STRAAT Museum — Attraction in Amsterdam

Probably the coolest museum we've ever visited. The art pieces here are all as big as billboards and the display space is an old, giant warehouse or factory of some sort. The cafe is also super cool and worth a visit for a coffee, snack, and mind-blowing overhead view of the entire space! You will see street art of all genres and techniques here. So, it's not just a bunch of concrete walls covered in graffiti. This is a place to observe real street art made by real artists. The outside is covered in street art and many active community artists are actively painting it while you visit. The area around the facility also displays large street art installations too. The entire area, inside and out, is a feast for the eyes. This is a MUST do if you are in Amsterdam, even if just for a single day. Also, if you feel like it during your visit, you can sit at a table and color in some art of your own. Fun to make your own art after being inspired by such great pieces. Be aware, you MUST take a FREE ferry to get to NDSM area where the STRAAT is located. Also, the museum closes at 5PM, so plan accordingly. We went at 3PM on a Tuesday as a before-dinner activity at Bello Gio's. There was no line and we were able to easily buy tickets on the spot. I cannot say this would be the case on a weekend though. The city comes alive on Friday and Saturday. Might want to pre-buy for weekend visits. Don't...

STRAAT Museum: An Unmissable Ode to Urban Art

If you're looking for an art experience that is dynamic, raw, and truly unforgettable, the STRAAT Museum in Amsterdam is a must-visit. Located in a massive, industrial warehouse at the former NDSM shipyard, this museum isn't just a place to see art—it's a place to be immersed in it.

The variety of work on display is genuinely impressive. The museum's collection is a powerful showcase of international street art, with each piece painted directly on-site to a monumental scale. This creates an unparalleled sense of presence and energy. You'll find everything from stunningly detailed portraits to bold, politically charged murals, all under one roof. It’s a complete celebration of the diversity and boundary-pushing nature of urban art.

What makes STRAAT so special is how it uses its unique setting. The gritty, cavernous space is the perfect backdrop for the vibrant, larger-than-life works, making you feel like you've stumbled into a world-class outdoor gallery. It's a testament to the power of street art and a refreshing departure from traditional museums.

For anyone with even a passing interest in urban culture or contemporary art, STRAAT Museum is well worth the short, free ferry ride across the water. It’s an immersive and inspiring experience that proves street art belongs in a museum just as much as it belongs...

Indeed, "Tourist trap" is an expression that makes sense. I am very disappointed :/ it is street art taken out of streets. The best part of the museum is AROUND it, not inside it.

It is like going to a zoo where animals are not cared, where visitors just take pictures and for fun. It is challenging to make the visit memorable.

There are large panels with vibrant colorful graffiti art.

I totally agree with Kinga Rudownik and many others evaluating with less than 4 stars that the ticket entry is overpriced. We expect a museum to be either creative, interactive or engaging, and with meaning.

Constructive feedback? Let the amateur street artists play inside too. Let this place be the playground for true street artists. Let this place be cheaper, like 8-11 euros. Make it clear what allows a graffiti art piece to be chosen to be in the museum. Or call it Street Art Gallery rather than Street Art Museum.

Make this place open and shared, like a maker space... with interactive activities, engaging kids and letting us have fun. There are so many fun places like this in Europe, like Southbank River, in London, or the NEMO Science Museum, in Amsterdam.

Otherwise, people will pay €17.50, wander around, take pictures, have fun and have...