Geelvinck-Hinlopen Museum
The Museum Geelvinck-Hinlopen, located in Amsterdam, is a fascinating testament to the opulent life of merchants in the 17th and 18th centuries. The museum is housed in the historic Geelvinck Villa, built in 1687 for Albert Geelvinck and his wife Sara Hinlopen, both members of influential families involved in trade with the East and West […]
Tot Zover Museum
The Museum Tot Zover, located in Amsterdam, offers a unique and deeply reflective perspective on death and funeral rituals. Founded in 2007, the museum is situated in the De Nieuwe Ooster cemetery, one of the city’s most tranquil and picturesque green areas. This museum, dedicated to the celebration and understanding of death, is the first […]
Rembrandt House (Rembrandt House Museum)
The Rembrandt House Museum, known as Museum Het Rembrandthuis, is located at number 4 Jodenbreestraat in Amsterdam. This historic building, constructed around 1606, was the residence and studio of Rembrandt van Rijn, one of the greatest artists of the Dutch Golden Age, from 1639 to 1658. Purchased for the exorbitant sum of 13,000 guilders, the […]
Museum of Prostitution (Red Light Secret Museum)
The Museum of Prostitution, also known as Red Light Secrets, is one of Amsterdam’s most intriguing attractions, located in the heart of the famous red-light district, De Wallen. This museum offers a unique perspective on the history and daily life of one of the world’s oldest professions. Housed in a historic 17th-century canal house, the […]
Jewish Museum in Amsterdam
The Jewish Historical Museum (Joods Historisch Museum) in Amsterdam is one of the most important cultural institutions in the Netherlands, dedicated to Jewish history, culture, and religion. Located in the heart of the city’s Jewish quarter, the museum offers a comprehensive overview of the rich Jewish heritage, from the Middle Ages to the present day, […]
Sloten Windmill
The Molen van Sloten, also known as the Sloten Windmill, is one of the few functioning windmills in Amsterdam open to the public every day. Located on the outskirts of the city, near Schiphol Airport, this windmill is a fascinating testament to Dutch history and engineering. Originally built in 1847, the Sloten Windmill plays a […]
De Gooyer windmill
The De Gooyer windmill, located between Funenkade and Zeeburgerstraat in Amsterdam, is one of the city’s most iconic historical buildings. Standing at 26.6 meters tall, it is the tallest wooden windmill in the Netherlands and a symbol of Dutch architecture and tradition. The history of the De Gooyer windmill is fascinating and complex. Its origins […]
Cat Museum (The Cat Cabinet)
The KattenKabinet, also known as The Cat Cabinet, is a unique museum located at 497 Herengracht, one of the most beautiful canals in Amsterdam. Founded in 1990 by Bob Meijer, the museum is entirely dedicated to cats, a tribute to his beloved red cat, John Pierpont Morgan, who lived with Meijer from 1966 to 1983. […]
Magere Bridge (Magere Brug)
The Magere Brug, also known as the “Skinny Bridge,” is one of the most fascinating and iconic bridges in Amsterdam. Located on the Amstel River, it connects the riverbanks between Kerkstraat and the areas of Keizersgracht and Prinsengracht. This bridge, with its characteristic white-painted wooden structure, is a perfect example of Dutch engineering and represents […]
Moco Museum
The Moco Museum in Amsterdam is a relatively recent institution but already established in the city’s cultural landscape. Founded in 2016 by Lionel and Kim Logchies, the museum quickly gained fame thanks to its collection of modern and contemporary art, which includes works by some of the most iconic artists of our time. Located in […]
