There are a lot of museums to be found in the capital Amsterdam. It really is a museum city! But which children's museum in Amsterdam is really fun to visit with children? And are there special activities organized for children? There are really many children's museums in Amsterdam that have come up with something fun for both young and old. And often there are fun extra activities during the school holidays, you can also find these in the agenda!
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Children's museums in Amsterdam for children!
1 . NEMO Science museum
Most people will know the NEMO Science museum Amsterdam. This museum was proclaimed the children's museum of North Holland this year. There is endless to do for children in this museum. The entire building is full of things to do and try out yourself. In short; A day to never forget! More information >
2. The National Maritime Museum (Scheepvaartmuseum)
Indispensable in this list in the National Maritime Museum, a real children's museum in Amsterdam. Of course, a visit to the VOC ship De Amsterdam cannot be missed. A pleasure for children to actually discover and explore the ship from the inside and outside. But in the museum they have also done their best to make it a really nice visit, from a look-and-do fan to fun activities and performances. Especially during the school holidays! View more information >
3. Wondr Experience
Wonder Experience is a real experience museum. You use your own creativity and imagination. It inspires you and provides a lot of fun! All senses are stimulated by the colorful environment. Get lost in an alien jungle, dive into a sea of pink marshmallows, dance under a glittering sky, write on the walls, jump into the biggest ball pit you have ever seen... In short; there is plenty of crazy stuff to experience. Actually a museum for adults and not a real children's museum, but super fun for the kids! See more information >
4. Rijksmuseum
Children up to 18 years old can visit the Rijksmuseum for free. There are special family tours for the children. During these tours it is not only looking and listening, but also doing. You can also choose to discover the Rijksmuseum yourself with your family. For example, you can follow special example tours via the app, participate in a family game or follow a snap guide with famous YouTubers! Have you ever seen 'de Nachtwacht' in real life? More information >
5. The Upside Down museum
The Upside Down Amsterdam is the largest interactive museum in Europe with no less than 1,500 m2 of surface area, 25 different rooms and decors. For the perfect pictures on Instagram! A fantastic mix of a museum, an amusement park, a nightclub and the perfect backgrounds. Travel to a completely new dimension where you can go further than you ever thought! More information >
6. Wereldmuseum Amsterdam (Tropenmuseum Junior)
At the Wereldmuseum Amsterdam (Tropenmuseum) they have a special section for children; Tropenmuseum Junior. This is a real children's museum in Amsterdam. Here children and their families can get to know different cultures. The special exhibition Sabi Suriname tells you everything you want to know about Suriname. Not only can you see things here, but you can also do, feel and listen.
6. Verzetsmuseum Junior
Did you know that the Verzetsmuseum has a special children's museum? The Resistance Museum Junior. This museum takes you back in time. The children Jan, Nelly, Henk and Eva take you along with their stories and tell you how they experienced the war at that time. At the counter you can pick up a detective book to get started actively. View the original objects, photos, documents, audio fragments and interactive games. More information >
7. Micropia at ARTIS
The Van Gogh Museum also offers special family tours with a guide for children and an interactive family audio tour (part of the multimedia tour) especially for families with children between 6 and 12 years old and therefore a children's museum in Amsterdam! But also discover the free detective hunts for children, with which you can explore the paintings. If the children return these completed at the information desk, they will receive a gift! More information >
8. Stedelijk Museum
You can also experience the Stedelijk Museum together with your family. Get to know each other better during a family tour (every Saturday). Or go on a Whatsapp treasure hunt yourself (every Sunday)! All audio tours are of course also suitable for children. Vuurvliegje Lux takes the children through the museum in a fun and active way. And during the holidays there are fun activities! More information >
9. Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum also offers special family tours with a children's guide and an interactive family audio tour (part of the multimedia tour) especially for families with children between 6 and 12 years old. But also discover the free treasure hunts for children, with which you can explore the paintings. If the children return these completed at the information desk, they will receive a gift! More information >
10. THIS IS HOLLAND
Experience the Netherlands with the attraction THIS IS HOLLAND. Not just seeing but really experiencing with an Experience. You will be taken on a journey and discover the Low Countries and see our country with different eyes. Experience the Ultimate 5D Flight Experience yourself and fly along. Feel the wind in your hair, smell the tulips and feast your eyes. More information >
11. Jewish Museum Junior (Joods Museum Junior)
Discover the Jewish Museum junior! A museum especially for children that is located in the Jewish Museum, also a real children's museum. It is part of the Jewish Cultural Quarter. Immerse yourself in Jewish culture. You can touch everything. A real feast of recognition for Jewish children and an experience and wonderful introduction for non-Jewish children! More information >
12. Royal Palace Amsterdam (Palace on Dam Square)
In the center of Amsterdam, in the middle of the capital, is the Palace on Dam Square. In other words, the Royal Palace Amsterdam. This is the official reception palace of King Willem-Alexander. Royal receptions and state visits still take place here. But as a visitor you can also take a look inside this palace! For children (families) there is a special audio tour with sticker scavenger hunt.
13. Eye Film Museum
At the Eye Film Museum you can see the magic of moving images and the art of watching! Everything about films, from playing, making to watching. The development from the past to the present is mapped out with a unique collection. Children can go on a journey of discovery with the free treasure hunt. But you can also make your own stop-motion film! They have turned it into a real children's museum. More information >
14. STRAAT Museum
Discover a museum about street art and graffiti in Amsterdam! STRAAT museum brings this exciting art form to the public. The biggest international names are given a stage here. All impressive visual experiences that are just as big as murals on the street. Only here do you get the chance to discover the stories behind the works, which often remain hidden on the street. More information >
15. Fabrique des Lumières
Visit the digital art centre of Amsterdam; Fabrique des Lumières! Here you can experience a true artistic and unforgettable total experience that is dedicated to the most famous artists in history. It is the perfect environment for children to learn more about art and history in a unique, fun and interesting way. The art really comes to life for them too. More information >
16. Rembrandt House Museum
Come with your family to the Rembrandt House Museum in Amsterdam and learn all about master painter Rembrandt, how he made his art and how he lived. There is plenty to do, also for children. With the free treasure hunt, young explorers can go on a journey and discover more about the secrets of Rembrandt's house. More information >
17. Body Worlds
Join the fascinating journey through the human body in BOYDY WORLDS Amsterdam. It is a real anatomy museum with 200 real platinum-plated bodies. This exhibition is suitable for children (recommended from 6 years). It is also very educational for children. With the theme of health and happiness, you will be made aware of health problems during the exhibition. And then from the human body from the inside! More information >
18. Ripley's Believe It or Not
Go out with your family and discover and marvel at the most special and unusual objects at Ripley's Believe It or Not! in Amsterdam. There are also many interactive games to play! Experience hours of entertainment and inspiration. It is a truly unforgettable experience with countless exhibitions to discover. You can also get started with science, different cultures around the world and biological wonders! More information >
19. Madamme Tussaud
Celebrities from the past alternate with current stars. The children will marvel at the enormously realistic looking wax figures. Are you a Marvel fan? Does your heart beat faster when a new superhero film is playing in the cinema? Then seize your chance now and visit Madame Tussauds in Amsterdam. You can see all the Marvel Avengers there with your own eyes. More information >
20. Amsterdam Museum
The Amsterdam Museum is the museum about Amsterdam: then, now and in the future. Children can discover the museum with the help of a booklet. Travel with the funny and sometimes naughty pigeon Gigi through the city of Amsterdam. Discover the history of our capital in a bird's eye view. Along the way you will encounter beautiful, moving and special paintings and objects. More information >
21. MOCO Museum
Art that cannot be seen anywhere else... that is what you can find at the MOCO Museum in Amsterdam. Children can experience this in an interactive way. With the pink paper booklet, the young minds are taken on a journey into Moco's wonderland. A real Moco Play and Search Adventure.
