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    Van Gogh Museum

    4.4 (762 reviews)
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    Joanna V.

    This beautiful museum was one of the highlights of our trip. We bought tickets in advance, which was definitely the right move during the busy holiday season. The timing on the tickets also makes for an enjoyable experience inside the museum as it is fairly busy due to what a staple it is to visit. But also because of what a magical experience it is to walk through the catalogued work of Van Gogh and the artists he's influenced. All the pieces are displayed throughout the multifloor building with great descriptions of what he was experiencing in his life at the time. We also went with the audio companion which I rather enjoyed because my friend and I were able to pick and choose what moved us the most and were on our own separate time schedules. The museum also offers two shops, a cafe, and coat room/lockers (these were at no extra cost). In front of the Van Gogh museum there's is a big square and during the Christmas season it has a large Christmas market with plenty to eat and do, which made for a whole day of activities. (Great plus, again if traveling to the area during the winter season.)

    Karla D.

    I had waited so long to make it here. An absolute bucket list experience. For me, it is one of the most important art museums in existence. To be in the very presence of so many pieces by Vincent was just mind-blowing. I had to keep pinching myself. We spent hours there going over every painting detail, soaking up all of the mementos from his life and childhood. This visit was hands down one of the best days of my life.

    Eliko S.

    I've had the good fortune to visit this treasure trove of a museum three times over the last 17 years. My most recent visit was yesterday. We purchased our timed tickets via the website and well in advance of our trip. We arrived at 2:07 for our 2:15 time slot, and we were let right in. The bottom floor of the museum is where you start. There are free lockers (3 different sizes) where you can securely store belongings that you don't want to tote throughout the museum. There are also plenty of bathrooms, a large gift shop and a cafe on this level as well. We accessed the temporary exhibit "yellow" from this floor as well. (There is another cafe upstairs, as well as a book shop (boekwinkel!). Then we headed up the escalator to start seeing the permanent collection, of which there are three floors. In a labyrinthine fashion you wander through various stages and important parts of VVG's life. You relearn about his mental health struggles. You understand how important his brother, Theo, was to him in so many ways. You experience the evolution of his prodigious talent, You witness firsthand how his work influenced the work of so many other noteworthy artists. You spend a few moments being in awe that you're actually seeing these works yourself, and with your own eyes, and you feel infinitely grateful for this opportunity. Indeed, this museum is a gem. It can be quite crowded which is to be expected, so a dose of patience is beneficial as you make your way from room to room. Do note that the primary way folks access each floor is via a set of floating staircases. However an additional set of stairs on the side of the building are also available as well as two elevators. An audiotour is available to rent for 3.75 euros for adults and it is free for those under 18. There are lots of folks who work at the museum and by and large they are friendly and helpful. While the museum is touristy, it is absolutely worth seeing. I suggest perhaps arriving early to help with the crowds, and possibly during a week when there are no school holidays :) No matter when you visit though, you'll be glad you did! Peace.

    Shane J.

    What a wonderful museum and documentation of the life of Van Gogh! The sketches...paintings and letters to his brother Theo gave great insight to the genius and unfortunate madness that Van Gogh possessed. I am grateful to have visited and laid my eyes on the multiple masterpieces of this great artist!

    Outside of the museum on a rainy evening
    Susan C.

    Among the handful of must-see locations in Amsterdam for tourists, the Van Gogh Museum is one of the most popular, being the world's largest collection of his art. Compared to some other art museums this one opened fairly recently in 1973 with the main mission of sharing, acquiring, researching, educating about Vincent van Gogh's artwork, including some of those by his influences and contemporaries. Located in Museumplein (museum square) in the Museum Quarter district of Amsterdam, the museum is directly across from the Stedelijk Museum and a short 5-6 minutes walk from the Rijksmuseum. Tickets are not available at the door, they must be booked in advance online by timeslot, and you have about 15 minutes before or after your time slot to arrive. Once booked you can have it emailed to you and either print it out or download it on your phone. Entering the modern building the main lobby is surrounded by glass windows and you descend via escalators down into the museum, where in the open space an info counter, gift shop, clockroom/lockers and bathrooms are available. The lockers are free and pretty high tech, you choose a size of locker, pin # and symbol, and the door pops open. To retrieve your belongings you have to use the same digital touch screen display, enter your locker #, pins and your corresponding locker door opens. The core exhibit of van Gogh's art begins chronologically on the ground floor with many "Self Portraits"s and "The Potato Eaters" being central features, then continues up two more floors (and two flights of stairs, elevator available for accessibility-assisted patrons). "Sunflowers," one of four versions of this painting is on the second floor. The third floor ends with some of his famous landscapes and cherry blossom paintings, including "The Harvest" and "The White Orchard." I really enjoyed the museum and spent about 2 hours here, it was definitely very crowded even in November on a very rainy Friday night, so come prepared for crowds. People were quite polite for the most part about waiting patiently for their turn to snap pictures of popular paintings, of course no flash allowed. The current special exhibit was on van Gogh's art and friendship with the Roulin family whom he painted on numerous occasion, with paintings from various sites reunited for this showcase. Admission is not included in the popular "i amsterdam" card, it's €24 ticket for adults, free for children under 18, €11 for students, free with the Museumkaart pass available for Dutch residents. Hours open are 9am-5pm daily except 9am-9pm on Fridays. For more info: https://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/en

    Gilbert R.

    Well-organized, terrific walking tour of the life and works of one of the most recognizable and renowned painters in history. Takes about a couple hours to fully appreciate it all. Once you begin, you can grab an optional audio handset that guides you through each room. It's done sequentially, and begins from Van Gogh's earliest work, to his later years. Many of his famous paintings are housed in this museum, including his self portrait and sunflower. If you don't know already, perhaps his most famous work of all - Starry Night - is not here, unfortunately; that was sold long ago to the Museum of Modern Art in NY. Very nice bookstore near the end awaits you with lots of pretty, high-quality souvenirs to choose from. There's an excellent cafe inside as well. Definitely would recommend this museum if you're in town!

    Katy W.

    Very beautiful well put together museum about Van Gogh's artworks and life. It was about four floors and organized by his timeline. There was so much details about him from the start of his life all the way till the end. They also included his friends' artworks in the museum which was amazing because you can see the artwork he was surrounded by. This was truly an unforgettable experience and I recommend eating before going because you'll spend hours here without noticing

    Diana G.

    A great museum. You learn a lot of Van Gogh's history. It will probably take you about 1.5-2 hours to go through it. We had 9am tickets. When we showed up, they had a sign saying all tickets were sold out, so book early. They have lockers at the entrance if you don't want to carry your stuff around. They are free.

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    Rickey S.

    The Van Gogh Museum is a must-do for every first-time visitor to Amsterdam. Keep in mind, you MUST purchase a scheduled ticket ahead online, and they do sell out. Even with the metered entry, the museum can get crowded, especially in front of the major works. We spent a few euro extra for the audio tour, and it was 100% worth it. I learned so much about Van Gogh's life and art that I would've otherwise never known. The building itself is modern and beautiful, located on the big Museumplein park. I recommend scheduling your ticket as early as possible to try to avoid the afternoon crowds and enjoy the artwork at your own pace.

    Shoshana A.

    The Van Gogh Museum was a nice experience. **PRO TIP** Buy your tickets in advance! It's a very large museum, not that it looks large from the outside. There is ALOT to look at, basically every one of his paintings is here. There were about 4 floors we climbed up and looked through before I needed to ask the employee where 'Starry Night' was. He looked at me and said, "I believe that's in New York." The sheer terror in my eyes was damned enough. "Oh great, the country I just came from has the painting I wanted to see the most." I was honestly pretty upset, but this has nothing to do with the museum. The weird thing is, in the gift shop, the didn't have anything related to 'Starry Night' either. I would've loved to go home with something!

    Tulip Fields near The Hague - Claude Monet (1886).
    Jasmine A.

    Another must-see attraction in Amsterdam is the Van Gogh Museum, and like most popular attractions, you have to purchase timed tickets. Being an extremely popular museum, tickets sell out well in advance, but I was able to purchase tickets and we went first thing in the morning on our last day in Amsterdam. When we went last year, the price of admission was €22 for an adult admission (I was able to get the student price of €11), although per the website, the price is now €32.50 for an adult and €16.25 for a student -- yikes! Things to note: there are lockers in which you can store your coats and small bags -- very convenient! There is also a great gift shop. I enjoyed my visit and seeing Van Gogh's artwork. However, there was this really annoying woman who went around and took photos of every painting with her phone, without even stopping to look at the artwork. Her phone made an annoying "pop pop" sound when she took a photo (clearly she didn't understand how to mute or lower the volume) and she would push people out of the way to take a photo. To amuse ourselves, we made up a story about this woman: Her name is Irma, and she's British but lives in Germany. She hates cats and has two pugs named Francois and Abelard. The pugs are overweight and hate her as she dresses them up and posts the photos on Instagram. She's a hoarder and collects Precious Moments figurines. She travels solo just to take photos and doesn't stop to actually take a look at what she's seeing -- it's all for the 'gram. She hates her co-workers, is an office snitch, and keeps logs of all their bathroom breaks. She drinks Moscato. [Yelp collections: Europe 2024; Amsterdam, the Netherlands; Museums and Art Galleries]

    Robert C.

    Largest collection of Van Gogh paintings in the world. Wife purchased tickets and made reservations online for entry several days in advance. Timed entries on the ticket to restrict the number of people entering at any one time. May 27,2024 Took the tram from Centraal Amsterdam train station and got off within a block of the museum. We got in as soon as they opened, even though our ticket was for half an hour later. There is no longer a no photographs policy, and so took 33 pictures. Saw as much as possible in the first hour, and by late morning the place was packed, with a dozen deep in front of the more popular paintings. Fascinated by the life of Vincent Van Gogh, his brother, and how his wife and son made his paintings world famous after his tragic death. 33 pictures, but there are 200 paintings by Van Gogh.

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    Pamela G.

    Absolutely wonderful . Last visit was quite a few years ago and I'm so happy I got to go back. Thrilling to see so many of Van Gogh's works. The cafe was fun and we had an excellent lunch there. You can't miss this if you're visiting Amsterdam.

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    You won't see every painting of his, especially given that some (like Starry Night) are held elsewhere.

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    Rijksmuseum - Hendrick Avercamp "Winter Landscape with Ice Skaters"

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    4.5(490 reviews)
    0.3 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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    Bols Cocktail Experience Amsterdam - Bar you can hang out in after the tour

    Bols Cocktail Experience Amsterdam

    4.4(102 reviews)
    0.1 kmMuseumkwartier, Zuid
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    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 enjoy distillery tours when I travel. I browsed the list of attractions that accept the I…read moreAmsterdam card and came across Bols Amsterdam. It's located near Museumplein by all of the major museums which was so convenient. I was interested in doing a cocktail class with the tour, but wasn't sure if I could book the class with the I Amsterdam card. I sent an email through the website and a DM on Instagram and no one responded, which was disappointing. When I arrived, I inquired about it. They offered to let me upgrade my ticket, but I declined. Once I got checked in, I received a vial of a mystery flavored genever to taste at the end of the tour. The tour is self guided and it is truly a sensory experience. The tour starts with the history of Bols, then goes into the process of making genever. There are interactive elements throughout. It was really cool to see Lucas Bols' original recipe book from 1820. Towards the end of the tour, I tried the mystery genever in the sensory booth. I don't remember the flavor, but it was red and it was sweet. The sensory booth contains a camera that records your reaction as you're tasting it. At the end of the tour, guests are able to enjoy a complimentary cocktail. The bar area was really cool. They have a flair booth where you can learn how to spin and throw cocktail bottles. They also had house music playing which created a fun vibe. The bartender that made my drink was Serchan (pronounced "Sar-John"). He was so nice and let me sample a couple of genevers. I ordered the First Aid cocktail. It was citrus forward and refreshing! He also printed out a receipt with the cocktail recipe. I threw some cash in the tip jar and learned that they accept cash in any currency! This was a fun experience! Any activity where I can have a delicious cocktail and learn something new is right up my alley.

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

    Anne Frank Huis

    4.6(755 reviews)
    1.9 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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    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

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    4.1(590 reviews)
    0.7 kmDe Pijp, Zuid
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    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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    Stedelijk Museum - More 20th century art and objects, Alexander Calder mobile hanging from ceiling

    Stedelijk Museum

    4.0(90 reviews)
    0.1 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

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    Electric Ladyland

    Electric Ladyland

    4.1(10 reviews)
    1.9 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)
    2.1 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

    Frau Antje

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