Top 10 Most Popular Amsterdam Tours & Attractions in 2025/2026

Planning a trip to Amsterdam in 2025/2026? You’re in for a treat. From picture-perfect canal cruises and thought-provoking historical tours to countryside escapes packed with windmills, cheese, and charm, this city has something for every kind of traveller. Whether you’re visiting for a long weekend or ticking off a European bucket list, Amsterdam is packed with unforgettable experiences.

To help you make the most of your time, we’ve rounded up the top 10 most popular tours and attractions in Amsterdam right now, based on real traveller reviews and what’s trending on GoTicketless. These handpicked highlights promise a perfect mix of culture, history, fun, and that iconic Dutch flair. Ready to dive in? Let’s explore Amsterdam like never before.

1. Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks & Cheese
   Glide through UNESCO-listed canals in a covered wooden saloon boat, with onboard commentary and Dutch cheese, plus unlimited beer, wine, and soft drinks. Popular with over 30,000 reviews and a 4.9 rating

2. Luxury Canal Cruise with Unlimited Drinks & Bites
   Experience Amsterdam’s waterways in an elegant electric boat, featuring cocktails and snacks, heated seating or open-air options depending on the season, also rated 4.9 across >30K reviews

3. All-Inclusive 90‑Minute Canal Cruise by Captain Jack
   A lively family-friendly cruise offering fun commentary, drinks, and snacks as you pass iconic sights like the Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum

4. Anne Frank’s Story, Guided Walking Tour through the Jewish Quarter
   Walk through Amsterdam’s wartime history: see the Jewish Historical Museum, Portuguese Synagogue, Auschwitz Monument, and end outside the Anne Frank House (entry not included)

5. Absolutely Amsterdam,  Essential Introductory Walking Tour
   A 2.5‑hour small-group stroll through Dam Square, Royal Palace, Red Light District and the canals, only about US $5 and rated 4.9 by thousands of travelers

6. Amsterdam Highlights Small‑Group Walking Tour
   Cover city centre landmarks such as the Royal Palace, Nieuwmarkt, Red Light District, and watch the canal life unfold—all in a guided ~2.5‑hour experience (rated ~4.8)

7. Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam’s Highlights & Hidden Gems
   Explore the city like a local by bike with a small group (max ~11 people), visiting highlights and tucked-away spots beyond the tourist trail, rated 4.9 by ~3,500 guests

8. Amsterdam Canal Tour by Open Boat – 90‑Minute Small Group Experience
   Cruise past Magere Brug, Zuiderkerk, the Red Light District, with a live guide and intimate group size (~12 guests) for a relaxed but insightful experience

9. Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam & Marken
   A half‑day or full‑day excursion out of Amsterdam to see windmills, cheese‑making, traditional clog workshops, quaint towns, and optionally finish with a canal cruise back in the city

10. Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Day Tour (incl. boat ride)
    Visit car‑free Giethoorn and traditional Zaanse Schans in one combo tour, with scenic boat rides, visits to cheese and clog makers, and round‑trip transport from Amsterdam hotel areas

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Guide Prices For Amsterdam

Canal Cruises
Highlights: Canals, Anne Frank House, Rijksmuseum, Jordaan
Duration: Approximately 1 to 1.5 hours
Approx. Starting Price: £15–£20

Walking Tours
Highlights: Dam Square, Royal Palace, Red Light District, Jewish Quarter
Duration: Approximately 2 to 2.5 hours
Approx. Starting Price: £4–£28

Bike Tours
Highlights: Central Amsterdam plus hidden landmarks, local-style exploring
Duration: Approximately 3 hours
Approx. Starting Price: £32

Day Trips
Highlights: Zaanse Schans, windmills, Giethoorn, cheese-making villages
Duration: Approximately 3 to 9 hours
Approx. Starting Price: £30–£120

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• Tickets will become available to download from your Go Ticketless account dashboard upon your payment clearing.
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• Tickets are only valid for the stated attraction and for the purpose as stated on the description.

*Just £5 Deposit maybe available for select attractions where your selected start date is more than 14-days away from today. Full payment is required to clear before midnight 14-days prior to selected start date. If payment has not cleared by 29:59 local time by the cut-off date, the tickets will automatically be cancelled without prior notification.

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*If full payment has been made for an order that is valid for cancellation, an admin fee of £5 per person will be applied before any funds are returned. If you cancel an order that is valid for cancellation, and you have only paid the deposit, we’ll provide you with a £5 discount code to use against a future purchase.