Tropenmuseum

Open today from 10:00 until 17:00

Open today from 10:00 until 17:00

Wed - Sun 10:00 - 17:00
Mon Closed
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Linneusstraat 2
1092 CK Amsterdam
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088 - 00 42 800

Het Tropenmuseum in Amsterdam
Museum of the Tropics, Amsterdam
Vitrines in een tentoonstellingszaal
The Museum of the Tropics introduces visitors to a wide variety of world cultures
Kinderen in het tropenmuseum
Amazing traditions and rituals from all over the world

The Museum of the Tropics focuses on world cultures. Experience how people from all over the world mourn, celebrate, decorate, pray or fight in one of the most beautiful museums in the Netherlands.

Dating from 1926, the impressive national heritage site is located near Oosterpark, in the heart of Amsterdam-Oost. The imposing central Hall of Light provides an overview of everything the museum has to offer: an extensive permanent collection and frequent temporary exhibitions where each and every object tells a human story.

Culture

Stories on universal human themes such as mourning, celebrations, decorations, prayer and fighting. These stories spark curiosity for the world and its immense cultural diversity. From Africa to West and Southeast Asia and from New Guinea to Latin America. At the Museum of the Tropics, discover how we are all members of the same human race, despite our differences.

Access

Netherlands Museum Pass valid

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Facilities

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