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  • Tue - Sat 10:00 - 17:00

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Lonely Planet review

Perched atop the entrance to the IJ-Tunnel is the wedge-shaped museum of science and technology, the largest in the Netherlands. Italian architect Renzo Piano (whose works also include the Centre Pompidou in Paris) conceived of this design as the inverse of the tunnel below it.

It's really meant for kids, but grown-ups will probably enjoy it too. There are loads of interactive exhibits, drawing with a laser, 'anti-gravity' trick mirrors and a 'lab' where you can answer questions like 'How black is black?' and 'How do you make cheese?' Signage is in English and Dutch.

In summer, the terraced rooftop plaza hosts Nemo Beach (admission around €2.50 , with NEMO admission free). The 'beach' itself is actually a rather elaborate sandbox occupying just a small section of the roof, but further up DJs spin, and there's a bar, a convivial atmosphere and nice views.