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The NEMO Science Museum Amsterdam

The NEMO Science Museum Amsterdam

NEMO is the Netherlands' largest science center, shaped like a green ship. It’s located in Amsterdam’s harbor and designed by architect Renzo Piano. Five floors of interactive exhibits cover physics, biology, and technology. Kids can learn about static electricity, chemical reactions, and DNA. The rooftop offers panoramic views and outdoor experiments. Exhibits are playful, educational, and hands-on at every turn. There’s a Maker Space, lab zones, and seasonal programs for all ages. Ideal for families, school groups, and young scientists in the making. A café and museum shop add to the family-friendly atmosphere. Fun, accessible, and full of curious discoveries.

Opening hours

  • Tuesday to Sunday, from 10.00 to 17.30

How to get there

Oosterdok 2, 1011 VX Amsterdam, Netherlands

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From €21,50

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NEMO is the Netherlands’ largest science center, located in a striking, ship-shaped building designed by architect Renzo Piano. Just a short walk from Amsterdam Central Station, NEMO offers five floors of hands-on exhibits that bring science and technology to life for visitors of all ages.

At NEMO, you can:
🔬 Create chemical reactions in a real lab setting
⚡ Generate electricity using your own body
🧠 Explore how your brain perceives illusions and emotions
💧 Build dams and test water flow in the Life in the Universe zone
📡 Learn how light, sound, and motion work through interactive experiments

On the rooftop, enjoy panoramic views of Amsterdam and take part in energy exhibits or simply relax at the café and terrace. Whether you're 5 or 95, NEMO makes science playful, accessible, and unforgettable.

Some Highlights of The NEMO Science Museum Amsterdam

Chain Reaction Machine

An eye-catching kinetic installation where everyday objects trigger one another in a mesmerizing cause-and-effect loop. It’s a playful, visual way to understand physics and engineering principles in action.

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Human Brain & Perception Zone

Explore how your senses and brain work together (and sometimes fool you!). From optical illusions to emotion simulators, this area lets visitors experience the science of being human.

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The Lab – Hands-On Chemistry

Put on a lab coat and safety goggles and become a scientist for a day. In this interactive lab, visitors (especially kids) can perform real chemical experiments in a safe, guided environment.

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