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Amsterdam has many excellent museums,the two most famous are The Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum. Both are located at the museum quarter.

"The Night Watch" is one of the most famous works by Rembrandt it can be seen in The Rijksmuseum. To get an good impression on what the museum has to offer, take a look at the videoclip here.If you would like to find out more about Rembrandts life go and see the Rembrandt House. The artist lived in this house between 1639 and 1657. The van Gogh Museum has the biggest collection of paintings created by this Dutch master painter. The paintings tell the story of Van Goghs tragic life, from his start in the Netherlands to his brilliant time in France.

Tropenmuseum

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A journey through time and around the world. The historic building in which this anthropological museum is housed provides space for eight permanent exhibitions and an ongoing series of temporary exhibitions.

Foam Museum

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Foam Photography Museum Amsterdam is the place for photography in all her forms, a museum with an international allure. Exhibits of (world) famous photographers and also emerging young talent in smaller short-term shows.

Artis Zoo

Artis Zoo

Artis, the oldest zoo in the Netherlands, founded in 1838, shows its historical character even before you walk through the gates: two golden eagles are perched proudly atop the main entrance.

Museum Van Loon

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Museum Van Loon is situated on the Keizersgracht 672, in Amsterdam. The double-sized canal house dates from 1672. The first resident was the painter Ferdinand Bol, one of Rembrandt's pupils.

Appel Foundation

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De Appel is a centre for contemporary art which provides space for projects and research. Situated in the centre of Amsterdam, De Appel operates actively as part of an international network of art centers and museums.

The Old Church

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Located in the "Red Light District". The oldest church in Amsterdam, is now a centre of cultural activities in the heart of the old town centre. Besides cultural events, exhibitions and concerts the monument is open to visitors.

Stedelijk Museum CS

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The Stedelijk Museum CS is accommodated on the second and third stories of the striking high-rise on the Oosterdokskade (former building of The Post Group). The Museum shares the building with other users

Van Gogh Museum

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The Van Gogh Museum is one of the most popular museums in Amsterdam. The museum holds the world’s largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, more than 200 paintings, 500 drawings and 850 letters.

Historical Museum

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The Amsterdam Historical Museum tells the compelling story of the growth and heyday of Amsterdam. Go on a fascinating journey of discovery down seven centuries of the city's history.

Sex Museum

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The Amsterdam Sex Museum houses an extensive international collection of historical erotic and pornographic art, literature and artifacts. The exhibits include mannequins arranged in titillating tableau.

Rijksmuseum

Rijksmuseum Amsterdam

From December 2003 the Rijksmuseum will undergo the most far-reaching renovations, rebuilding and restoration in its history. The completely renewed main building will open its doors to the public once more at the end of 2009.

Anne Frank House

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Visit the hiding place of Anne Frank and see where she wrote her diary during the Second World War. For more than two years, Anne Frank lived secretively with other people in hiding in the back of this old canal house.

Huis Marseille

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Huis Marseille is one of the Museums for Photography in Amsterdam. It was opened on 18 September 1999. In its six exhibition rooms the museum presents new photo exhibitions every three months.

Montevideo

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The Netherlands Media Art Institute has undertaken to promote the unrestrained development, application and distribution of, and reflection on, new technologies within the visual arts. Find out more about Media Arts.

Our Lord in the Attic

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This hidden church 'in the attic' was built during the Reformation, when Catholics were forbidden to hold public services. One of the oldest churches and also on of the most remarkable museums in Amsterdam

Botanic Garden

Botanic Garden

A great place to relax! The Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam is one of the oldest botanic gardens in the world. Today, there are more than 6,000 plants and over 4,000 species growing in the garden and greenhouses.

Jewish Historical Museum

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The Jewish Historical Museum (stands at the heart of the former Jewish quarter of Amsterdam). The museum reminds us of the rupture in Jewish culture and the history of Amsterdam caused by the Second World War.

Hemp Museum

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The Hemp Museum details the 8,000-year history and many uses of cannabis and hemp, including the production of paper and its medicinal benefit. See the process of producing hash and marijuana.

Hermitage

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The first phase of the Hermitage Amsterdam is open to the public since 28 February 2004. Small temporary exhibitions drawn from the rich collection of The State Hermitage Museum in St Petersburg

The Rembrandt House

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What was Rembrandt's life like? Where did Rembrandt paint and etch his masterpieces? The recently restored Rembrandt House Museum welcomes visitors who would like to feel his presence

Nemo

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Science center NEMO is the biggest science center in The Netherlands. Here you can discover the wonderful world of science and technology in a playful and entertaining way. Touch everything and explore.

Allard Pierson Museum

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Allard Pierson Museum is the archaeological museum of the University of Amsterdam. The ancient civilizations are revived in this museum. Learn more obout ancient Egypt, the Greek Worldand the Roman Empire

Royal Palace

Royal Palace

The Royal Palace of Amsterdam was built in the 17th century as the new city hall. After the signing of the peace treaty of Munster in 1648 the city council of Amsterdam chose Jacob van Campen's for a large and impressive design

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