Marie Tussaud was a French wax sculptor born in 1761 in Strasbourg. She learned wax modelling from physician Philippe Curtius, who created wax portraits of prominent figures in Paris. During the French Revolution, she became known for producing detailed death masks of notable personalities. In 1835 she opened her first permanent wax exhibition in London, displaying figures of political leaders, historical personalities, and famous criminals. Her techniques for sculpting, moulding, and painting wax figures laid the foundation for what would become the global Madame Tussauds museum brand.
What to see at Madame Tussauds Amsterdam?
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A-list
This zone recreates celebrity red carpet moments with figures like Leonardo DiCaprio, Ryan Gosling, and Zendaya. Studio lighting, cameras, and posing marks help visitors capture polished photos that mirror film premieres and award night arrivals.
Royals
Meet the Dutch Royal Family alongside historic monarchs. Stand beside King Willem Alexander and Queen Máxima in formal surroundings that reflect ceremonial dress, posture, and symbolism, offering a clear sense of modern Dutch monarchy.
Music
This zone captures live performance energy through figures like Elton John, Harry Styles, and Ed Sheeran. Stage lighting, microphones, and crowd sound effects frame each artist in recognisable outfits that reflect defining moments from their global tours.
TV Studio
Step into a television set inspired by Dutch broadcasting. Pose with familiar TV personalities like Chantal Janzen & Enzo Knol, with news style backdrops, cameras on your face, and autocue screens, giving a behind the scenes look at how talk shows and programmes are filmed.
Fashion
Fashion figures highlight international style influence, featuring icons like Anna Wintour and leading runway models like Kendall Jenner and Heidi Klum. Carefully styled outfits, accessories, and catwalk lighting explain how editorial fashion and high profile shows shape global trends.
Marvel Avengers
The Marvel Avengers zone places visitors beside Iron Man, Thor, Hulk, and Loki. Action driven poses, city battle backdrops, and cinematic lighting recreate key moments from the Avengers films at dramatic close range.
Sports
Sports stars are shown in peak competitive moments, including Sven Kramer in his speed skating pose and other global football legends like Johan Cruijff and Messi. Authentic kits, equipment detail, and movement capture the intensity and precision of elite international sport.
World Leaders
This zone presents influential figures such as Barack Obama and Nelson Mandela. Formal poses, accurate attire, and quiet settings highlight leadership, diplomacy, and historical impact, offering context beyond celebrity recognition and global decision making.
I AM ART
I AM ART blends classical masterpieces with interactive design. You can step inside works like the Mona Lisa, using perspective tricks, digital effects, and physical sets to understand composition, scale, and visual storytelling.
DJs
Amsterdam’s electronic music culture takes centre stage with DJs like Martin Garrix, Tiësto, and Armin van Buuren. Mixing decks, lighting cues, and sound effects recreate the atmosphere of a live club performance setting.
Movies
This zone focuses on iconic film characters and stars such as Anthony Hopkins and Marilyn Monroe. Detailed costumes, set pieces, and familiar scenes connect visitors to defining moments from classic and modern cinema.
