Art Museums near Amsterdam

9 locations
Ages 0–12

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Man applying ink to a copper plate with etchings and various artist tools on the tableSunlight hitting a table with antique tools used for etchingHistoric Dutch home with ornate bed box and marble fireplaceShelves with seashell collection on display alongside marble sculpture pieces and knight armourClay pots with brightly colored pigments used for painting

Rembrandt House Museum

Art Museum · Ages 4+

Step into the restored 17th-century home where Dutch master Rembrandt lived and worked from 1639-1658, surrounded by his nearly complete collection of 260 etchings. Explore authentically recreated rooms furnished with period objects and artifacts, plus original copper plates and drawings, with a multimedia guide narrated by the artist's dog for kids over 6 and scavenger hunt for 4+. Daily live etching demonstrations and hands-on drawing workshops bring the creative process to life.
Historic Rijksmuseum building on a summer day with children playing in and parents relaxing beside a large paddling poolInterior courtyard of Rijksmuseum with round information desk and white modern rectangular sculpture hanging from the glass ceilingRembrandt's Night Watch on display at the RijksmuseumMulti-level historic library with walls lines with books, glass barrel ceiling, and spiral staircase

Rijksmuseum

Art Museum · Ages 4+

One of the world's finest art museums with 8,000 masterpieces spanning 800 years, including Rembrandt's iconic Night Watch and works by Vermeer and Van Gogh. The grand building features diverse treasures beyond paintings—airplane models, dollhouses, weapons, ship models, and historical artifacts that captivate curious minds. Free admission for all under 18 plus family games, scavenger hunts, drawing workshops, and dedicated activity programs make it exceptionally welcoming for young visitors.
Van Gogh Museum

Van Gogh Museum

Art Museum · Ages 4+

World's largest collection of Vincent van Gogh's works, including Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, and The Bedroom. Museum is thoughtfully curated chronologically to follow Van Gogh's artistic development from his early Dutch period through Paris, Arles, and Saint-Rémy. Interactive family guides and treasure hunts for children aged 6-12 available at the information desk.
Nxt Museum

Nxt Museum

Immersive Experience · Ages 3+

The Netherlands' first museum dedicated to new media art, housed in a converted TV studio in Amsterdam Noord. Walk through large-scale, immersive light and sound installations that respond to your presence and movement. Dark rooms with flashing lights create a sensory experience blending art, technology, and audio.
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STRAAT Museum

Art Museum · Ages 6+

World's largest street art and graffiti museum in an enormous 8,000m² former shipyard warehouse. Over 180 works by international artists, from established names like Keith Haring and Banksy to emerging talents, displayed on massive canvases grouped by themes. Children aged 6-12 get a free interactive treasure hunt to explore artworks at their own pace, plus free lockers for bags and a café with views from the panorama deck.
Museum Cobra

Museum Cobra

Art Museum · Ages 5+

Museum dedicated to the Cobra art movement (1948-1951), featuring vibrant, experimental works by Karel Appel, Constant, and Corneille—artists known for spontaneous, colorful styles with childlike expressiveness. Houses extensive permanent collection plus rotating contemporary exhibitions in a light-filled modern building designed by architect Wim Quist. Includes a dedicated children's studio with creative workshops and space for children to create and display their own art.
Frans Hals Museum

Frans Hals Museum

Art Museum · Ages 3+

Home to the world's largest collection of Frans Hals paintings in a beautifully restored 17th-century almshouse. Interactive activities include scavenger hunts, dress-up with period clothing, exploring a vintage dollhouse, and hands-on creative sessions inspired by old masters. Garden cafe provides a peaceful retreat between gallery visits.
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Juttersmuzeeum Zandvoort

Art Museum · Ages 3+

A quirky free museum packed with treasures washed ashore on Zandvoort beach, from bottles with messages to war artifacts. Features an aquarium with North Sea marine life—a hit with children. Learn the art of beachcombing and the stories behind extraordinary finds from the sea.
The Mondriaan House

The Mondriaan House

Art Museum · Ages 6+

Intimate birthplace museum of abstract artist Piet Mondrian in his original childhood home, restored with modern exhibition design. Interactive rooms, reconstructed Parisian studio, and regular children's art workshops let visitors explore his evolution from landscapes to iconic geometric compositions. Playful light shows between rooms and cozy museum café.

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