Amsterdam is home to some world-famous museums and art galleries and has a total of 75 museums in the city. Before you plan your trip to Amsterdam book great value serviced apartment accommodation. PREMIER SUITES Amsterdam offers guests a great location on the edge of the city, facilities, extras that a traditional hotel could not compete with, and best of all, a home-from-home experience while you travel. Here are some of the top museums in Amsterdam that you must see on your visit during your trip.
Rijksmuseum
Art and history fans must ensure a trip to the Rijksmuseum is top on their list when visiting Amsterdam. Located only 16 minutes on public transport from PREMIER SUITES Amsterdam, this is Netherland’s national museum and was established back in 1885 by King William the 1st. The museum has over 80 galleries with over 8,000 objects which tells the story of 800 years of Dutch art and history.
You will be amazed by everything here from, ancient sculptures, hand-made furniture, and better yet, an actual propeller plane on the top floor. You will also get to see world-renowned works such as Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, sculptures by Peter Paul Rubens, and paintings by Frans Hals and Johannes Vermeer. Fun fact, Rijksmuseum is the only museum in the world with a road and cycle path running straight through it, which means you can’t miss it when visiting the city.
Anne Frank House
Located at Prinsengracht 126 in Amsterdam, this museum is named after the inhabitant of Anne Frank, who hid with her family here for over two years during World War II. During her time there, Anne wrote on account of her time in the house, which has been turned into one of the most famous Holocaust memories. The house has since been turned into a museum for people to witness the atmosphere the family had to endure during their period of hiding.
It contains an exhibition filled with Anne’s diary quotes ( as well as some excerpts of Anne’s handwriting from the diary), original objects from people of that time as well as film and imagery of the events that took place during that time. This museum understandably is extremely popular amongst tourists so it is advised to book your ticket in advance of your trip.
The Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum is one of the most visited museums in Amsterdam, visited by over 2 million people a year. Ideal for those who have a passion for art or/and is a fan of the Dutch artist Van Gogh, you will experience a 1.5 exhibition filled with the artists’ iconic 500 paintings and over 200 letters. The museum is divided into three sections, a multimedia guide that shares stories and behind the scene information that helps you better understand the history of each piece.
The second section is the self-portrait section, which displays deep meaning and thought-provoking insights into the artists’ work. The third section displayed pieces by other artists who were inspired by the impact of Van Gogh’s paintings. You will also get the opportunity to see for yourself, Van Gogh’s most iconic pieces such as Sunflowers, The Potato Eaters, Almond Blossom, and many more.
Stedelijk Museum
Following on from the art museum, another one for art lovers to visit is the Stedelijk Museum, suited in the Museumplein and this museum is considered one of “the big three” museums in the Netherlands. The bath-shaped building is filled with over 90,000 art objects by world-renowned artists such as Wassily Kandinsky, Andy Warhol Ludwig Kirchner, and Vincent Van Gogh. Art lovers will be spoiled for choice here as they get to explore the talent on display from the early 20th century to the modern day.
Nemo Science Museum
This museum is suited to both adults and children, as your mind will expand with the wonders of science and technology. With plenty to explore, the museum is filled with five floors filled with experiments, demonstrations, workshops, and exhibitions as you experience how amazing everyday things are such as electricity, light, sound, and gravity. A fun one for everyone on the trip.
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