Rooftop Square

The rooftop square at NEMO Science Museum is open! This brand-new, green area of the museum is the ideal place to enjoy a drink and a bite to eat while enjoying fantastic views over Amsterdam. In summer, there is even more to do, from live music to films and yoga, as well as the rooftop terrace staying open in the evenings on Thursdays and Fridays.

Live music on the roof
The rooftop square hosts weekly live music performances in summer. Every Thursday, free entry! Check out the programme at the bottom of this page for the line-up.
Relax and take in views
See Amsterdam from a completely different perspective from the brand-new vantage point above the restaurant, offering spectacular views over the city.
Leer alles over wat er groeit en bloeit
The roof is full of plants that are good for biodiversity and people living in the city. Blackbirds forage between the bushes. Blue tits and great tits hunt for insects. Tree trunks and boulders offer a hiding place for small animals. And the rooftop’s plants provide cooling during hot weather. Go up and discover!
Bestudeer de wolken
Stratus, cirrus, cumulus... Clouds come in all shapes and sizes, each with their own name. What types of cloud will you spot today?

Opening times

The rooftop square is open every day from 10:00 to 17:30. On Thursdays and Fridays during the summer months, the rooftop square is open until 21:00. Access to the roof is free of charge. Please take the stairs on the east side.

Enjoy a drink and a bite to eat

Up on the roof, you’ll find the Museum Restaurant and the Conservatory Bar with a large adjacent outdoor seating area. The restaurant serves a varied menu of freshly made dishes, snacks and hot and cold drinks. At the bottom of the rooftop square next to the butterfly garden, you will find an outdoor seating area with a refreshment kiosk.