In a nutshell
- The Explorer Pass is one of four Amsterdam city passes. You can use the pass for two to seven attractions. Depending on the number of attractions, the pass will cost you between 69 and 149 euros.
- You can buy the Amsterdam Explorer Pass online and then have it with you digitally on your smartphone.
- In most cases, the Amsterdam Explorer Pass is only financially worthwhile if you choose very expensive attractions.
- For most travelers, the I Amsterdam City Card or the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass is a better choice.
Is the Amsterdam Explorer Pass Worth it?
The Amsterdam Explorer Pass from Go City is one of three city passes in Amsterdam. In our comparison of Amsterdam passes, the Explorer Pass is by far the worst with 45 out of 100 points. Nevertheless, there are some constellations in which the Explorer Pass can be the best choice.
You don’t buy the Amsterdam Explorer Pass for a specific number of days. Instead, you choose how many attractions you want to visit with the pass and can choose between 3 and 7 attractions. Once you have visited the first attraction, you have 60 days to visit the others. This makes the pass very flexible
However, it is only worthwhile financially in very few cases, e.g. if you want to use it to book one of the expensive day trips from Amsterdam or only attractions that cost well over 22 euros without a pass.
If this is the case for you, the Amsterdam Explorer Pass may be a good choice for you. In most other cases, however, the I Amsterdam City Card or the Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass is the better choice.
Buy the Amsterdam Explorer Pass online
Costs for the Amsterdam Explorer Pass
| Adults | Children (3-12 Years) | Prices per Attraction | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Attractions | €69 | €44 | €23.00 (€14.66 reduced) |
| 4 Attractions | €89 | €54 | €22.25 (€13.50 reduced) |
| 5 Attractions | €104 | €64 | €20.80 (€12.80 reduced) |
| 6 Attractions | €114 | €69 | €19.00 (€11.50 reduced) |
| 7 Attractions | €149 | €84 | €21.29 (€12.00 reduced) |
The Explorer Pass with 6 attractions is most worthwhile, as you only pay 19 euros per attraction.
Strangely enough, the price per attraction increases again if you opt for 7 attractions.
Our tip: Sometimes there are discount promotions. Then you can get the Explorer Pass for 10% less. If this is the case, the pass is much more worthwhile.
What Do You Get With the Amsterdam Explorer Pass?
Overview of all included attractions:
| Attractions | Normal Price |
|---|---|
| Highlights | |
| Canal Cruises (2 Provider) | €22.50 |
| A'dam Lookout | €18.50 |
| Rijksmuseum | €18.00 |
| Stedelijk Museum | €22.50 |
| Rembrandthuis | €19.50 |
| Moco Museum | €21.95 |
| Traffic | |
| Bicycle rental for 1 day | €16.95 |
| Ferry to Muiderslot Castle | €13.50 |
| Classic Sights | |
| Nieuwe Kerk | €10.00 |
| Museums | |
| Maritime Museun | €18.50 |
| H'ART Museum (Eremtiage) | €22.50 |
| Jewish Museum + Portuguese Synagogue | €20.00 |
| Diamond Museum | €12.50 |
| Houseboat Museum | €9.50 |
| Specials | |
| This is Holland (5D-Experience) | €26.50 |
| Boom Chicago Comedy Show | €27.50 |
| Heineken Experience | €23.00 |
| Madame Tussauds | €23.50 |
| Amsterdam Dungeon | €23.50 |
| Amaze Amsterdam | €26.95 |
| House of Bols Cocktail Experience | €19.50 |
| Our House Electronic Music Experience | €19.95 |
| Wondr Experience | €25.95 |
| Craft Beer Tastin | €25.00 |
| Rollerdreams Roller Disco | €19.50 |
| Royal Experience Diamond Tour | €22.50 |
| Rembrandt Experience | €14.50 |
| Pedal boat ride | €33.50 |
| Tours and City Tours | |
| Selfguided Food Tour | €12.50 |
| Bus Ride to Edam, Volendam and Zaanse Schans | €47.50 |
| 2-hours City Tour | €25.00 |
| Brothel Tour: Tour de Bonton | €21.00 |
| Bus Ride to Rotterdam, Delf and Den Haag | €62.50 |
| Anne Frank Tour | €34.50 |
| Food Tour through Jordaan | €35.00 |
| Attractions outside of Amsterdam | |
| Castle Muiderslot | €17.50 |
| Boat Ride on the Gouwzee | €21.00 |
| Madurodam - Miniature Holland | €22.50 |
Our Rating For the Amsterdam Explorer Pass
How do we rate?
In our Citypass ratings, each pass can score 100 points, which are broken down as follows:
- Attractions: 30 points
- Means of transportation: 20 points
- Handling: 20 points
- Value for money: 30 points
Our Rating: Included Attractions
- The Explorer Pass includes most of the major attractions in Amsterdam.
- With more than 40 attractions, the choice is very wide.
- There are also some higher-priced attractions included, so the pass can pay for itself.
- The Van Gogh Museum and the Anne Frank House are not included, but neither in other passes.
- There are relatively few museums in Amsterdam included.
Our rating: 25 out of 30 points
Our Rating: Included Means of Transport
- You can hire a bike for a day with the Explorer Pass, but it’s cheaper without it.
- Neither public transport in Amsterdam nor the hop-on hop-off bus in Amsterdam are included in the Explorer Pass.
Our rating: 0 out of 20 points
Our Rating: Handling
- The Explorer Pass is digital and very easy to use via the app.
- If you don’t want to use the pass on your smartphone, you can also print it out.
- Redeeming the pass at the individual attractions works flawlessly, as do reservations via the app.
- As the pass is not tied to a specific number of days, you are very flexible for longer trips.
Our rating: 20 out of 20 points
Our Rating: Value for Money
- If you are only interested in expensive attractions, you can save a lot with the pass. The pass is really useful for attractions that cost more than 22 euros without the pass.
- Overall, the savings potential is relatively low compared to the other City Passes.
- With around a third of the attractions included, you actually lose out financially with the Explorer Pass.
Our rating: 10 out of 30 points
Our Verdict
In a comparison of all passes, the Explorer Pass is by far the worst performer. The Amsterdam All-Inclusive Pass, which is also issued by Go City, is significantly better. The I Amsterdam City Card scored even higher.
Do we completely advise against buying the Amsterdam Explorer Pass? No. There are a few situations in which the Explorer Pass may still be the best choice for you.
In these cases, the Amsterdam Explorer Pass is worthwhile:
- If you’re interested in one of the day trips from Amsterdam, you can save really big with the Explorer Pass. The bus trip to Edam, Volendam and Zaanse Schans costs 47.50 euros without the pass, while the trip to Rotterdam, Delf and The Hague costs as much as 62.50 euros.
- If you only want to do expensive attractions such as This is Holland, Wondr Experience or a pedal boat trip, you can save a lot with the Explorer Pass.
Buy the Amsterdam Explorer Pass online
FAQ about the Amsterdam Explorer Pass
Can you visit the attractions multiple times?
No, each attraction can only be visited once.
How long is the Explorer Pass valid?
Your Explorer Pass will be activated upon first use. You then have 60 days to visit the other attractions.
Is the Amsterdam Explorer Pass cheaper locally?
No, Go City’s Explorer Pass is always cheapest online.
Can you also use public transport with the Amsterdam Explorer Pass?
Public transport is not included in the Amsterdam Explorer Pass.
You can find all information about public transport in Amsterdam in our article about local transport in Amsterdam.
Your questions and experiences with the Amsterdam Explorer Pass
Do you have any questions about the Amsterdam Explorer Pass? Or perhaps you have already used the Amsterdam Explorer Pass yourself and can tell us about your experiences? Then we’d love to hear your comments!