1. Meet Robert Wadlow - The Tallest Man in History

The Ripley's entrance lobby in Amsterdam features the imposing figure of Robert Wadlow, supposedly the tallest man ever recorded. You can have your photo taken with the realistic sculpture of Robert Wadlow, the tallest man in history, at 2.72 metres tall. This towering figure sets the tone for the extraordinary exhibits ahead.

2. Experience the Space Tunnel / Vortex Tunnel

The Space Tunnel at Ripley's Amsterdam is a pitch-black, trippy tunnel that creates the impression that you are whirling through a black hole, putting your senses to the test in this revolving vortex tunnel that makes you want to grab onto the walls. Ripley's is home to the only Space Tunnel in Holland, making it a truly unique experience.

3. Marvel at the 7-Meter-High Robot Made from Car Parts

One of the main centrepieces is a 7m high robot made of auto parts. This approximately 7-meter-tall robot made of car parts is a jaw-dropping sculpture that showcases incredible creativity and craftsmanship. Visitors consistently mention this as one of the coolest exhibits in the museum.

4. Explore the Jungle Room with Shrunken Heads

In their "Jungle Room," Ripley's Believe it or Not! presents a fantastic exhibit where one can explore the rainforest to find authentic tribal relics, a real cave bear skeleton, the Padaung "long-necked women," and Ripley's famous collection of shrunken heads. There are even actual, real shrunken heads on display[9], complete with videos explaining their making.

5. See the World's Longest Fingernails

Among the most interesting oddities on display are the nails of Shridhar Chillal, an Indian from the city of Pune who holds the world record for the length of his nails, over 9 metres, having never cut them for 66 years. This bizarre yet fascinating exhibit demonstrates human dedication taken to the extreme.

6. Sit in a Gigantic Wooden Clog

Among the highlights is a giant wooden clog, unique for this location—called out as a must-see photo opportunity. Take a seat in a gigantic wooden shoe for a quintessentially Dutch photo opportunity that's both fun and Instagram-worthy.

7. Discover Micro-Miniature Sculptures

William Wigan, from England, is one of the finest micro-miniature sculptors in the entire globe, and his masterpieces are the size of an eyelash; they are so little that they may fit in a needle eye or in the head of a pin. These impossibly tiny sculptures will challenge your perception of what's possible.

8. Interact with Optical Illusions and Mind Games

The museum features a wide range of interactive exhibits that are intended to stimulate young minds, including optical illusions that spring out at you to frighten you, and enormous games like wall puzzles, shooting ranges. Play with optical illusions and also enjoy some interactive mind games throughout the museum's 19 themed galleries.

9. View Bizarre Pop Culture and Art Exhibits

There are portraits of celebrities like Taylor Swift, Michael Jackson, and Lady Gaga made from, among other things, gumballs, crayons, and other materials; and people who have done the craziest things to their bodies such as the "Lizard Man" and the "Vampire Woman". The museum also features a wooden Bugatti replica and a section of the Berlin Wall.

10. Relax at Ripley's Lounge with Panoramic Dam Square Views

After your visit to the museum part of Ripley's Amsterdam, relax and take it all in at the 500 m2 lounge area, grab a cooling drink, and enjoy a unique bird's-eye view of Dam Square, one of the most famous squares in Europe. View the Dam from a bird's-eye view while enjoying refreshments in this spacious fourth-floor lounge.

Ripley’s Amsterdam is not your typical museum—it’s a playground of the bizarre, fascinating, and unbelievable. Perfect for families, curious travelers, and anyone who enjoys things outside the norm, this museum lets you step into a world of wonders, illusions, and record-breaking oddities. Plus, you’ll enjoy one of the best rooftop views of Dam Square.

Combination tickets with Madame Tussauds (also on Dam Square) are available and save money if you're interested in both. The museum can get crowded during peak tourist hours—early morning or late afternoon visits are quieter. Some exhibits might be unsettling for very young children (preserved specimens, creepy displays).

☀️ Morning

➡️ Oude Kerk (Old Church) Start in Amsterdam’s oldest building, dating back to the 13th century, with striking Gothic architecture.

➡️ Red Light Secrets Museum Step into the world’s only museum of prostitution for an unusual, eye-opening perspective on Amsterdam’s history.

➡️ Waag (The Weigh House) Historic 15th-century building once used for weighing goods, now a landmark in Nieuwmarkt Square.

🌤️ Afternoon

➡️ Ripley’s Believe It or Not! (4.5/5) Dive into bizarre exhibits — shrunken heads, optical illusions, and interactive oddities. A fun, offbeat museum that surprises at every turn.

➡️ Amsterdam Dungeon Continue the quirky theme with theatrical shows about the city’s darker history, blending humor and scares.

➡️ Houseboat Museum Step inside a real canal houseboat to see how locals live on water.

➡️ Foam Photography Museum Explore contemporary photography in a stylish setting, balancing the day’s eccentric stops with art.

🌙 Evening & Nightlife

➡️ Magere Brug (Skinny Bridge) Walk across this iconic white wooden bridge, beautifully lit at night.

➡️ Rembrandtplein Transition into nightlife with buzzing bars and entertainment.

➡️ Xtracold Icebar Amsterdam (4.2/5) Sip cocktails in a bar made entirely of ice — a cool contrast to the day’s eccentric museums.

➡️ Late-Night Canal Stroll End the day with reflections of city lights along the canals.