For what sounds like a museum of fairly niche appeal, the pipe museum turns out to be actually quite good fun. The eccentric curator-owner is an entrancing character and also runs the curiously old-fashioned Smokiana shop in the basement, which sells pipes and books about pipes. Go up the steps to the museum and you'll be treated to a guided tour of the world's largest collection of Dutch clay pipes, intricately carved and bejeweled Meerschaum pipes, and bronze cast pipes from Cameroon in Africa. You'll also get to drink in the rarified atmosphere of the traditional 17th-century house renovated in 19th-century fashion.
Amsterdam› Attraction
Amsterdam Pipe Museum
Prinsengracht 488
Our Rating
Neighborhood
Canal Ring
Hours
Wed–Sat noon–6pm
Transportation
Tram 1, 2, or 5 to Leidsestraat
Phone
020/421-1779
Prices
Admission €10 adults, €5 children 18 and under.
Web site
Amsterdam Pipe Museum

Map
Prinsengracht 488 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.