If you’re searching for culture and history, look no further than Amsterdam

A must-visit destination for art and history lovers, Amsterdam has over 60 world-class museums. Known for its quirky architecture, bike culture, lively nightlife, and charming canals, the progressive Dutch capital has a rich history that dates back to the 13th century.

1/6 Van Gogh Museum

Devoted to the life and work of Vincent van Gogh, this museum is home to over 1,400 pieces of the artist’s work from original paintings to drawings and letters. Discover the mind of the artistic creator and get an intimate look into his life.

The Van Gogh Museum only accepts online reservations. For more information, visit vangoghmuseum.nl.

2/6 MOCO Museum

Founded in 2016, MOCO Amsterdam houses an inspiring collection of modern, contemporary, and street artists, including works by Banksy, Andy Warhol, Kaws, Yayoi Kusama, and more. Huddled inside Villa Alsberg, a townhouse overlooking Museumplein in the heart of Amsterdam, MOCO is set between the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. The museum offers an unparalleled collection of art to reflect on modern society, under the stated mission to express the endless power of art.

I Amsterdam Pass holders can enter the MOCO Museum for free. For more information, visit mocomuseum.com.

3/6 Rijksmuseum

Exhibiting everything from hand-crafted furniture to ancient sculptures, the Rijksmuseum (pronounced ‘rikes’) is among the world’s finest art museums. The place houses over 1.5km of galleries that feature over 8,000 artworks by renowned Dutch artists Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh, as well as plenty of other masterpieces.

I Amsterdam Pass holders can enter the Rijksmuseum for free. However, visitors are required to book a time-slot in advance. For more information, visit rijksmuseum.nl.

4/6 Katten Kabinet

For cat people, Katten Kabinet (Cat Cabinet) is a must-visit. An art museum devoted to works depicting cats, the collection offers a wide look at the role of the cat in art and in culture through the centuries. Paintings, drawings, sculptures, and books about our feline friends are presented in a professional way. You can’t help but smile while exploring all of the cat art. Don’t forget to get yourself a kitty souvenir before leaving.

I Amsterdam Pass holders receive a 25% discount. For more information, visit kattenkabinet.nl.

5/6 Anne Frank Huis

The Anne Frank House is a museum and historical site dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank. The canal house features hidden rooms where she and her family lived for two years while trying to escape the Nazi persecution during World War II. In 1960, the building—located at the Prinsengracht—was opened to the public as a museum and is devoted to the life of Anne Frank, where her original diary is also displayed.

The Anne Frank House can only be visited with a ticket bought online for a specific time slot. For more information, visit annefrank.org.

6/6 Zaanse Schans Windmills

If you’re looking to get an accurate impression of life in the Netherlands during the 17th and 18th century, Zaanse Schans is like walking through a piece of history. Discover distinctive green wooden houses, historic windmills, a cheese factory, a warehouse where clogs were made, and so much more. There are various interesting museums within Zaanse Schans. where you can learn the old crafts of the Zaan region.

Entry to Zaanse Schans region is free. Most of the museums and craft demonstrations can be visited free of charge, but for some of the attractions are paid. Some paid attractions are included with the I Amsterdam Pass.

For more information, visit dezaanseschans.nl.