Amsterdam is a vibrant European capital where there's no room for dullness or monotony. Every attraction here captivates the imagination, and the city's liberal attitudes attract young people from all over the world.
However, the local cultural attractions can also surprise you with bold ideas and unconventional exhibitions. We invite you to visit the unusual museums of Amsterdam and get inspired by their captivating atmosphere.
Heineken Experience Beer Museum
The Heineken beer brand is known worldwide, and the brewery was founded in Amsterdam in 1864. Now, all those who appreciate hoppy beverages can delve into the history of this famous brand and see firsthand the beer-making process at the Heineken Experience.
First, you will enter rooms displaying antique beer bottles, advertising posters, and labels. Then, you will witness the beer-making process and even taste the initial wort. The museum features authentic copper vats and key beer ingredients such as malt and hops. There is also a special class where bartenders teach visitors how to pour beer correctly into glasses.
The tour concludes in the tasting room, where you can sample various beers. Among additional options offered by the museum is a boat tour through Amsterdam's canals on a branded boat.
- Opening hours: Monday - Thursday from 10:30 to 19:30, Friday - Sunday from 10:30 to 21:00
- Ticket price: €16 for adults, €12.50 for children aged 12-17, free for children under 11
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NEMO Science Center
Looking for family-friendly activities in Amsterdam? The simple answer is the NEMO Science Center. In this museum, touching, experimenting, and exploring are encouraged. Fascinating interactive tours will delight both children and adults.
Want to create giant soap bubbles? Go ahead! Compose your personal DNA code? No problem! This museum teaches children about numerous physical and chemical processes in a playful and engaging way. Countless installations vividly demonstrate various physical laws. The museum has a real chemistry lab where visitors can conduct their own experiments. Various digital and electronic attractions are also available.
The NEMO Science Center regularly hosts interactive workshops, lectures, presentations, and shows. After making some exciting discoveries, make sure to visit the museum's rooftop to enjoy a cup of coffee while taking in the Amsterdam view.
- Opening hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10:00 to 17:30
- Ticket price: €16.50 for adults and children aged 4 and up, free for children under 3
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Hash Marijuana & Hemp Museum
A significant factor in shaping Amsterdam's modern image is the legalization of marijuana. Regardless of whether you support or oppose this substance, a visit to the Hash Marihuana & Hemp Museum is a must.
The museum's exhibit includes a greenhouse with live plants and rooms featuring various items related to the history and culture of marijuana use. You'll see smoking pipes of different shapes and documentary evidence of hemp being used for medicinal purposes dating back to the 16th century.
Additionally, you'll find clothing made from hemp stems.
- Opening hours: Monday - Sunday from 10:00 to 22:00
- Ticket price: €9 for adults and children aged 13 and up, free for children under 13 (only when accompanied by adults)
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Electric Ladyland Fluorescent Museum
Add some bright colors to your life! At the Electric Ladyland Museum, you'll be transported to a parallel world. It is the only fluorescent art museum in the world, consisting of several levels. The first room features glowing paintings in the dark. Then, the guide (who is also the museum's creator) will take you to a special cave where you can take fantastic photos.
During the tour, you'll also get to see the owner's personal collection of natural and artificial fluorescent materials. You'll learn how these glowing materials are used in medicine, criminology, and other fields.
- Opening hours: Tuesday - Saturday from 13:00 to 18:00
- Ticket price: €5 for adults and children aged 12 and up, free for children under 12
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Houseboat Museum
The capital of the Netherlands offers accommodations for every taste - from modern hotels to historic inns and apartments. You can find a hotel in Amsterdam in advance on the InTravel portal. Once you've settled into your cozy room and rested after your journey, we recommend exploring a unique living space - the Houseboat Museum.
The barge Hendrika Maria was built in 1914 to transport various goods through Amsterdam's canals. Some time later, the vessel's owner decided to transform it into a cozy houseboat museum.
On board, there are four cabins, a spacious living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom. During the tour, you can appreciate all the perks of life on the water, take beautiful photos, and enjoy a cup of coffee with a view of the canal.
- Opening hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10:00 to 17:00
- Ticket price: €4.50 for adults and children aged 15 and up; €3.50 for children aged 5-15
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