The history of Amsterdam in the Museum of the Canals

Open today: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Address:

Herengracht 386, Amsterdam

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Now on view

Visitors viewing the model of a canal house in the permanent exhibition of the Museum of the CanalsAlways on

Permanent exhibition

During the journey through the five rooms, you will see the canals and the city emerge around you. 

Period room with green wall coverings, chandelier, and ceiling painting in the Museum of the CanalsAlways on

Period rooms

In the rooms on the first floor, you will discover original elements from four centuries of residential history.

Tentoonstelling 'Liefde op de Grachten - 30 jaar Canal Parade' in het Grachtenmuseum Temporary

Love on the Canals – 30 Years of Canal Parade

Discover that the Canal Parade is at once a celebration, a protest, and cultural heritage. On view until September 27, 2026.

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View the planned activities at the Museum of the Canals.

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Two visitors in the Red Salon of the Museum of the Canals, photo Rebekka Mell

Plan your visit

Visitors in the Red Salon of the Museum of the CanalsInformation

Opening hours & prices

Open daily. Free admission with Museumcard, iAmsterdam City Card, Stadspas and ICOM.

The facade of the Museum of the Canals at Herengracht 386 in AmsterdamInformation

Address & directions

Herengracht 386, in the heart of Amsterdam

Period room with crystal chandelier and wall coverings in the Museum of the CanalsInformation

Practical information

Everything you want to know before your visit

Two visitors viewing a historical painting of the Amsterdam canals in the Museum of the Canals

The Amsterdam canals

Would you like to know more about the history of the canals? Take a look here.

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