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Amsterdam Jewish Museum: Deep Dive into Historical and Modern Jewish Culture
4.2
52 Ratings
Amsterdam
Immerse yourself in the rich history and vibrant culture of Amsterdam's Jewish community at the Jewish Museum. Explore historical synagogues, interactive exhibits, and engaging activities for children.
Duration:
4 hours
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Jewish Museum - Any trip to Amsterdam should include a visit to the Jewish Museum. This museum, housed in four monumental synagogues, offers a unique look at Jewish life in the Netherlands past and present in all its complexity. The museum has a large multimedia collection ranging from paintings to films and from everyday objects to 3D presentations and always offers one or two temporary exhibitions.
What's Included
- Walking tour map of the old Jewish neighborhood
- Audioguide included
What's Not Included
- Guided tour
- Food and drinks
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information
Amsterdam’s elderly Jewish quarter is adorned with awe-inspiring synagogues, remarkable edifices, and significant memorials. Situated within this less-than-a-square-kilometer neighborhood is the Jewish Cultural Quarter. It encompasses the Jewish Museum, the surprisingly interactive Jewish Museum Junior, and the elegant Portuguese Synagogue. This place offers a comprehensive understanding of the Jewish culture, history, and traditions, all under a single entry ticket.
The Jewish Museum, occupying four monumental synagogues, furnishes a distinctive perspective into the intricate Jewish existence in the Netherlands, from the past to the present. The Jewish Museum Junior, designed as a six-room Jewish family home, provides an edutainment experience for 6 to 12-year-old kids, illuminating Jewish culture through a mix of solemn and playful games. Kids get to bake rolls in the kosher kitchen, learn Hebrew in the study, or create harmonies in the music room.
- The Portuguese Synagogue is closed on Saturdays and Jewish holidays
Location
Jewish Museum
Nieuwe Amstelstraat
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
4.2
(52 Ratings)
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Zendark30
May 1, 2024
Remembering our history - Whether you are Jewish or not this is worth a visit. Take time to read the personal stories and learn about the Jewish culture in Amsterdam and throughout the Netherlands. The holocaust museum and name monument are also within a 15 minute walk.
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517waynem
Feb 9, 2024
Must see for everyone! - Great exhibits and cute café
Portuguese synagogue was fabulous. A rich history was well preserved and documented despite the horrors of the Holocaust. Must do in Amsterdam = for everyone
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Rhonda_k
Oct 8, 2023
A TOUR WORTH TAKING - learned many interesting facts I did not know. Brought to life many I already heard. Interesting and enlightening. Woth your time to learn more and more about this period of time.
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Subeem
Aug 29, 2023
Go see the Jewish Museum - a lovely worthwhile stop to see the beautiful artifacts.
Very nice exhibit and activity for children.
excellent cafe.
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Liltrave
Apr 9, 2024
Jewish life in Amsterdam - My husband & I toured and found it interesting. Liked that with your ticket purchase you got the audio to learn about the exhibits & entrance to the synagogue across the street. Unfortunately they were doing some construction, a bit noisy near the gift shop area & entrance. Definitely worth going to.
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Emmach777
Oct 12, 2023
Interesting visit - Lots of historical information about Jewish history and also items of use within the Jewish religious traditions. Really good little video clips of real people telling their story.
Free entry into the Portuguese synagogue too which was also interesting to see.
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Jcook92
Sep 17, 2023
It is more than the Holocaust - It's important to remember when you visit museums that the Jewish people in Amsterdam are more than the Holocaust. This is not a Holocaust museum, but rather a vibrant look into continued Jewish life in Amsterdam. It was especially interesting to visit the synagogue and learn about Jewish life, laws, and the parts of a Jewish service. There was an especially moving exhibit where modern day Dutch Jews spoke about the Holocaust and what Jewish life means to them in relation to the Holocaust and generational trauma.
We used I AMSTERDAM card
Walk across the street to the Portuguese Synagogue included in the ticket price.
No food
small gift shop
nice bathrooms
lockers to store bags
elevators - handicap accessible
audio guide
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Chriss390
Sep 10, 2023
Fascinating, also included in ticket was entrance to equally interesting Portuguese Synagogue - This was really good and very informative, taking in complete history of Judaism in Holland and impact of society right up to present day.
Well worth the visit
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Mkunnen63
Aug 26, 2023
Impressive - Seen and viewed everything here. You gained a great insight into Jewish culture, people and customs. You may already know several things, but it all comes together in a beautiful building. Lots to see, really worth it
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Levene
Aug 7, 2023
Jewish museum - Was a really informative museum with nicely laid out artificats. Plenty of rooms to go in and out of. I learnt plenty and reminded myself of things I’d forgotten.
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