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Natuurmuseum Fryslân and its collection

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The Natuurmuseum Fryslân is housed in a former orphanage. The central theme of the museum is the nature of Friesland. The museum consists of four floors with animals, plants, information, assignments and experiments. Doing and experiencing are important in the museum. The collection consists of approximately 150,000 objects including butterflies, molluscs, beetles, bird eggs and fossils. Highlights include a 15-foot long skeleton of a sperm whale and 'Friesland onder Water', which shows life at the bottom of a farm ditch.

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ENNature Museum Friesland

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Natuurmuseum Fryslân
Schoenmakersperk 2
8911 EM Leeuwarden

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Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday
11:00 – 17:00
Wednesday
11:00 – 17:00
Thursday
11:00 – 17:00
Friday
11:00 – 17:00
Saturday
10:00 – 17:00
Sunday
10:00 – 17:00

In official holidays region North the museum is open daily from 10.00-17.00 uur.

Admission

0 – 3Free
4 – 17€7.00
18 – 100€14.00
MuseumkaartValid
Vriendenloterij VIP kaartFree
Vriendenpas Natuurmuseum FryslânFree

Tickets are excl. OnderWaterSafari

Facilities

Wheelchair accessible
Museum shop
Coffee
Child-friendly

Location & Map

Schoenmakersperk 2, Leeuwarden

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Exhibitions

Natuurmuseum Fryslân Reviews

Natuurmuseum Fryslân has 3 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Natuurmuseum Fryslân in Leeuwarden offers visitors an engaging exploration of natural history, with a focus on the local flora and fauna of Friesland. The museum's exhibits are well-organized and informative, providing insights into the region's ecosystems and wildlife. Many visitors appreciate the interactive displays and hands-on activities, which make learning about nature enjoyable for both children and adults. The museum's collection includes various animal specimens, geological samples, and botanical displays, giving a comprehensive overview of Friesland's natural heritage. While some reviewers mention that certain areas could benefit from updates or expansion, the overall experience is generally positive. The museum's location in a historic building adds charm to the visit. Some visitors note that while the museum is not extensive, it offers enough content for a worthwhile visit of a few hours. The staff is often praised for being friendly and knowledgeable. However, a few reviewers mention that more English translations would be helpful for international visitors. Despite these minor points, Natuurmuseum Fryslân is generally regarded as a good destination for those interested in natural history, especially families with children.

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    arno • 12 Sept 2025

    Leider hatten wir ein sehr schlechtes Erlebnis. Wir hatten online Eintrittskarten für die ganze Familie gekauft. Als wir rechtzeitig angekommen waren, wurde uns mitgeteilt, dass die Unterwassersafari aus technischen Gründen nicht möglich wäre. Der Angestellte empfahl uns, das Museum nicht zu besuchen und einfach die bezahlten Eintrittskarten erstatten zu lassen. Dies wäre einfach formlos per Email möglich. Dies haben wir dann auch gemacht, jedoch haben wir nur einen kleinen Teil des Eintrittspreises erstattet bekommen. Weitere Nachfragen wurden nicht beantwortet. Ich würde auf keinen Fall mehr eine Eintrittskarte für das Museum in Vorauskasse bezahlen. Dies war der negativste Moment während unseres sehr gelungenen Niederlandeurlaubs. Falls die Problematik noch positiv gelöst werden sollte, würde ich dies hier veröffentlichen.

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    Visited on 22 Aug 2025

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    Kaz • 2 Jan 2017

    Een erg leuk en leerzaam museum, gevestigd in een prachtig pand. Het museum is erg gericht op kinderen, dus voornamelijk voor deze doelgroep is er veel te zien, te doen en te ontdekken. Maar ook voor volwassenen is dit museum zeker een bezoek waard. Door de rondrennende kinderen moet je echter geen rustig museumbezoek verwachten.

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    Visited on 30 Dec 2016

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