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NEMO Science Museum: free entry days, tickets & hours
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NEMO is free today, 10:00–17:30.
- Also free: Children under 4 free (listed as ages 1 to 3); people accompanying visitors with a disability, and Autipas holders.
- Otherwise: from age 4 — €21.50.
Calendar
Free days at NEMO
- SAT24OCTSaturday, 24 October 2026 · today · 10:00–17:30
- SUN25OCTSunday, 25 October 2026 · tomorrow · 10:00–17:30
- TUE27OCTTuesday, 27 October 2026 · in 3 days · 10:00–17:30
- WED28OCTWednesday, 28 October 2026 · in 4 days · 10:00–17:30
- THU29OCTThursday, 29 October 2026 · in 5 days · 10:00–17:30
- FRI30OCTFriday, 30 October 2026 · in 6 days · 10:00–17:30
313 free days for everyone in the next 12 months. Closures and public holidays are already taken out. Group-only days need proof of eligibility.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Children under 4 free (listed as ages 1 to 3): Tickets have a start time; booking in advance is recommended.
- The roof is reached via the outside stairs on the east side, no museum ticket needed.
- Weekdays after 14:00 are often less busy.
- Closed most Mondays outside school holidays.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free areaRooftop Square (roof terrace with city views) is free · 10:00–17:30 | everyone | Take the stairs on the east side of the building. Restaurant and bar on the roof are paid. | No |
| Free forChildren under 4 free (listed as ages 1 to 3) | children under 4 | — | Yes |
| Free forFree for people accompanying visitors with a disability, and Autipas holders | carers of visitors with disabilities | — | No |
Official prices
NEMO ticket prices
| From age 4 — Ages 1-3 free. CJP/University Card €14. Free with Museumkaart, I amsterdam City Card, Stadspas, ICOM. Tickets have a start time. | €21.50 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (from age 4). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
Best-rated tickets and tours: NEMO
Timed-entry ticketAmsterdam: NEMO Science Museum Ticket★★★★☆ 4.4 · 3.5k reviews1 dayfrom €21.50
Skip-the-line ticketNEMO Science Museum Fast-Track Tickets★★★★★ 4.6 · 2.1k reviewsfrom €21.50
Timed-entry ticketNEMO Science Museum: Entry Ticket★★★★★ 4.5 · 983 reviewsfrom €21.50
CruiseCombo: NEMO Science Museum Tickets + Amsterdam Canal Cruise★★★★★ 4.8 · 499 reviewsfrom €34
CruiseAmsterdam: Canal Cruise & NEMO Science Museum★★★★☆ 4.2 · 201 reviewsfrom €37.49
CruiseNEMO Science Museum & Amsterdam Canal Cruise Combi Ticket★★★★★ 4.5 · 41 reviewsfrom €34
Ratings and prices from the booking partners; prices may change.
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–17:30 |
| Wed | 10:00–17:30 |
| Thu | 10:00–17:30 |
| Fri | 10:00–17:30 |
| Sat | 10:00–17:30 |
| Sun | 10:00–17:30 |
Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:30. Also open Mondays in school holidays, on public holidays and from March to 24 August; upcoming open Mondays: 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 21 and 28 Dec 2026. 1 January 12:00-17:30.
Oosterdok 2, 1011 VX Amsterdam, Netherlands
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FAQ
NEMO: common questions
Is NEMO free?
NEMO is free for everyone rooftop Square (roof terrace with city views) is free. Rooftop Square (roof terrace with city views) is free. Also free: Children under 4 free (listed as ages 1 to 3); people accompanying visitors with a disability, and Autipas holders. Otherwise the official ticket costs €21.50.
When is NEMO free?
Rooftop Square (roof terrace with city views) is free. The next free date is Saturday, 24 October 2026.
Who gets free entry to NEMO?
Children under 4. Carers of visitors with disabilities.
Do I need to book for free entry to NEMO?
Tickets have a start time; booking in advance is recommended.
How much is a ticket to NEMO?
From age 4 costs €21.50 on the official site.
What day is NEMO closed?
NEMO is closed on Mondays. Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-17:30. Also open Mondays in school holidays, on public holidays and from March to 24 August; upcoming open Mondays: 26 Oct, 2 Nov, 21 and 28 Dec 2026. 1 January 12:00-17:30.
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Sources
Where this comes from
- nemosciencemuseum.nl/en/to-do/exhibition/rooftop-square · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
- nemosciencemuseum.nl/en/plan-your-visit · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
Every free rule is checked against the official source and re-checked on a schedule. Spotted a change? Tell us.