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1 / 6Body Worlds Amsterdam is a ticketed exhibition of real preserved human bodies, sitting right on the Damrak in the heart of the city. Unlike some Amsterdam attractions where tickets are only sold on the official site, entry here is legitimately available through several resellers, so booking ahead to skip the queue is a genuine option. Here is what to know before you go.
🎟️See Body Worlds Amsterdam tickets on GetYourGuide →Where it is
You will find Body Worlds Amsterdam at Damrak 66, on the Damrak between Dam Square and Amsterdam Centraal, right in the city centre. It is one of the most central major attractions in the city, so it fits easily into a day of walking around the old town.
What to see
- Over 200 real preserved human anatomical specimens, created using Gunther von Hagens' plastination technique.
- The current exhibition is themed 'The Happiness Project', spread across seven floors.
- A central Damrak location, a short walk from Amsterdam Centraal.
- Your ticket includes a free InBody body-composition scan.
Skip-the-line vs guided tour
Because this is a busy spot on the Damrak, how you enter can make a real difference to your visit.
Skip-the-line entry ticket: A pre-booked, timed-entry voucher lets you walk in at your chosen slot rather than waiting at a busy central-Amsterdam attraction. It is the simplest option and works well if you just want to explore the seven floors at your own pace. This is a real product sold by GetYourGuide (its "The Happiness Project" skip-the-line entry ticket carries roughly 3,500 reviews at 4.5 stars).
Combo with a canal cruise: There is also a genuine combined ticket pairing the exhibition with a one-hour canal cruise, which is worth considering if you want to tie two central activities together in one booking.
The trade-off is straightforward: a plain entry ticket is cheapest and most flexible, while the combo adds a second experience but locks you into a wider itinerary. Both are legitimate entry products rather than external walking tours.
Book Body Worlds Amsterdam tickets & tours
GetYourGuide has the widest choice for Body Worlds Amsterdam — GYG genuinely sells timed entry admission: "Body Worlds Amsterdam: The Happiness Project" skip-the-line entry ticket (4.5 stars, ~3,500 reviews), plus a combo "Body Worlds Exhibition and Canal Cruise". These are real entry products, not merely external walking tours., most with free cancellation. Check live prices:
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Insider tips
- Book a timed slot to avoid queueing at a prime Damrak location, especially in peak season.
- It is an indoor attraction, so it makes a strong option for a rainy Amsterdam afternoon.
- Allow enough time to work through all seven floors rather than rushing.
- Do not skip the included InBody scan, since it comes with your ticket.
Is it worth it?
This is a genuinely ticketed, commercial exhibition of preserved human bodies in a prime central location, with official admission at around EUR 24.95. It is a paid indoor attraction, and if you have an interest in anatomy or in an unusual, thought-provoking exhibition, the seven floors of 'The Happiness Project' deliver plenty to see. Skip-the-line via a pre-booked voucher is a real, worthwhile benefit at a busy Damrak spot. If preserved human specimens are not for you, this is one to pass on, but for the curious it is a solid central-Amsterdam choice.
FAQs
Are third-party tickets valid, or do I have to buy from the official site?
Unlike some official-site-only Amsterdam venues, Body Worlds Amsterdam tickets are legitimately sold and accepted through multiple resellers, including GetYourGuide, so a pre-booked voucher is honoured at the door. You can still buy directly from the official site at bodyworlds.nl if you prefer.
What is currently on show?
The current exhibition is themed 'The Happiness Project', displayed across seven floors. Because touring Body Worlds shows change over time, it is worth confirming the exhibition name when you book.
How do I get there?
It is in the city centre at Damrak 66, roughly a 5-minute walk south from Amsterdam Centraal station down the Damrak, close to Dam Square. Centraal is well served by trams and metro.
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