VR History Cruise + Rijksmuseum

This premium combination unites two of Amsterdam’s most immersive history experiences. The VR Amsterdam History Cruise takes you through 500 years of the city’s past using virtual reality technology while cruising the actual canals, and the Rijksmuseum lets you stand face-to-face with the masterpieces that captured the Golden Age on canvas.

The 75-minute VR cruise departs from the Rijksmuseum pier, making it incredibly easy to transition between the two experiences. On the water, you alternate between VR recreations of historic Amsterdam and the real present-day canal views, creating a unique time-travel experience. A live narrator synchronizes the VR content with your actual location on the water.

At the Rijksmuseum, your skip-the-line ticket gives you direct access to 800 years of Dutch art and history. After seeing the Golden Age recreated in VR, standing in front of Rembrandt’s Night Watch takes on a whole new dimension. You have context that most visitors lack — you have virtually walked the streets that these artists painted.

This combination is particularly popular with history enthusiasts, families with teenagers, and visitors who want to go deeper than surface-level sightseeing. It represents exceptional value, saving €5 compared to separate tickets.

Allow a full half-day for both experiences. We recommend the VR cruise in the morning and the museum in the afternoon.