What is the travel card for tourists in Amsterdam?

The Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket is an affordable public transport option. It gives you 1, 2 or 3 days of unlimited use of all tram, bus and metro lines of GVB, Connexxion, AllGo, R-net and EBS (including night lines) and NS in Amsterdam and the region.



The primary travel card for tourists in Amsterdam is the I amsterdam City Card, which offers a comprehensive package including unlimited use of GVB public transport (buses, trams, and metros), a canal cruise, and free or discounted admission to over 70 museums and attractions. For travelers who only need transportation without the museum entry, the GVB Day Ticket (available for 1 to 7 days) is the best choice for unlimited travel within the city limits. Another popular option is the Amsterdam & Region Travel Ticket, which is ideal for those planning day trips to nearby sites like Zaanse Schans (windmills), Keukenhof (tulips), or Haarlem, as it covers regional trains and buses as well. In 2026, many visitors also use OV-pay, which allows you to "tap in and out" using a contactless credit or debit card directly on all public transport, though this doesn't offer the "bundled" discounts of the tourist cards. For a typical sightseeing trip, the I amsterdam City Card remains the "gold standard" because it simplifies both transit and sightseeing into a single digital or physical pass.

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The I amsterdam City Card offers a unique way to explore Amsterdam. You get access to all major highlights and more than 70 museums, city-wide public transport, a canal cruise and bicycle rent.

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OV chip card: The Amsterdam Travel Card The cheapest way to travel around Amsterdam is walking but if you need to get somewhere fast, the use of an OV chip card is the answer. Being used on trams, buses and metros, the OV chip card (OV-chipkaart) is the easiest way to pay for all your travel about town.

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OV-chipcard or tickets Throughout the Netherlands, the public transport chip card (OV-chipkaart) is used to travel by public transport. If you're in Amsterdam for a longer period of time and use public transport regularly, buying an OV-chipkaart is the best way to go.

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The Validity of the I Amsterdam City Card The card is valid for one person and can be purchased locally at various points of sale or at a discounted price from us online.

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The “I Amsterdam” card offers the following benefits 1 free and unlimited use of the public transportation system operated by the GVB. This includes the Metro, city buses, and trams. Ferries are generally free of charge.

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The cheapest way to travel around Amsterdam is walking but if you need to get somewhere fast, the use of an OV chip card is the answer. Being used on trams, buses and metros, the OV chip card (OV-chipkaart) is the easiest way to pay for all your travel about town.

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Not all travel cards come with an annual fee, but those that do typically range from $95 to $695. If you're interested in a travel card that has an annual fee, be sure that the rewards and benefits will offset the cost.

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Train travel from the airport Train travel is not included with the City Card, such as the journey from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol to Amsterdam Central Station.

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Does the I amsterdam city card give free entry to the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam? No. Since 1 June 2022 the I amsterdam City Card is no longer valid for free entry to the Van Gogh Museum. You would need to buy a separate ticket and timeslot to visit the museum.

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Travel using the e-purse on metro/trams/buses is generally cheaper than buying single 1 hour tickets, especially for shorter trips. Travel on trains with the anonymous card saves paying the €1 disposable ticket surcharge.

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