National Holocaust Museum & Memorial Tickets Amsterdam
- DurationValid 1 day
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- Meeting pointThe National Holocaust Museum on Plantage Middenlaan, Amsterdam
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Overview
The National Holocaust Museum in Amsterdam tells the story of the persecution of Jews in the Netherlands through personal stories, objects and documents. Your entry ticket covers the museum, housed in the former teacher-training college known as the Hervormde Kweekschool, and the National Holocaust Memorial at the Hollandsche Schouwburg across the street. It is a serious, moving visit for adults and older children who want to understand what happened. This is a self-guided ticket, valid for one day, with no hotel pickup.
Highlights
- Entry to the National Holocaust Museum in the Plantage quarter
- Entry to the National Holocaust Memorial at the Hollandsche Schouwburg
- Personal stories, objects and documents about the persecution of Jews in the Netherlands
- Set in the historic Hervormde Kweekschool building
- The story of children who were rescued from deportation
- Ticket valid for one day
Full Description
The National Holocaust Museum in the Hervormde Kweekschool
The museum opened in 2024 and is dedicated to the persecution and murder of Jews in the Netherlands during the Second World War. If you are looking for National Holocaust Museum tickets in Amsterdam or want to understand Amsterdam's history during the occupation, this is one of the most important places to visit in the city.
The exhibition is built around personal stories rather than statistics alone. Letters, photographs, objects and testimonies bring individual lives into focus, and the museum explains how a society moved from discrimination to deportation. The visit is designed to be reflective rather than overwhelming, but it remains emotionally demanding.
The Hervormde Kweekschool and the story of rescued children
The museum occupies the former Hervormde Kweekschool, a teacher-training college that stood opposite a theatre used as a deportation assembly point. During the war, this location became part of a rescue effort in which many children were smuggled away and hidden, and the building itself is part of that story.
Knowing this adds meaning when you walk through the rooms and the garden area. Take your time to read the narratives of those who were saved, those who helped and those who were lost, and allow space for reflection during the visit.
The National Holocaust Memorial at the Hollandsche Schouwburg
Your ticket also includes the National Holocaust Memorial in the Hollandsche Schouwburg, the former theatre directly across the street. During the occupation, thousands of Jews were gathered there before being sent onward, and today it is a place of remembrance.
Allow about two hours in total for both sites. The museum is easy to reach on foot from central Amsterdam or by tram, close to the Dutch Resistance Museum and ARTIS. Opening hours change by day and season, and it is wise to check your date in the booking panel before travelling.
Itinerary
- Arrive at the museumShow your ticket at the entrance in the Plantage quarter.
- Explore the exhibitionFollow the personal stories and documents about persecution in the Netherlands.
- Learn about the Kweekschool and rescued childrenSee how this building became part of a rescue effort.
- Visit the Hollandsche SchouwburgCross the street to the National Holocaust Memorial included in your ticket.
What's included
- National Holocaust Museum entry ticket
- Hollandsche Schouwburg National Holocaust Memorial entry ticket
- Valid for 1 day
Not included
- Guided tour
- Food and drinks
Is this right for you?
Great for
- History and culture lovers
- Travellers who want a proven choice — rated 4.7/5 by past travellers
Not suitable for
- Young children, as the subject is very serious and can be distressing
- Visitors looking for a guided tour, as this ticket is self-guided
Meeting point
This is a fixed-venue entry ticket, so hotel pickup is not included. The museum is in the Plantage quarter of Amsterdam, and the Hollandsche Schouwburg memorial is directly across the street. Select your date in the booking panel and show your confirmation at the entrance.
Important information
- Your ticket covers entry to the National Holocaust Museum and the National Holocaust Memorial at the Hollandsche Schouwburg
- The ticket is valid for one day
- Ticket categories: adults from 18, youth 13 to 17, children 6 to 12 and infants up to 5
- The subject is serious; consider the age and sensitivity of children in your group
- Please behave with respect, especially in the memorial
- Opening hours change by day and season
- Bring your confirmation on your phone or printed
Good to know
Frequently Asked Questions
Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.
How much does the National Holocaust Museum ticket cost?
The price depends on the visitor category, such as adult, youth or child. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each category.
Is hotel pickup included?
No. This is an entry ticket to a fixed venue in the Plantage quarter, and you make your own way there.
Does the ticket include the Hollandsche Schouwburg?
Yes, the ticket includes the National Holocaust Museum and the National Holocaust Memorial at the Hollandsche Schouwburg.
How long does a visit take?
Allow about two hours in total for the museum and the memorial, and longer if you want to read everything.
Is the museum suitable for children?
It is best for older children and teenagers because of the serious subject. Younger children should visit only if parents feel they are ready.
What should I wear or bring?
Comfortable, respectful clothing and your confirmation on your phone.
Can I book for today or tomorrow?
Yes, if the date is available in the booking panel.
Is there a guided tour?
This ticket is for self-guided entry, without a guide.
Is the National Holocaust Museum worth visiting?
Yes, if you want to understand the history of Amsterdam and the Netherlands in the Second World War. It is a moving and important museum.
What else is nearby?
The Dutch Resistance Museum, ARTIS Royal Zoo and the Hortus botanical garden are all in the Plantage quarter.
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