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Museumkwartier in Amsterdam

Things to Do in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

Museumkwartier developed around the Rijksmuseum and contains major museums at Museumplein. The area also has the Concertgebouw and Vondelpark.

Museumkwartier developed around the Rijksmuseum and contains major museums at Museumplein. The area also has the Concertgebouw and Vondelpark.

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Top things to do in Museumkwartier

  • Vondelpark in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Vondelpark

    4.7 · 61.0k
    City Park

    Expansive, 19th-century urban park with a playground, ponds & an open-air theater.

  • Obrecht church in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Obrecht church

    Catholic Church

    church in Amsterdam, the Netherlands

    Every day
    9 AM – 6 PM
  • Suitsupply Amsterdam in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Suitsupply Amsterdam

    4.8 · 4.6k
    Specialty Store

    Upmarket retailer of men's apparel, featuring on-trend suits, separates, footwear & accessories.

    Mon–Fri
    10 AM – 8 PM
    Sat
    10 AM – 6 PM
    Sun
    11 AM – 6 PM
  • Concertgebouw in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Concertgebouw

    4.8 · 10.4k
    Concert Hall

    Landmark 19th-century concert hall with renowned acoustics for orchestral, chamber & pop music.

  • Terra Incognita in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Terra Incognita

    4.8 · 100
    Gem Shop
    Mon
    Closed
    Tue–Fri
    1 PM – 6 PM
    Sat
    1 PM – 6 PM
    Sun
    Closed
  • ZuiderMRKT in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    ZuiderMRKT

    4.5 · 319
    Market

    Gourmet local produce, meats, cheese & more are highlighted at this once-a-week al fresco market.

    Mon–Fri
    Closed
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    Closed

Where to eat & drink in Museumkwartier

  • Bols Cocktail Experience in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Bols Cocktail Experience

    4.6 · 3.1k
    Cocktail Bar

    Self-guided tour of noted Dutch gin museum including a tasting room, plus cocktails in the chic bar.

    Mon–Thu
    1 PM – 6:30 PM
    Fri
    1 PM – 9 PM
    Sat
    1 PM – 9 PM
    Sun
    1 PM – 6:30 PM
  • Tea Kee Bubble Tea 奶茶 Amsterdam in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Tea Kee Bubble Tea 奶茶 Amsterdam

    4.8 · 738
    Coffee Shop
    Every day
    10 AM – 7:30 PM
  • Brasserie van Baerle in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Brasserie van Baerle

    4.6 · 495
    French· €€

    There is no getting around it: wine is part of the core business of this elegant, ever-inviting luxury brasserie.

  • Coffee District Willemsparkweg in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Coffee District Willemsparkweg

    4.7 · 949
    Coffee Shop· €1–10

    A stylish and popular coffee shop near Amsterdam's Museumplein, known for its espresso, filter coffee, lattes, cold brew, and a variety of baked goods.

  • Esh Pitabar in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Esh Pitabar

    4.6 · 3.1k
    Middle Eastern· €20–30

    A Middle Eastern street food establishment in Amsterdam known for homemade falafel, pita, and pizza.

    Mon–Thu
    12 PM – 1 AM
    Fri
    12 PM – 3 AM
    Sat
    12 PM – 3 AM
    Sun
    12 PM – 1 AM
  • Best Bread Boba in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Best Bread Boba

    4.6 · 2.0k
    Japanese· €10–20

    Located just a 4-minute walk from Museumplein and surrounded by iconic museums, Best Bread Boba brings the art of Japanese Shokupan bread to the cultural heart of Amsterdam.

    Mon
    9 AM – 8 PM
    Tue–Fri
    9 AM – 9:30 PM
    Sat
    9 AM – 12 AM
    Sun
    9 AM – 8 PM
  • The Burger Room in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    The Burger Room

    4.4 · 3.6k
    Burgers· €20–40

    Chic, Wizard of Oz-themed eatery plating burgers, finger foods & desserts, plus cocktails & shakes.

    Every day
    12 PM – 10 PM
  • Moods Coffee & Brunch in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Moods Coffee & Brunch

    4.7 · 1.3k
    Brunch· €10–20

    A cafe in Amsterdam offering specialty coffee and healthy brunch dishes made from fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

    Mon–Thu
    7 AM – 7 PM
    Fri
    7 AM – 6 PM
    Sat
    8 AM – 5 PM
    Sun
    8 AM – 5 PM
  • 't Blauwe Theehuis in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    't Blauwe Theehuis

    4.4 · 3.5k
    Brewpub· €10–20

    Breezy bar in the park serving craft beers, breakfasts & pizzas in a round building with a terrace.

    Mon–Wed
    9:30 AM – 10 PM
    Thu–Fri
    9:30 AM – 11 PM
    Sat
    9:30 AM – 11 PM
    Sun
    9:30 AM – 10 PM
  • Café Loetje in Museumkwartier, Amsterdam

    Café Loetje

    4.3 · 4.2k
    Steakhouse· €20–60

    Specialty steaks & classical Dutch dishes are served at this bustling cafe with a shaded terrace.

    Every day
    10 AM – 10:30 PM

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Map of Museumkwartier with pinned top attractions (1 through 10)
  1. 1Vondelpark
  2. 2Obrecht church
  3. 3Suitsupply Amsterdam
  4. 4Concertgebouw
  5. 5Bols Cocktail Experience
  6. 6Terra Incognita
  7. 7Tea Kee Bubble Tea 奶茶 Amsterdam
  8. 8Brasserie van Baerle
  9. 9Coffee District Willemsparkweg
  10. 10ZuiderMRKT

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