Museum Our Lord in the Attic

Created with Sketch. Oudezijds Voorburgwal 38, Amsterdam, Netherlands
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Duration

1 hour

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Location

Amsterdam

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Experience

Culture Vultures, Family Friendly, History Buffs, Uniquely Dutch

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Languages

Dutch, English, Espanol, Francais, German, Italian

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Opening Time

10:00

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Closing Time

17:00

Overview

Travel back in time and discover the secret church, Museum Our Lord in the Attic, hidden in a uniquely preserved 17th-century canal house in the centre of Amsterdam. Museum Our Lord in the Attic is the oldest museum in the city, second only to the Rijksmuseum. Every year, more than 100,000 visitors find their way to visit this unique heritage site in the capital. 

At Museum Our Lord in the Attic, you can explore the narrow corridors and climb the stairs to historically furnished livingrooms, kitchens, bedrooms, leading to the highpoint of the museum, where you will find an entire church in the attic.

This museum is an exceptional example of how Catholics practised their religion in times of the Reformation. During this period, they were not allowed to celebrate mass. The church, built in an attic, gave Catholics the chance to practise their religion without anyone knowing. The church symbolises the characteristic (religious) tolerance of the Netherlands, established by the Dutch in the 16th-century under Willem of Orange. Freedom of religion and of conscience are central themes at the museum today.

Museum Our Lord in the Attic is a unique heritage and special site in Amsterdam that you shouldn’t miss! 

Extra Information

Due to the fact that the building is old and narrow, the church is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. However, the entrance is accessible for wheelchairs and the museum offers the possibility of a co-visit. With the use of technology, disabled people can enjoy a virtual tour. This way, they are into close contact with the people who are inside the church.

 

If you would like to learn more about the history of Amsterdam, why not join a canal cruise for a fascinating tour through the city’s canals, an UNESCO World Heritage site. Please click here for a canal cruise departure point nearby Museum Our Lord in the Attic.

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HIGHLIGHTS

  • Experience Dutch heritage in the heart of Amsterdam!
  • Explore the narrow corridors and climb the stairs to the highpoint
  • See a church built in an attic
  • Visit a unique 17th-century canal house

Included

  • Entry Museum Our Lord in the Attic
  • Multilingual audio guide

Meeting Point

Created with Sketch. Oudezijds Voorburgwal 38, Amsterdam, Netherlands

FAQs

Is the museum wheelchair accessible?
Due to the fact that the building is old and narrow, the church is unfortunately not wheelchair accessible. However, the entrance is accessible for wheelchairs and the museum offers the possibility of a co-visit. With the use of technology, disabled people can enjoy a virtual tour. This way, they are into close contact with the people who are inside the church.
What languages are offered with the audio guide?
The audio guide is available in Dutch, English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese and Russian.

For for the hearing impaired people there is a tour on paper
What are the opening hours?
Open
Tue to Fri: 10am to 5pm
Sat: 10am to 5pm
Sun: 1pm to 5pm

26 Dec: 1pm to 5pm
31 Dec: 10am to 4pm

Closed
1 January| 25 December| 27 April

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