Nemo Amsterdam - Science Museum for Kids
Nemo Science Center is a 'hands-on' science and technology museum full of exhibits which are great for both adults and kids. The building is in the striking form of a green ship hull, particularly appropriate considering Amsterdam's rich maritime history. |
Opened in 1997, Nemo was designed by renowned Italian architect Renzo Piano who also designed Pompidou Centre in Paris.
You can climb up the slope to the top of the roof which gives a pretty good view over the surrounding area. In the summer the roof is converted to a sun terrace.
There are a wide variety of exhibitions in Nemo - from Amazing Constructions (looking at mechanics behind construction) to Water Worlds (explains how drinking tap water is purified and ends up in the home).
Entry costs €11.50, free for
ages 0-3. (Note, no discounts for Museumkaart or iamsterdam holders).
Open
Tuesday to Sunday (closed Mondays except Jun to Aug and school holidays)
Opening
times 1000 to 1700.
Nemo is easily reached walking east from Amsterdam Central Station.
Nemo,
Oosterdok 2, 1011 VX Amsterdam
Tel: +31(0)20 531 3233
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