Amsterdam's most beautiful museums

Rijksmuseum

The Rijksmuseum is the museum of the Netherlands. The completely renovated Rijksmuseum tells the story of the Netherlands from the Middle Ages to the 20th century. Including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer, Frans Hals, and more! Most famous is Rembrandt's masterpiece the Night Watch. A new display of the collection, a renewed building, new public facilities, a revamped garden and a new Asian Pavilion. Open daily from 9 am to 5 pm.

NEMO Science Museum

Expand your world at NEMO Science Museum. In the largest science museum of the Netherlands you will find proof that science and technology can be captivating for all ages. The remarkable building on top of the IJ-tunnel offers lots of exciting hands-on activities. At NEMO you can experience the joy of science and technology, by blowing gigantic soap bubbles, watch an enormous chain reaction and experiment in a real laboratory. In a variety of exhibitions you can 'Take a journey through the mind' or learn that there is more than meets the eye when it comes to sustainable electricity and smart transportation at 'Smart Technology'. The creative mind behind NEMO, built in 1997, is Italian architect Renzo Piano. He had a clear vision for his design of the NEMO building, with its very own piazza 22 metres above water level.

Van Gogh Museum

Discover the world's largest collection of works by Dutch painter Vincent van Gogh, featuring masterpieces such as Sunflowers, The Potato Eaters, Almond Blossom and The Bedroom. Book your tickets online. Please consult the museum website for current opening hours.

Museum Het Rembrandthuis

Rembrandt lived and worked from 1639 to 1658 in this 17th-century house, which today is a museum that pays tribute to the artist's life and career.

Joods Museum

Wie waren de Joden die vanaf 1600 naar Nederland kwamen? Wat wordt er gevierd tijdens Pesach? En waarom dragen Joden eigenlijk een keppel? Dat ontdek je in het Joods Museum. Aan de hand van persoonlijke verhalen, bijzondere objecten en kunst kom je alles te weten over Joodse religie, geschiedenis en cultuur. Je maakt kennis met gebruiken, rituelen en feesten en ziet hoe Joden vandaag de dag hun tradities vormgeven. Ontdek Joods leven van toen tot nu en alles daartussenin.

Moco Museum Amsterdam

Dedicated to modern art, contemporary art, and street art, this independent museum in Amsterdam's Museumplein is a favorite amongst the youth.

Amsterdam Museum

Over the next few years, our main location at the Burgerweeshuis on the Kalverstraat will be undergoing renovation. In the meantime, we can be found at Amstel 51, online, and at other locations in Amsterdam.

Erotic Museum

Anne Frank House

The Anne Frank House is a museum with a story. As a visitor, you experience this story through quotations, photos, films and original objects. The atmosphere in the museum is authentic and subdued. There are online scams active, buy tickets only through the official website: https://www.annefrank.org

Anne Frank Walking Tour

The tour is led by Michelle Steele, originally from Newcastle, England and now resident in Amsterdam. Michelle has an Honours degree in Modern History from Sheffield University. During the course of the walk through the canal ring of Amsterdam an examination will be made of the Nazi occupation of the city - and the reaction of the population to it. The walk takes place each Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday at 1pm departing from the Seeamsterdam (Boathouse) shop on the corner of Prinsengracht and Leliegracht. Phone, email or drop in to make a booking for the tour.

Body Worlds

Gunther von Hagens’ BODY WORLDS: The Happiness Project in the heart of Amsterdam tells the amazing story of our own body and the impact of happiness on our health. More than 200 anatomical specimens of real human bodies show the complexity, resilience and vulnerability of the body. Join the 40 million people around the world who have already seen the exhibition and been on this fascinating voyage of discovery through the human body.

Amsterdam in World War II Walking Tour

Learn about the terrible experiences of Amsterdam during the Nazi occupation of World War Two, visit the famous sites of the Golden Age. We also offer tailor made family tours. A must for those with a passion for History. For details and bookings go to our website.

H'ART Museum

As the Hermitage Amsterdam, and now as H’ART Museum, we have always housed some of the most unique and famous art, from present day to antiquity. Connecting the art world in new ways and bringing it to Amsterdam for everyone to enjoy. Now we form a unique global art collective together with world-renowned international partners The British Museum, Centre Pompidou, and SAAM (Smithsonian American Art Museum), which brings the UK, France, USA, and the Netherlands together as never before. We want to inspire people through powerful, relevant, and heartfelt art.