Amsterdam Museum

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9 / 10

8 expert reviews

“You won't find any dusty relics here – the city's history museum covers the early years well, but just as interesting are the exhibits on the past century.”

– Lonely Planet

Fodor's Fodor's
"Any city that began in the 13th century as a boggy swamp to become the trading powerhouse of the world in the 17th century has a fascinating story to tell, and this museum does it superbly." Full review
Michelin Guide Michelin Guide
2 Stars
"This modern museum uses paintings, objects, sculptures and documents to recapture the great events in Amsterdam's history." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler Condé Nast Traveler
"The Amsterdam Museum offers an urban history both informative and playful." Full review
Travel + Leisure Travel + Leisure
"Housed in the former city orphanage dating back to 1580, the Amsterdam Museum is a fascinating journey through the city's history, with exhibits ranging from medieval maps to a portrait gallery from the Golden Age." Full review
The Telegraph The Telegraph
"Objects, stories, treasures and works of art from Amsterdam’s long and at times illustrious history, all form part of imaginative displays on the city’s past, present and even future." Full review
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