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    Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder

    4.7 (42 reviews)
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    The hidden church
    Cindy Y.

    I have a year-long pass (museumkaart) that gives me unlimited visits to many museums across The Netherlands. Because it was free I thought "why not"? It turned out to be a very unique and interesting museum. You get to see rooms and furnishings from different periods in an historical canal house PLUS a hidden church in the attic where Catholic worshippers would go to practice their religion at a time when Protestants ruled The Netherlands and it was forbidden to practice other religions. Secret churches such as this one however were tolerated as long as it was out of sight, especially since the owner was a wealthy merchant.

    Marcie L.

    This spot is great for a visit. It takes about 45 minutes. You have a device for a guided audio tour where you scan a box each time you enter the room. It's very educational and a unique experience. The staff members were extremely friendly as well.

    Erich L.

    One of the most interesting museums in the area. You get to see an old historical church that was hidden inside a canal home and learn about how people had to hide their religion from mainstream society. It's a lot larger than I thought it would be. Definitely see this if you are interested in history.

    Casey M.

    This is such a great museum, a hidden gem. The staff were so friendly and accommodating, especially as I wear hearing aids and can't really hear the audio, they went out of their way to provide me with reading materials instead which really helped. There are lockers to put your bags in as there are lots of small awkward steps to climb throughout and as you explore you will see very grand 17th century living quarters, a kitchen with the typical Dutch delft designs which I love and of course the highlight was the secret church in the attic! This was created when the right of Catholics to worship in public was taken away which was crazy to me but the church in the attic with its stunningly beautiful alter and organ that can also be viewed and admired from an upper level and was so eye catching and great to learn that mass is still held here. The gift shop had a lot of delft items to buy and other interesting pieces but all in all such a great experience and absolutely worth a visit!

    Isabella B.

    During the 15th and 16th centuries, the area that is associated with the Low Countries (aka The Netherlands, Belgium and Luxembourg) was under control of Spain. The northern half of the region (which constitutes present-day Netherlands) had a significant minority practicing Calvinism (a form of Protestantism) and were increasingly distressed by the many grievances against them by an increasingly fervent Catholic Spain. As a result the 80 Years War took place with the end result leading to the formation of the new Dutch Republic. The newly-formed government enacted measures that ensured that Calvinism would become the predominant religion of the country. Presumably as retribution for the anti-Protestant measures passed in Spain the government made practicing Catholicism illegal but in reality turned a blind eye as long as the religion was not practiced openly. Hence the concept of "schuilkerk" - the clandestine church. Jan Hartman was a wealthy merchant. He used his wealth to purchase a house on Oudezijds Voorburgwal and two adjoining properties. He immediately began extension work on the property. His magnum opus was to combine the attics of the three houses and turn it into a schuilkerk that allowed 150 Catholics to worship in secret. At some point Catholics were eventually allowed to worship freely, cumulating with the completion of the Saint Nicholas Church. This made the attic church now obsolete. A few years later the church was converted into a museum, which is now the second oldest museum in Amsterdam after the Rijksmuseum. LOGISTICS - Open almost every day with the exception of King's Day. - Hours: Mon-Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 1-6pm. - Cost: €12.50 (includes audioguide). - As is the case with many Amsterdam canal houses, while the entrance to the museum is accessible the house and church are not suited for wheelchair users or people with mobility issues. The visit can be divided up into 3 different regions of the house. 1. Front house. The most prominent feature is the "sael" (grand parlor), where Hartman would receive guests. Taking up two floors, the most noticeable feature about the room is the emphasis on symmetry in form and decoration. This room was also decorated in such a way to emphasize his status as a successful businessman. 2. The church in the attic. The entire museum is named after this particular feature. Notable features include the altarpiece painting ("Baptism of Jesus" by Jacob de Wit), a hidden pulpit, an altar to the Virgin Mary in the back and the views of the church as well as the outside from the two balconies. 3. Back house. This contained the living quarters of the resident priest at the time, Petrus Parmentier. While Hartman owned the building he allowed the priest to live there as long as he pleased. When Hartman died he left behind a lot of debt and the family was forced to sell the house so the priest was then left to find accommodations elsewhere. *** One of my favorite parts about visiting Amsterdam was exploring the canal houses. Since canal houses are much longer than they are wide the houses have unique features that are particularly suited for clandestine functions. While the most famous example is Anne Frank's house, this is another example of such a house with a need to conduct business in secret. If you love exploring the various nooks and crannies of the Anne Frank House you'll certainly love exploring this house as well. It's also a great alternative if you want to visit a canal house with an attached back house (achterhuis) but don't want to go through the hassle of securing a ticket for the Anne Frank House. Due to its purpose as a clandestine church it's one of the more unique church/museum experiences I had in Europe. I had a lot of fun here and learned a lot more about the role of tolerance as it pertained to religion in Amsterdam. I highly recommend going here if you can.

    Chapel from above - contraband photo!
    Stacy P.

    If you're a tourist, it's probably best to map your way to the church ahead of time, as it can be a bit of a challenge to find. That being said, you'll find yourself wandering through the red light district, so it's not exactly a boring walk. Once you've found the place, you're in for a treat. Head in, pay your fee (or flash your Museumkaart), pick up your audio guide, and head upstairs. The church was built in one of the beautiful old canal houses, so you will have some steep stairs to climb. The chapel itself was redone in the past couple years, and has been repainted to match the purple (mauve) hue it apparently was originally. Can't say I'm a huge fan of the color, but hey - it's historic. The chapel is, of course, small, so you shouldn't need to budget more than an hour for your visit - but do add this to your list. It's a wonderful place, and it's interesting to learn a bit more about the Catholic plight in Amsterdam during the 1600s. I don't usually spend much time or money in gift shops, but this one had a few great little things. Some beautiful post cards and a fantastic journal - both were very reasonably priced. Staff were helpful - so tear yourself away from the Rijksmuseum (or the coffeeshops) for an afternoon and spend some time in the chapel!

    Aleksandr F.

    Nice museum where you can walk through 3 old Amsterdam houses and figure out how people lived in middle age. There is a awesome surprise and truly history of this museum you will find on the top - hidden church. There you can listen construction history of this church. After visiting museum you can taste nice coffee and enjoy nice view on the city. May be this museum is not so famous as some another in Amsterdam, but we didn't regret that visited this museum.

    Jasmine X.

    I'm not one that's typically very keen on museums or anything, but I have to say, I really liked this one. After I visited Begijnhof and learned about hidden churches, I realized that they were really cool and decided to check out Our Lord in the Attic. I had a bit of trouble finding it because I walked right past it. They're currently in a construction process trying to build a connecting building between the main church and the one across it. Having learned about the difficulties of construction in Amsterdam, it's kind of cool to see the swamp below and what kind of land constructors in the area have to work with. They have a student discount and even though I couldn't find my student card at first, they guy was nice enough to let me in anyways. Score. Anyways they have the audio devices that you point at various lights that then play and tell you about the room or place that you're in. It really is a hidden church. From the outside, you would just expect to see another typical Dutch home, but the inside is huge. They show you the living room and bedrooms and obviously the main feature is the church. Lots of information--took me about an hour to get through everything. Good knowledge and they've done a superb job with the refurbishing and renovations. tldr; absolutely worth seeing if you're in Amsterdam and interested in learning more about the hidden churches

    Lindsay A.

    Ons Lieve Heer op Solder (Our Lord in the Attic) is a small but fascinating museum located near the Red Light District in Amsterdam. Currently the museum is going through a restoration process, but this doesn't hamper the experience. There are audio guides available at the museum that provide information in various parts about the history of the house, family, and the Catholic Church. The main part to see in the house is the Catholic Church that was built on the top 3 floors of the canal house. The Church was hidden from the public due to Catholics not being able to worship publically due to Dutch laws. Besides the Church, the rest of the museum is the former canal house that shows you what it was like to live in the 1600s in Amsterdam. Remember to save your ticket receipt because this can give you a combideal for 3 euros off at a couple other unique museums in Amsterdam: Amsterdam Museum, Cromhouthuizen - Bijbels Museum,Geelvinck Hinlopen Huis or Museum Willet-Holthuysen. I wasn't aware of this at the time and wish I would have known.

    The altar
    Kathy L.

    My favorite museum in Amsterdam in terms of the awe factor of not even knowing about it until I came here! There is something about the history of serving as a place where Catholics could gather and worship in secret during the Protestant years. It is the only one left to my understanding and yes you need to heed the advice of others that the building has very narrow steep staircases. I was running late and only had 30 minutes to blitz through the building so I can go all the way up to the church. Wow, it was so beautiful. You can look out from the attic and get an idea of peoples view at the time and they even explained the pulley system on how things were bought upstairs! This is what make some museums great, this to me was truly a unique experience. This is a top 3 in Amsterdam in my books (I love Amsterdam!!)

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    Jessica A.

    As a Catholic, I wanted to check out this hidden church where Catholics were forced to discreetly worship hundreds of years ago. Entrance fee was 6 euros each, although my guidebook said 7. The main church area and altar are undergoing a major renovation - - maybe that's why it was less? But it was pretty interesting to visit, and right next to the Red Light district. Like a typical Dutch canal home, you walk up several small and twisty staircases. All the while, you are looking at various artifacts or objects from the history of this "Our Lord in the Attic" church.

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    This is a really interesting museum and is well worth a visit. It takes great vision to build a church upstairs in your house!

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    Very neat peace of catholic history, cool to see how much was hidden in such a small space. Worth your time. Get a museum pass though.

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    Rijksmuseum - Hendrick Avercamp "Winter Landscape with Ice Skaters"

    Rijksmuseum

    4.5(491 reviews)
    1.9 kmMuseumkwartier, Zuid

    First of all, if you appreciate museums at all, this is a must-see place in Amsterdam!!…read more Yesterday morning we lined up at about 8:50 before museum opening at 9. We had purchased tickets online ahead of time and figured the earlier the better. We spent 3.5 hours here and made sure to see every aspect, spending more or less time in exhibits depending on our interest. The gift shop is extensive and worth a look around as well. There's a restaurant and cafe as well which look great. Getting a map as you enter is helpful. The museum is subdivided by floor (0 through 3), and time period, with 1900-2000 on the top floor. There's a coat check if you wish on the 0 floor, alongside the bathrooms. May I mention that I love that most public bathrooms here are stalls with floor-to-ceiling doors?! The privacy is much nicer, and the doorknob indicates vacant/occupied so you don't have people looking at your feet to decide if it's empty. lol. We experienced the galleries basically in chronological order. The special collections are cool in that they are historical artifacts, lovingly preserved, such as old swords/guns, locks/keys, tea services, clothing and glassware, to name a few. My favorite artifact was a chessboard which had animal images subtly etched into the metal of each space. (See photo). We spent a good chunk of time in the 1300s galleries, where the sculptures, paintings, and artwork often depicted scenes from Jesus' life, Biblical stories, or morality themes. One sculpture was of the two thieves on Jesus' either side during the crucifixion, showing one of them with an angel above his shoulders because he was headed to heaven. The Great Hall in between the main wings of the museum is a gorgeous expansive space with high vaulted ceilings, and floor to ceiling stained glass windows along one wall, paying tribute to the great painters, philosophers, architects, and musicians of Europe. There's an entire room full of elaborate 5- foot tall dollhouses that women of high class households (in the 1650s) would spend time curating, collecting, and creating , as a pastime and perhaps to save their husbands' the expense of renovating their actual homes. They had area rugs, wallpaper, the works! The Rijksmuseum opened in 1885, and is a historical monument worthy of patronage. Highly recommend!!!

    I'm lucky enough to live right by the Rijksmuseum, so I see it every day, and let me tell you--it…read morenever loses its magic. Whether you're here for the Dutch Masters or just the stunning architecture, it's a world-class experience. The Museumkaart is a must: If you're planning on visiting more than 3-4 museums in the NL, get the Museum Card. The cost savings are huge. Even with the card, you have to reserve your time slot online in advance. Don't show up hoping to wing it; the popular slots vanish fast. When you're exiting or walking through the tunnel that goes under the building, watch out for the bike path! It's a major, high-speed commuter route for locals. It's easy to get distracted by the beautiful arches, but those cyclists don't play. Look both ways before you step out! It's the crown jewel of the Museumplein for a reason. Don't miss it.

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    Rijksmuseum - Paintings and furniture from the mid-1700s

    Paintings and furniture from the mid-1700s

    Rijksmuseum - Rembrandt van Rijn "Jeremiah lamenting the Destruction of Jerusalem"

    Rembrandt van Rijn "Jeremiah lamenting the Destruction of Jerusalem"

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    Van Gogh Museum - From top floor of exhibit looking down

    Van Gogh Museum

    4.4(763 reviews)
    2.2 kmMuseumkwartier, Zuid

    This museum contains a carefully curated chronicle of Vincent van Gogh's journey as a person and as…read morean artist. I echo other reviewers who recommend buying your tickets well in advance. The audio tour is well worth the money and enriches your museum experience. The entrances for the special exhibition and the permanent exhibition are separate. I chose to walk through the special exhibition first and then view the permanent collection. The special exhibition the day of my visit is on the color yellow. I visited the site in Arles, France, that inspired Van Gogh's "The Yellow House." It was a beautiful thing to see the painting after visiting the place where Van Gogh painted it. I was moved by Van Gogh's desire to connect with the "common folk" of his period. One may know his painting, "The Potato Eaters." It stands in a collection of other paintings depicting rural life in Van Gogh's day. I grew up immersed in agriculture and wisdom from farmers. They say you won't truly appreciate the food on your table until you meet those who work the soil to grow your food. It was a deeply moving experience. If you're a fan of Van Gogh, this museum is worth a visit. Also consider visiting Arles if your travels take you to the Rhone region of France.

    We were super lucky to be able to buy two tickets for the Van Gogh Museum through Trip…read moreAdvisor/Viator. The only ones available were inclusive of the audio tour. We had waited to purchase the week before. Recommend buying tickets at least 6 weeks in advance if you want to be able to have your choice of tickets. Anyway, the line is quick to get in and then to go pick up your audio sets for your language of choice. They are basically phone-sized touchscreens and have different recorded narratives for certain rooms of the gallery as well as certain works of art. You can chose the 45-minute, 60-minute, or extended tour. There was also a temporary exhibit called Yellow about the way yellow is used in the world of art, including Van Gogh's Sunflowers. The Van Gogh Museum was founded by his nephew Vincent, son of his beloved brother Theo and his wife Jo. Throughout Vincent Van Gogh's adult life as he evolved as an artist, he kept in close communication with Theo via letters. The audio tour has 3 letters read aloud to you if you choose to listen, from Vincent to Theo, from Theo to Vincent, and from Jo to Vincent. It's touching to hear them because it shows that he was much loved. I enjoyed learning about Van Gogh's journey as a painter, his exploration of color and light, his use of painting to express emotion, his desire to empathize with the farmers and rural workers in his world. The museum does a lovely job of interspersing paintings and sculptures by other artists who either influenced or was influenced by Vincent. A painting I learned about for the first time was called Almond Blossom (1890) when Vincent heard the news he had a nephew, also named Vincent. It's beautiful and full of hope. Though I have had the honor of seeing some of Van Gogh's famous works at other museums all over, I felt especially happy to see them all together here yesterday, with a narrative that filled out the bigger story.

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    Van Gogh Museum - Some of van Gogh's influences

    Some of van Gogh's influences

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    Lobby

    Van Gogh Museum - Cafe on ground level under the stairs and escalators

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    Cafe on ground level under the stairs and escalators

    Bols Cocktail Experience Amsterdam - Bar you can hang out in after the tour

    Bols Cocktail Experience Amsterdam

    4.4(103 reviews)
    2.2 kmMuseumkwartier, Zuid
    €€

    Fun history of Bols and the distilling of different flavors of alcoholic liqueurs…read more Self-guided tour with audio. After you pay for your ticket at the front desk, you put your jackets and loose items in a locker (free) and pickup an audio tour device and program it for your preferred language (easy). You get a yummy cocktail to savor at the end! And there's a fun gift shop to peruse, where we bought tulip glasses for the purpose of drinking Genever . We enjoyed the Espresso martini and Red Light Negroni at the bar at the end. Both were made skillfully and tasted delicious! The highlight of the experience, honestly, was meeting Lars (aka "Larson") and Julia at the front desk. They were hilarious with each other and delightful with us. They helped us package the 6 tulip glasses in paper within styrofoam boxes for sturdy protection during travel. They are the true stars of this operation.

    I had so much fun at Bols Cocktail Experience. This was my first time in Amsterdam, and I had seen…read moreso many great reviews about Bols on social media. My friend and I made a reservation for the self-guided tour and cocktail making workshop. When we arrived for our reservation, we checked in and the host explained to us how the self-guided tour goes and where to start. For anyone who suffers from epilepsy or has had a seizure before please be careful. There is a part of the tour with warning signs regarding flashing lights if you walk into these small rooms. I have had seizures in the past and I did not risk going into the rooms. My friend went inside the room and stated it was really cool, but she can see how it could possibly trigger a seizure or even a migraine. The rest of the tower was amazing, and they even had hands of stimulations and games. I was very impressed. At the end of the tour, we received one cocktail on the house. They have a menu with all the different drink options at the bar. The bartenders were very helpful when it came to suggesting drinks and explaining what was in each one. Lastly, we joined the cocktail making workshop with other people at a separate bar. We made two drinks one being a specialty cocktail and the second was a custom cocktail. I had so much fun and everyone was friendly. I wish I could remember the lady's name who taught the workshop, she was awesome! This is a great place to go if you're visiting Amsterdam :)

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    Bols Cocktail Experience Amsterdam - Sign at beginning of tour

    Sign at beginning of tour

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    Anne Frank Huis - The room where the introduction is given.

    Anne Frank Huis

    4.6(755 reviews)
    1.0 kmCentrum

    Absolutely a must-see experience in Amsterdam if you get the chance…read more It was very meaningful and enlightening in terms of filling out the whole narrative of what the Frank family's experience was like. Going through Otto Frank's offices and then into the secret annex helped me visualize and empathize in a way that wasn't possible before. They had interviews with Otto Frank after his wife and daughters had been killed and they are heartbreaking. Also fearing more about the Dutch friends who helped the Franks from the outside was deeply moving. The audio tour is well put together and perfectly paced, you go through the whole thing in about an hour. The biggest challenge is purchasing tickets. They are released by the Anne Frank House website on every Tuesday at 10 a.m. Amsterdam time online for the NEXT SIX WEEKS. Due to popularity you have to select a date and time to enter and arrive within 15 minutes of the time. NO WALK-ins. Always sold out. They also will have you check in your bag if it's larger than a certain size. NO PHOTOGRSPHY ALLOWED INSIDE. I'm super grateful to have been able to experience this, and hope for many others to do the same. Highly recommend!

    I went into the Anne Frank House expecting something deeply moving, and while the history behind it…read moreis undeniably powerful, the experience itself felt more lackluster than I anticipated. The biggest issue for me was how crowded it was. The space is very small, which makes sense given the history, but paired with the constant flow of people, it created a "cattle line" feel that really took away from the experience. You're shuffled through room to room without much time to pause, reflect, or fully take in where you are. It felt more rushed than reverent. The museum itself is very minimal, which I understand is intentional, but combined with the crowding, it made it harder to connect emotionally. I was hoping for something more immersive or at least a bit more space to absorb the significance of it all. That said, the historical importance is undeniable. Standing in the actual place where Anne Frank and her family hid still carries weight, and the final section with excerpts from her diary was the most impactful part. Overall, I'm glad I went because of its significance, but the overcrowding and rushed flow made it difficult to fully appreciate the experience. I'd still recommend visiting, just be prepared for a tight, busy environment and manage expectations going in. Also pre-book in advance (far in advance)

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    Cafe

    Anne Frank Huis - The steeple of Westerkerk by Anne Frank's house from which she Gould hear the daily bell tolls

    The steeple of Westerkerk by Anne Frank's house from which she Gould hear the daily bell tolls

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    Heineken Experience - Milling the grain

    Heineken Experience

    4.1(590 reviews)
    2.0 kmDe Pijp, Zuid
    €€

    Touring the original Heineken brewery and learning how their beer is made was a delight. There is a…read moresmall walk-through history exhibit in the old grain silo area that describes Heineken's origins and how the business grew. I appreciated the honest look at the company's humble beginnings. Every great business venture has to start somewhere. The most critical lesson: success is rarely an overnight feat. It takes years of dedication, effort, and learning. Learning not just from your mistakes, but from other people who've gone before you. My experience featured a "Brew You" immersive attraction that puts you in the brew chamber and production line. The bottling line is (not really) transformed into a roller coaster, ending in a taste of the Heineken signature beer. There's a brewery-style bar where you can hang out and enjoy your beer. I opted to go up to the rooftop. You get a few more options for your drink and you get to enjoy views of the Amsterdam skyline. I liked their rooftop and will happily go up there again. I can see it from my hotel.

    This brewery tour was so much fun. It was interactive, informational, and educational…read more A really big and spacious campus. We learned all about the history of Heineken, what goes into the process to make the beer, and so much more. At the end of the tour we were treated to complimentary pours. There were fun activities as well as a gift shop. We had a blast.

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    Historic brew room

    Heineken Experience - Historic brew room

    Historic brew room

    Heineken Experience - Old brewing area.

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    Old brewing area.

    Stedelijk Museum - More 20th century art and objects, Alexander Calder mobile hanging from ceiling

    Stedelijk Museum

    4.0(91 reviews)
    2.3 kmMuseumkwartier, Zuid

    If you're going to take in a modern art museum while in Amsterdam, Stedelijk Museum is a good…read moreoption. Admission is €22.50, but if you're 18 and under - it's free! Two hours is a good amount of time to allow to explore the museum, from my experience. Prebook your time for an optimal, smooth experience. It's actually right by the Van Gogh museum so can make for a good accompaniment to that. Weekday mornings are best to avoid crowds. Grab one of their free audio tours when you walk in to get all the details on what you're seeing while walking through!

    If you're into modern art and design, the Stedelijk is a must. The location is perfect--it's right…read moreon Museumplein, so it's close to everything and easy to work into a day of sightseeing. The museum is huge, and the collection is incredibly diverse, ranging from classic modernists like Mondrian and Picasso to wild contemporary installations. Definitely plan to spend at least 2 to 3 hours here if you want to see both the permanent collection and the rotating exhibitions without rushing. One of the highlights for me was the cafe (Fonda/Sandberg). It has a beautiful, airy design with lots of natural light, making it the perfect spot to recharge with a coffee after walking through the galleries. The "bathtub" architecture is just as cool on the inside as it is on the outside!

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    Stedelijk Museum - Lobby seating at communal tables

    Lobby seating at communal tables

    Stedelijk Museum - Lobby around closing time

    Lobby around closing time

    Stedelijk Museum - Museum library

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    Museum library

    Electric Ladyland

    Electric Ladyland

    4.1(10 reviews)
    1.3 kmJordaan, Centrum

    Not a traditional "museum" by any stretch, but with Amsterdam being the city boasting the world's…read moremost museums, I can see how the claim is made with places like this. It's a really nice spot, and the guy who runs it is extremely open and friendly with a wealth of information. He truly lives for this! If you arrive before it opens, you'll see people gathered around the door entrance, and you're there wondering what kind of place this really is. Doesn't look big from the outside at all, and looks like a shop more than a museum. Once you get inside the small space, you're greeted with black lighting above which illuminates all of the fluorescent artwork. There are paintings and sculptures with bright colors across the spectrum. Then you walk down these steps into the dark basement and see his special rock collection with the makeup of the rocks highlighted under the black lighting. Reminded me of geology class. Cool place, quick 30 minute experience.

    Fluorescence is LIFE…read more Me and my wife did this tour in March 2018. This museum opened my eyes to another world of Fluorescence. Fluorescence is pretty much a living organism. It takes energy, consumes it, produces the brightest colors you would ever see. The vibes in this place are exceptional. The location is very close to the Ann Frank Museum. Its just 5 Euros & they let you use a really trippy bathroom for free. The couple who are the owner are in their 70s but their energy and will to give back to the world, still keeps them coming back to the museum everyday. They do this without the help of a young person or receptionist to handle your reservations. Remember that before, giving a bad review and saying they cancelled your reservation. We did not have reservation but they let us in, because they could. I would advise to call them in advance, they are doing their best in their capacity to handle the online reservations. They not only let us in, but allowed us to stay for as long as we want, despite of the small space and huge crowd. Nik explained in detail, about the physics behind this & inspired me for the rest of the life to explore this amazing world. I have bought a black light even. The pigment he uses, makes his paint way more brighter than you would find anywhere else. Some of the artifacts on the first floor are for sale as well, and can spin your head around. We bought what we could. I forgot my wallet and the lady was kind enough to keep it open extra time, so i could pick it. Although the museum closes at 7 but if you are interested Nik can talk to you the whole day about it.

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    Electric Ladyland
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    Erotic Museum Amsterdam - Abends beleuchtet.

    Erotic Museum Amsterdam

    2.8(10 reviews)
    0.1 kmDe Wallen, Centrum

    I've been chomping at the bit to write a review on this puppy. You know the saying "When in…read moreRome...", well, this stop falls into the category of "When in Amsterdam..." I don't typically find myself at sex museums, but this time, I figured what the hell. Located in the Red Light District, this charmer of a museum aims to strike visitors from the get go with a Dutch female mannequin perched upon a bicycle with a dildo pumping in out and out as she merrily pedals along. Oh what? You don't regularly see Dutch gals on bikes getting it as they roll along? I have to say it was a sour start to the visit. I had hoped the museum would take a moderate stance that didn't objectify women throughout every inch of the four-story building. However, my friend and I entered with an open mind (he seemed to be especially excited) and curious approach. The museum is organized into four small rooms that continue to wind upward floor after floor. One would expect even an Erotic Museum to have nameplates to describe the clay sculptures of Chinese women double-teaming a man sporting a golden, leg-like rod and papyrus covered with naked fairies you find yourself gazing upon. Unfortunately, their were no such nameplates - rather, they were described with simple plates like "China 1945" or "Madonna 1989". In addition to a lack of nameplates, there seems to be no particular organization or pattern from room to room (other than the dedicated S+M floor complete with a mannequin draped upon a chained chair perfect for perverted picture opps). I prefer my sex museums orderly and with rhythm. Maybe I'm a snobby museum-goer, but I'm not going to deny that I like to know what the hell I'm looking at and a building full of sex-related nicknacks isn't going to cut it. One last note, be sure to peek your head in the cartoony side room complete with ceramic mushrooms to sit upon and the.weirdest.fucking.film. you've ever seen. I believe this cartoon porn was created in America based on the English dialect. Imagine (yes, I said imagine - so play along): a cartoon female with only her breasts exposed and cats and other talking animals "putting it to her" or battling raging boners. Weird. Really weird. Like kinda sorta made my skin crawl watching it. But, I'm going to tell you to check it out, but only because it was THAT weird and I want to hear what you think of it.

    This place is not particularly 'Erotic', and would not per se fall in the traditional category of…read more'Museum'. It is however exactly what you would imagine that dirty old man from across the streets basement looks like. The collection of artifacts and..things.. is eclectic, outrageous and humorous. Do not come here if you are of the conservative kind, expecting to see G rated paintings and statues. It's pretty much dicks and dildos galore, and most of the depicted scenes are pretty demented. The room full of black and white antiquated porn is interesting, but not nearly as great as the room filled with mushrooms. Take a seat on one of these huge mushrooms, maybe pop a magic one you bought earlier in the day and enjoy the most fucked up movie you will ever watch. It's a cartoon involving beastiality with cutesie characters if that says enough. I came here as a total joke and to kill some time one day, and actually had a pretty alright time here, considering. If you are visiting Amsterdam for say, three days, this is not the place you'd want to waste your time. However, if you are done 'windowshopping' around the neighborhood, or end up needing shelter for one of the Netherlands' famous downpours - go ahead and push your boundaries for a few minutes. Please try not to fall down the steps tho, with your touristy feet that aren't used to STEEP stairs. I don't know how Dutchies are the tallest folk on Earth and can stand the tiny-ness of everything in their country. Good thing I am fun-sized. Anyways, like I said; this place is not for the faint of heart - but if you have a cooky sense of humor you will be sure to share a few laughs with your buds. PS. Going here you might finally understand why us Dutchies are so keen on biking everywhere. I'm totally kidding of course.. Maybe.

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    Erotic Museum Amsterdam - Frau Antje

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    Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder - museums - Updated May 2026

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