Amsterdam Tulip Museum — Attraction in Amsterdam

The museum is not very worthwhile, as the materials and exhibits are not very well looked after, you can see that it is a tourist trap to get you to buy in their shop with inflated prices. It is true that the entrance fee is not expensive, but it is not worth spending your time when you can see other things that are more beautiful and displayed with more care. Moreover, the shop assistants were very rude, we went to buy a soap and the price was around 9€, they made a mistake (I want to think it was not intentional) and marked more money on the dataphone, one of them realised it and went to tell the other one, the other employee made signs to her to shut up, without any shame because she did it in front of our face. My friend and I were shocked at the situation and when we saw the price, they could see in our faces that we were going to complain, so they told us quickly "sorry, here's the difference" and gave us the money to avoid problems... I didn't put in a complaint sheet because I wasn't going to spend my tourism days handing it in... but you could feel the tourismphobia of those girls doing that, as if we were stupid.

The incident took place on Saturday 6th of july (2024) at about 3pm, and the insolent girl was a white-skinned, brown-haired girl with wide brown eyebrows, in her early 20s and a slim complexion.

It ruined the whole museum experience for us and that's why I might have seen it as worse than it really is... but I wouldn't go back to a place that treats you like you're an idiot because you don't speak Dutch, taking into account that we speak fluent English and that everybody there seems to speak very good English (including the employees).

Be careful not to be overcharged, it will not be a practice they do in few occasions if they expose...

Nice museum.

The Amsterdam Tulip Museum is a captivating attraction that provides visitors with an immersive experience into the history and significance of tulips in Dutch culture. Located in the heart of Amsterdam, the museum offers a comprehensive overview of the tulip's journey from its origins in Central Asia to becoming an iconic symbol of the Netherlands.

Inside the museum, you'll find an array of exhibits showcasing various aspects of tulips, including their historical importance during the Dutch Golden Age, the infamous "Tulip Mania" economic bubble, and the meticulous art of tulip cultivation. The museum's collection features antique tulip vases, paintings, and artifacts that depict the flower's influence on art, commerce, and society.

Visitors can explore interactive displays that delve into the science behind tulip growth and genetics, as well as the intricate process of crossbreeding that has led to the creation of countless tulip varieties. Additionally, the museum provides insights into the modern tulip industry, its global impact, and the role tulips play in contemporary Dutch life.

Whether you're a history enthusiast, a botany lover, or simply curious about Dutch cultural heritage, the Amsterdam Tulip Museum offers an engaging and educational experience that highlights the fascinating story of the tulip and its enduring...

Situated next to the Amsterdam Cheese Museum on Prinsengracht, Amsterdam Tulip Museum is just a few minutes walk from the Cow Museum and Anne Frank House. It's worthwhile planning a visit to all, or any combination of these museums, due to their proximity, for a fun, educational and cultural day out. Part of the lily family and native to Central Asia, tulips only became popular once these arrived in The Netherlands. There are more than 150 species of tulips in more than 3,000 varieties. Every year, Dutch growers plant more than 7 million bulbs by hand at the Keukenhof Flower Gardens, which attract visitors from all over the world. The song "Tulips from Amsterdam" by the late, great Max Bygraves, was a global success firmly creating the association between the city and these spectacular flowers. During the first half of the 17th century, the was a period of "Tulip mania" in the Netherlands. Bulbs were worth considerably more than their weight in gold, with single bulbs exchanging hands for the equivalent price of a nice house. You can learn more about these and many other fascinating facts at an audio visual presentation in the museum, which is situated at the rear of a shop selling bulbs, postcards and souvenirs.The entrance is adorned with a beautiful display of...