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Travel Tips

Booking and Tickets

Book tickets and time slots in advance to avoid waiting. Free entry with the I Amsterdam city card. 1

Purchase skip-the-line tickets online in advance to avoid waiting. 2

Activities for Kids

Great for indoor activity, especially with kids. Offers educational and fun experiences. 3

Recommended for children aged 5+. Book your slot in advance. 4

Ideal for keeping kids entertained on a rainy day. 5

Facilities and Pricing

€17.50 for visitors above 4. Open 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM. 6

Admission for adults is around €18.50. Children between 4 and 17 can enter for €15. 7

Exhibits and Activities

Engage in hands-on activities and experiments for a fun learning experience. 8

Engage with hundreds of games and technological objects for educational fun. 9

Roof and Outdoor Area

Even if you don't enter the museum, the rooftop offers fun activities and great views. 10

Engage in workshops and enjoy the outdoor cafe on the museum's roof for stunning city views. 11

Introduction

Overview

🏛️ Established: The museum was established in 1923.
📍 Location: Situated in the Oosterdokseiland neighborhood in Amsterdam-Centrum.
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Visitors: Attracts around 670,000 visitors annually.
🏗️ Design: The current building was designed by Renzo Piano and opened in 1997.
🔬 Focus: Dedicated to making science and technology accessible to the public.

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Exhibits

🧪 Interactive: Features hands-on science exhibitions across five floors.
🔬 Humania: Learn about human biology through games and tests.
🌈 Fenomena: Explore natural phenomena like light, sound, and static electricity.
🧬 DNA and Chain Reactions: Includes a room with giant dominoes and a chain reaction circuit.
⚗️ Laboratory: Conduct experiments and learn about chemistry.
🧠 Human Mind: Tests and experiments related to memory and senses.
🏗️ Ball Factory: Interactive exhibit where visitors sort and pack plastic balls.

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History

🗓️ 1923: Opened as the Museum van den Arbeid by Herman Heijenbrock.
🔄 1954: Renamed to Nederlands Instituut voor Nijverheid en Techniek (NINT).
🏢 1997: Moved to the current building designed by Renzo Piano.
🔬 2000: Renamed to Science Center Nemo.
🏛️ 2016: Adopted the name NEMO Science Museum.

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Visitor Information

📅 Open Mondays: Open on select Mondays throughout the year.
🎟️ Ticket Booking: Tickets must be booked in advance, including for City Card holders.
🕒 Opening Hours: Typically open from 10:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
💳 City Card: City Card holders must ensure their card is valid at the time of visit.
🛍️ NEMO Shop: Offers a variety of scientific souvenirs.

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Location and Access

📍 Address: Oosterdok 2, Amsterdam, Netherlands.
🚇 Public Transit: Accessible via Amsterdam Centraal station.
🚗 Parking: Nearest car park is Parkeergarage Oosterdok.
🌐 Coordinates: 52°22′26.69″N 4°54′44.46″E.
🗺️ City Center: Located within the city center of Amsterdam.

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Dining and Shopping

🍽️ Cafeterias: Multiple dining options available within the museum.
☕ Snacks and Drinks: Enjoy a variety of snacks and beverages.
🛍️ NEMO Shop: Offers scientific souvenirs like plasma balls and molecule construction kits.
🎁 Gift Items: Includes items like the 'Da Vinci Watch' and 'Bounce Egg'.
🍴 Rooftop Dining: The fifth floor features a cafeteria with great city views.

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