Duration
2 hours
Best Time
Any time
Price
€€
Setting
Indoor
About Eye Film Museum
A white, angular building on the north bank of the IJ that looks like a spaceship landed on the waterfront. The Eye Film Museum holds exhibitions on cinema history and moving image art, with screenings in four theatres running everything from restored silent films to contemporary Dutch cinema. The real draw for many is the building itself and the cafe terrace, which faces south across the water toward Centraal Station with one of the best views in Amsterdam.
Insider Tips
The cafe terrace is free to visit and worth a stop even if you skip the exhibitions. Take the free Buiksloterweg ferry from Centraal (5 minutes). The basement exhibition space has immersive installations that change regularly. Check the screening schedule for restored classics.
Practical Details
Getting There
Address
IJpromenade 1, 1031 KT Amsterdam, Netherlands
Neighborhood
NoordNearest Metro
Skip the queue: Book tickets online to avoid the ticket line.
Frequently Asked Questions
Plan for about 2 hours.
Eye Film Museum is in the Noord neighborhood of Amsterdam. The address is IJpromenade 1, 1031 KT Amsterdam, Netherlands. The area is well-served by metro.
This works well at any time of day, though mornings tend to be quieter. Weekdays are less crowded than weekends.
Nearby in Noord
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