Amsterdam Dungeon

The Basics

Eleven terrifying interactive shows replete with live actors and special effects recount the savage brutality of the goriest moments in Amsterdam’s history. Travelers can explore Amsterdam Dungeon independently or as part of a more extensive half- or full-day sightseeing tour, via hop-on hop-off bus, canal cruise, bike, or on foot.

Specialized tours may incorporate a beer cruise, a meal, or a drink at a local bar. Trace eight centuries of Dutch history and cultural traditions on tours that include the Damrak and other top attractions, such as the Royal Palace, Rembrandt House Museum, Anne Frank House, Dam Square, and De Wallen, the city’s red-light district. Some tours include round-trip hotel transport, food and drink, and/or admission fees

Things to Know Before You Go

The Amsterdam Dungeon is ideal for history and horror buffs, though is not the best attraction for small children or the faint of heart.
Avoid long lines at this popular attraction with an advance-purchase skip-the-line ticket.
Children under age 15 receive discounted admission.
All tour shows except for the last are accessible to standard wheelchairs, but not electric wheelchairs or scooters.

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When to Get There

Tours run daily, starting at 11am and running every 10 minutes until 6pm most days; check the website for seasonal and holiday hours. Amsterdam’s peak travel season is during the warm summer months. For fewer visitors and lovely mild temperatures, visit between April and May or September and November.

Going Deeper into the Gore

The the Amsterdam Dungeon, exhilarating interactive highlights include the Council of Blood, where the vicious blood-curdling primeval law enforcement that mutilated and burned the citizenry is on display. In Labyrinth of the Lost, walk through a treacherous maze where scofflaws would be led, through dark streets to precarious ledges and canals. And aboard an 18th-century naval vessel, sailors reminisce about a life at sea in those days, namely the backbreaking work and contracting all kinds of contagious diseases.

Recent reviews from experiences in Amsterdam

Tamara and Cas were...

Charlotte_E, Oct 2021

Amsterdam Guided Evening Canal Cruise with Bar on Board

Tamara and Cas were great! They explained very well the historical aspects of the trip and were great hosts on the boat. We would definitely recommend the cruise as well as our hosts !

Getting to know Amsterdam!

christievie, Oct 2021

Just knowing that people live in the beautifully landscaped area across from the canal and trying to imagine what life is like every day. Just cruising down the canal was so peaceful and the weather was gorgeous and our hostess guide was adorable and knowledgeable.

Nice experience

Bojan_O, Oct 2021

The cruise is especially nice at sunset. Too bad there are no non-alcoholic beavarages on the ship. Other than that, the captain was funny.

Fun on the Canal!!

Sharon_D, Oct 2021

The house boats a long the canal, the historical information plus the views. Our guides were very friendly and knowledgeable. Oh and the drinks were pretty good too.☺️

EXCEPTIONAL Canal Tour led by an ALL Girl Crew!!

Colin_F, Oct 2021

Fantastic tour led by an all female crew! Girl Power!! The captain was knowledgable and her team had a funny banter. Our family had a lovely time soaking up the beauty and inside scoop of Amsterdam!!

Pretty good but there are nicer options

Lynnette_B, Oct 2021

Great short trip around the canals. Boat was open style and pretty packed. Guides were fun but young. Doing it over I’d pick a nicer boat with more space, wine included and maybe more history oriented guiding.

Awesome tour guide, amazing experience

Lisha, Oct 2021

Had a great time! I thoroughly enjoyed this tour. I would highly recommend this tour to the future travellers.

Jay and Lawrence were...

Jayshree_M, Sep 2021

Jay and Lawrence were great. Entertaining, had a bar on board, have us blankets and even helped me find my way back to the hotel.

great experience, fantastic guides

maria_h, Sep 2021

Really nice! Recommend it to everyone, given that the guides are Floris & Idel. They should get a raise :-). Thankyou!

Amazing staff !

Viktoria_N, Sep 2021

Really lovely cruise ! Extremely friendly and happy staff, super nice way to spend the evening ! :) Thank you !

Wonderful evening!

SUSAN_P, Sep 2021

Wonderful seeing the evening lights on the canals. Even better than expected! Guides extremely helpful in finding ride to hotel after the evening ride finished.

With my family,and we all...

Monica_G, Aug 2021

With my family,and we all enjoyed it! It was a really great experience. They were very welcoming. And you can have a few drinks on board too.