EYE Film Institute (EYE Filmmuseum)

Overview

EYE Filmmuseum is a prominent film museum dedicated to Dutch and international cinema. It houses a vast collection of films, film posters, and other film-related artifacts, making it a must-visit for film enthusiasts.

It is one of the most important film archives in the world, preserving and showcasing the history of cinema.

Film History Art

Location

Address

IJpromenade 1, Amsterdam

Neighborhood: Overhoeks

Coordinates

52.391191, 4.903537

Visiting Information

Opening Hours

monday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

tuesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

wednesday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

thursday 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

friday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

saturday 10:00 AM - 8:00 PM

sunday 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM

Admission

Adults

€17.50

Children

€8.75

Best Time to Visit

Overall Best Period

March-May

Best Time of Day

Early morning

fewer crowds

Duration Recommendations

Minimum

1 hour

Recommended

3 hours

Full Experience

full day

Seasonal Highlights

spring

mild

• Film festivals
• Special exhibitions

summer

hot

• Extended hours

autumn

cool

• Fall film series

winter

cold

• Holiday films

Know Before You Go

Essential Information

Book ahead
Bring ID
Check weather

What to Bring

essential

ID water tickets

seasonal

jacket umbrella

not allowed

large bags drones

Health & Safety

Physical Requirements: moderate

• stairs

Medical facilities: first aid available

Payment Information

Accepted

cash, cards

Currency

EUR

Typical Costs

entry €17.50

parking €5

food €10

souvenirs €15

Dress Code

casual, comfortable shoes, walking shoes, inappropriate clothing

Booking Tips

• 2 weeks
• official website
• 48 hours
• available

Amenities

Restrooms

Gift shop

Atm

Wifi

Lockers

Wheelchair rental

Stroller rental

On site restaurant

Cafe

Picnic areas

Outside food allowed

Digital Services

Mobile App

EYE Filmmuseum App

Size: 50 MB

Features: Map, Audio guide, Tickets

Platforms: iOS, Android

WiFi Zones: Visitor center, Cafe

Charging Stations: Rest areas

How to Reach

From Airport

Nearest: Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

Distance: 15 km

Travel Time: 20 minutes

taxi

€45 20 min

public_transport

€5.50 30 min

From City Center

Distance: 3 km

metro

€2.90 10 min

bus

€2.50 15 min

taxi

€10 10 min

Local Insights

Cultural Context

Why Locals Love It: Historic importance

Historical Significance: Important events happened here

Insider Tips

Free entry early morning
Best food at back entrance

Local Recommendations

• Try local cafe
• Ask for guide John

Language Help

Useful Phrases

hello Hallo

thank_you Dank je wel

where_is Waar is

how_much Hoeveel kost dit

beautiful Mooi

ticket Ticket

Guide Languages: English, Dutch

Photography Guide

Best Photo Spots

Main entrance

Best Time: Golden hour

Tips: Low angle

Result: Great shot

#film #museum

Photography Rules

allowed areas outdoor areas, lobby

prohibited areas exhibitions, theaters

flash photography not allowed

commercial photography permit needed

drone policy prohibited

tripod policy restricted

selfie sticks allowed

Nearby Attractions

A'DAM Lookout

Distance: 500m

Walking: 7 min

Type: Viewpoint

NDSM Wharf

Distance: 1km

Walking: 15 min

Type: Art District

Reviews

4.7

Based on 850 reviews

Recent Visitor Tips

"Book online"
"Visit early"
"Great views"

Contact Information

+31 20 589 14 00

info@eyefilm.nl

www.eyefilm.nl

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