NEMO Science Museum Tickets
Visit Amsterdam's NEMO Science Museum. Engage with diverse scientific interactive exhibits. Various ticket options cater to all explorers.
- Make science fun for the whole family with a visit to NEMO Science Museum
- Discover how science has evolved over the centuries, and learn about natural phenomena
- Find out what goes on behind an online order, and see the world through mathematical patterns
- Put on a lab coat and investigate the building blocks of the cosmos through experiments
- Challenge your senses, try surprising experiments and get a better understanding of the human body
- Find out the significance of sustainable sources of energy
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- Make science fun for the whole family with a visit to NEMO Science Museum
- Discover how science has evolved over the centuries, and learn about natural phenomena
- Find out what goes on behind an online order, and see the world through mathematical patterns
- Put on a lab coat and investigate the building blocks of the cosmos through experiments
- Challenge your senses, try surprising experiments and get a better understanding of the human body
- Find out the significance of sustainable sources of energy
- A combo ticket to NEMO Science Museum and an hour-long canal cruise awaits you!
- At NEMO Science Museum, children and adults are privy to exciting, mind-boggling experiments.
- Encourage your children to learn about science in a hands-on fashion.
- Board a glass-topped boat and cruise along the serene canals of Amsterdam.
- Learn about your serene surroundings and their history from the GPS audio guide onboard.
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- A combo ticket to NEMO Science Museum and an hour-long canal cruise awaits you!
- At NEMO Science Museum, children and adults are privy to exciting, mind-boggling experiments.
- Encourage your children to learn about science in a hands-on fashion.
- Board a glass-topped boat and cruise along the serene canals of Amsterdam.
- Learn about your serene surroundings and their history from the GPS audio guide onboard.
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Over the course of the time you choose to spend in Amsterdam, visit 70+ major museums and attractions in a hassle-free manner and at a discounted rate.
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Skip the hassle of buying tickets at the city's major attractions like the ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, Stedelijk Museum, and more, while saving on costs.
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Visit the Rembrandt House Museum, the only place in the world completely dedicated to Dutch painter Rembrandt, and the fun Upside Down Museum.
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Enjoy the convenience of free access to Amsterdam's public transport system (GVB) and explore the city without worrying about cabs or buses.
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Choose from 24-hour, 48-hour, 72-hour, 96-hour, or 120-hour options, and make the most of this flexibility to see Amsterdam at your own pace.
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More details
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Over the course of the time you choose to spend in Amsterdam, visit 70+ major museums and attractions in a hassle-free manner and at a discounted rate.
-
Skip the hassle of buying tickets at the city's major attractions like the ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo, Stedelijk Museum, and more, while saving on costs.
-
Visit the Rembrandt House Museum, the only place in the world completely dedicated to Dutch painter Rembrandt, and the fun Upside Down Museum.
-
Enjoy the convenience of free access to Amsterdam's public transport system (GVB) and explore the city without worrying about cabs or buses.
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Choose from 24-hour, 48-hour, 72-hour, 96-hour, or 120-hour options, and make the most of this flexibility to see Amsterdam at your own pace.
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Pro tips to help you make a pick
Skip the lines! Secure your NEMO Science Museum tickets online beforehand for a hassle-free entrance experience.
Allocate at least 3 hours to explore the museum to fully immerse yourself in interactive exhibits and hands-on exploration.
Explore NEMO's core collection, featuring lighting, electrical engineering, energy generation, home tech, and human anatomy for a captivating journey through science.
Marvel at NEMO's distinct Renzo Piano-designed architecture and ascend to the rooftop terrace for breathtaking panoramic views of Amsterdam's skyline.
Do not miss "The Studio" at Marineterrein, NEMO's off-site venue, where groundbreaking interactive exhibitions on socially relevant topics are developed.
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About NEMO Science Museum
In Amsterdam, the NEMO Science Museum stands as a testament to the wonders of science and technology, offering hands-on experiences that link historical insights with modern discoveries. Get your tickets today!
The museum building, designed by renowned architect Renzo Piano, resembles a giant green ship docked in Amsterdam's harbor, symbolizing the city's maritime history and spirit of exploration.
NEMO Science Museum expands its influence with an off-site venue, 'The Studio' at Marineterrein, crafting innovative, accessible exhibitions and programs tackling socially relevant themes beyond its main premises.
The museum's moniker, NEMO, cleverly stands for a 'new and entertaining museum of science and technology', encapsulating its commitment to innovative and captivating exploration of scientific realms.
The museum has an exhibit called 'Wonder Rooms', featuring a collection of optical illusions, including a room that appears slanted but is leveled.
NEMO Science Museum has been awarded the title of the most welcoming national museum in the Netherlands. The museum has also earned recognition as the most kid-proof museum in the country.
Why visit NEMO Science Museum?
Highlights
Interactive exhibits
NEMO Science Museum provides an extensive array of interactive exhibits catering to diverse scientific disciplines such as physics, chemistry, biology, and technology. You can engage hands-on with principles ranging from electricity, magnetism, and mechanics to chemical reactions, the periodic table, anatomy, genetics, ecology, robotics, computer science, engineering, and renewable energy technologies.
Science center
The Museum's Science Center spans five floors, housing exhibits on lighting, electrical engineering, renewable energy, home technology, and human anatomy. You can engage with interactive displays exploring light's principles, electrical circuitry, renewable energy sources, household technology, and human physiology. Designed for all ages, these exhibits foster discovery and play, making science accessible and captivating.
Museum collection
NEMO's collection of 19,500 artifacts chronicles humanity's exploration of science, technology, and energy. These artifacts, ranging from ancient tools to modern technologies, highlight our evolving relationship with energy and showcase the progression of scientific understanding. While not all are on permanent display, they enrich the museum's exhibits, offering context and historical significance to interactive displays and supporting research and educational initiatives.
The Architecture
Renzo Piano's architecture for the NEMO Science Museum harmonizes modernity with Amsterdam's maritime heritage. The ship-like exterior, curved form, and green copper cladding pay homage to the city's naval history. Inside, minimalist interiors accentuate exhibits, while the intricate steel and concrete structure, weighing over a thousand tons, exemplifies complexity. Sustainability is evident in the green roof and recycled materials, reflecting innovation and environmental awareness.
Roof terrace
Perched atop the NEMO Science Museum, the rooftop terrace provides sweeping vistas of Amsterdam. Adorned with a 'piazza' theme and the interactive Energetica exhibit illustrating renewable energy, you also enjoy a tranquil water feature. The terrace offers views of Museum Haven and the iconic VOC ship. It also boasts a rooftop restaurant, where you can savor refreshments amidst the breathtaking cityscape.
Plan your visit
Main entrance
The NEMO Science Museum has only one primary entrance at Oosterdok 2, 1011 VX Amsterdam, Netherlands. You would find some facilities at the entrance, like lockers, lifts, and baby-changing tables.
You can keep your luggage in one of the lockers at the museum.
There are toilets on every floor. Most of these toilets, except one on the third floor, are also accessible for visitors with mobility issues.
NEMO Science Museum has four dining outlets in its building. You can grab a quick bite during your exploration or enjoy a drink at the coffee bar.
There is a first aid room at the museum, along with the trained staff to help you.
If you lost something at the museum, make sure to send an email to info@e-nemo.nl.
The baby changing room is also there at the NEMO Science Museum.
NEMO Science Museum has one wheelchair available that you can borrow. You can reserve the same by mailing your requirement to them at info@e-nemo.nl.
The NEMO Science Museum is designed to be accessible to all, so visitors in wheelchairs can easily navigate throughout the building, except for the roof terrace.
Strollers are allowed at NEMO Science Museum.
While pets are not allowed at the museum, service animals such as guide dogs are allowed inside.
There are elevators across the building, so you can easily access all the museum floors.
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