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3.5 and rounded up. Amusing and thought-provoking, this historic Art Nouveau townhouse (Villa Alsberg), is filled to the brim with pop art. This is one where you need to book tickets by time slot in advance, as some times can sell out, being hugely popular with works by Banksy, Haring, Hirst, Michele-Basquiat and more. Located just a block south of the Rijksmuseum in what appears to be a large two-story house, staff stand outside during opening hours to scan tickets before visitors head up the stairs to the entry. It takes only about 30 minutes to navigate all the rooms briskly. Interestingly there is more art here by artists with mononymous pseudonyms than I'd ever seen in one gallery before. Banksy, Kaws, Stik, Frankey, Faile, WhIsBe, just to name a few. I suppose the hope was endowing oneself with such a name would add to street cred and create an iconic air of mystique by having a single identifier. Unfortunately for this newest wave of artists a lot of everyone else was thinking the same thing; each simultaneously searched for uniqueness to set them apart which in the end resulted in blasé conformity. At least you can't judge art by the artist's name alone, so walking thru the different rooms there were a variety of pieces, ranging from sketches, painting, textiles, sculpture, collage, prints and digital art. Some humorous and witty pieces made me smile, like a few of Banksy and Robbie William's works, with their statements on society. I appreciated "cute" emanating from the modern artistic realm in the form of Frankey's animal sculptures and Takashi Murakami's colorful fantasy figures. Two things disappointed me: 1) some pieces shown meandered along the thin line of commercial and fine art, and I'm not sure I fully appreciated nor could I delineate the difference in many cases. Most of these feelings were directed towards the digital art and full-room textile/lighting displays, which to me felt like glorified selfie stations*. At the same time I was intrigued by their popularity. 2) how crowded the museum was--at around 4pm on Saturday it was bursting at the seams and borderline claustrophobic in certain areas. They allow entry by time slot though especially around the front foyer I felt like I walked into Times Square on December 31. If you're in Amsterdam and looking to appreciate forefront pop artists of our time, definitely drop by. Exhibitions switch up. Tickets are normally €21.95 for adults, which I felt was kinda high for such a small museum, though discounts are available children and students and for certain pass holders. If you have certain city or museum passes you still need to book in advance, so make sure to select the correct ticket type when booking! Bathrooms and gift shop available on the ground floor prior to museum exit. *Nothing wrong with an occasional selfie, I do shudder a little when "art" is created for the purpose of being selfie backdrops though.
Super fun museum ! Not too big where you feel overwhelmed but does feature interesting pieces from several prominent contemporary artists. The curation showcases mostly dynamic and vibrant pieces too which I appreciate. I enjoyed the Kaws, Banksy, and Robbie Williams works the most. The museum is flossed throughout a unique building with tons of character. I highly recommend ! Great for kids too.
This was a glorious experience. Conveniently located in the museum quarter, this small but mighty museum features contemporary and modern art from a variety of artists. I especially enjoyed the immersive art exhibits. The Symphony of Nature by Six N. Five made me tear up a little bit. It was so peaceful that I forgot to breathe a couple of times. I also really enjoyed the sculptures both indoors and outdoors in the garden, especially the interactive ones outside. There were lots of whimsical pieces that invited smiles, along with striking pieces that inspired awe. It was really fun to see famous pieces up close, and I particularly enjoyed the descriptions of the art, along with the many quotes from the artists, all of which contextualized the pieces, making them more accessible. I came early in the day, so it was never too crowded, which was nice. Even though there weren't many other visitors, the space is intimate, so you could easily ask someone to snap a photo for you if you wanted to.
Small museum, but so worth it. You'll probably only spend about an hour or less in here. They are is modern and contemporary. They do have an interactive exhibit that makes for great pics. The garden also has some fun picture opportunities. The garden is free to enter. We didn't have to get tickets ahead of time for this museum. We were able to walk in without a wait.
Worth a visit. I was visiting Amsterdam for 1 day a few months ago and really wanted to enjoy a museum. One of my fav things to do while traveling. My friend let me pick out a museum that we could just show up same day and didn't require reservations, since I was visiting. Thid was my pick. We walked here so I could enjoy a city stroll. It looks like a cozy stately home from the outside, but has been transformed inside to a multi floor contemporary art haven to explore and enjoy. You could spend a couple of hours here taking your time (depending on how crowed) like we did, or view a specific exhibit for a short period, or walk through pretty quickly in half an hour maybe. Reasonable price admission cost, well worth it for my experience. But I see some reviewers have complained about the price. This museum has a fantastic mix of multi medium, digital, and immersive art. With well known artist like Basquiat, Banksy, Damien Hirst. And less well known artist to me, Hajime Sorayama (check out Sexy Robot) or ICY & SOT. The Robbie Williams exhibit was wonderful. Art helps us see ourselves and each other better. Enjoy your inner dialog.
"In art we trust!" Shout out to my Yelp friend Amy Lauren S. for putting the Moco Museum on my radar. I came across her review when I was planning my Amsterdam trip and decided to add it to my itinerary. I'm glad I did, because I really enjoyed my visit! I used the I Amsterdam card to purchase a ticket. I purchased it a week in advance, but I think you could probably purchase a last minute ticket without any problems. Moco (Modern Contemporary) is a fun museum that features unique and interesting street, contemporary, and modern art. The museum also has some cool art installations. In addition to Amsterdam, they have locations in London and Barcelona. The museum isn't very large and you can easily see everything in under an hour. They offer an audio tour, but I didn't use it. The museum features some well known contemporary and street artists like Basquiat, Warhol, and Banksy; but they also showcase art from musicians like Robbie Williams and Eddie Vedder. Robbie's exhibit "Pride and Self-Prejudice" was my absolute favorite and it really resonated with me. I loved how he used his art to take us through his mental health journey. I found myself laughing at some of the pieces even though the pieces themselves were very dark and depressing. I can certainly relate to some of his work and I appreciate his willingness to be vulnerable through art. The rooms with infinity mirrors (Studio Irma) as well as the large sculptures on the patio were cool too. The visuals were stunning and they made for some fun photo ops. There were also some exhibits that were very thought provoking (JR's "The Gun Chronicles"). Moco is in Museumplein near the heavy hitters (Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum) so I imagine it gets overlooked by museum goers. Don't sleep on this place though. If you enjoy contemporary art that is edgy, provocative, and thoughtful, visit Moco.
At the end of a long day, I visited the Modern Contemporary (Moco) Museum with a friend (while our husbands took a break.) It is a perfect place to explore for less than an hour. The Moco Museum is an independent museum that focuses on modern, contemporary, and street art. It has locations in Amsterdam, Barcelona and London. The permanent collection contains works by Banksy, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, Damien Hirst, KAWS, Jeff Koons, Yayoi Kusama, Andy Warhol, Studio Irma, and other emerging artists. In Amsterdam, the collection is housed in the historic Villa Alsberg on Museumplein. The townhouse was designed in 1904 by Eduard Cuypers. His uncle, Pierre Cuypers, designed Amsterdam Central Station and the Rijksmuseum. It was one of the first privately owned residencies on Museumplein. The outside garden is filled with giant sculptures. Check out the giant red gummy bear and the oversized rocking horse. There were also two very interesting special exhibits. Robbie Williams: Pride and Self-Prejudice Robbie Williams' collection of artworks on mental health illustrates his personal struggles with external pressures, anxiety, rehab and other stressors. It makes you think about the challenges that we face personally and professionally in our world. Studio Irma: Reflecting Forward Studio Irma is an immersive digital experience. Through a series of rooms, connections are created in which you are challenged to think about the future and how you fit in that world. We All Live in Bubbles. Kaleidoscope Room. Diamond Matrix. Connect The Dots. Universe. So much fun to explore. The Moco Museum is on the I Amsterdam Card. We made a reservation, but I think that we could have gone in without one as it was not too busy on a Saturday night. They are open later than the other museums in Museumplein which makes it ideal to visit after exploring the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk Museum.
The Moco Museum is an independent museum with locations in Amsterdam, Barcelona, and London, dedicated to exhibiting modern and contemporary art. Founded with the mission of attracting broader and younger audiences the collection leans heavy on Banksy, Basquiat and Haring with additional space for interactive pieces and digital art. Small considering the 24 Euro ticket price, but they do a lot with the space they have.
We had visited the Van Gogh Museum previously so we stopped in the Moco Museum, which features modern and contemporary artists, in a townhouse off Museumplein. We saw Shoes by Andy Warhol, works by Yayoi Kusama, Banksy (not authorized but authenticated, Basquiat, Haring, more. It was amazing to see these works up close, with several of the artists works in dedicated rooms. There is an audio tour with your ticket. Lots of stairs, and bathrooms on several of the floors. I enjoyed the immersive art, Studio Irma, Diamond Matrix. We were able to complete the museum in about one hour,
When we left our hotel we had a destination and it was not the Moco Museum, yet here we are, writing a review for it! When we got off the streetcar to go to the art museum, we saw this flashy building and decided to check it out.....which lead to us checking out the whole thing. This museum is (I think) 4 stories and a basement full of art from modern day titans such as Banksy, Takashi Murakami, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and even some Keith Haring pieces. We spent a good 30-40 minutes exploring this main floors of this museum before heading down to the gift shop area where we were able to get another Magnet, check out the immerse rooms that was mostly just some lights and whatnot, and finally end the tour with the art outside including a giant rocking horse my overweight butt managed to hop onto for a pretty fun picture. Overall, the Moco Museum is a charming museum showcasing some of the best artists of the last 20 years or so with some of their best work on display. I'm not the biggest art guy, but this place had special charm to it that I think everyone should experience, so come look at some incredible art
We visited the Moco Museum with our I AMsterdam cards. It's super close to the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum, so if you have the card, it's worth visiting while you're there. While it is a small museum, it is very upbeat and was a fun way to end the day. A lot of the exhibits are great for posing for Instagram photos or making reels if you're into that. Personally, I loved reading the quotes and also taking pictures of the Banksy street art. Outside, you can climb on the giant rocking horse (at your own risk) and take a picture. This museum has stairs and is not a good fit if you cannot climb stairs (no elevator). You must also keep your coat/umbrella/belongings with you, as there are no lockers. It's a rather small museum but packs a lot of exhibits, so if you plan for an hour here, that should be enough.
Very cool museum with banksy, Andy Warhol, etc. many famous pieces are in this small museum. There is also immersive art which is a cool experience. You can buy a ticket online for cheaper than at the door. I recommend purchasing before as they do sell out on the weekends and during busy seasons. You get a timed ticket and it is quite snug in the museum. They don't let you in until a few minutes before your timed ticket. There is a free audio guide, though we did not do it.
Pleasantly surprised by this museum experience! Pre booked the tickets online in combination with a walking tour. You get to choose to an entry window and should arrive within 30 minutes of the time on your ticket. We arrived first thing today at opening time of 9 a.m. Three floors, a basement, and a gardenfull of pop art--you can enjoy it in an hour or so. Eye catching and thought provoking are two words that come to mind regarding the art displayed. The gallery curators did an excellent job using the since in the house that is now a gallery. They made use of every nook and cranny, which made the experience even more of an adventure. Well done! Really glad we checked it out! read more
Well, this is a pretty small museum, but it actually focuses on really modern artists, including Banksy. Sure, it might not be the Rijksmuseum, but it is still a pretty decent museum to visit, even though it is small. Mind you, the crowds do flock here, but at least you don't have to book ahead. read more
3.5 and rounded up. Amusing and thought-provoking, this historic Art Nouveau townhouse (Villa Alsberg), is filled to the brim with pop art. This is one where you need to book tickets by time slot in advance, as some times can sell out, being hugely popular with works by Banksy, Haring, Hirst, Michele-Basquiat and more. Located just a block south of the Rijksmuseum in what appears to be a large two-story house, staff stand outside during opening hours to scan tickets before visitors head up the stairs to the entry. It takes only about 30 minutes to navigate all the rooms briskly. Interestingly there is more art here by artists with mononymous pseudonyms than I'd ever seen in one gallery before. Banksy, Kaws, Stik, Frankey, Faile, WhIsBe, just to name a few. I suppose the hope was endowing oneself with such a name would add to street cred and create an iconic air of mystique by having a single identifier. Unfortunately for this newest wave of artists a lot of everyone else was thinking the same thing; each simultaneously searched for uniqueness to set them apart which in the end resulted in blasé conformity. At least you can't judge art by the artist's name alone, so walking thru the different rooms there were a variety of pieces, ranging from sketches, painting, textiles, sculpture, collage, prints and digital art. Some humorous and witty pieces made me smile, like a few of Banksy and Robbie William's works, with their statements on society. I appreciated "cute" emanating from the modern artistic realm in the form of Frankey's animal sculptures and Takashi Murakami's colorful fantasy figures. Two things disappointed me: 1) some pieces shown meandered along the thin line of commercial and fine art, and I'm not sure I fully appreciated nor could I delineate the difference in many cases. Most of these feelings were directed towards the digital art and full-room textile/lighting displays, which to me felt like glorified selfie stations*. At the same time I was intrigued by their popularity. 2) how crowded the museum was--at around 4pm on Saturday it was bursting at the seams and borderline claustrophobic in certain areas. They allow entry by time slot though especially around the front foyer I felt like I walked into Times Square on December 31. If you're in Amsterdam and looking to appreciate forefront pop artists of our time, definitely drop by. Exhibitions switch up. Tickets are normally €21.95 for adults, which I felt was kinda high for such a small museum, though discounts are available children and students and for certain pass holders. If you have certain city or museum passes you still need to book in advance, so make sure to select the correct ticket type when booking! Bathrooms and gift shop available on the ground floor prior to museum exit. *Nothing wrong with an occasional selfie, I do shudder a little when "art" is created for the purpose of being selfie backdrops though. read more
Super fun museum ! Not too big where you feel overwhelmed but does feature interesting pieces from several prominent contemporary artists. The curation showcases mostly dynamic and vibrant pieces too which I appreciate. I enjoyed the Kaws, Banksy, and Robbie Williams works the most. The museum is flossed throughout a unique building with tons of character. I highly recommend ! Great for kids too. read more
This was a glorious experience. Conveniently located in the museum quarter, this small but mighty museum features contemporary and modern art from a variety of artists. I especially enjoyed the immersive art exhibits. The Symphony of Nature by Six N. Five made me tear up a little bit. It was so peaceful that I forgot to breathe a couple of times. I also really enjoyed the sculptures both indoors and outdoors in the garden, especially the interactive ones outside. There were lots of whimsical pieces that invited smiles, along with striking pieces that inspired awe. It was really fun to see famous pieces up close, and I particularly enjoyed the descriptions of the art, along with the many quotes from the artists, all of which contextualized the pieces, making them more accessible. I came early in the day, so it was never too crowded, which was nice. Even though there weren't many other visitors, the space is intimate, so you could easily ask someone to snap a photo for you if you wanted to. read more
Small museum, but so worth it. You'll probably only spend about an hour or less in here. They are is modern and contemporary. They do have an interactive exhibit that makes for great pics. The garden also has some fun picture opportunities. The garden is free to enter. We didn't have to get tickets ahead of time for this museum. We were able to walk in without a wait. read more
Amazing museum with some of the world's best known modern artists. Great audio to accompany the exhibition. Surprised us not just with the display in this traditional building, but also with immersive experiences. Definitely recommend a visit when in Amsterdam read more
2 years ago
Worth a visit. I was visiting Amsterdam for 1 day a few months ago and really wanted to enjoy a museum. One of my fav things to do while traveling. My friend let me pick out a museum that we could just show up same day and didn't require reservations, since I was visiting. Thid was my pick. We walked here so I could enjoy a city stroll. It looks like a cozy stately home from the outside, but has been transformed inside to a multi floor contemporary art haven to explore and enjoy. You could spend a couple of hours here taking your time (depending on how crowed) like we did, or view a specific exhibit for a short period, or walk through pretty quickly in half an hour maybe. Reasonable price admission cost, well worth it for my experience. But I see some reviewers have complained about the price. This museum has a fantastic mix of multi medium, digital, and immersive art. With well known artist like Basquiat, Banksy, Damien Hirst. And less well known artist to me, Hajime Sorayama (check out Sexy Robot) or ICY & SOT. The Robbie Williams exhibit was wonderful. Art helps us see ourselves and each other better. Enjoy your inner dialog. read more
2 years ago
"In art we trust!" Shout out to my Yelp friend Amy Lauren S. for putting the Moco Museum on my radar. I came across her review when I was planning my Amsterdam trip and decided to add it to my itinerary. I'm glad I did, because I really enjoyed my visit! I used the I Amsterdam card to purchase a ticket. I purchased it a week in advance, but I think you could probably purchase a last minute ticket without any problems. Moco (Modern Contemporary) is a fun museum that features unique and interesting street, contemporary, and modern art. The museum also has some cool art installations. In addition to Amsterdam, they have locations in London and Barcelona. The museum isn't very large and you can easily see everything in under an hour. They offer an audio tour, but I didn't use it. The museum features some well known contemporary and street artists like Basquiat, Warhol, and Banksy; but they also showcase art from musicians like Robbie Williams and Eddie Vedder. Robbie's exhibit "Pride and Self-Prejudice" was my absolute favorite and it really resonated with me. I loved how he used his art to take us through his mental health journey. I found myself laughing at some of the pieces even though the pieces themselves were very dark and depressing. I can certainly relate to some of his work and I appreciate his willingness to be vulnerable through art. The rooms with infinity mirrors (Studio Irma) as well as the large sculptures on the patio were cool too. The visuals were stunning and they made for some fun photo ops. There were also some exhibits that were very thought provoking (JR's "The Gun Chronicles"). Moco is in Museumplein near the heavy hitters (Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum) so I imagine it gets overlooked by museum goers. Don't sleep on this place though. If you enjoy contemporary art that is edgy, provocative, and thoughtful, visit Moco. read more
At the end of a long day, I visited the Modern Contemporary (Moco) Museum with a friend (while our husbands took a break.) It is a perfect place to explore for less than an hour. The Moco Museum is an independent museum that focuses on modern, contemporary, and street art. It has locations in Amsterdam, Barcelona and London. The permanent collection contains works by Banksy, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Keith Haring, Damien Hirst, KAWS, Jeff Koons, Yayoi Kusama, Andy Warhol, Studio Irma, and other emerging artists. In Amsterdam, the collection is housed in the historic Villa Alsberg on Museumplein. The townhouse was designed in 1904 by Eduard Cuypers. His uncle, Pierre Cuypers, designed Amsterdam Central Station and the Rijksmuseum. It was one of the first privately owned residencies on Museumplein. The outside garden is filled with giant sculptures. Check out the giant red gummy bear and the oversized rocking horse. There were also two very interesting special exhibits. Robbie Williams: Pride and Self-Prejudice Robbie Williams' collection of artworks on mental health illustrates his personal struggles with external pressures, anxiety, rehab and other stressors. It makes you think about the challenges that we face personally and professionally in our world. Studio Irma: Reflecting Forward Studio Irma is an immersive digital experience. Through a series of rooms, connections are created in which you are challenged to think about the future and how you fit in that world. We All Live in Bubbles. Kaleidoscope Room. Diamond Matrix. Connect The Dots. Universe. So much fun to explore. The Moco Museum is on the I Amsterdam Card. We made a reservation, but I think that we could have gone in without one as it was not too busy on a Saturday night. They are open later than the other museums in Museumplein which makes it ideal to visit after exploring the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk Museum. read more
1 year ago
The Moco Museum is an independent museum with locations in Amsterdam, Barcelona, and London, dedicated to exhibiting modern and contemporary art. Founded with the mission of attracting broader and younger audiences the collection leans heavy on Banksy, Basquiat and Haring with additional space for interactive pieces and digital art. Small considering the 24 Euro ticket price, but they do a lot with the space they have. read more
We had visited the Van Gogh Museum previously so we stopped in the Moco Museum, which features modern and contemporary artists, in a townhouse off Museumplein. We saw Shoes by Andy Warhol, works by Yayoi Kusama, Banksy (not authorized but authenticated, Basquiat, Haring, more. It was amazing to see these works up close, with several of the artists works in dedicated rooms. There is an audio tour with your ticket. Lots of stairs, and bathrooms on several of the floors. I enjoyed the immersive art, Studio Irma, Diamond Matrix. We were able to complete the museum in about one hour, read more
When we left our hotel we had a destination and it was not the Moco Museum, yet here we are, writing a review for it! When we got off the streetcar to go to the art museum, we saw this flashy building and decided to check it out.....which lead to us checking out the whole thing. This museum is (I think) 4 stories and a basement full of art from modern day titans such as Banksy, Takashi Murakami, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and even some Keith Haring pieces. We spent a good 30-40 minutes exploring this main floors of this museum before heading down to the gift shop area where we were able to get another Magnet, check out the immerse rooms that was mostly just some lights and whatnot, and finally end the tour with the art outside including a giant rocking horse my overweight butt managed to hop onto for a pretty fun picture. Overall, the Moco Museum is a charming museum showcasing some of the best artists of the last 20 years or so with some of their best work on display. I'm not the biggest art guy, but this place had special charm to it that I think everyone should experience, so come look at some incredible art read more
3 years ago
We visited the Moco Museum with our I AMsterdam cards. It's super close to the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum, so if you have the card, it's worth visiting while you're there. While it is a small museum, it is very upbeat and was a fun way to end the day. A lot of the exhibits are great for posing for Instagram photos or making reels if you're into that. Personally, I loved reading the quotes and also taking pictures of the Banksy street art. Outside, you can climb on the giant rocking horse (at your own risk) and take a picture. This museum has stairs and is not a good fit if you cannot climb stairs (no elevator). You must also keep your coat/umbrella/belongings with you, as there are no lockers. It's a rather small museum but packs a lot of exhibits, so if you plan for an hour here, that should be enough. read more
Very cool museum with banksy, Andy Warhol, etc. many famous pieces are in this small museum. There is also immersive art which is a cool experience. You can buy a ticket online for cheaper than at the door. I recommend purchasing before as they do sell out on the weekends and during busy seasons. You get a timed ticket and it is quite snug in the museum. They don't let you in until a few minutes before your timed ticket. There is a free audio guide, though we did not do it. read more
Instagramable Museum with the most random things to see? Yep! I didn't buy the ticket as a standalone, but rather I used the GoCity Pass for several days to get a cheaper admission. If you're young and love to take photos this place is absolutely for you. I could see that if you bought just the ticket the price does seem to be high for how small it is. This isn't like the Rijksmuseum or Maritime Museum. This is a tiny building with a few Banksys and photo ops, so expect just that. Overall it's fine for what it is. read more
6 months ago
2 years ago
Really cool place to visit. The museum was a bit smaller than expected and it could get a bit cramped at times. Despite that it was nice getting to see all the artwork and interactive areas. There's a lot of great spots to take photos at. read more
3 years ago
Yelp Review 2023 #25: I bought my museum ticket at the last minute online. There are plenty of museums in this area. I've been to Rijksmuseum on my first visit to Amsterdam years ago but I forgot to bring my phone or a camera - in other words, I had no proof I was there. But since I've already been there, Moco was at the top of my list. I love modern/ contemporary art. I checked online which artists they have. And seeing that they have Banksy and Yayoi Kusama was enough for me to buy a ticket. When I got there, I got to see works by Banksy, Jeff Koons, The Kid, Yayoi Kusama, Basquiat, Warhol, Kaws, Julian Opie, Keith Haring, Takashi Murakami, JR, Stik, etc. As soon as you enter, you'll immediately see Banksy, Marina Abramovic, Julian Opie, and Kaws. From there, I felt like I was just floating around the museum. I may or may not have been to the same parts of the museum a few times. Each floor has a restroom. The bottom floor has installations, gift shop where I bought a crappy umbrella that costs 9euros and only lasted 1 minute in the rain before snapping and the metal parts poked a hole on the umbrella! You exit through the garden which has a few more sculptures. When you buy a ticket, you have to pick a time slot. And you have to be there at the time that you picked. If you're early, you have to be in the waiting area outside. If you're late, you have to be in the waiting area if you're less than 15 minutes late. If you're really late, sorry, you missed your chance and you have to buy a new ticket. read more
3 years ago
This museum came recommended by a friend and it did not disappoint. I really like that there are town houses and that you can find pretty good discount online. Make sure you check that first. Regardless of the discount, it's pretty affordable one. It's also incredibly centrally located with all the other museums. Very easy to purchase tickets and enter. I do feel like the time option was necessary, but not 100% effective. Many of the rooms still felt very overwhelmingly crowded. There was the ability to shift based on how many people were in a room. Highly recommended the audio as it pretty cool stories. Downloading the app Felt like a complete waste as only one photo was really engaging. Great to get a ton of cool photos if you don't mind waiting for the crowds to pass. I really like the stories and the art that was chosen as it pretty cool stories. And the way they shared about the artist. I also love that it was in an old house, which felt very cozy and intimate. read more
I really enjoyed my time at the Moco Museum. I'm already a fan of modern art and this museum didn't disappoint. I booked my tickets the day off my visit for 19.95 Euros and I also selected a timeslot for my visit. It took me about an hour to explore the entire museum and the museum is a bit on the smaller side. I enjoyed looking at artworks by Banksy, Kaws, Keith Haring, Yayoi Kusama, and etc. I really enjoyed the last section of the museum which was the "Digital Immersive Art" and there were about four rooms to explore in. After that section, you can visit the gift shop and then exit the museum to explore the outdoor section of the museum (i.e. Moco Garden). read more
3 years ago
One of the best museums in Amsterdam. The line isn't ever too long and the whole museum can be seen in under an hour. Also lots of cute stuff in the gift shop! read more
3 years ago
This museum was terribly crowded and boring. Nothing worth seeing that you haven't seen online. Most boring contemporary museum I've been to. read more
Absolutely loved this gallery, so many fun and interesting pieces from amazing artists like Banksy and Tracey Emin. The immersive experience was so mesmerising and great photo opportunities as well as the garden with its giant gummy bear and a beautiful bed surrounded by golden palm trees to lounge on. The gift shop is great for banksy posters, jumpers, badges, stickers, books but quite expensive as you can imagine but otherwise I thoroughly enjoyed my visit and highly recommend. read more
The first time we went to Amsterdam, we visited the incredible Van Gogh Museum (which I highly recommend). Upon leaving, we walked down the courtyard a little ways and stumbled upon the Moco - complete with extremely recognizable Banksy artworks out in the courtyard outside the building. I LOVE Banksy stuff. I follow him rabidly on social. And I was SO disappointed that I didn't know about the Moco and more importantly that there was no way for me to visit it because it was closed and that was our last day in town. So this time, I vowed not to make the same mistake. Note to all: Buy your tickets in advance online. The museum does get quite busy. And when we walked up at 10:15 for our 10:15 slot, we were ushered right in the door while others were being told the museum was quite full and they'd have to wait or buy tickets for a later date/time. Once you walk up the front stairs of what really looks like a large house, you are greeted warmly, handed a map and interactive guide and told that it's best to start at the top and work your way down. There are three floors and you climb the steps. I will say that I think they do this partially for crowd control because it makes more sense from a traffic pattern standpoint. The other reason is much more practical. The Banksy stuff is on the bottom so they want you to wait till the end and also they don't want people to just come see the Banksy stuff and leave. I will say the exhibits on the top two floors were super cool and we enjoyed walking around them immensely. I took a ton of pictures. It was some really cool stuff. The first floor is where Banksy is housed and as a big fan, I really enjoyed wandering through and being able to look at some of his works that I've only seen in pictures until now. There are some really famous ones like the girl with the heart balloon and the smiley face soldiers. There are also some of his works outside the building in the courtyard (and you are encouraged to touch, ride, jump on them). Then we went down to the basement which houses the gift shop and also a really cool and unexpected exhibit using a lot of lights and infinity mirrors. It creates an awesome visual effect and is a great place to take a selfie. In all it took us like an hour to do the whole museum. It's not big. But it was really fun and a very different museum experience than most, even most modern art museums. I totally encourage you to check it out. Pro tip: When you buy your tickets online you get an email Print it out and you get a discount at the gift shop and a free Banksy postcard. read more
2 years ago
This was the worst museum I have ever visited. There was a very limited number of artworks on display and the ones that were on display were underwhelming. My family and I thought MOCO had a similar vibe as the Glasgow Wonka World disaster. My daughter told me that she felt like she was in a "Nathan For You" segment. Three thumbs down! read more
3 years ago
It's a modern museum and you get to see some Banksy pieces, but overall it was fairly small and very crowded despite having timeslot tickets. There's no real direction through the museum and you had to rely on the audioguide for more descriptions as the ones on the wall were very sparse. The museum is multiple stories, but the coolest exhibits were primarily on the first two floors. Overall, it was enjoyable (there's a few pieces outside in the courtyard area too) but I wouldn't go out of my way to come back, it was pretty pricey for a small amount of art and overly crowded. If you like modern art, then check them out, but be prepared for crowds. read more
MOCO is probably one of my favorite museums I've ever visited! I was referred by a friend and when I arrived to my surprise I found out they were featuring Banksy. Not only did I get to see amazing Banksy pieces in person but also pieces by Invader, Warhol, Basquiat, and many more. It was awesome and I'm so glad I visited! Best €20 I spent all trip. Great gift store there as well. Don't forget to check out the lower level... they have a simulation light show installation down there to walk through that is killer for getting neat pictures! Enjoy, and thanks again, MOCO Museum! The staff was very pleasant there as well -overall it a perfect experience! I really loved the architecture of the building as well. Important to know it's surrounded by many other museums as well so bring your walking shoes and get inspired by Art for days! Great cigar shop around the corner called "Cigaragua" for a quick smoke and walk! Cheers~ read more
What a great experience! Purchased our tickets outside, using the QR code and within minutes, we were inside. It is a small space of 3 levels, but each inch is utilized. It did get quite crowded, which made it louder and more difficult to navigate than expected. Definately a must see when in Amsterdam. Located very close to the Van Gogh and Rikjsmuseum. We spent about an hour here, so it is not an all day thing. read more
3 years ago
We came on a Monday and it was quite crowded. It's also a really small museum. My bf and I finished within 30 mins. They did have some cool stuff in there tho but I wish it was bigger to make it worth it. It was about 44 euros for the both of us and there wasn't a line to get in. read more
2 years ago
I'm glad I went, but I wouldn't go again. We decided to stop after visiting the Rijksmuseum. Moco has some fun art, but the layout is difficult to maneuver with how many people they let in. It was really warm inside, even though outside wasn't very cold, so it felt stuffy in a lot of rooms. read more
4 years ago
Absolutely amazing! I can't recommend this museum enough! It's not huge and in my opinion it's a little pricey, but it's worth it!! The art collection is amazing both inside and out. read more
We showed up on a Friday afternoon, bought tickets there (you can buy tickets online via a posted link by the entrance and save a tiny bit. I read the reviews about it being crowded, but that wasn't our experience. I found the small museum to be well planned, visually appealing, and easy to move through, and it was one of my favorite experiences in Amsterdam. read more
3 years ago
I loved Moco Museum, I love modern art so of course I loved the museum. Is it small & crowded yes but that's not the reason for my rate. My rating is because of an altercation that happened & how they handled it. There was a certain patron that started an altercation with us where it escalated. Instead of believing us & the witnesses, they decided to let the person roam around the museum finishing his experience until they reviewed the tape. (This might've been a policy of theirs so i was ƙ with this andwerWhile they reviewed the tape, the security escorted us out of a room that he wanted to view. And then allowed us to go back in once he was done. (That's the part that got me upset). Once the tape was reviewed is when they decided to take action & said he would be removed. By that time we had had it & requested a refund & left. I don't quite know if he was ever removed but I feel it could've been handled better. read more
Had a fantastic time visiting the Moco Museum. There's a wide variety of art from some of the most prolific modern artists. Despite the large collection, the museum is still pretty small, making it easy to navigate and see all the art without going over your culture quota. It really keeps your attention with traditional gallery areas, immersive experiences, and an outdoor sculpture garden. Definitely recommend visiting when you're in Amsterdam! Tip: buy your tickets online in advance to skip the line and get a discount! read more
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