Discover all the museums in Amsterdam

As its name belies, this museum is all about the history, the present and the future of Amsterdam. It houses a good number of Masterpieces that tell the story of the city with interactive exhibitions about the DNA of Amsterdam and Little Orphange (popular with kids).

It is in the centre of the city, 15 min walk from Centraal Station. Visitors entrance: Kalverstraat 92, Sint Luciensteeg 27.

One of the most famous attractions in Amsterdam. Anne Frank House is dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank. This is more than a museum, it is a part of history and where she hid with her family from the Nazi’s. To visit is a moving memorable experience.

Anne Frank House is located in the city centre along the Prisengracht 263-267

Amsterdam is synominous with diamonds and there are many ways you can enjoy the sparkle of these precious gems when in the city. You can visit the Diamant Museum on Museum Square or Royal Coster Diamonds and Gassan Diamonds are factories that also run various tours, and there are plenty of diamond shops in Amsterdam.

Use our link below to discover all about diamonds in Amsterdam.

The Verzets Museum focusses on how the civil Dutch population reacted to the occupation of the Nazi’s. The exhibition covers all forms of resistance, a fascinating insight into a dark time.

In the plantage neighbourhood opposite the zoo. Plantage Kerklaan 61
1018 CX  

National museum for film. Over 40,000 films from classics, to cult to blockbuster. There are 4 cinemas, an exhibition space, educational floor, store and restaurant.

Located directly opposite Centraal Station across the IJ River. Use a free ferry to get there.

Opens daily at various times for the different attractions. Use link below for timings.

Tickets: Again vary depending on attraction.

Visually enthralling art projected onto massive interior walls enveloping you within a light and sound experience you’ll remember for a long time.

Fabrique des Lumières is located in the Westergas region of Amsterdam, a short 10 minute bus or bike ride from Amsterdam Centraal Station.

Opens daily. Peak times 9am – 9pm and off-peak (winter) 9am – 5pm.

Tickets: €15 for adults – concessions available

World renowned photography museum in the heart of Amsterdam. They have exhibitions, events, tours, workshops and lectures as well as their own magazine. A must for any photography fan.

Located in the centre of Amsterdam – Keizergracht 609.

Museum of the Canals. Here you will find the 400 year old history of the canals and Amsterdam. You can explore the museum using the free audio-guide and discover how important the canals are and why they are still so popular today.

Location: Herengracht 386 – use Tram 2,11 and 12 to Koningsplein.

The H’ART Museum Amsterdam was formely known as the Hermitage Amsterdam, it showcased the world heritage of the State Hermitage in St Petersburg. Taking inspiration from the links between Amsterdam and St Petersburg. However, since Russia invaded Ukraine the museum cut its ties and after a few years of working out how to operate as a museum, it has returned as H’ART Museum. They have partnered with three major museums in Pompidou (Paris) Smithsonian Amercian Art Museum (Washington DC) and the British Museum (London). The museum now classes itself as a museum for museums. In essence putting on shows of collections from these and other museums. You can expect an ecletic mix of high profile exhibits on show at the H’ART.

Location: Amstel 51. Get off tram (14 from centraal Station) at Waterlooplein stop.

Amsterdam’s first photography museum with 14 exhibition spaces. Housed in two huge 17th century canal houses creates a unique gallery and museum experience, Huis Marseille focusses on photography that embodies a passionate spirit of enquiry.

Location: Keizergracht 401. Use Tram 2, 11 or 12 and get off at Keizergracht stop.

The Moco Museum is a boutique museum with a focus on modern and contemporary art. This is where you’ll find art from some of the biggest modern names including Banksy, Jeff Koons, Jean-Michel Basquiat, KAWS, Keith Haring, Warhol and many more. This is an incredibly popular museum to make you think and smile and one not to be missed.

Location: Moco Museum, Honthorststraat 20 (Museumplein), 1071 DE Amsterdam. By tram from Amsterdam Central Station Line 2 (terminating at Nieuw Sloten), Line 12 (terminating at Amstel Station).

A 17th century house from the Dutch Golden Age with a church in the attic. Our Lord in the Attic is seen as more than a museum, but a place to reflect and discover the freedom of religion and conscience that the Netherlands is famous for. Attracts over 100,000 visitors yearly.

Location: Oudezijds Voorburgwal 38 – 5 mins from Centraal Station on foot.

One of the finest canal houses in Amsterdam. Here you can house of the regent family Van Loon. Willem van Loon co-founded the Dutch East-India Company. The family opens their home to the public everyday where you can see their collection and history and enjoy the grounds.

Location: Keizersgracht 672. Tram 24 stop at Muntplein.

het scheepvaart national maritime museum has one of the largest and most important maritime collections in the world. Explore 500 years of Dutch Maritime history with model ships, paintings, navigation instruments and maps.

Location: Kattenburgerplein 1 – Easy to get to by bike or boat (use Stromma which stops in front of museum) from Centraal Station.

Five floors of science and technology. Explore and learn by doing is their approach and visitors will experience phenomena such as light, sounds, gravity and electricity. A place loved by kids and families in one of the most iconic buildings in Amsterdam with its own rooftop piazza giving visitors lovely views.

Location: Oosterdok 2 – you can walk from Centraal Station to Nemo in 15-minutes.

For nearly 20 years Rembrandt lived and worked in this house in the heart of Amsterdam. The house has been refurbished with furniture and art from this period and you can visit his studio, the old kitchen and art room full of inspiring objects. Discover Rembrandt in his home.

Location: Jodenbreestraat 4, a 15 minute walk from Centraal Station.

Rijksmuseum is one of the worlds most well-known art museums. Its collection showcases the history of The Netherlands and includes masterpieces from Rembrandt, Vermeer, Van Gogh, Hals, and Jan Steen. The Night Watch is the most famous painting housed in the Rijksmuseum and is a must-see of any visit to Amsterdam.

Location: Museumstraat 1. In Museumplein use trams 2 or 12 from Centraal Station to Rijksmuseum stop.

Its full name Venustempel Sex Museum is an open exploration of sex and love throughout the ages. The owners gathered a wide range of unusual, interesting and just plain fun artefacts, erotic pictures, paintings and recordings and then packaged them in a way that does not feel seedy, but will certainly open your eyes. It is one of the most visited museums in Amsterdam for good reason.

Location: Damrak 18, virtually opposite Centraal Station.

Stedelijk Museum is the home of contemporary and modern art and design in Amsterdam. It is also an active hub of art events including concerts, films, performances and lectures. See art from renowned artists such as Picasso, Appel, Mondriaan and Monet.

Location: Museumplein 10. On Museum Square neighbouring Rijksmuseum & Van Gogh Museum.

Straat Museum is the museum for graffiti and street art. This is a modern exciting museum showcasing incredible street art in a huge national monument on the NDSM Wharf. The museum resides in a 8000m2 warehouse, which allows it to showcase huge wall sized art by established and up and coming artists. If you have seen enough traditional paintings then this museum is guaranteed to give you a whole new breathtaking experience of modern art.

Location: Straat Museum, NDSM- Plein 1 (take a ferry from rear of central Station).

Tropenmuseum is a museum of world cultures. The museum focuses on themes that universally connect people worldwide. There is also Tropenmuseum Junior designed as a museum for children that makes the museum experience less passive and more engaging. A hidden gem in a huge beautiful building.

Location: Linnauesstraat 2, in Amsterdam Oost – Tram 14, stop Eerste van Swindenstraat from Centraal Station.

One of the the most popular attractions in Amsterdam. This museum is dedicated to the life and work of Vincent Van Gogh, but also showcases other artists too. There are around 200 paintings, 400 drawings and 700 letters so any fan of the artist will not be disappointed.

Location: Van Gogh Museum, Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam.

This museum is run by the Amsterdam Museum. It is the house of Abraham Willet and Sandrina Holthuysen and was left to the City of Amsterdam when Louisa died. The house was built in 1687 and contains valuable artefacts and art collections, as well as representing wealthy living on the canals near the end of the Golden Age. Its location, the famous Ring of Canals is on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Location: Herengracht 605. Use Tram 4 or 14 and stop at Rembrandtplein.