Free things to do in Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s best hidden gems

Canal cruise with the I amsterdam City Card

https://www.heinekenexperience.com/en/faqs/

Free ticket for sign-language interpreters.  They are very proud of their historical building. Unfortunately, this also makes it more difficult to be wheelchair friendly. Please be advised that their less busy entry hours are during weekdays before 13:00h CET.  Starting in 2025, they will recognize the sunflower keycord.

Heineken Experience

Housed inside Heineken’s historic brewery in the centre of Amsterdam, this interactive museum will take you on an exciting, behind-the-scenes journey through the wild world of one of Europe’s most popular pilsners. It’s now among the city’s most visited attractions, drawing hundreds of thousands of visitors annually.

https://www.artis.nl/en/visit/plan-your-visit/accessibility/

A special route for visitors with a service dog was designed in cooperation with the Dutch service dog user foundation (Stichting Gebruikers Assistentiehonden). This route respects the safety of both service dogs and the animals at ARTIS

Giraffenkalf

Olifanten spelen met water

Leeuwen

Stokstaartje

Hudson Bay wolf

ARTIS-Planetarium

Eetbare tuin

Bloemperk

ARTIS Amsterdam Royal Zoo

Fantastic news from ARTIS. On Friday afternoon, August 16, a healthy baby giraffe was born. The birth went smoothly, and within two hours, the calf was standing and nursing from its mother. The ARTIS team is relieved and happy. The birth is great news for the European breeding program for this endangered species.

https://www.paleisamsterdam.nl/en/visitor-information/

For more information about accessibility go to the museum's website

Pano

Burgerzaal

Mozeszaal

Paleis op de Dam

Weeskamer

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Koninklijk Paleis (Royal Palace)

The Royal Palace Amsterdam is one of 3 palaces used by the royal family. The family uses the Palace during state visits, award ceremonies and other official receptions.

https://www.annefrank.org/en/museum/practical-information/accessibility-museum/

Anne Frank Huis

Anne Frank House

For more than two years, Anne Frank and her family hid in the Secret Annex of the building at Prinsengracht 263, where Anne's father, Otto Frank, had his business. The Van Pels family and Fritz Pfeffer also had their hiding place here.

See how the Johan Cruijff Arena makes visits accessible for people with disabilities.

https://www.johancruijffarena.nl/en/bezoek-de-arena/toegankelijkheid/

Johan Cruijff ArenA

The Johan Cruijff ArenA is the home of AFC Ajax. All home matches of the Amsterdam football club are played in the stadium. In addition, the Johan Cruijff ArenA is an event location that offers many possibilities. From football match to concert, from dinner to kick-off, everything is possible.

THIS IS HOLLAND

THIS IS HOLLAND - The Ultimate 5D Flight Experience

Welcome aboard perhaps the coolest flight of your life! In the 5D Flight Experience you will experience an unforgettable flying experience. It looks like you are actually flying. Just sit down.... And hold on tight!
Please note: From 6 to 10 January 2025, THIS IS HOLLAND will be closed for annual maintenance. We have already updated these dates in our system, so it is no longer possible to book tickets for this week on our website.

https://www.madametussauds.com/amsterdam/en/plan-your-visit/information/facilities-accessibility/

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam

Are you ready for Amsterdam’s most fun and interactive attraction? Then step into the amazing world of Madame Tussauds right in the centre of town. Enjoy surprising encounters with famous performers, royalty, film stars, artists and more!

Ripley's Believe it or not Amsterdam - Vortex

Ripley's Believe it or not Amsterdam  - Lipwomen

Ripley's Believe it or not Amsterdam  - Fatman

Ripley's Believe it or not Amsterdam

Ripley's Believe it or not Amsterdam - Lizardman

Ripley's Believe it or not Amsterdam - Mermaid

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Ripley's Believe it or not Amsterdam  - Transformers

Ripley's Believe it or Not

Ready for something completely different? Blow your mind at Amsterdam’s weirdest museum experience. Ripley’s Amsterdam packs five floors with over 500 genuine bizarre artefacts and a stunning panoramic view over Amsterdam’s famous Dam Square.

The Vault: Je hebt 80 minuten om de eeuwenoude techniek te slim af te zijn, om een onbetaalbaar object te bevrijden!

The Alchemist: jullie hebben slechts 90 minuten om een krachtig, magisch ritueel uit te voeren en de chaos te bedwingen.

The Architect: Ontcijfer geheimen, verscholen in het vergeten kantoor van H.P. Berlage in The Architect escape room in Amsterdam. 60 minuten vol raadsel en mysteries wachten op jullie!

Sherlocked - Escape rooms in Amsterdam

At Sherlocked, creator of the best escape rooms in Amsterdam, we bring friends families and teams closer together through the thrill of mystery and adventure! Sherlocked offers 3 exciting, immersive (not scary) escape rooms that combine history, magic and adventure into unforgettable, breathtaking experiences. You can find them in the Beurs van Berlage, in the center of Amsterdam between Dam Square and Central Station.

Most popular attractions

Energetica Exibhition

Roof Top

Dak van Nemo

The roof of NEMO

A city square with a view over the city: that is what NEMO architect Renzo Piano had in mind with his design. And he has succeeded: NEMO Science Museum has the largest roof terrace in Amsterdam where you can enjoy a beautiful view of the historic city center at 22 meters above sea level. There is a café and plenty of space to sit quietly with a snack and a drink. There is a watercourse for children in the summer.

https://www.dehortus.nl/en/bezoek/accessibility/

The greenhouses are not fully accessible for people with limited mobility. For more details, please see the information via the link.

Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam

Hortus Botanicus Amsterdam (Botanical Garden)

For nearly four centuries, Amsterdam's Hortus Botanicus has regaled visitors with its lush greenhouses and exotic plants. Originally founded in 1638 to serve as a herb garden for the city’s doctors and pharmacists, it’s one of the oldest botanical gardens in the world.

Homomonument

Designed by Amsterdam-born artist Karin Daan in 1979, Amsterdam's  Homomonument (gay monument) was the first of its kind. It was commissioned by the Homomonument society and was officially unveiled in September 1987 at the Westermarkt.

Het UNESCO Werelderfgoed forteiland Pampus in het IJmeer, net buiten Amsterdam

Forteiland Pampus

het dagje uit begint al op de boot naar het eiland toe

Bezoek de virtuele ballonvaart over de Stelling van Amsterdam

Het verhaal van Pampus is een expostie die het verhaal vertelt over het soldatenleven op Pampus

de fortgracht van Pampus met de expositie Forten van Boven

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ontdek hoe de soldaten in het fort leefden

Doe een spannende black-light speurtocht

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lekker genieten op het mooiste terras van Nederland

Ontdek de vele verhalen over 400 jaar geschiedenis het museumfort

Het Pampus Paviljoen met uitzicht op het ijmeer

Ook voor groepen en zakelijke evenementen

Fort Pampus

Raise the flags and man the guns! For a family-friendly and historical day trip from Amsterdam, hop on a ferry and discover Fort Pampus, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Gassan Uilenburgerstraat

Gassan Diamonds

GASSAN Diamonds

In the historical heart of Amsterdam, rough diamonds are transformed into dazzling jewels every day. Delve into the exciting world of diamond cutting and see every step of the process first-hand at GASSAN Diamonds, where four centuries of craftsmanship and tradition are brought to life. Gassan will add extra festive sparkle to your visit this holiday season.

Rembrandt's last house

Create your own AI Rembrandt Portrait

Rembrandt's life journey

Learn more about the life of Rembrandt

Nightwatch

Last works

Rembrandts Amsterdam Experience

Step back in time to the captivating world of Rembrandt and 17th century Amsterdam in this extraordinary and immersive 5D experience. Create your own AI portrait as Rembrandt could have painted you!

Vondelpark

The Vondelpark is Amsterdam's most popular park, attracting thousands of tourists, residents and everyone in between every day.

De Poezenboot

The Catboat (De Poezenboot) is a refuge for stray and abandoned felines floating on Amsterdam’s picturesque Singel canal.

Houseboat Museum

The Houseboat Museum offers you the unique opportunity to experience for yourself what it is like to live in a houseboat on one of Amsterdam's canals.

The local favourites

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Wheelchair-accessible sights and attractions in and around Amsterdam

Windmill spotting in and around Amsterdam

Decoding Amsterdam's city symbols

Bridges of Amsterdam

Unusual repurposed buildings in Amsterdam

Amsterdam’s architectural style: canals, bridges and many more

Fantastic forts and where to find them around Amsterdam

Rainy day activities in Amsterdam

Things to do with your parents when they visit Amsterdam

Watch Ajax Amsterdam in the Johan Cruijff ArenA

Amsterdam (un)leashed: exploring the city with your canine friend

Prettiest streets in Amsterdam

Something for everyone

Highlights on interest

Discover Amsterdam with the City Card

City Card

With more than 800 years of history to discover, Amsterdam is rich with fascinating attractions and sights. From ancient castles to the world-famous canal ring.