What is the Go City Amsterdam Pass?

For Amsterdam sightseeing, the Go City Amsterdam Pass is a digital attraction pass that bundles museums, cruises, and experiences across Amsterdam. Go City is a reliable global brand and a familiar comfort for plenty of new visitors to invest in. Its main appeal is simple: bundle multiple paid sights under one booking so you save more when sightseeing. Highlights across the lineup include the Rijksmuseum, Heineken Experience, A'DAM LOOKOUT, Madame Tussauds, Moco Museum, an Amsterdam Canal Cruise, and other offbeat experiences. Pick an Explorer Pass with which you can explore 3–7 attractions over 30 days or an All-Inclusive Pass for 1, 2, 3, or 5 consecutive days, depending on your preferred travel style.

Why should you buy the Go City Amsterdam Pass?

Go City’s scale adds reassurance

The Go City Amsterdam Pass comes from the world’s largest city-pass operator, signaling indsutry expertience and large-scale customer confidence.

You can pick a format that fits you

Choose a pick-your-own Explorer Pass, and visit the attractions on your bucket list, or an unlimited All-Inclusive Pass to see as many sights as possible. The Go City Amsterdam Pass can save up to 65% when you stack pricier museums, cruises, and tours.

Day trips built into one pass

Go City’s All-Inclusive tier is the only Amsterdam Pass offering 3 out-of-city tours (Keukenhof, Giethoorn, and Zaanse Schans) in addition to core museum visits.

Get the most value for your money

These passes work best for first-timers planning 2–4 paid stops daily, families with older kids, and solo planners who like mixing museums and cruises in one prebooked tour.

Save big with Amsterdam City Pass itineraries

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Go City Amsterdam Explorer Pass (Attraction-based)

On this Amsterdam city pass itinerary, the Go City Amsterdam Explorer Pass wins because you pay one fixed price for five attractions and get 30 days from first use to space them out. You also have 35+ options instead of a locked route, so you can pivot around weather or sold-out slots. App activation is quick, and reservation instructions sit in one place. It’s the better pick if you want savings without rushing from stop to stop.

Go City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass (Day-based)

At €79, the Go City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass starts paying off once you fit in around 4–5 of the pricier included attractions in a day. That’s its edge on an Amsterdam city pass itinerary: you are not capped at five visits, and the 45+ attraction pool includes bigger-ticket extras like the Heineken Experience and day trips. The app handles activation and booking prompts, making it the right buy for a packed sightseeing day.

Which Go City Amsterdam Pass is best for you?

If you want to see as much as possible in a few days: The Go City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass

Pass type: Day-based
Savings: Up to 65%

Pass overview:

  • The Go City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass is built for busy sightseeing days.
  • You get unlimited access to 45+ attractions over 1, 2, 3, or 5 days.
  • Some of the attractions you can visit are the Rijksmuseum, Heineken Experience, Madame Tussauds, Keukenhof, the Zaanse Schans Bus Excursion, and the Giethoorn Day Trip & Canal Tour.

Who will love this pass: If you're undecided, the Go City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass wins when you plan to pack in multiple attractions per day and want the flexibility of day trips.

  • First-time visitors on a packed 2–5 day trip.
  • Travelers mixing museums, cruises, and day trips in one grand tour.
  • Families who want one pass instead of multiple tickets.

Pass validity and usage:

  • Valid for 1, 2, 3, or 5 consecutive calendar days.
  • Activates at your first attraction scan. Each day ends at midnight.
  • Download the Go City app, sync your pass, reserve marked attractions, then scan at entry.
  • Non-activated passes are valid for 1 year from purchase.

Recommended ticket: Go City Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass

If you want to see a few top picks on a budget: The Go City Amsterdam Explorer Pass

Pass type: Attraction-based
Savings: Up to 60%

Pass overview:

  • The Go City Amsterdam Explorer Pass is the smarter buy if you only want to visit 3 to 7 attractions and would rather spread them out over a few days.
  • You can pick from 35+ experiences including Moco Museum, Stedelijk Museum, House of Bols, Madame Tussauds, Amsterdam Canal Cruise, Open Boat Cruise, This is Holland, WONDR Experience, and the Upside Down Amsterdam.

Who will love this pass: If you're undecided, the Go City Amsterdam Explorer Pass is better for slower trips, repeat visitors, and anyone who knows their must-sees.

  • Return visitors with a shortlist of attractions to visit.
  • Budget travelers who want a predictable expenditure.
  • Couples staying longer than a weekend to explore Amsterdam.

Pass validity and usage:

  • Choose 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 attractions, which you can visit over 30 days, from the time of your first use.
  • You can activate the pass by scanning it at your first attraction.
  • Use the Go City app to sync the pass, check reservations, and enter each venue.

Recommended ticket: Go City Amsterdam Explorer Pass

What does the Go City Amsterdam Pass include?

Museums & cultural experiences

  • Discover Dutch Golden Age masterpieces at the Rijksmuseum.
  • Wander through contemporary European art at Moco Museum.
  • Experience blockbuster exhibitions at H'ART Museum.
  • Explore naval history at the National Maritime Museum Amsterdam.
  • Uncover ornate pipes at the Amsterdam Pipe Museum.

Attractions & landmarks

  • Step inside the Heineken Experience.
  • Pose with pop stars and footballers at Madame Tussauds.
  • Explore the theatrics of the Amsterdam Dungeon.
  • Experience the quirky design of The Upside Down Amsterdam.

Cruises & water experiences

  • Glide on an Amsterdam Canal Cruise.
  • Drift on an Open Boat Cruise.
  • Enjoy a relaxed ride on a Bulldog Boat.
  • Take a scenic Giethoorn Day Trip & Canal Tour.

Guided tours & day trips

  • Experience the colorful splendour of Keukenhof.
  • Embark on a Zaanse Schans Bus Excursion.
  • Join The Life of Anne Frank & Neighbourhood Tour.
  • Take a Day Trip to the Cheese Markets.
  • Play Murder by Dam Square.

Immersive experiences & tastings

  • Enjoy the 5D simulations of water & wind at This is Holland.
  • Dive into the House of Bols experience.
  • Get lost in the WONDR Experience.
  • Savor local tastes during the Cheese Tasting Tour of Amsterdam.
  • Indulge in some well-deserved Dutch Craft Beer Tasting.

How to use a Go City Amsterdam Card

Step 1: Choose your City Card

Pick the pass that best fits your needs! Make sure you check the attractions covered and make a choice between day & attraction-based passes.

Step 2: Book your tickets

Purchase your City Card easily using PayPal, a credit/debit card, or iDEAL.

Step 3: Check your email

Receive your ticket instantly in your inbox. Be sure to check the spam and junk folders.

Step 4: Download the Go City app

Download the Go City app on your phone and follow the activation instructions.

Step 5: Start exploring!

Present your activated pass at attractions to gain entry and enjoy your sightseeing!

Frequently asked questions about the Go City Amsterdam Pass

Download the Go City app, sync your pass using the code in your confirmation email, and show the QR code at your first attraction. Activation happens on that first scan, not when you buy or download the pass.