NEMO Museumrestaurant — Restaurant in Amsterdam

As a permanent wheelchair user (T6 parapligic) it was easy to get into with the revolving door on the right of the building, the lady at the reception was nice and pointed out straight away that my partner went in free,( £15 a ticket) she pointed out the lifts, and said the 2nd floor was closed for refurbishment, and explained what was on the other floors, the first thing you see is there gift shop which is reasonably priced, and then a massive water powered clock, then through to the rear there was a show with a commentary which was fun, then loads of interactive science stands to play with, All the kids were enjoying it, Third floor had a massive interactive game projected on the wall, you had to collect a tray and hold it over your head near the wall, and the projection shows the top part of earth and asteroids and satellite falling down and you have to stop them crashing through to earth, the tray is projected on the wall and follows your movements, it was fun to watch. It's mainly a astronomy floor with more interactive light shows and things to do, the 4th floor is about the human body there's lots to look at and do, the 5th floor has the rooftop terrace and cafe, the whole area is accessible up to the steps going down the roof, the view is great!, well...

Over the past year, I’ve had the pleasure of visiting this science museum twice, and each visit was a delightful experience. One of the standout features is the abundance of interactive exhibits that engage visitors of all ages. From hands-on experiments to immersive displays, there’s always something new to discover.

A particular highlight was the scheduled energy demonstrations. These shows brilliantly illustrate the principles of energy transfer and are both educational and entertaining. They captivate the audience and make complex concepts accessible to everyone. 

Another convenience is the ability to visit without prior reservations, thanks to the museum card. This flexibility makes spontaneous visits possible and adds to the overall positive experience.

For children with a thirst for knowledge and a penchant for exploration, this museum is undoubtedly one of the best places to visit. It’s a haven for young inquisitive minds eager to learn and have fun...

We arrived at 7:30 to grab à quick bite but were rebuffed for lack of a prior reservation. Out of maybe 15 tables 2 were occupied by couples and no one else. I asked when the next reservation was and they said 9pm !! The front staff was so rude and arrogant. As a business owner, if those people were my staff I'd have kicked them all out on the spot. I've seen many other review like mine and can't believe it's still happening. Shame on you NEMO for giving your great island a bad name. Doesn't come off too good when it's only your 2nd day in...