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Moco Museum Amsterdam sits in the heart of the Museum District and presents a broad collection of modern, contemporary, digital and immersive art. You’ll encounter work from world‑famous artists such as Banksy, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Jean‑Michel Basquiat and Yayoi Kusama, among others. The displays span more than 100 bold artworks by over 35 visionary artists, including paintings, sculptures, large‑scale installations and immersive digital spaces. As you move through the galleries, you can explore each work’s visual and conceptual context. Along the way, the museum’s mix of formats—from traditional canvases to interactive installations—offers a varied experience of contemporary art. Every ticket includes a free audio guide in six languages, so you can listen to the stories behind the pieces and learn more about the artists and their practice.

During this leisurely tour, you’ll spend around 60 minutes cruising through the canals of Amsterdam, passing famous landmarks and getting a feel for life in the city. You’ll have a live guide on board to answer your questions and tell you interesting facts about the sights along your route. You’ll cruise into the neighborhood of Jordaan with its Prinsengracht canal and Magere Brug – or Skinny Bridge – down the Amstel River, under the famous seven bridges and around the Golden Bend before making your way back to the departure point. You’ll pass museums, squares, city parks and a wide array of iconic attractions, and you can have complimentary drinks and delicious Dutch cheese on board.

Enjoy a peaceful escape into the Dutch countryside on a day trip from Amsterdam. You’ll visit Zaanse Schans to see its iconic windmills, wooden houses and traditional workshops. In Edam you’ll stroll through the charming old town and pause at the town square that transports you back in time. Near the colourful fishing village of Volendam, you’ll stop at a family-run cheese farm for a live demonstration on how cheeses and clogs are made, including how the wooden shoes are crafted by hand. In Volendam you’ll have free time to explore the lively harbour and try local specialties such as fresh herring or crispy kibbeling. Your final countryside stop is Marken, a quiet, authentic village where Dutch heritage is well preserved. After returning to Amsterdam, you can choose to add an optional canal cruise to round off your day on the water.

On this 1.5-hour boat tour, you'll have the chance to take in remarkable views of Amsterdam in the evening and learn about the city's rich history. The on-board personal audio guide will allow you to discover popular places of interest in the city, such as well-known restaurants and nightclubs. You'll also hear about the city's legends and historical facts as the cruise takes you through the famous waterways of Amsterdam's Canal Belt.

At the ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, you'll get a chance to explore one of the oldest zoos in Europe. You can immerse yourself in its 19th-century architecture and design, as well as discover its aquarium and planetarium. You can spot a giraffe or a zebra, watch tropical fish swim by or let a butterfly rest on your fingers. At the planetarium, you can experience planets and stars within our solar system, without having to leave the city.

Join The Bulldog Boat Tour for a relaxed, smoke-friendly way to see Amsterdam from the water. Run by The Bulldog, the iconic brand behind the city’s first coffee shop, the cruise has a laid-back vibe and an English-speaking skipper who will guide you through Amsterdam’s canals. As you move through the waterways, you'll pass well known sites and drift along quieter routes that bigger cruises often miss, while the skipper shares stories about the city at a pace that lets you soak it in. Every ticket includes two complimentary drinks on board, with extra drinks available to purchase. Food is not sold on the boat, so you may want to bring your own snacks. The tour is welcoming to smokers, but cannabis is not sold on board — you can bring your own or pick something up at a Bulldog Coffee Shop nearby before you board.

With a ticket to A'DAM Lookout, you can gain a unique perspective on the Dutch capital from high in the sky. You'll ride a fast elevator to the viewing platform, from where you'll have panoramic views over the metropolis and the Dutch 'polder' countryside. You can spot sights like the historical city center, the port and the UNESCO-listed canals. You'll also have access to a complimentary audio tour to provide insights into Amsterdam's history and culture. After taking in the vista, you'll be able to head to the panoramic restaurant on the 20th floor for two complimentary drinks – coffee, tea, beer, wine or soft drinks.

Leave the busy streets behind and see Amsterdam from the canals that shaped the city. You’ll travel on an open boat with uninterrupted views as you glide under elegant bridges and past leaning merchant houses, colourful houseboats, historic towers and lively waterfronts. Digital audio commentary will accompany the cruise, so you can follow the city’s trading history and Golden Age architecture as you move through the canals. Along the way, look out for the Skinny Bridge, the Dancing Houses, Amsterdam Centraal Station and the Maritime Museum, each offering a different side of Amsterdam’s story and skyline. Choose the experience that suits your plans: a relaxed morning cruise as the city wakes, an afternoon departure for a livelier canal atmosphere, or upgrade to the Cocktail Cruise to enjoy speciality cocktails while taking in the view. After the cruise you’ll also receive a digital city guide with local stories, recommendations and hidden places to discover as you continue exploring.

At Fabrique des Lumières in Westerpark, Amsterdam, you'll enter a vast industrial space with 17-metre-high walls where music and cutting‑edge projection technology bring art to life. Large-scale images fill the room and move around you, creating immersive environments that change with each themed experience. The venue presents several distinct shows. Dutch Masters immerses you in the 17th-century golden age of painters such as Vermeer, Rembrandt and Van Gogh. Prehistoric Planet: Dinosaurs places you amid giant dinosaurs, towering volcanoes, deep oceans and dense jungles; the narration is in Dutch with English subtitles. Klimt, Gold in Motion surrounds you with Gustav Klimt’s iconic works, including The Kiss and Portrait of Adele Bloch‑Bauer I. Along the way you’ll see familiar masterpieces transformed by light and sound so the art feels immediate and cinematic.

This ticket will provide you with admission to Madame Tussauds Amsterdam – a wax museum in the Dutch capital. You'll be able to explore the museum's various themed rooms, where you'll have the chance to snap selfies next to waxworks of famous celebrities, sports stars and politicians. Some of the waxworks on show include Brad Pitt, David Beckham, Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Robbie Williams, Princess Beatrix and many more.

With FreeDam Tours you'll explore Amsterdam on a tip-based sightseeing and storytelling walk led by a super-local guide. As you move through the city, your guide will pair beautiful sightseeing with engaging stories, using pictures and maps to bring the places to life. The approach blends visual aids with personal insight so you get a clear overview of Amsterdam in a single tour. Along the way you will learn how freedom and tolerance have shaped the city and its people throughout the ages. The tour covers history, modern life, culture, art, fun facts and personal stories to give an insider’s perspective on everyday life in Amsterdam. It is designed to challenge preconceived ideas, and many guests say they never look at the city the same way afterwards. The tour is tip-based, so you can tip your guide directly for the experience you receive.

Glide through Amsterdam’s canals and take in sights of the Canal Belt as you pass iconic city architecture. Along the way you'll spot landmarks such as the Skinny Bridge and the Dancing Houses, enjoy the views and the treats that come with a relaxed canal cruise. Whether the boat is open or covered will depend on the weather, and the trip runs with small groups of up to 28 guests so the atmosphere stays intimate. Your local skipper will tell stories in English as you travel, and a free digital guide is available if you prefer to listen in German, Chinese, Spanish, Portuguese, Dutch, French, Italian or English. Unlimited drinks can be booked as an extra, so you may sit back and sip wine, beer or a soda while you look out over the city.

At Ripley's Believe It or Not! you'll get to discover one of the most remarkable collections of artifacts from around the world. Interesting items you'll get to see include art made of unusual materials, artifacts from ancient cultures, a Russian spacesuit and the mini-bible the crew of Apollo 14 took to space. Another exhibition will allow you to take photos with replicas of figures like the 'Lizard Man' – who underwent surgery to look like a lizard – and Robert Wadlow, a man known as the tallest person in history with a height of 8.9 feet.

Barbie: The Dream Experience invites you on an immersive journey through six decades of Barbie. In a 2,000 m² space, you'll move through 12 interactive zones that showcase the most iconic moments in Barbie history. Along the way you will encounter life-sized replicas of memorable Barbie toys and themed areas that highlight how the doll has evolved. As you explore the zones, you will see displays that reflect Barbie’s changing styles and inspirations. The experience brings together fans of all ages to celebrate over sixty-five years of style, inspiration and play, so you may find moments that spark nostalgia and new discoveries alike. The layout is designed for a personal, hands-on visit where you can take your time with each era and replica.

Visit Giethoorn, the fairytale village where canals replace roads and boats are the usual way to get around. Famous as the Venice of the Netherlands, the village is lined with thatched‑roof farmhouses and more than 180 picturesque bridges. As you move through the village, enjoy the calm atmosphere and the views that make every corner feel like a postcard. The experience includes luxury coach transport from Amsterdam and an included canal cruise with a local skipper, so you’ll see Giethoorn from the water as locals have done for generations. After the cruise, you’ll have free time to explore at your own pace: taste Dutch cheese included with the tour, relax by the canals, browse the village shops, or choose a waterside spot for lunch. This trip is offered by the official Giethoorn partner and was awarded Best Giethoorn Tour for 2024 and 2025.