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Family visit to Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder

Essential guidance for exploring the historic canal house and attic church in Amsterdam with children.

Discovering the unique history of Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder can be a memorable experience for families visiting Amsterdam. As you plan your visit, please consult the official museum website to confirm the latest family-friendly policies, age-specific recommendations, and any available resources for younger visitors.

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Family visits to Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder

Museum Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder offers children’s treasure hunts and an interactive audio tour to explore its historic 17th-century house and attic church.

Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder provides a unique opportunity for families to explore the history of a 17th-century canal house in Amsterdam. Young visitors can engage with the past through specialized scavenger hunts and an interactive audio tour designed to make the historic rooms and attic church accessible. While the museum offers these thematic discovery paths for children, parents should plan for a traditional house layout characterized by several stairs throughout the visit.

Recommended age: Ages 4–12

Family highlights

Kapoentje scavenger hunt for exploring the 17th-century house.
Feest!-audiotour where children earn a diploma by completing fun holiday-themed questions.
Attic church setting that is visually appealing for all ages.
Interactive cabinets children are permitted to open during the scavenger hunt.

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What children can see and do

Children can follow a trail of ladybugs through the historic rooms and kitchen, open special cabinets, and listen to an audio tour that explores the background of Christian holidays.

Age guidance

Activities are targeted at specific age groups: scavenger hunts for ages 4–10 and an audio tour for ages 10–12.

Practical information

Family activities are included in the standard admission price. Visitors should note that the museum is an old house with many stairs.

Family visits at Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder

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Families can explore the history of this unique canal house museum in Amsterdam through interactive resources designed for younger visitors. These materials include engaging scavenger hunts and themed audio tours that provide an educational look at daily life and traditions. Each activity is designed to be enjoyed as part of the general museum experience.

Kids trail

Kapoentje Scavenger Hunt

Ages 5–1060–60 minFree

Children explore the 17th-century house, kitchens, and church by following Kapoentje the ladybug. They can open special cabinets and learn about daily life and the building's features.

Age guidance: Recommended for children aged 5 to 10.

Practical information: The booklet is included in the entrance fee.

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Kids audio guide

Feest!-audiotour

Ages 10–1260–60 minFree

Children learn about the backgrounds of festivals like Sinterklaas, Christmas, Easter, and Pentecost. They answer festive questions and earn a diploma at the end.

Age guidance: Recommended for children aged 10 to 12.

Practical information: Included in the museum admission price.

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