Madame Tussauds, Amsterdam

Madame Tussauds Amsterdam, a prominent wax museum, is the first foreign branch of the iconic British institution. It first opened its doors in 1970. The museum was established by Josephine Tussaud, a businesswoman and direct descendant of Marie Tussaud, the founder of Madame Tussauds. Initially set up in Kalverstraat, the museum moved to the upper floors of the Peek & Cloppenburg building at Dam Square in 1991. This site is a national monument and was originally constructed between 1914 and 1917.

This museum showcases wax figures of celebrities across various categories, including the Golden Age of Dutch history, music, sports, and film. Noteworthy features include animated paintings and life-size statues of globally recognized figures like Michael Jackson and George W Bush.

Visitors can also experience themed interactive displays that have been updated since a modernization effort in January 2012. There, you can witness a moon landing walk through a dark passage that they say "joins life to death" and is forbidden to the most sensitive souls.

Tip:
Don't miss the opportunity to ascend to the top floor for a striking view of Dam Square!