The National Maritime Museum, or in Dutch; het Scheepsvaart Museum, holds some of the most notable maritime collections in the world. In the former arsenal of the Admiralty of Amsterdam that dates back to 1656, discover the collection of paintings, ship models, navigation instruments and sea charts. Tour a replica of a 18th century cargo ship of the Dutch East India Company. Take a visit and learn about 500 years of Dutch history on sea, and its link to the society of today and in the future.
For more information and opening times, go to hetscheepvaartmuseum.com