Is there any city on earth with more museums than Amsterdam? If you're visiting Amsterdam during your European travels, the museums are a must-see. In fact, the area where many of them are clustered is called Museumplein (Museum Square)! But with so many to choose from, where do you start? Maybe you only have time for a couple. To help you out, I've put together a list of Amsterdam's top museums.

01. Van Gogh Museum

The most popular museum in Amsterdam is undoubtedly the Van Gogh Museum. If you only have time for one museum in Amsterdam, this should be it. Here, you'll find a vast collection of masterpieces by the world-renowned genius, Vincent van Gogh, with over 200 of his works on display. Each year, around a million people, from art majors to art enthusiasts, visit this museum. With iconic works like "Sunflowers" on display, along with insights into his life and artistic journey, there's more than enough reason to visit. Audio guides are available for travelers, so even without a guided tour, you can enjoy in-depth explanations of the artworks.

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02. Rijksmuseum

The Rijksmuseum, also known as the Amsterdam National Museum, is the second most visited museum in the city. Here you can admire works by famous Dutch Masters like Rembrandt and Vermeer. The museum boasts a massive collection of over 8,000 pieces, so large that it takes well over two hours to see it all. The second-floor gallery is particularly popular, featuring Rembrandt's masterpiece "The Night Watch" along with other significant works from the 17th century.

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03. Fashion for Good Museum

One of Amsterdam's hottest new museums is the Fashion for Good Museum. This is the world's first interactive museum dedicated to sustainable fashion innovation, aiming to reduce carbon emissions. Explore the history of the fashion industry, see examples of sustainable fashion, and discover innovations shaping a better future for fashion, all in one place. If you're someone who loves clothes and has tried your hand at upcycling or refashioning, you'll find this museum particularly fascinating. Learn about the garment production process and discover the methods behind it. Explore various fashion trends and the future of sustainable fashion at the Fashion for Good Museum.

04. M.C. Escher Museum (Escher in Het Paleis)

This museum, located in The Hague's Lange Voorhout Palace, is dedicated to the world-renowned Dutch graphic artist M.C. Escher. Here, you can find a collection of Escher's works, known for their mathematically precise and intricate linework, creating optical illusions that are more real than reality. Some of his most famous surrealist works, including "Metamorphosis," "Day and Night," and "Ascending and Descending," are on display here. The second floor offers various interactive exhibits themed "Seeing through Escher's Eyes".

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05. STRAAT Museum

If I had to pick the most shocking(?) museum in Amsterdam, it would be the STRAAT Museum. This unique museum is dedicated to vibrant and diverse street art and graffiti. The interior makes you feel like you're actually on the streets, and you can view 153 graffiti works created by over 140 artists from 32 different countries.

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