Step aside Paris, London and Berlin – Amsterdam now boasts the finest collection of museums on the planet. We delve into 5 of the best including hidden gems, culturally significant and most unique.
Step aside Paris, London and Berlin – Amsterdam now boasts the finest collection of museums on the planet. We delve into 5 of the best including hidden gems, culturally significant and most unique.
Museumplein Amsterdam with Rijksmuseum in the background © Complete Amsterdam
For the art lovers, culture vultures, the science obsessed and creative souls – Amsterdam has the most interesting museums for you to explore either during the week or over a long weekend. Whilst museums in Amsterdam are not free, we have listed museums which offer excellent value for money and family friendly.
Amsterdam’s most renowned Science and technology museum is one you can’t really miss out on. Jam packed full of exhilarating exhibitions which rotate depending on the season. Visitors can take part in real life Scientific research, hands on chemistry, engineering, electronics and shows. It’s the perfect day out for all the family. Nemo is located in Oosterdok. The unique shaped building, designed by Renzo Piano has some of the best views over the city allowing visitors to relax on the roof terrace for drinks and food after a day of discovery and fun!
The museum is located in Oosterdok 2, a short walk from Centraal station.
Official Website
Tuesday – Sunday, 1000 – 1730 and during April to September, NEMO is open on Mondays also.
Historical, religious and cultural significant visitors to the the Joods Museum in Amsterdam can expect to see a fascinating and sobering journey into Judaism over the centuries in the Netherlands. Located within the Jewish cultural quarter of Amsterdam, it is one of four monumental synagogues, both suitable and accessible for all generations of the family to visit. The quarter consists of the the Portuguese synagogue, the hollandsche schouwburg and the national holocaust museum. Visitors can experience history dating back to the 1600’s to the present day through exhibitions, presentations and events.
It is located on the Nieuwe Amstelstraat and a short walk from Nieuwmarkt. All four locations are situated within walking distance from each other in the jewish quarter.
Official website: www.jck.nl
The Jewish museum is open from 10am – 5pm
The ultimate immersive experience in Amsterdam by ID&T. Amaze is a 3000 square meter audiovisual playground jam packed with 30 years of show design. The 60 minute, 7 stage walk through will make you feel and think differently as you make your way out. The host guides you around the warehouse spaces multiple rooms and stages in Amsterdam West. This is essential if you love the creativity and evolution behind music and events. All visitors can enjoy a wide range of food and beverage and most importantly, it is open to everyone.
It is located in an old warehouse, Elementenstraat 25, 1014.
Official website: www.amaze-amsterdam.nl
The national maritime museum is located on the Kattenburgerplein, a beautiful building which perfectly demonstrates humanities connection with the maritime world. Built in 1656 and renovated from 2007 – 2011, a visitor can enjoy the beautiful canopy and open square. There are always a number of exhibitions on and activities for all the family to enjoy. The museum takes a leading role in maritime collections and library, part of the mission is to do this via knowledge sharing and in-depth presentations.
It is in the community marineterrein, in the centre of Amsterdam
Official website: www.hetscheepvaartmuseum.nl
Located in Westerpark, the former 19th century gasworks to be exact, Fabrique des lumières is a museum like no other. It’s difficult to describe the experience once inside. A profound interaction between art, technology and superior acoustics provides total value for the consumer. It is where art comes to life with over hundred projectors across a 2800 square meters. With a focus on international artists and conceived by a French company, it makes perfect sense that Amsterdam was to be the next home and development for the firm.
It is located in Westerpark, on the Pazzanistraat
Official website: www.fabrique-lumieres.com
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