The museums not to miss whilst visiting Amsterdam!
Amsterdam has some great museums that are worth checking out. From the famous Anne Frank House to the Rijksmuseum and the lesser known Moco Museum.
I’ve made a list of all the museums that I paid a visit that I can’t highly recommend enough!
- Anne Frank House – Westermarkt 20, 1016 DK Amsterdam
The Anne Frank House is a must-see in Amsterdam. It is an independent non-profit organisation that runs the museum in the house where Anne Frank went into hiding during WW2.
The Museum is very special as you get a real insight on how it would have been like as you experience her story through quotes, photos, videos, and original items.
The Museum is VERY popular so make sure you book your tickets in advance as you cannot buy tickets inside, only online. You can buy tickets now by clicking this link!
2. Van Gogh Museum – Museumplein 6, Amsterdam
The Van Gogh Museum is one of the most popular museums in the world, this is largely due to it housing the largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh – more than 200 paintings, 500 drawings and 700 of his letters.
There are always queues outside the door so make sure to book your ticket online and get there early. Whether you are an art fan, Van Gogh lover or art newbie, this museum will appeal to everyone from all ages and art expertise.
3. Rijksmuseum – Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam
The Rijksmuseum is one of Amsterdam’s grandest and most popular museums. Its vast collection showcases iconic art and a wide variety of artefacts that reflect more than 800 years of Dutch and global history.
The Museum is situated in the city’s Museumplein (Museum Square). It gets very crowded during the day, so to have a more enjoyable experience its best to get there as early as possible. Queues should be expected so book your ticket online here using this link.
After you have visited the museum, take a walk around the square and you’ll find the famous ‘I Am Amsterdam’ sign – Yes it’s absolutely mandatory to take a photo.
4. Moco Museum – Honthorststraat 20, 1071 DE Amsterdam
Moco Museum is a great boutique museum with a wide range of modern and contemporary artworks. It is situated in Villa Alsberg, a townhouse overlooking Museumplein in the heart of Amsterdam.
The museum offers a unique experience that showcases the work from artists such as Banksy, Andy Warhol and Roy Lichtenstein.
If you’re wanting to visit a museum that is more modern and focuses on Popular Culture, this is the place to go! Not only do you get to see the interior of the house and the artwork inside, but you also get to walk around the gardens where you will find sculptures and other artwork. If you book online you get a small discount, click here to get your tickets now.
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