Getting to STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam: A complete travel guide

Where is STRAAT Museum located?

Address: NDSM-Plein 1, 1033 WC Amsterdam, Netherlands

STRAAT Museum is located in the NDSM Wharf district of Amsterdam Noord, a creative waterfront area across the IJ River from Amsterdam Central Station. The museum is housed inside a large former shipbuilding warehouse and is surrounded by street art, cultural venues, cafés, and open industrial spaces.

Closest landmark: NDSM Wharf, about 200 m away.

Getting to STRAAT Museum by public transport

  • Travel time: 15 mins from Amsterdam Central Station
  • Closest stop: NDSM Wharf ferry terminal
  • Timings: Ferries run frequently throughout the day, roughly every 15 minutes

Take the free NDSM ferry from the back of Amsterdam Central Station. The ferry crosses the IJ River and arrives at NDSM Wharf. From the ferry dock, walk about 3–4 minutes to reach the STRAAT Museum.

  • Travel time: 15–20 mins from Amsterdam Central Station
  • Closest stop: Klaprozenweg
  • Bus lines: 391 (toward Zaandam Zaanse Schans), 394 (toward Zaandam Station)
  • Timings: Buses generally run from early morning until around midnight

Board bus 391 or 394 from Amsterdam Central Station. Get off at Klaprozenweg, then walk about 10 minutes to the STRAAT Museum at NDSM Wharf.

  • Travel time: 25–30 mins from Amsterdam Central Station
  • Closest metro station: Noorderpark
  • Metro line: 52 (North–South Line)
  • Timings: Metro services usually run from early morning until around midnight

Take Metro Line 52 to Noorderpark, then transfer to bus 35 (toward Molenwijk) or bus 36 (toward Sloterdijk). Get off at Atatürk stop and walk about 4 minutes to reach the STRAAT Museum.

Getting to STRAAT Museum by car

Driving route

  • Travel time: 15–20 mins from Amsterdam Central Station
  • Distance: 6 km
  • Peak traffic hours: 8am - 10am, 5pm - 7pm
  • Routes: Fastest via IJ Tunnel (S116) toward Amsterdam Noord, then follow signs to NDSM Wharf / NDSM-Plein.

Drive from central Amsterdam through the IJ Tunnel (S116) or via the A10 Ring Road (exit S118) toward Amsterdam Noord. Follow road signs to NDSM Wharf, where the STRAAT Museum is located.

Parking facilities

STRAAT Museum does not have free onsite parking available at the museum. Parking is available at garages and public parking areas around NDSM Wharf, located a short walk from the museum entrance.

NDSM Parking Garage: about 2–3 minutes walk, open 24 hours, approximately €2.50 per hour with a daily maximum around €17.50.

Cycling / Walking to the STRAAT Museum

  • Best for: Scenic exploration, active travellers
  • Travel time: Walk for about 40 to 45 minutes from Amsterdam Central Station or cycle for about 20 minutes
  • Distance: 3-3.5 km from Amsterdam Central Station

Walking or cycling to the STRAAT Museum is a great way to experience Amsterdam’s waterfront and creative districts. From Amsterdam Central Station, take the free ferry to NDSM Wharf, then walk about 2–3 minutes to reach the museum. The NDSM area is known for its large street art murals, cultural spaces, cafés, and industrial waterfront views, making the short walk to the museum part of the experience. Cycling is also popular thanks to Amsterdam’s extensive bike lanes and bike-friendly ferries across the IJ River.

What is the best way to get to the STRAAT Museum?

Budget-friendly

The most affordable way to reach the STRAAT Museum is by taking the free ferry from Amsterdam Central Station to NDSM Wharf. The ferry runs frequently throughout the day and drops you just a short walk from the museum entrance.

Fastest route

For the quickest journey, take the free NDSM ferry from Amsterdam Central Station. The crossing takes about 15 minutes, and the museum is only a 2–3 minute walk from the ferry dock.

To sightsee

For a more scenic route, combine the ferry ride with a walk or bike ride around the NDSM Wharf area. The district is known for its large street art murals, creative studios, and waterfront views, making the journey part of the experience.

Accessible travel

Ferries, buses, and taxis offer convenient access to the NDSM Wharf district. The ferry terminal and surrounding area are generally easy to navigate, and taxis can drop passengers close to the museum entrance at NDSM-Plein.

Frequently asked questions about getting to the STRAAT Museum

The STRAAT Museum is at NDSM-Plein 1 in the NDSM Wharf district of Amsterdam Noord. It occupies a former shipbuilding warehouse along the IJ waterfront, just steps from the NDSM ferry terminal.