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As a major port city, Rotterdam played an important role in the infrastructure of imperial and global movements of people, objects, and ideas. This identity is reflected at the Wereldmuseum Rotterdam through exhibitions and programming about the many people, histories, and cultures that shape and create the world. Themes such as migration and mobility, as well as craftsmanship, materiality, and globalization, are evident in exhibitions like Colonialism and Rotterdam and HA!R POWER.

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Wereldmuseum Rotterdam
Willemskade 25
3016 DM Rotterdam

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Opening hours

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

The museum is also open on Mondays during school holidays and on various public holidays. This means that we are open on the following Mondays:

Spring break: 17 and 24 February 2025
Easter: April 21, 2025
May holiday: 28 April 2025
Liberation Day: 5 May 2025
Pentecost: June 9, 2025
Summer holidays: 7, 14, 21, 28 July and 4, 11, 18 and 25 August 2025
Autumn holidays: 13 and 20 October 2025
Christmas holidays: 22 and 29 December 2025

Closed on:
January 1 (New Year's Day)
April 27 (King's Day), please note: in 2025, King's Day falls on April 26. So April 26, 2025 we are closed.
25 December (1st Christmas Day)

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Admission

0 – 5Free
6 – 18€6.50
19+€16.00
Rotterdam PassFree
MuseumkaartValid
RembrandtkaartFree
CJP (from 19 years)€10.00
CJP (up to 18 years)€7.00
ICOMFree
Students€11.00
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Facilities

Museum shop
Parking
Coffee
Restaurant
Child-friendly

Location & Map

Willemskade 25, Rotterdam

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Wereldmuseum Rotterdam Reviews

Wereldmuseum Rotterdam has 3 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    The Wereldmuseum Rotterdam offers visitors an engaging look at world cultures through its diverse collection of artifacts. Located in a historic building on the Willemskade, the museum presents a range of exhibits that showcase art, objects, and stories from various parts of the world.

    Many visitors appreciate the museum's well-curated exhibitions, which often combine traditional and contemporary elements. The displays are generally informative and provide context for the objects on show, allowing visitors to gain insights into different cultures and their histories.

    The museum's permanent collection includes items from Asia, Oceania, Africa, and the Americas, with some standout pieces that catch visitors' attention. Temporary exhibitions often explore thought-provoking themes and bring fresh perspectives to cultural topics.

    Some visitors note that the museum has undergone renovations in recent years, resulting in improved presentation and more interactive elements. The audio guides, when available, are frequently mentioned as enhancing the visitor experience.

    On the downside, a few visitors feel that some areas of the museum could benefit from more detailed explanations or additional context. Others mention that the museum is relatively small compared to some other cultural institutions in Rotterdam, which might affect expectations for those anticipating a more extensive collection.

    The museum cafe receives mixed reviews, with some praising its atmosphere and views of the harbor, while others find it somewhat overpriced.

    Overall, the Wereldmuseum Rotterdam provides an educational and often thought-provoking experience for those interested in world cultures and anthropology. While it may not be the largest museum in Rotterdam, its focused approach and rotating exhibitions make it a worthwhile visit for many cultural enthusiasts.

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    Rick • 16 Sept 2022

    Wat een tegenvaller. Laatste bezoek was 50 jaar geleden, toen rook en voelde je de wereld, nu is het een kille tentoonstelling van zinloze informatie.

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    Visited on 16 Sept 2022

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    Jessica • 19 Apr 2017

    The Wereldmuseum (World Museum) in Rotterdam is quite small, but it features a great collection. They exhibit objects from a wide variety of civilizations. Among others, they feature collections from Africa, the Americas, Asia and Oceania. It is a bit pricey (15 euros) but still really recommended!

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