Museum van Loon
Type: Historic Sites, Museums
10Best Says
This gracious, beautifully ornamented canal house dates from the late 17th century and is a virtual time capsule of decorative arts, family treasures and city history. Purchased by the Van Loon family... Read More
This gracious, beautifully ornamented canal house dates from the late 17th century and is a virtual time capsule of decorative arts, family treasures and city history. Purchased by the Van Loon family (one of Amsterdam's foremost dynasties) in 1884, the home was filled with their portraits, furnishings and goods. Instituted as a museum in 1974, the canal house was meticulously restored, and its interior and landscaped grounds are open to history buffs and lovers of architecture and design alike. Personal tours are available for an additional fee.
Museum van Loon is by far the best museum if you want to see an original canal house interior in Amsterdam.
Hours:
- Wed-Mon 11am-5pm
Admissions:
- Adult 6; Student (6-18) 4; Child (0-5) Free
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Anne de Buck
Amsterdam Local Expert
- Historic Sites, Tours and Excursions: "Book a personal tour for the best experience."
- Best for Historic Sites Because: One of the most unique museums in Amsterdam giving a gimps of the rich history of canal houses.
- Best for Tours and Excursions Because: A very special tour in Amsterdam giving the opportunity to discover the inside of a historic canal house.
