Museum Willet-Holthuysen

What's On

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Plantation along the Canal: Stories of People and Power

Explores how two of the house's 18th-century residents built their wealth on plantation trade, with an audio tour guided by a descendant of an enslaved woman from Suriname's Jagtlust plantation.

Now showing16 Oct – 4 Apr 2027€15

Permanent Collections

The Willet-Holthuysen House: Period Rooms & French Garden

Wander the house's 19th-century period rooms - grand ballroom, dining room, ladies' salon and reconstructed kitchen - and its 18th-century French-style formal garden.

Permanent collection€15

Nearby

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Amsterdam Museum

Local History1 min walk

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H'ART Museum

Architecture3 min walk

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Joods Museum (Jewish Museum, Jewish Cultural Quarter)

Children4 min walk

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Foam Fotografiemuseum Amsterdam

Art5 min walk

Visitor Information

How much does Museum Willet-Holthuysen cost?

Standard adult admission to Museum Willet-Holthuysen is €15. Free for visitors aged 0-17 and Amsterdam Museum cardholders; €7.50 for students/CJP. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Museum Willet-Holthuysen?

Museum Willet-Holthuysen is open Open daily 10:00-17:00. Adjusted hours 12:00-17:00 on Christmas Day and New Year's Day.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Museum Willet-Holthuysen?

Museum Willet-Holthuysen is located at Herengracht 605, 1017 CE Amsterdam, in the Grachtengordel area of Amsterdam. The nearest stations are Waterlooplein (Metro 51/53/54, Tram 14) and Rembrandtplein (Tram 4).

What can I see at Museum Willet-Holthuysen?

Grand canal-house museum on the Herengracht, its 19th-century interiors and French garden frozen in time since 1895. Current highlights include The Willet-Holthuysen House: Period Rooms & French Garden and Plantation along the Canal: Stories of People and Power.

Do I need to book Museum Willet-Holthuysen 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 Museum Willet-Holthuysen?

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.