What a cool 17th Century building. They have the permanent collection of Dutch art as well as a…read moretemporary exhibit. I didn't get to see all of the rooms in the museum, unfortunately. I arrived there so late, and the place was about to close. The museum has a massive collection of artworks, sculptures, and archaeological finds. There's also films, photos and interactive presentations of how their city blossomed from poverty to prosperity. It cost 10 Euro to visit this place and it's tucked between the stores in the shopping district of Kalverstraat. When I arrived there and didn't get to see, much because I felt rushed I suggest going there early in the morning, so you don't miss out on anything.

We spent about 2 hours on a self-guided tour of this museum, with an audio guide…read more There were 3 floors to visit. We climbed many stairways during the tour. There is an elevator, but only in one section of the building. We used it to exit. The museum is divided by time period. Each time period is housed in 1 or more rooms. Taking your time to watch the videos, listen to the commentaries and read the placards will be the most immersive way to learn the most here.

Overall rating: 4.6 Visiting from NYC…read more Wow, such a cool place! I was killing some time waiting to check-in to my hotel. Two floors, very digestible. They have an activity paired with each exhibit which is cool. I didn't understand it, but it was cool to watch others. Everyone was very friendly and informative. I learned a lot, but can't say I retained any knowledge. I highly recommend. Great solo, friends, on a date, any occasion.

My major in university was Microbiology and Immunology, so when I found out that there was a museum…read moreall about microorganisms in Amsterdam, of course I just had to go! A MUSEUM ABOUT MICROBIOLOGY, HOW COOL IS THAT?! The exhibits I particularly enjoyed were the Petri plates displaying colorful cultures and the glass sculptures of various microorganisms. We were in there for a couple of hours, but I could have easily stayed for another hour. Adult tickets were €17.50, although I got the student price of €10 since I still had a valid student ID. It was annoying how you had to select the date and time you wanted to go, although when we wanted to change the date due to a change in plans, it was no problem. Micropia is one of the more unique museums I have been to, and I loved it! Highly recommended! [Yelp collections: Europe 2024; Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Museums and Art Galleries]

Visited Amsterdam in June. This was an interesting tour. Actual torture devices on display along…read morewith stories of medieval torture and the crimes committed that would warrant certain punishments. This was a longer self guided tour due to all the reading and examination. Definitely a cool little place to go to learn about medieval history. Entry fee was decent for a tourist attraction.

One of the must see museums when visiting Amsterdam…read more We also enjoyed taking a break at the cafe located inside the Rijksmuseum.

I am so bummed!! After being there for 5 hours, I still failed to make it to the 1700-1800 and the…read more2000s zones!! This place is HUGE! I now understand why tourists would plan an entire day there. Unfortunately, I had 2 other stops that day that I couldn't miss, so I had no choice but left at 2pm. I am soo glad I made it to the main hall first to see Rembrandt's Night Watch (granted it was through a piece of glass due to the restoration process). I would've been devastated if I couldn't. Love the info cards for almost all of the major art pieces to explain in detail on how it was created. Some tips: Buy your ticket ahead of time. Get there 15 minutes before your entrance time to get in line and for bag check. No water inside the exhibits. The coat check is your only option if you don't show up right at when they open. The lockers filled up within minutes. Don't be fooled by the opened ones because that means the lock is broken. Definitely worth a stop at the gift shop. (Like I said above) Plan to spend the whole day there.

Museum of the Canals: located on Herengracht, a scenic street with beautiful, canal-side…read morehomes--this museum takes visitors thru the history of Amsterdam's canals, from the reasons for development, the process of designing and constructing, the growth of the city and industries around the canals. Arriving to the building you go up a short flight of stairs and are directed to a ticket counter followed by a wait to the left of the counter in a seating area with a few benches. At the counter they scanned my "I amsterdam" card, and passed each visitor a free audio guide, available in multiple languages. Then the staff indicated to wait for the next tour that happened to start in 5 minutes (I think they're timed about 15 minutes apart). At that point, a staff member motioned the 7-8 of us in a small group to the hallway and provided instructions on how to use the audio guide. Close to the entrance of each exhibit room there is a digital marker where you scan your audio guide listening device and the relevant recording starts playing. There were about 7-8 rooms in the museum, 5 for the main exhibit and 3 additional rooms for an exhibit "Animals of the Canals" and a period room with mirrors. Estimated time is about 45 min to 1 hour for this museum. I enjoyed the tour and learned about how they decided to lay out the canals in a semi-circular format, though wish I had a little more time to spend in the room with the museum building model. Regular admissions are-- Adult: € 17,50 Student/CJP: € 12,50 Children 6 up to 17 years: € 9,50 Children 0 up to 5 years: free Museumkaart, Stadspas, iAmsterdam City Card, ICOM Card: free Hours are Mon: 12-5PM, Tues-Sun: 10AM-5PM. For more info: https://grachten.museum/en/

I used my iAmsterdam pass here at the Museum of Canals. The main portion of the experience is timed…read morewhere you enter into different rooms that show a projector/hologram presentation. It was cool to learn about Amsterdam and its canals without it being terribly boring and information-overload. This is a good museum for kids. The only thing I wasn't really a fan of was that the last room went a bit long (because it is somewhat self-paced) and I could see other antsy visitors wanting to leave the room (not knowing it was the last room, so we didn't want to interrupt the group ahead of us). A sign stating that it was the last "timed" room and that we could exit that room early would've been nice.

I am beyond amazed that I get to see the actual Sunflower painting!! O.M.G!…read more I'm not posting any artwork here, because I don't want to take away anyone's experience. If I could go back to Amsterdam, I would definitely go back to this museum again. Yellow is such a joyful color. After visiting the museum, it has a deeper meaning to me. I went through entire museum floor by floor, showroom by showroom. Every corner has something that amazes me. I also got a chance to see how Van Gogh actually looked like! My goodness. I couldn't believe my eyes. A few tips: 1- you must make a reservation online ahead of time. I saw many people got turned away while I was waiting in line for security check. 1b- it's okay to be in line 15 minutes before your supposed arrival time. 2-it's best to buy the audio tour ticket along with the entrance fee instead of buying it on site. It was sold out when I got there. 3-there is a book store on the top floor, and you can actually take home a blank Sunflower coloring sheet for free! It's on an easel at the corner by the window.

TIP - order tickets ahead in time online to make sure you can get in on the day/time you want…read more A beautiful looking museum. Lots of Van Gogh art works to view and take in. Self guided tour comes with a player with headphones to that you can learn about the different Van Gogh art periods and works of art. Overall the museum was okay. You see a lot of Van Gogh art but not much about his life and world around him. I preferred the Rembrandt House as it showed his home and living arrangements - it gave you glimpse of his life at that time. I think the Rijks Museum would be a better choice to see a variety of artists.

Don't miss this fantastic, moving spot as you make your way through Amsterdam. Admission is free…read morewith your ticket to the Jewish History Museum, so you have no excuse - and the deportation center is only a few blocks away. Once you've arrived, you can head upstairs to view the photography exhibition, to the left to view the wall of names, or outside... be sure to do all three. Upstairs, you can pick up an informational card which guides you through the many photographs on the wall. These depict Jews in Amsterdam during the WWII years, and you'll probably be surprised by how moving some of the everyday photos are. Take your time and stroll around - the space isn't big, but there is a lot to take in. Then, head back downstairs and over to the wall. Into the wall has been carved the names of the families who were herded to this deportation center, and from there, to the concentration camps. You can also view a video presentation in this area. Finally, head outside, into the yard. Just stand, take it in, and think. This space used to be a Jewish theater, but was stolen by the Nazis and transformed into the transportation center. Just imagine that you are standing in the same place as so many innocent people were, before they were sent off to be murdered. Read the notes on the walls, many left by local schoolchildren. Again, just stand. Think. Reflect. And then tell someone else what they're missing, as this is a smaller place that definitely doesn't see the traffic that other museums do. After you've visited, you'll know that it's very much worth your time.

Hollandsche Schouwburg is now the National Holocaust Memorial in Amsterdam (and included in the…read moreticket for the Jewish Cultural Quarter of Amsterdam). The Memorial is incredibly interesting and informative (although not terribly friendly for English-only speakers). Until 1940, the Hollandsche Schouwburg was a popular theater. In 1941, Nazi occupiers of Amsterdam changed the theater's name to Joodsche Schouwburg or the Jewish Theater and allowed only Jewish actors and artists to perform there for Jewish audiences. Between 1942 and 1943, the theater was used to house Jews prior to their deportation to camps. Along with the Portuguese Synagogue, this was one of the most interesting and informative museums and memorials we visited during our time in Amsterdam!

Do you want to peek inside to learn how a wealthy couple would have lived in Amsterdam in the…read more1800s? Used the I Amsterdam Card to visit the Museum Willet-Holthuysen which is located on famous ring of canals. The house was built for Jacob Hop, mayor of Amsterdam, around 1685. In 1739, the outside was redesigned in the Louis XIV style. The house was later acquired by Louisa Holthuysen and her husband, Abraham Willet. The couple was childless and lived quite a Bohemian lifestyle travelling and collecting art. Louisa was a very shrewd and strong businesswoman who had to keep bailing her husband out of debt despite her giving him a generous allowance. Much of the art collected was due to Louisa's art preferences. Upon her death, she bequeathed the entire building and its contents, including the art and books collected by her and her husband, Abraham Willet, to the city of Amsterdam on stipulation that it became a museum bearing their names. Loved exploring the three floors and beautiful gardens that are open to the public. Get the free audio guide which gives insight into the home and the occupants. No large bags are allowed but lockers are available. Love how the Victorian furnishing provide a backdrop for a contemporary fashion display. Such an interesting contrast in lifestyles. Definitely worth a stop while exploring Amsterdam.

This was a great spot to get in out of the cold (lol) and to see the inside of a house off of the…read morecanal. It told the story of a married couple that lived there and because of their extensive collections they left the house (the wife) to the city. It's not in its original state but the museum did a good job reimagining how it would have been. I enjoyed learning about the couple (even though no one really knew the truth about the relationship) and the home's history. It's self guided so you just take your time to explore.