Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass: Is the Go City Pass Worth It?

Is the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass Worth It?

In our Amsterdam City Pass Comparison we analyzed all city passes. The Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass from well-known provider Go City earns 73 out of 100 points in our rating. We’ll show you exactly how we arrived at that score further below.

In our comparison, the All-Inclusive Pass ranks 2nd, behind the I Amsterdam City Card.

That said, there are good reasons why the All-Inclusive Pass might still be the better choice for you:

• If you want to join guided tours in Amsterdam, the All-Inclusive Pass is the better option. The selection here is significantly better than with the Amsterdam City Card.
• If you’re less interested in museums and more interested in unique experiences, the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass has the edge. It includes attractions such as the Heineken Experience, Wondr Experience, and Madame Tussauds — all of which are relatively pricey and not included in the Amsterdam City Card.

Next, we’ll show you everything you need to know about the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass: costs, included attractions, and a sample calculation of how much you can save with the pass.

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Costs for the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass

The pricing model is refreshingly simple. The All-Inclusive Pass is available for 1, 2, 3, or 5 days.

Important to know: These are actual calendar days. For example, if you first use the pass on a Monday evening, it’s valid through Wednesday. Keep that in mind to get the most out of the pass.

What Do You Get with the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass?

Overview of all included attractions:

Our Rating for the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass

How do we rate?

In our city pass ratings, each pass can earn 100 points, broken down as follows:

• Attractions: 30 points
• Transportation: 20 points
• Ease of use: 20 points
• Value for money: 30 points

Included Attractions

• Almost all the major highlights in Amsterdam are included in the All-Inclusive Pass.
• Overall, the pass covers nearly 50 attractions, which is seriously impressive.
• The pass includes many unique activities in Amsterdam. They may not be on every classic sightseeing itinerary, but they’re a lot of fun — including the Heineken Experience and the Wondr Experience.
• The All-Inclusive Pass includes several full-day bus excursions, including trips to Rotterdam and Zaanse Schans. Perfect for anyone who wants to see more than just Amsterdam but doesn’t want to plan everything independently.
• Among the absolute must-sees, the Van Gogh Museum and the Anne Frank House are not included. Though to be fair, they’re not included in any other city pass either.
• There are relatively few museums included overall.

Our rating: 25 out of 30 points

Included Transportation

• With the All-Inclusive Pass, you can rent a bicycle for one day.
• If you want to visit Muiderslot Castle, the ferry ride is included.
• You cannot use Amsterdam’s public transit with the pass.
• An airport transfer from Amsterdam Schiphol is not included.

Our rating: 4 out of 20 points

Ease of Use

• The All-Inclusive Pass is completely digital. You receive it directly by email after purchase.
• Using the pass in the app is super convenient and easy.
• You can also print out the pass if you don’t have a smartphone with you.
• Using the pass at individual attractions works seamlessly, and reservations for select attractions can be made easily within the app.
• Unfortunately, the pass is valid only for full calendar days rather than a set number of hours. This makes planning a little less flexible.

Our rating: 18 out of 20 points

Value for Money

• The included offerings are excellent and varied.
• The pass is easy to use. Reservations are simple to make, and at many attractions you can just walk right in with your pass.
• Despite its relatively high price, the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass offers great savings potential if you use it wisely.

Our rating: 30 out of 30 points

Our Verdict

The Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass earns 77 out of 100 points in our test.

That’s a solid result. The main deduction comes down to one thing: there’s no public transit included, and no other transportation options either, such as the hop-on/hop-off bus in Amsterdam.

That pulls the score down significantly. But if you don’t plan on using public transit, the pass is an excellent choice. And honestly, getting around Amsterdam by bus and tram without a city pass is pretty easy and affordable anyway.

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Sample Calculation: 3 Days in Amsterdam

Many travelers spend an extended weekend in Amsterdam, so here’s a sample itinerary and cost breakdown for three days in the city.

Day 1: On the first day, you’ll hit some of Amsterdam’s classic highlights. Start with a canal cruise and explore the Red Light District. There, you’ll join the highly acclaimed brothel tour Tour de Bonton. In the evening, take a self-guided food tour through the Jordaan neighborhood.

Day 2: On the second day, rent a bike and head toward Amsterdam Noord. First, take in the views from the A’dam Lookout, then snap some great memories at the Wondr Experience. In the afternoon, return the bike and wrap up the day at the Heineken Experience.

Day 3: The third day is reserved for history and culture. Start with an Anne Frank walking tour, then head to the famous Rijksmuseum. Right nearby is the Moco Museum, which doesn’t take long to visit.

We’ve picked three activities per day from the Go City Amsterdam pass’s offerings that are very manageable within the time available. You can of course pack more into each day, but it might start to feel a bit rushed.

In the table below, we’ve broken down the costs for this itinerary with and without the All-Inclusive Pass:

With our sample itinerary, you can save a full 70 euros using the All-Inclusive Pass. That’s quite a lot. Even if you drop one to three attractions, you’ll still come out ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions about the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass