Top Amsterdam Attractions & Museums

Snap a selfie with George Clooney, strike a pose with Kate Moss, rub shoulders with Barack Obama, and bow down to the Dutch royal family all in one day at Madame Tussauds Amsterdam. From A-listers to pop stars, royals to sports heroes, and even comic book characters, meet incredibly lifelike representations of your favorite celebrities at the Dutch outpost of the world-famous wax museum. An app and other interactive features put you right in the action and will leave visitors of all ages feeling starstruck. 

Bypass the main entrance lines for privately guided tours at Amsterdam’s top two museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—during this half-day excursion. With your own art historian guide, head straight inside the glorious Rijksmuseum. Chart the history of Dutch art as you explore the highlights, and view treasures such as Rembrandt’s ‘Night Watch.’ Following time for lunch, enjoy fast-track admission to the Van Gogh Museum. Follow your guide around the must-see pieces, including ‘Tree Roots and Trunks,’ van Gogh’s last work, and other sublime masterpieces.

Get acquainted with the artistic masterworks inside Amsterdam's iconic Rijksmuseum on this guided tour that includes skip-the-line access. Sail past long lines outside of the museum with your priority-access pass and begin discovering the magnificent oeuvres displayed within. Delve into the history of Holland’s artistic heritage with your expert guide and see collections by world-famous painters like Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt during your enriching tour.  

Enjoy a multi-sensory experience away from the crowded historic attractions on a visit to THIS IS HOLLAND: The Ultimate Flight Experience, ideal for visitors with limited time. Gain an aerial perspective on a flight simulation ride and discover views of Holland’s rural highlights without having to leave the capital. Learn about the country’s history and geography on 4D adventure that utilizes physical stimulus and special effects for a memorable experience.

Experience the thrill of 11 shows, 500 years of history and the energy of a live performance all under one roof during an evening at the Amsterdam Dungeon. See the dark ages up close, learn about torture, disease and death, plus gain insight into the origins of the Grim Reaper on this truly memorable journey into darkness that’s perfect for the whole family.

Visit Amsterdam’s Moco Museum in the Museumplein to admire an exciting range of modern contemporary art. Showcasing works by the art world’s pioneering rock stars, the museum offers tastes of differing artistic movements through exhibitions and guest curators. Highlights include exhibitions by the likes of Salvador Dalí and Banksy. Skip-the-line admission is included with your entrance ticket.

Visit the Netherlands' National Maritime Museum in Amsterdam with skip-the-line admission. Learn all about the golden age of Dutch maritime history as you wander the exhibits, which include naval artifacts and a replica of the ‘Amsterdam,’ an East Indiaman ship moored next to the museum.

Johan Cruyff Arena is home to Ajax, one of the most successful clubs in world soccer history. On this tour you can get a rare look behind the scenes and visit areas, including the dressing room, typically reserved for only the players.

Youseum is an Amsterdam-based experiential museum all about social media. At Youseum you’re the artist, artwork, and critic. Pose for photos, laugh, play, pretend, and explore along a 1.5-hour guided tour through 15 stunningly curated rooms. Dive into a sea of likes and be reflective in the largest infinity room in The Netherlands. Splash around in a gigantic ball-pit, get married in an LGBTQ wedding chapel, and sleep on piles of cash in the International Bank of You. Let your creativity run wild while engaging your brain. Youseum asks you to look closer, think deeper, and be bolder. Guides, called ‘heroes’, ensure that your guided tour is tons of fun and especially tailored to you. From everyone at Youseum: welcome to you.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the Dutch capital on a visit to the WONDR Experience, a picture-perfect playground in the heart of Amsterdam Noord, where you can dive into an adult-sized ball pit, dance beneath confetti, or ride a giant swing. Great for a rainy day, there’s plenty to enjoy across the site’s 15 indoor installations, with included locker hire ensuring a hassle-free visit.

Book a ticket in advance for admission to the House of Bols Cocktail & Genever Experience, situated on the Museumplein, or museum quarter, in Amsterdam. This innovative attraction provides interactive exhibits about Holland’s oldest spirit brands: Bols and Genever, the Dutch equivalent of gin. Take a self-guided tour through the Hall of Taste, the World of Cocktails and the Bols Genever Room before you sidle up to the Mirror Bar to watch mixologists shake up that perfect drink.

Be dazzled by glittering gems and one-of-a-kind treasures at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam! Follow the journey of the world’s most coveted stones from deep inside the earth to settings on royal crowns and valuable works of wearable art. Browse glittering, diamond-encrusted displays and learn about the long history of the diamond trade in the Netherlands. You can even watch professional stone polishers and goldsmiths at work creating modern, high-carat masterpieces. 

Explore Amsterdam’s Jewish history and heritage with admission to the Portuguese Synagogue, a 17th-century Sephardic place of worship with stunning architecture and artifacts. Take in the beautifully-preserved interior, from grand stone pillars to plaster walls and a series of 72 windows. Your ticket includes admission to the most important heritage sites in Amsterdam's Jewish Cultural Quarter.

Incredible experience visiting such a unique exhibition. You will be surely staggered by the intricacy and detail that goes in to each piece. The beauty is breathtaking and you will leave here stunned by what you have seen. Marvel as the works become smaller in size and yet even more magnificent. A must see in the museums of Amsterdam while it is on view.

Enjoy two of Amsterdam’s must-do activities in one day with a scenic canal cruise and an admission ticket to the Van Gogh Museum. Settle into a comfortable, all-glass cruise boat and soak in the pretty 17th-century architecture, bridges and churches strung along the city’s UNESCO-listed canals. After admiring the sights from the water, make your way to the Van Gogh Museum. Explore the stunning collections by Van Gogh and his contemporaries, including his world-famous ‘Sunflowers,’ self-portraits and more.

Peruse the renowned exhibits at the Stedelijk Museum, a must-see destination when visiting Amsterdam. View the Netherlands' largest collection of contemporary art and design, including works by Cézanne, Chagall, De Kooning, Picasso, Pollock, Warhol and 20th-century Dutch masters. Use your admission ticket to stroll through the renovated building and extended wing at your own pace.

Sail past the long lines outside of the enriching Amsterdam Museum with a priority-access entrance ticket to one of the Dutch capital’s finest cultural institutions. Gain fascinating insight into the cultural, industrial and agricultural development of Amsterdam through a range of informative exhibits. Explore the museum at your own pace with your unlimited ticket, marvelling at exceptional permanent exhibits like Amsterdam DNA and the Little Orphanage.

Immerse yourself in the opulent chambers and fabulous features of the Museum Willet-Holthuysen with an admission ticket to the famous cultural institution in Amsterdam. Explore the interior of the 17th-century canal house to discover impressive collections of classic art, antique furniture and sparkling silverware. Learn about the vibrant history of the Willet family, the former owners of the house, and explore the entertaining exhibits at your own pace with your unrestricted ticket.

In just 25 minutes you learn about the life of Rembrandt and his family. The story come to life with video projections, music and special effects. In small groups you will be guided through a reconstruction of Rembrandt’s last house, in which he spend the last 10 years of his life and made his iconic last works. In this new type of attraction in the centre of Amsterdam, you will receive a free map in which you can walk to all the important Rembrandt locations in Amsterdam.

Gain admission to four institutions in the Jewish Cultural Quarter of Amsterdam, located near the Waterlooplein. Visit the Jewish Historical Museum, JHM Children’s Museum, and Portuguese Synagogue. Learn about Jewish heritage in the Netherlands with this multi-attraction pass, which includes an audio tour with recorded commentary and a map for a self-guided tour of the old Jewish neighborhood. Your ticket is valid for one month.

The mobile app helps you explore Rijksmuseum with a private audio tour (included). You will have a entrance ticket with a PDF we will send to you. The audio tour has clean navigation, filled with exciting stories from professional guides. Treat yourself to a wonderful day and explore one of Amsterdam’s grandest museums, the Rijksmuseum, with the private audio tour. The Rijksmuseum's internationally revered collection features some of the nation’s most famous works, including historic art by Vermeer, Frans Hals, and perhaps most notably Rembrandt’s ‘The Night Watch’, which takes pride of place in a beautifully lit hall allowing visitors to enjoy every tiny detail. The audio guide on the mobile app is the best way to enjoy the tour at your own pace and be independent of a group tour. The mobile app is available on App Store and Google Play and works offline. Enjoy your party only!

STRAAT celebrates a wide variety of styles, shapes, techniques and messages, as told by the greatest art movement of our time: street art. The ever-changing exhibition at Amsterdam's Museum for Graffiti & Street art kicks off before you even walk through the doors. On the outside of the building you will find a gigantic multicolored portrait of Anne Frank. Artists from all over the world have traded their murals in the streets of New York, Tokyo and São Paulo for a more traditional medium. Nothing has been sacrificed in terms of size; their canvases remain life-size, as do the stories and lives of the artists who brought their work here.

The Netherlands is known for many things, including canals, windmills and it is very flat. But by far the tastiest contribution to the world is cheese. One of these delicacies is Edam, and in the quintessentially Dutch town it is named after, you can get a real taste of these melting exports. The Edam Cheese Experience takes you back to the invention in the Middle Ages and discover how it is made today. Discover everything there is to know about Edam cheese with an audio guide. Find out all about this historic city and its relationship with the famous cheese.Taste Henri Willig cheeses after the experience.

Book an admission ticket for The Upside Down Amsterdam online, and get instant confirmation for your trip to one of Europe’s largest Instagram experiences. Saving you time and hassle at the turnstiles, the prebooked ticket lets you enter with ease so you have more time to focus on the fun stuff. Brain-teasers, light tricks, and rooms that beg for creative poses await.