Telling the story of Amsterdam’s progression from simple fishing village to world power in the 17th-century Golden Age, the city’s historic museum kicks off superbly with the interactive exhibition “Amsterdam DNA”. It takes a whistle-stop tour through the main stages of the city’s history, illustrated by Old Dutch Master paintings, maps, tools, armor, and religious sculpture. After that, however, things tail off as visitors are led through gallery after gallery of poorly organized artifacts. One highlight, however, is the 1677 scale model of the Koninklijk Paleis. The city’s historical museum is partly housed in a former convent and partly in a 17th-century orphanage. The Schuttersgalerij stands outside the museum entrance.
Amsterdam› Attraction
Amsterdam Museum
Kalverstraat 92
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Old Center
Hours
Daily 10am–5pm
Transportation
Tram 1, 2, or 5 to Spui
Phone
020/523-1822
Prices
Admission €15 adults, €12.50 students, free for those 17 and under
Web site
Amsterdam Museum
Map
Kalverstraat 92 AmsterdamNote: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.