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Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography

ArtHistoryPhotographyOpen until 6pmFrom €12.5Keizersgracht (Tram 2, 17, 24)

Housed in a pair of monumental 1665 canal houses on the Keizersgracht, Huis Marseille was the first museum in the Netherlands devoted entirely to photography as an art form. Since opening in 1999, it has built a collection of over 800 contemporary works by artists including Thomas Ruff, Andreas Gursky and Viviane Sassen, shown only through rotating temporary exhibitions rather than a fixed display, since light-sensitive photographs cannot stay up long-term. Original 17th-century features survive throughout, including a rare 1720s Louis XIV-style Red Room and a Jacob de Wit ceiling painting. The museum also runs a specialist photography library and photobook store.

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Getting there

Keizersgracht 401, 1016 EK Amsterdam, Netherlands

Nearest station: Keizersgracht (Tram 2, 17, 24), Rokin (Metro 52)

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Hours

Mon10:00–18:00
Tue10:00–18:00
WedToday10:00–18:00
Thu10:00–21:00
Fri10:00–18:00
Sat10:00–18:00
Sun10:00–18:00

Admission

From €12.5

Students, seniors (65+) and CJP holders €6.50; under-18s free; groups of 8+ €10.00 per person

Nearby

Allard Pierson

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Museum Van Loon

Architecture8 min walk

Foam Fotografiemuseum Amsterdam

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Royal Palace Amsterdam

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Visitor Information

How much does Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography cost?
Standard adult admission to Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography is €12.5. Students, seniors (65+) and CJP holders €6.50; under-18s free; groups of 8+ €10.00 per person. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
What are the opening hours of Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography?
Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography is open Mon–Wed & Fri–Sat 10:00–18:00, Thu 10:00–21:00 (late opening), Sun 10:00–18:00. Closed Jan 1, Apr 27 (King's Day) and Dec 25; Dec 31 shortened to 10:00–17:00. Also closed briefly during exhibition installation periods (no fixed dates announced).. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
Where is Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography?
Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography is located at Keizersgracht 401, 1016 EK Amsterdam, Netherlands, in the Grachtengordel (Canal District) area of Amsterdam. The nearest stations are Keizersgracht (Tram 2, 17, 24), Rokin (Metro 52).
What can I see at Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography?
Amsterdam's pioneering photography museum in two 17th-century canal houses, staging rotating shows from its 800-work collection. Current highlights include Adolphe de Meyer: The Substance of a Venetian Dream, Martine Gutierrez: Wunderkind, Andrzej Steinbach: Hier.
Do I need to book Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography in advance?
Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.
When is the best time to visit Huis Marseille, Museum for Photography?
Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.

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