There are more than 50 museums in Amsterdam. Some are quite unique, which you can’t find elsewhere. Now I’ll present the best museums in Amsterdam!
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Best museums in Amsterdam
Rijksmuseum (State Museum)
The national museum of the Netherlands, which has a large art collection.
You can see many works by Dutch masters, including the world’s largest Rembrandt collection. In addition, Van Gogh’s paintings are among the most famous.
The exhibits occupy three floors, where you can see works not only by Dutch but also foreign celebrities, such as Goya, Rubens, El Greco. A special exhibition is the Dollhouse.
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Van Gogh Museum
The life of one of the most famous post-impressionist painters was tragic. Towards the end of his life, he only kept in touch with his brother within the family and was on the verge of nervous breakdown several times. In one instance, he cut off his left ear with a razor.
Despite living only 37 years, he left behind many creations.
His largest collection is found here: about 200 paintings, 550 sketches, and 700 letters. In addition, his collection of Japanese prints is also on display.
Works by contemporaries can also be viewed, such as Monet, Gauguin, Picasso, Signac.
It’s very popular among tourists, often expect crowding.
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Rembrandt House
The former house of the other famous painter, Rembrandt, can be considered a museum where we can learn about his life. He created many of his famous paintings here and also received his students here.
The permanent exhibition showcases Rembrandt’s art, including his drawings, etchings, and some paintings. Most of his paintings are in the Rijksmuseum.
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Anne Frank House (Anne Frankhuis)
Anne Frank was a German Jewish girl who fled to the Netherlands with her family in 1933 to escape Nazi persecution. From 1942 to 1944, she hid with her family and others in the back part of the house. She died in a labor camp in 1945.
The diary she wrote during her hiding became world-famous. The diary provides insight into the horrors of war and human perseverance.
The Anne Frank House opened as a museum in 1960. Its aim is to commemorate Anne Frank and the victims of the Holocaust. We can see part of her diary, personal items, and other documents.
It’s a very popular museum, so until 15:30, you can only enter with an online ticket, after that you can also buy tickets on site.
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NEMO Science Museum
One of Amsterdam’s most popular and innovative museums, showcasing the world of science and technology through interactive exhibitions and programs.
The museum building was designed by world-renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano. The green copper-clad building resembles a huge ship emerging from the Oosterdok canal.
The museum offers interactive exhibitions on five levels, with main themes: energy, world of people, technology and innovation, sustainability.
It’s worth going up to the roof terrace, which offers a wonderful view of the city and canals.
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Tropenmuseum (Tropical Museum)
One of Amsterdam’s most significant cultural institutions, showcasing cultures, peoples, and histories from different parts of the world.
The museum was established in 1864 with the aim of showcasing the culture and natural resources of the Dutch colonies. Today, it presents cultures and societies from all over the world, not just former Dutch colonies.
The museum’s permanent exhibitions showcase cultures from Asia, Africa, Latin America, the Middle East, and Oceania. These exhibitions provide insight into the lives of different peoples through objects, photos, artworks, and interactive elements.
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Dutch Maritime Museum (Het Scheepvaartmuseum)
Many people probably don’t know, but the Netherlands was a naval superpower in the 17th century. The museum mainly presents this era.
Ships, objects, documents, maps, and books tell the story of nearly 300 years of Dutch naval history.
Its main attraction is the old ship anchored in front of the museum, where costumed performers recreate the life of sailors. It’s worth visiting just for this experience!
Entry is free for children up to 3 years old.
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Madame Tussauds
The museum on Dam Square depicts famous, well-known people as wax figures. It’s smaller than the London waxworks but equally spectacular.
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Heineken Experience
The exhibition showcasing the history of the world-famous beer maker and beer production is a popular attraction for a reason.
The brewery was founded in 1864 by Gerard Adriaan Heineken. The original brewery built in 1867 is now home to the Heineken Experience. You can learn about the brewery and the beer production process through a guided tour.
All information can be found here! A glass of Heineken is included in the entry fee.
Hash Marijuana Hemp Museum
The museum showcases the history and medical use of cannabis, and there’s also a small plantation.
Its collection contains more than 9,000 items, including artworks, archaeological findings, utensils, and documents that showcase various aspects of the cannabis plant.
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Erotic Museum
Located in the Red Light District, the museum presents various aspects of eroticism and pornography from historical and artistic perspectives.
The museum covers the history of eroticism from ancient civilizations to the present day, including erotic art and customs from ancient Greece, Rome, and East Asia. It has a significant collection of 19th and 20th-century erotic photographs taken by famous photographers.
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Sex Museum
Also located in the Red Light District, between Central Station and Dam Square. It presents the history of human sexual life.
The collections include sexual devices, objects, and photographs.
All information can be found here!
Best museums in the world
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