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Amsterdam: Madame Tussauds Ticket

1. Amsterdam: Madame Tussauds Ticket

Sparkle amid the stars with this ticket to Madame Tussauds in the heart of Amsterdam. Drink a cup of coffee with George Clooney, get your picture taken with members of the Dutch Royal family and pick up your paintbrush alongside world-famous artists such as Van Gogh and Rembrandt. If you are you dreaming about a career as a real TV-host, come and discover your presentation skills at the new TV studio by reading the autocue. Or is music more your thing? How about recording a duet with Adele in the recording studio, or joining DJs Afrojack, Armin van Buuren, Tiësto, Hardwell or Martin Garrix in the DJ booth. Immerse yourself into this amazing interactive world. You’ll never see as many stars in Amsterdam as at Madame Tussauds Amsterdam.

Amsterdam's Weirdest Museum: Believe It or Not!

2. Amsterdam's Weirdest Museum: Believe It or Not!

Go on a journey of discovery at Ripley's Believe It or Not! Amsterdam and enter Ripley's Pop Culture Gallery to see a collection of amazing art made of bizarre and unusual materials. Admire a Bugatti carved out of wood and a 7-meter long robot made of car parts. Discover curiosities from ancient cultures. See real shrunken heads from the Amazon and an authentic spacesuit from Russia. There's even a miniature version of the Bible that was carried on board Apollo 14. Take photos of remarkable people from around the world and come face to face with the 2.7-meter tall Robert Wadlow. Gasp in awe at the "Lizard Man" who underwent body modification to look like a real lizard. You are also invited to immerse yourself in Dutch culture. Enter a replica of a traditional windmill or try on some huge clogs. Bring your imagination to life in the themed rooms and learn more curious facts about this amazing city at the museum.

Amsterdam: ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo Entry Ticket

3. Amsterdam: ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo Entry Ticket

At the ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, nature, culture, and heritage come together. Every tree, creature, building, microbe, and planet has its own story. ARTIS has been telling these stories since 1838, and each day they are born anew. Experience it all for yourself with your entry ticket. Stroll through the historical city park with its centuries-old trees and wealth of plants. Delight your taste buds at de Plantage, a café-restaurant. Relax in a chair near the fountain on Artisplein. Experience nature and discover its significance for civilization, because a better understanding of nature fosters a greater respect for all the life around you.

Amsterdam: Fabrique des Lumières Dalí & Gaudí Exhibit Ticket

4. Amsterdam: Fabrique des Lumières Dalí & Gaudí Exhibit Ticket

Make the most of your time in Amsterdam by taking a trip to the innovative Fabrique des Lumières, an immersive digital art center located in the Westergas park. With your timed-entry ticket, discover the amazing masterpieces of classical and modern artists in a whole new way. Visit this large industrial space with walls up to 17 meters high, which hosts fantastic art exhibitions by artists of all eras. With advanced technology, the artworks are brought to life through light projections and accompanying music. Step into a new world and experience an ode to two Spanish masters! During this visual and musical spectacle, the most famous psychedelic works of Salvador Dalí will come to life to the rhythm of the music of the legendary band Pink Floyd. Admire the works of Catalan architect Antoni Gaudí, a great inspiration for Dalí, to complete the overall immersive experience. The contemporary video creation 'Recoding Entropia' is also part of the adventure, and will take you on a visual journey through abstract shapes and movement.

Amsterdam: Amsterdam Dungeon Entrance Ticket

5. Amsterdam: Amsterdam Dungeon Entrance Ticket

The Amsterdam Dungeon is an uniquely thrilling attraction that will whisk you way back into the Netherlands’ most perilous past. See, hear, feel and (ahem) smell the chillingly amusing characters of the ‘bad old days’ as they come to life before you. Will you lose yourself in fear or in mirth? Whichever way, it’s not looking good for your underwear. Multiple different shows and a team of ten professional actors will give an unforgettable performance which will be terrifying and hilarious at the same time, depending on your tolerance for fear. Some of the attractions include figuring your way out of a dark labyrinth, witnessing a witch burn, encountering the ghost of a tortured woman and being tried by a Spanish Inquisitor. Discover the newest show 'The Flying Dutchman' in which a cursed legend comes to life. Will you survive his revenge? In 1651, you find yourself in a rough bar in the Amsterdam of old. 10 years after the legendary ship The Flying Dutchman disappeared, a sinister bar owner awaits the return of the cursed captain who is out for revenge.

Body Worlds Amsterdam: The Happiness Project Ticket

6. Body Worlds Amsterdam: The Happiness Project Ticket

Explore how happiness influences the health of the human body, and discover answers to other mysteries of human life at Amsterdam’s Body Worlds: The Happiness Project. This fascinating new exhibition by Dr. Gunther von Hagens, centrally located on Amsterdam's Damrak, features more than 200 anatomical specimens of authentic human bodies, all utilized to demonstrate the complexity, resilience, and vulnerability of the human form. Suitable for adults and children, the interactive show also features an adults-only exhibition in the basement that has attracted over 40 million visitors worldwide. The only exhibition of its kind to make use of a donor program, Body Worlds is a scientific exploration of how happiness can affect both your body and soul.

Amsterdam: NEMO Science Museum Ticket

7. Amsterdam: NEMO Science Museum Ticket

Science can be fun! That's what you'll come away thinking after your 2.5-hour visit to the NEMO Science Center. This is the biggest science center in the Netherlands and home to 5 exciting floors of hands-on science activities. Learn how and why the wind blows, what makes a rainbow and how to blow bubbles big enough to stand in! In Science Throughout the Ages you’ll see a timeline of discoveries by scientists from around the world. In Journey through the Mind you'll learn what makes our brains tick. Smart Technology teaches how you can save energy, produce sustainable electricity and reduce the amount of carbon dioxide you are sending into the atmosphere.

Amsterdam: Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour

8. Amsterdam: Johan Cruijff ArenA Classic Tour

Experience the excitement of the Johan Cruijff ArenA Stadium on this classic tour. During the tour, walk at your own pace to explore the stadium. Meet the guides along the route who will tell you information about the exclusive areas of the stadium. In addition, have the opportunity to go behind the scenes, with special access to areas that are normally reserved for only players and officials. Take a look into the official dressing room of Ajax, when it is not in use on match days or during training sessions. Don’t miss this chance to feel the thrilling history of this iconic site.

Amsterdam: Glow-in-the-Dark Mini-Golf

9. Amsterdam: Glow-in-the-Dark Mini-Golf

Play a 45-minute glow-in-the-dark mini-golf game in Amsterdam. Enter a pirates and villains themed course and discover how much fun it is to play golf in the dark. Experience an afternoon in the world of Michiel de Ruyter, the famous Dutch admiral, and pirates and villains as magical black lights provide an exciting effect. Take part in an activity which works like regular mini golf, but with the delight of flourescent illumination. Try yourh and at getting the ball into the hole in as few strokes as possible as you compete against your friends, family, or colleagues in a unique and fun way. Glow-in-the-dark mini golf is fun for everyone, whether you are young or old, or hosting a children’s party, company event, or bachelor’s party.

Amsterdam: Portuguese Synagogue Entrance Ticket

10. Amsterdam: Portuguese Synagogue Entrance Ticket

Travel back to the days of Amsterdam’s "Golden Age" on an audio tour of the Portuguese Synagogue. Learn about a period of prosperity that would have been unimaginable without the contributions of the Jewish community. Erected in the heart of Amsterdam in 1675, the Portuguese Synagogue was the largest synagogue in the world at the time. While still used as a house of worship, the synagogue is also open to the public and hosts frequent concerts. Gaze in awe at the authentic interior of large stone pillars and white plaster walls. Marvel at the dark furniture bathed in the abundant light of 72 windows. Since its consecration, the synagogue has had no electric light or heating and is illuminated by the artificial light of 1,000 candles in its brass chandeliers. The sand on the wood floor protects it from dirt. Other buildings in the complex include the treasure chambers, where you can admire unique ceremonial objects of silver, gold, silk, and brocade. You can also see the oldest functioning Jewish library in the world at Ets Haim Livraria Montezinos (included by UNESCO in the Memory of the World Register). Access other attractions in the Jewish Cultural Quarter, including the Jewish Historical Museum, with its kid-approved Jewish Museum junior. See the National Holocaust Memorial and National Holocaust Museum. Learn more about Jewish culture, history and traditions. You can visit all locations with your ticket, which is valid for 1 month.

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Family-friendly things to do: Things to do in Amsterdam with kids

Wondering how many things there are to do in Amsterdam with kids? You might be surprised. Within the cobblestone streets and canals, there is plenty of family fun to be had. Inspire your aspiring artists with the Van Gogh Museum or the Rijksmuseum. Show them the city from thrilling heights at A’dam Lookout or the THIS IS HOLLAND Flight Experience. Take your youngsters back in time at the Dutch Costume Museum or Castle Muiderslot. A trip to Amsterdam is full of things to do that can delight, inspire, and teach everyone in the family.

Visiting the Rijksmuseum

Turn a trip to the museum into a mystery. Even the most distracted child, or adult, will be enthralled by these puzzles. They also may learn a little about art and history. Families work together to uncover secrets at various locations to solve one of eight mysteries. Or, if you just want to wander, the museum offers family-friendly guides to highlight which of the 8,000 items you might want to visit. Perhaps it’s the dollhouses, or maybe the suits of armor. If you’re there on the weekend, your little artists may want to try their hands at the Rembrandt drawing lessons.

Strollers are probably a good idea for wandering the three floors and 80 galleries. They even have a few to rent. There’s a coat room to check larger bags, and there are baby changing facilities. The café has a children’s menu and, in the atrium, there is a dining area for those who bring their own food and drink.

Visiting THIS IS HOLLAND

Take the family on the ultimate scenic route through the skies. Fully 5D, you’ll feel like you’re flying through the skies over Amsterdam. Feet dangling down, wind whipping all around you, fresh air breezing by, this experience takes you over Dutch dikes, windmills, and landmarks. Fly on a thrilling ride while learning about how Holland came to be.

Note that there are lockers for small bags, but no storage for strollers. Children under 4 and anyone under 3 feet tall are not allowed on the ride. If you get hungry, you will find a concession area for snacks and drinks.

Visiting the National Maritime Museum

Make Amsterdam a true port of call for your family. Tour the Amsterdam (the ship) and shoot a cannon before going below to see how seamen lived. Let your sailors young and old see if they can make it at sea through the Life on Board exhibit. If they answer all the questions and don’t catch scurvy, they might make it to captain. Or visit Tales of the Whales and learn how these gigantic creatures became endangered (hint, it has to do with fat.).

There is a coat room for storage, although you might want to bring your stroller along as some baby carriers are not allowed. You can bring your own food and drink, but you can only eat outside the main building and exhibitions.

Visiting Muiderslot

Send the kids on a quest for fun and knowledge. Muiderslot is excellently preserved so they can imagine themselves back in medieval times. With a drawbridge and moat, find out how water can be a weapon. Exploring the castle and grounds, they can complete quests for a reward. And depending on the time of year, they can also see knights at battle or visit the Falconer. More than just falcons, learn about the different birds of prey that used to be kept in the castles.

There’s a coat room to store bags and carriers but keep a changing mat handy. You will also find a café and gift shop for snacks and souvenirs. The children’s activity is for kids 6 to 11 and requires adult supervision.

Visiting Tun Fun

Sometimes everyone needs a little break from sightseeing. Tun Fun is a fantastic option for a bit of jumping and playing. It’s underground, so it’s also an escape from any rain or cold outside. Babies and toddlers have soft mats and slides and cuddly toys. Older kids can hit the bounce house, trampolines, or climbing walls. Adults can relax and watch from the terraces with some coffee and snacks or plan the next stop with the free Wi-Fi.

To make it even easier for you, there’s a baby changing station and lots of food options for kids. Only outside food and drink for special dietary needs allowed. They only accept payment from debit cards with PINs, so you may want to check that your cards are compatible beforehand.


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What people are saying about Amsterdam

Tolle, kurzweilige und beeindruckende Präsentation! Rembrandt und seine Familie werden lebendig und erzählen aus dem 16. Jh, dem Goldenen Zeitalter von Amsterdam! Mit einem Hauch Magie und 5D wird die"Rembrandt Experience" ein echtes Erlebnis für die ganze Familie! Gute Erreichbarkeit, sehr freundliches Personal, super schnelle Abwicklung und Buchung schon vorab online möglich. Einfach perfekt! Sehr empfehlenswert!

An amazing place, the actors are really good, and the interior design/decor gives you the chills, you feel in a real dungeon a hundred years ago. So cool. Me and my husband enjoyed very much. At the end of the journey there is a souvenirs store, they have very cool spiders for sell (for those who have little kids with Spiderman obsession).

I love the weird and wonderful so this was perfect for me. I wish there’s been lockers to store my coat and bag, there were a lot of stairs and it was quite warm.

Very good museum. Needed a guide of the exhibits in the museum shop, I tend to buy those so I can enjoy the exhibits at my comfort. Surprised that there was none.

Loved every bit of my experience, would definitely do this again