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Fast Track Tickets to the NEMO Science Museum
- Enjoy fast-track access as you skip past the ticketing queues to spend an exciting day out when you visit the biggest science center in the Netherlands.
- Marvel at how science has evolved over the centuries, and learn about natural phenomena such as light and static electricity.
- Discover what happens when you place an order online, and observe the world through mathematical patterns.
- Check out the building blocks of the cosmos through scientific experiments.
- Perform exciting experiments and get an understanding of the human body - especially the brain.
- Learn about sustainable sources of energy, and generate your own - create a rainbow out of water or a sun dial watch.
Inclusions
- Entry into NEMO Science Museum
- Children aged 3 and under do not require tickets, whereas children 4 years and older pay same as adult rate.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Fast Track Tickets to the NEMO Science Museum & 1-hour Canal Cruise
- Avail this combo ticket that lets you skip right past the ticketing queues at the NEMO Science Museum and enjoy a 1-hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise.
- The NEMO Science Museum is one of Amsterdam's top attractions and a family-oriented attraction enjoyed by all ages.
- Unravel the mysteries of science as you skip from one exhibit to the other- interactive and engaging exhibits will have you questioning science and asking the unthinkable!
- Cruise along the UNESCO-listed canal district of Amsterdam for an hour and enjoy your serene surroundings.
- Admire elegant bridges and pretty merchant's houses lined along the canals while learning about the history of the canals from the GPS guide.
Inclusions
- Entry into NEMO Science Museum
- 1-hr Amsterdam Canal Cruise
- GPS audio guide in 19 languages (canal cruise)
Spanish, Thai, Turkish, Catalan, Chinese, Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Hindi, Indonesian, Italian, Japanese, Arabic, Korean, Polish, Portuguese & Russian
- Infants aged 3 and under go free. Children aged 4-13 enjoy reduced ticket pricing (carry a valid photo ID).
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Amsterdam City Card with Free Entry to 70+ Attractions & Public Transport
- Explore Amsterdam seamlessly with this all-inclusive I amsterdam City Card and gain access to over 70 museums and attractions.
- The I amsterdam City Card offers a flexible validity of 24-hr, 48-hr, 72-hr, 96-hr or 120-hr to choose from.
- Enjoy 25% discounts at select restaurants, cafes & attractions such as the Heineken Experience along with a 24-hour bicycle rental.
- Navigate the city with unlimited free access to Amsterdam’s efficient public transport system (GVB), including trams and buses.
- Enjoy free entrance to the Rijksmuseum, a national museum dedicated to Dutch arts and history, Hermitage Amsterdam, Moco Museum, and more!
- Admire the city’s iconic architecture, picturesque bridges, and waterfront views during a blissful 1-hour canal cruise.
Inclusions
- 24/48/72/96/120-hour I amsterdam City Card
- Unlimited use of GVB public transport (bus, tram & metro)
- Giveaways & discounts on concerts, theatres, rentals, restaurants & more
- Entry to 70+ attractions, museums, transport and cruises check here
- Tip: Amsterdam is full of interesting things to buy as souvenirs for friends back home but don’t miss out on buying wooden clogs from Zaanse Schans, or blue and white pottery from Delft.
- The public transport part of this card does not include transport by train.
- Transport to/from the Schipol airport is not included in this pass.
- I amsterdam City Card is now a digital product accessible via the City Card app.
- Note: Once upon a Time is closed, Fashion for Good Museum has become a free location, Zaan ferry has completely stopped so is no longer part of City Card and Verwey Museum Haarlem has been added as a free location.
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- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Famous for its canals, coffee shops, and beautiful attractions, Amsterdam is one of the top tourist destinations in the Netherlands. The 17th-century capital city has an artistic heritage and is home to several beautiful museums. From enjoying a tour of Amsterdam’s canal system to spending time at the museums, or even shopping, there is a lot to do in Amsterdam.
One such spectacular attraction to visit is the NEMO Science Museum in Amsterdam - the largest science museum in the Netherlands. Visitors can access five floors of hands-on exhibitions, partake in fun experiments and watch interactive demonstrations and uncover the mysteries of science.
Why Visit NEMO Science Museum
- Interactive exhibits: The NEMO Science Museum is the largest in the Netherlands and has a variety of interactive exhibits that allow you to engage with science and technology in a hands-on way. From experimenting with electricity to exploring the human body, there's something for everyone.
- Fun for all ages: The museum caters to visitors of all ages, with exhibits and activities suitable for children and adults alike. It's a great place to bring the whole family or to make a solo trip.
- Beautiful architecture: The museum sits in a stunning green copper building shaped like a ship. It stands five stories tall, designed by Italian architect Renzo Piano. It's a landmark in Amsterdam and a must-see for architecture enthusiasts.
- Incredible views: The rooftop of the NEMO Science Museum offers a stunning panorama of Amsterdam, the historic city centre and the harbour. It's a great spot to take photos and enjoy the scenery.
- Learning made fun: The NEMO Science Museum makes learning about science and technology fun and engaging. You'll leave with a greater understanding of the world around you and a newfound appreciation for the wonders of science.
Your NEMO Science Museum Tickets Explained
Fast Track Ticket
Fast Track Ticket gives you fast-track entry to the NEMO Museum Amsterdam, the biggest science center in the Netherlands, where you can explore science and technology through hands-on exhibits and experiments. You can learn about everything from physics and chemistry to biology and psychology and participate in activities such as building robots, experimenting with sound waves, and exploring the human body. With five floors of exhibits and plenty of opportunities for hands-on learning, the NEMO Science Museum is an outstanding destination for anyone who wants to explore the wonders of science in a fun and engaging way.
Discounted Tickets: Children aged 3 and under do not require tickets.
NEMO Science Museum + 1-hour Canal Cruise
With this combo ticket, you can enjoy fast-track access to two attractions: NEMO Museum Amsterdam and a 1-hour canal cruise in Amsterdam. After recharging your brain with intriguing science lessons, head on to a glass-topped boat for the canal cruise. As you float along the city's tranquil canals, you'll see the picturesque cityscape, historic bridges, charming houseboats, and iconic architecture while learning about Amsterdam's rich history and culture. You can also opt for an audio guide in one of the 19 available languages.
Discounted Tickets: Infants aged 3 and under go free. Children aged 4-13 can avail of discounted tickets.
I amsterdam City Card
The best way to explore the attractions of Amsterdam is by purchasing the I amsterdam City Card. You get access to all significant highlights, free access to more than 70+ attractions, city-wide public transport, a canal cruise, a 40% discount on attractions and free 24-hour bicycle rent. However, train services are excluded. You can select the card duration to be 24, 48, 72, 96, or 120 hours. The City Card also permits only one person per card. Please note from Thursday, 8th of December 2023, the I amsterdam City Card will be a digital product instead of the current physical card that needs to be collected.
Cancellation Policy: The I amsterdam City Card can be cancelled for free, and a full refund will be provided.
Validity:
The NEMO Science Museum tickets are valid for the date and time selected during checkout.
Cancellation Policies:
Fast Track Tickets to the NEMO Science Museum- The NEMO Science Museum fast track ticket cancellation is possible until 24 hours before the chosen timeslot for a full refund.
NEMO Science Museum + 1-hour Canal Cruise- This Combo-ticket cancellation or rescheduling is currently not possible.
I amsterdam City Card- The I amsterdam City Card can be canceled for free, and a full refund will be provided.
What to do inside NEMO Science Museum
Humania
Humania is a new exhibition on the human race with lots of fun challenges and brain teasers to help you understand how the body and mind work.
Sensational Science
A part of the Fenomena exhibition floor, the Sensational Science exhibit focuses on the Physics and Chemistry of how and why things are around us.
World of Shapes
You will learn about geometry, patterns, shapes, symmetry, and volumes and enjoy mathematics in everyday things around you.
The Machine
The Machine is part of the Technium exhibition floor and will show you the chain of events that happen once you place an online order.
Energetica
In this outdoor exhibition on NEMO Science Museum’s roof, you experience renewable energy sources – wind, water, and sun.
Life in the Universe
You can voyage back in time to the farthest ends of the universe, and rewind back billions of years to the origin of Life in the Universe exhibit.
Laboratory
This is a part of the Elementa exhibition floor and is the place where you work on your fun experiments in the NEMO Science Museum.
Energize
Energize is a fun exhibit where you capture energy from wind, water, or sun and convert it to perform different tasks.
Water Power
Learn how you can harness the power of water at NEMO Museum. This hands-on exhibit features metal pipes and sandbags to create your own dam.
Constructions
A part of the Technium exhibition floor, the Constructions exhibit covers buildings, bridges, and other engineering marvels.
Science Through the Ages
This exhibit displays the evolution of science over the years. In the Museum of the Age of Enlightenment, you see the greatest scientific discoveries.
Innovation Gallery
The range of iconic devices in NEMO’s Innovation Gallery, collected over the years, will give you an idea of the technological progress made so far.
Activities
There are several temporary and permanent activities held here to make learning science fun for you. Check out the Online tour in NEMO.
The Studio
The Studio is NEMO Science Museum’s off-site laboratory, where they present interactive programs for adult audiences.
The Roof
The roof is the highest city square in the Netherlands, where you can find the open-air exhibition Energetica, a large terrace, and a restaurant.
Plan Your Visit to NEMO Science Museum
Tuesday to Sunday: 10 AM to 5:30 PM.
Note: The museum is also open on all Mondays during the school holidays. Visitors can plan a visit to NEMO Science Museum on the following school holiday Mondays in 2023: 22 April, 1 May, 10, 17, 24 and 31 July, 7,14 and 21 August, 16 and 23 October, and 25 December
Closed: NEMO Museum will be closed on 27 April 2023.
Duration: Visitors are allowed to spend 3 hours inside the museum.
Best Time to Visit: Since this is an indoor attraction, you can visit NEMO Museum throughout the year. Avoid planning a visit between June and October as this is the time when there would be the maximum crowd at the museum. The best time to visit NEMO Science Museum to ensure fewer crowds would be between November and March.
Address: NEMO Science Museum, Oosterdok 2, 1011 VX Amsterdam
By Bus: You can take Bus 22 to get down at Kadijksplein. From here, NEMO Museum is a 15-minutes walk.
By Metro: Take a metro train to Central Station in Amsterdam and leave the station from the main entrance. It is a 15-minute walk to NEMO from here.
By Coach: Take a coach and get down at west quay that is near the museum until 11 AM. After 11 AM, you can use the H11 drop-off point by Maritime Museum.
- NEMO Science Museum offers facilities such as baby changing rooms, lift, lockers, and First Aid by trained employees.
- All the exhibitions inside NEMO Science Center except for the Energetica exhibition on the rooftop square are wheelchair- and pram chair-friendly.
- There are disabled toilets on all floors with the exception of floor 3.
- The museum is accessible to people with disabilities and visual impairments. You can reach out to NEMO employees to understand which exhibitions are best-suited for your visit.
- There is an online service, iLost, available that helps visitors recover lost items.
Museum Restaurant and Cafes: The NEMO Museum has a Restaurant, Cafe and Coffee Bar. On the rooftop is the restaurant with panoramic vistas. The coffee bar is right past the ticket inspection point, a splendid place for coffee, tea or cake. The cafe is at the heart of the Museum, on the second floor. It is a fantastic spot for a short break during your journey through NEMO.
Hannekes Boom: Visit Hannekes Boom for a meal at a dockside restaurant with a terrace. It is 1.8 km from NEMO Museum and serves a variety of meat, seafood, and vegetable dishes.
Kanteen 25: Kanteen 25 is a sustainable restaurant across the Museum that is a terrific choice for lunch or dinner outside by the water. It is an 11-minute walk or a 3-minute bicycle ride through Mr. J.J. van der Veldebrug.
Clubhouse Amsterdam: Clubhouse Amsterdam is located adjacent to NEMO Museum and is a family-friendly restaurant in Amsterdam. You can reach the restaurant on a boat and enjoy delicious food with a unique ambience.
There are several options for accommodation available near NEMO Science Center in varying price ranges.
Budget: Durty Nellys, ClinkNOORD, Hotel D'Amsterdam Leidsesquare, Tribe Amsterdam City, and Stayokay Hostel Amsterdam Oost (Zeeburg).
Mid-Range: Holiday Inn Express Amsterdam - City Hall, Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Landmark, The Hendrik's Hotel, and Eden Hotel Amsterdam
Luxury: DoubleTree by Hilton- Amsterdam Centraal Station, Blauwe Hoorn, Radisson Blu Hotel- Amsterdam City Center, and Hotel Jakarta Amsterdam by WestCord.
Anne Frank House: Plan a visit to the famous Anne Frank House to learn where the famous Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank lived and hid during the Nazi persecution.
Van Gogh Museum: Van Gogh Museum is a Dutch art museum that is dedicated to Vincent Van Gogh. You will find his greatest works here along with his contemporaries.
Rijksmuseum: Largest art museum in the Netherlands, Rijksmuseum is a Dutch national museum in Amsterdam that showcases the art and history of the country.
ARTIS: Natura Artis Magistra, aka Artis, is the oldest zoo in the Netherlands. It is home to an arboretum, an aquarium, a planetarium, and a large collection of art and sculptures.
All Your Questions About NEMO Science Museum Tickets Answered
A. Visitors can buy NEMO Science Museum tickets online for their desired start date and timeslot in advance. If you have a Museumkaart, I amsterdam City Card, Autipas, Amsterdam Stadpas, NEMO voucher, NEMO Jaarpas, ICOM card, or VriendenLoterij VIP-KAART, you can enter NEMO Science Museum for free and require you to reserve your spot with a valid start date and time on the official website. The validity of your card and the voucher will be checked at the entrance.
A. The best way to buy NEMO Science Museum Amsterdam tickets is online and in advance. This way, you can get your desired date and timeslot for visiting and can even avail of discount offers on your tickets.
A. Yes, you can buy your NEMO Science Museum tickets online as they currently accept digital reservations only.
A. No, tickets are not sold at the entrance to the NEMO Science Museum.
A. The fast-track NEMO Science Museum combo tickets with the canal cruise cannot be cancelled, amended or rescheduled. Make sure you choose the correct date and time for your tickets. However, the fast-track Tickets to the NEMO Science Museum can be cancelled up until 24 hours before the selected timeslot for a full refund.
A. Your NEMO Amsterdam tickets are valid for the date and time selected upon checkout.
A. You can purchase NEMO Science Museum tickets at least four months in advance.
A. NEMO Museum Amsterdam is open from Tuesday to Sunday, 10 AM – 5:30 PM. It is also open on Mondays during the school holidays.
A. A complete tour of the NEMO Museum in Amsterdam will take approximately 3 hours.
A. Yes, NEMO Science Center is wheelchair-friendly with the exception of the Energetica exhibition on the rooftop square.
A. Yes, NEMO Museum Amsterdam is accessible to people with visual impairments or disabilities. The museum is mostly wheelchair-accessible and there are disabled toilets available on almost all floors.
A. You can take videos and photographs of the NEMO Science Museum only if you have approval from the authorities. Apply to get permission.