Amsterdam Museums - Art, History & So Much More
Amsterdam's museums rank among the city's most popular visitor attractions, especially "the big three" (Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum and the Anne Frank House Museum). But with more than 50 to choose from, Amsterdam's museums are as diverse as the city itself, educating visitors on everything from WWII resistance efforts and Jewish history to diamond cutting and living on a houseboat.
Hermitage Amsterdam
Explore the treasures of Russia's most magnificent museum in this Dutch satellite branch, the Hermitage Amsterdam.
Explore the treasures of Russia's most magnificent museum in this Dutch satellite branch, the Hermitage Amsterdam.
Visitor Information on the Royal Palace in Amsterdam
Find all you need to know about visiting the Royal Palace on Amsterdam's Dam Square. The Queen of the Netherlands doesn't live there, but this is her official home away from home in the city.
Find all you need to know about visiting the Royal Palace on Amsterdam's Dam Square. The Queen of the Netherlands doesn't live there, but this is her official home away from home in the city.
Top 3 Museums in Amsterdam - Visit 'The Big 3' Amsterdam Museums
These homes to historic and artistic wonders are the most treasured museums in Amsterdam, and all visitors should try to make it to at least one or two them.
These homes to historic and artistic wonders are the most treasured museums in Amsterdam, and all visitors should try to make it to at least one or two them.
What Happened to the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam?
If you tried to visit the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam and found a huge construction site, you'll find out why here.
If you tried to visit the Stedelijk Museum in Amsterdam and found a huge construction site, you'll find out why here.
Amsterdam Museums Open During the Christmas and New Year Holidays
Check this list to find out which Amsterdam museums will be open on the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Check this list to find out which Amsterdam museums will be open on the Christmas and New Year holidays.
Unique and Unusual Museums and Attractions in Amsterdam
So you've explored the Rijksmuseum and the works of Van Gogh and now you're looking for something a little more off-the-wall. These unique and unusual Amsterdam museums won't disappoint.
So you've explored the Rijksmuseum and the works of Van Gogh and now you're looking for something a little more off-the-wall. These unique and unusual Amsterdam museums won't disappoint.
Highlights and Paintings of the Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam has not only the world's largest collection of Van Gogh works, but also permanent and rotating exhibitions of several 19th-century artists, including the Impressionists.
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam has not only the world's largest collection of Van Gogh works, but also permanent and rotating exhibitions of several 19th-century artists, including the Impressionists.
Best Amsterdam Museums to See in Less than an Hour
Short on time or just don't like being inside one museum for hours on end? Visit one of these impressive Amsterdam museums that only take an hour or less to enjoy.
Short on time or just don't like being inside one museum for hours on end? Visit one of these impressive Amsterdam museums that only take an hour or less to enjoy.
Is the Anne Frank House Appropriate for Children?
If you've never visited the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, you may be wondering if the experience would be appropriate for children. Find answers here.
If you've never visited the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam, you may be wondering if the experience would be appropriate for children. Find answers here.
Amsterdam Musuems for World War II History
Occupied by Nazi Germany from 1940 to 1945, the Netherlands was on the forefront of World War II. As such, these Amsterdam museums chronicle the ways in which the city and the country dealt with the war, its atrocities and its end.
Occupied by Nazi Germany from 1940 to 1945, the Netherlands was on the forefront of World War II. As such, these Amsterdam museums chronicle the ways in which the city and the country dealt with the war, its atrocities and its end.
Anne Frank House Visitor's Information and Tips
Find information and helpful tips about visiting Amsterdam's Anne Frank House.
Find information and helpful tips about visiting Amsterdam's Anne Frank House.
Rijksmuseum Visitor's Guide
Despite the ongoing renovation of its main building, the Rijksmuseum currently showcases its finest collection of 17th-century works in "The Masterpieces" exhibition. Much more than an art museum, the Rijksmuseum offers visitors a solid understanding of the political and cultural impact of the Dutch Golden Age through paintings, artifacts and personal belongings of the era's wealthiest families. Here, find resources for making the most of your visit to this must-see Amsterdam attraction.
Despite the ongoing renovation of its main building, the Rijksmuseum currently showcases its finest collection of 17th-century works in "The Masterpieces" exhibition. Much more than an art museum, the Rijksmuseum offers visitors a solid understanding of the political and cultural impact of the Dutch Golden Age through paintings, artifacts and personal belongings of the era's wealthiest families. Here, find resources for making the most of your visit to this must-see Amsterdam attraction.
Van Gogh Museum Visitor's Guide
Find information and helpful tips about visiting Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum, including when to go and how to avoid crowds and lines. The museum has not only the world's largest collection of Van Gogh works, but also permanent and rotating exhibitions of several 19th-century artists, including the Impressionists.
Find information and helpful tips about visiting Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum, including when to go and how to avoid crowds and lines. The museum has not only the world's largest collection of Van Gogh works, but also permanent and rotating exhibitions of several 19th-century artists, including the Impressionists.
Allard Pierson Museum
Archaeological Museum of the University of Amsterdam
Archaeological Museum of the University of Amsterdam
Amsterdams Historisch Museum (Amsterdam Historical Museum)
One of the city's most interesting museums, the Amsterdam Historical Museum tells the story of this intriguing place -- from 13th-century fishing village, to Golden Age capital built on stilts, to modern hub of laid-back, cosmopolitan life -- through engaging displays and interactive media. A visit will help you understand better most everything else you see in Amsterdam.
One of the city's most interesting museums, the Amsterdam Historical Museum tells the story of this intriguing place -- from 13th-century fishing village, to Golden Age capital built on stilts, to modern hub of laid-back, cosmopolitan life -- through engaging displays and interactive media. A visit will help you understand better most everything else you see in Amsterdam.
Anne Frankhuis (Anne Frank House)
Certainly a must-see attraction in Amsterdam, this museum offers visitors a peek into the hiding place of Anne Frank and her family, the very canal house where she wrote her famous diary during the Nazi occupation of the city.
Certainly a must-see attraction in Amsterdam, this museum offers visitors a peek into the hiding place of Anne Frank and her family, the very canal house where she wrote her famous diary during the Nazi occupation of the city.