NEMO Science Museum
NEMO Science Museum
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10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 5:30 PM
About
Expand your world at NEMO Science Museum. In the largest science museum of the Netherlands you will find proof that science and technology can be captivating for all ages. The remarkable building on top of the IJ-tunnel offers five floors of exciting hands-on activities. At NEMO you can experience the joy of science and technology, by blowing gigantic soap bubbles, watch an enormous chain reaction and experiment in a real laboratory. In a variety of exhibitions you can 'Take a journey through the mind' or learn that there is more than meets the eye when it comes to sustainable electricity and smart transportation at 'Smart Technology'. Enjoy a magnificent view over Amsterdam The creative mind behind NEMO, build in 1997, is Italian architect Renzo Piano. He had a clear vision for his design of the NEMO building, with its very own piazza 22 metres above water level. The spectacular roof terrace has a magnificent view over Amsterdam and the Eastern Docklands. You can access the roof terrace free of charge. The roof terrace and cafe in NEMO are the perfect places to sit back, relax and enjoy a drink.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighbourhood: Centrum
Amsterdam’s buzzing hub, with its sprawling network of tram rails and a seemingly constant flow of tourists and commuters, yields convenient access to some of the best sightseeing, shopping, and street life in Europe. Closest at hand are the Royal Palace, the quaint shops of Haalremmerdijk, the pedestrianized zones Kalverstraat and Dam Square with popular neighborhoods such as the Red Light District, and the Canal Ring hardly more than a moment’s stroll away. With the well-connected Centraal Station as Centrum’s base, it's easy to travel farther afield via one of the city’s iconic trams.
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  • Paloma031
    Helsinki, Finland3 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Average
    Looking from the outside, the building is impressive, looks like a huge ship, and the view from the top is nice. Inside it was disappointing. Lots of artificial light, lots of stuff happenning in a small place, and crowded as well. Looks like the museum is designed for the Dutch speakers. You had to read the small text to understand what the exhibits are all about. It was hard to read in English and therefore orient onself. And consequently, we missed out the educational part. But we did like the hands-on exhibits of building dams and tall structures.
    Visited March 2023
    Written 23 March 2023
  • themanofec
    North Canton, Ohio536 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Terrific for Kids
    This was probably one of the best children's science centers we've been in. We got there early on a weekday and it was empty for the 10am spot. Kid had plenty of time to play on his own and go through the higher floors. Bilingual exhibits and the show was terrific to watch with the chain reaction.
    Visited March 2023
    Written 2 April 2023
  • Gracie R
    4 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Definitely for kids
    We visited hoping to learn something’s and get indoors in cold weather for a bit. We have been to other science museums that had more information and adult applicable exhibits, but this was definitely catered to kids. It was also so over crowded you couldn’t really do many of the activities without waiting a long time. We ended up pretty disappointed. It was a cool building but wouldn’t bother going if you don’t have kids, and avoid peek hours if you do bring kids!
    Visited May 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 7 May 2023
  • Emily W
    Ottawa, Canada18 contributions
    4.0 of 5 bubbles
    Great for kids.
    I went with my husband, it was just okay for us. But I would highly recommend a visit for families with children. So much to see and do, so many kids there were having so much fun. The rooftop is very nice, however you can access it from a ramp outside without paying admission.
    Visited June 2023
    Travelled as a couple
    Written 30 June 2023
  • _S1278FY
    Israel42 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    amazing experience
    An amazing experience, I came with my 11-year-old son. There are several floors. The floor that my child enjoyed the most and also stayed there the longest is the floor with the science games. Simply amazing. The other floors are also spectacular. We've been through them all. In the last room we were already tired. We were there for two and a half hours. Simply a fascinating experience for adults too.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 6 July 2023
  • Love and laughter 😍
    London, United Kingdom301 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Climb to the top, views are amazing!
    Went here on my last day in this fabulous city. Nice roof top bar with a varied menu. Staff are fantastic and very welcoming, didn’t have time to visit the science museum on the ground floor but will head there when I next return!
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled solo
    Written 15 July 2023
  • Naijutza
    Hunzenschwil, Switzerland88 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Not a museum, only for kids entertainment, too pricey
    If you visit Amsterdam with kids, you will read the recommendation to visit Nemo. As we love Science Museums I was looking forward to this one, although it is pricey. Unfortunately I was very disappointed! It was sooooo overcrowded and so loud. A lot of the installations are with screens, but there are not a lot explanations. If you want to have your kids entertained, definitely go! If you want to explore Science, I wouldn’t recommend it. Btw - the Rijksmuseum has such a great “Family quest” and also an exhibition for kids where kids can be scientist. This was sooooo much better 🙌🏻
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 27 July 2023
  • em may
    Presteigne, United Kingdom6 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Fun experience
    There are 5 floors in total: first floor is definitely designed for younger kids, with lots of interactive activities and games, but it also brings the inner child out of adults too! The chain reaction show was entertaining. Away from the first floor, there is a vast area of learning for all ages. The curious won’t be bored. The building is nicely designed, and the obvious highlights are the architecture and the rooftop. The facilities are clean and accessible, with lockers on the ground floor. The cafe and the gift shop are quite pricey, but the staff are lovely.
    Visited April 2023
    Travelled with friends
    Written 28 July 2023
  • Dtappel
    38 contributions
    3.0 of 5 bubbles
    Too crowded
    If you enjoy waiting in a 5-10 minute line to blow bubbles, this is the museum for you! For us, it was too crowded. We arrived about an hour before closing, and all the interactive exhibits were occupied and had lines. We only stayed for 30 minutes, walked around a bit, did some of the exhibits with shorter lines, then left. However, it did seem like a great museum if you can find a less crowded time, possibly first thing in the morning, or avoid summer.
    Visited July 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 31 July 2023
  • Peter Hunčár
    Slovakia31 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Science and a lot of patience
    Well a must see with kids, but crowded, so prepare for queues. While not as good and huge as those in Oslo or Paris, the kids still loved it. A lot of interesting things to do for young and older children. And the roof is great during sunny days!
    Visited August 2023
    Travelled with family
    Written 6 August 2023
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indi
9 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 • Couples
This was a very average experience and only takes a hour to complete which for the money is quite expensive. Aswell as this I think tickets were oversold as extremely busy and crowded.
Written 5 March 2024
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Busker999
Tonbridge, UK985 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2024 • Couples
Fantastic Science Museum. Loads for the kids but great for us adults too who like to experiment. Highlight was seeing the chain reaction. Didn't do the lab. As half term was very busy so didn't do as much as we hoped but will go back during term time.
Written 23 February 2024
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tezpil
Portsmouth, UK4,651 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
Great fun, here for about four hours. Interactive and informative. Science presented in a fun way. All housed in a striking architectural building.
Written 16 January 2024
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davinaschifano
London, UK71 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Apr 2023 • Friends
I went on a class trip there was about 30 of us all teenagers and we had the best time. This place isn’t limited to children or teenagers though because the adults there lived it too. If you are going make sure you bring a good camera because there are great photo opportunities. Try everything because It’s all worth it and make sure you take a lot of time out of your day for it as we were there for hours on end. Honestly one of the best places.
Written 10 January 2024
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Marion F
New York City, NY271 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Solo
Confession, i didnt actually visit the science center, i just went to the rooftop.
Amazing, one of the best views of Amsterdam for free.
The center seemed nice, perfect place for families, or people who enjoyed science, to spend the day
Written 12 December 2023
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Hans13123
Utrecht, The Netherlands33 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2023 • Family
We bought the tickets on line for the 4th of November. Due to a mishap we couldn’t go that day and wanted to change the arrival date (yes it’s still COVID times there). Online there was a link to change it, at least that’s what you think. An email was going to be sent. Guess what, after 30 seconds an email stating: Refused was sent. It was not possible to changed it. Those people at the museum are really very customer friendly but maybe this normal there. So our money down the drain. Very bad experience.
Written 5 November 2023
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Joh
36 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2023 • Family
Our kids loved this museum and so did we as adults. It’s not particularly Dutch in that you can find good science museums all over but it was a wonderful way to break up other Dutch/Amsterdam museums that we visited with the kids. We spent three hours here with our two kids. There are loads of interactive exhibits. The restaurant is convenient as you have to go back across a large street into the neighbourhood to get to restaurants. It’s not inexpensive but the food was good.
Written 26 October 2023
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ADM
Managua Department, Nicaragua230 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Family
I recently visited the NEMO Science Museum in Amsterdam, and unfortunately, my experience left me less than impressed. The main drawback was the overwhelming crowd on weekends, making it difficult to fully enjoy the exhibits and engage with the displays. The atmosphere was hectic, and it felt like navigating through a sea of people rather than exploring the museum.

Moreover, considering the price of admission, I expected a more enriching and interactive experience. The exhibits were intriguing, but the overall value didn't quite justify the cost. While the museum has potential, especially for those interested in science and interactive learning, I would recommend considering a weekday visit to avoid the congestion and get a more worthwhile experience for your money.
Written 13 October 2023
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Marwan Z
Dubai, United Arab Emirates212 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2023 • Family
This science museum is quite massive and spreads across 5 floors, with lots of things to do. My daughter typically enjoys these science museums and spends hours, but seems this one is aimed more to the younger generations (likely 13 and under).
Written 5 October 2023
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Anna M
Munich, Germany4 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Sept 2023 • Couples
We really like the visit here, all the workshops labs and installations are very well done and organised. Also the upper floor is very interesting and also the threated themes are very impoortant and inclusive. Absolutely it s is worth a visit!!
Written 4 October 2023
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