (€33.33 per day) 4 days – 96 hours: €115 (€28.75 per day) 5 days – 120 hours: €125 (€25 per day)

#6 Overview: Day tickets in Amsterdam

#7 group tickets for travel groups or school trips.

In addition, these tickets can be purchased online at no extra cost via this English language website .  There is no need to handle a large sum of money at a local ticket machine while your group waits impatiently. You will receive a receipt for your online purchase, which makes accounting for a group much easier.

#8 GVB 1 hour ticket

With the GVB 1 hour ticket, you can use all GVB lines within one hour. The ticket is unfortunately not available online. Current price 2024: €3.40 for adults

#9 FAQ 2024

Local transport Amsterdam: How much does a day ticket cost 2024?

The prices for the day ticket are very reasonable for a European metropolis. With a longer period of validity, the price per day decreases significantly.

Regular fare 2024: 1 day / 24 hours: 9 € 2 days / 48 hours: 15 € 3 days / 72 hours: 21 € 4 days / 96 hours: 26,50 € 5 days / 120 hours: 33 € 6 days / 144 hours: 37,50 € 7 days / 168 hours: 41 € (5,85 € per day)

More information about other tickets, online tickets, tickets for children … in our travel guide

Which public transport ticket is best for Amsterdam tourists?

The day or multi-day ticket of the city’s public transport company GVB is very popular with visitors to Amsterdam. With this ticket, you can easily use local transport (metro, bus, tram) in the Amsterdam city area . It is very cheap compared to other European metropolises. More information about other tickets, online tickets, tickets for children … in our travel guide

How much does a single ticket cost for public transport in Amsterdam?

There is no classic single ticket for Amsterdam public transport. Single journeys can be paid for with the “OV / E- Purse card”. It works in a similar way to a prepaid mobile phone card. You can load an amount of money onto this card at a machine. You can then use this credit to pay for local transport. A reloadable, anonymous e-purse card (without passport photo) costs 7.50 euros (without credit).  It is easier to use local transport with a day or multi-day ticket.

Where can I buy local transport tickets in Amsterdam?

You can buy local transport tickets in Amsterdam at vending machines or sales points of the local transport company GVB. You can also buy many tickets online. This saves time and stress in Amsterdam. You can find more information and our tips on buying tickets in our Amsterdam travel guide.

Is the GVB Day Ticket Amsterdam valid on the Schiphol Airport Express Bus 397?

The regular GVB day pass does not include the airport transfer by express bus or train. However, you can buy a combined ticket consisting of a day ticket for public transport + airport transfer (express bus or train). This combined ticket is called the “ Amsterdam Travel Ticket ”.

Is an airport transfer included with the Amsterdam Travel Ticket?

With the “Amsterdam Travel Ticket” you can use the following unlimited transfer options to and from Schiphol Airport :

• Train travel in 2nd class on NS trains between Schiphol Amsterdam station and any station in Amsterdam (Amstel, Bijlmer Arena, Amsterdam Centraal Central Station, Holendrecht, Lelylaan, Muiderpoort, RAI, Science Park, Sloterdijk, Zuid and Duivendrech)
• Amsterdam Airport Express (Bus 397) and Niteliner (Bus N97)

I was a tourist in Amsterdam and lived in the DAM square area from 28th September 2019 to 1st October 2019. I request you to please issue a 12 hour ticket for 4.0 Euro. The 24 hour ticket which I bought for 8 Euro becomes a bit redundant since trams are not there in the late hours up to early morning. We usually party till about 2 am and then the walk back from Bull Dog Palace at Leidseplein Square to Dam Square becomes arduous and dangerous since we are not in our senses. I used line 2, 14, 24 and 26 extensively during our stay there.

good information

Liebes Amsterdam Travel Guide Team,

erstmal Kompliment! Sehr gute Seite mit hilfreichen und übersichtlichen Informationen.

Wo finde ich eine Liste aller Teilnehmer wie Geschäfte, Kultureinrichtungen und Restaurants usw. die den 25% Rabatt durch die I Amsterdam Karte geben? Gibt es eventuell eine App oder ähnliches um auch die Standorte auf einer Karte zu sehen und eine gute Reise Route finden zu können? Falls nicht, wie kann ich Teilnehmer herausfinden? Oder muss ich in jedem Laden vor Ort einzeln nachfragen?

Vielen Dank im voraus! 🌷

Hallo Egga, vielen Dank für Dein Kompliment. Das ist eine tolle Motivation, weiter an unserem Reiseführer zu arbeiten.

Es gibt eine App “I amsterdam city card” für Apple und Android Geräte. Diese kann man nach dem Kauf herunterladen und sieht dann alle teilnehmenden Geschäfte / Restaurants.

Viel Spaß in Amsterdam!

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