Small photography museum on the Keizersgracht. Located in two beautifully restored (17th century?) houses. All rooms are located on the different floors in the houses, connected by small staircases (I believe there's an elevator too. Nice exhibitions. Not overloaded with visitors, which is good. 😊

Located within the "9 Streets" area, Huis Marseilles on Keizergracht canal consists of two monumental 17th century canals houses which together form the city's oldest photography museum. It was also the first museum of its kind in the Netherlands when it opened its doors in 1999. The museum offers a superb collection ever changing photographs from outstanding local and international photographers which are displayed across 14 exhibition areas. There is normally a new collection every 3 months. Huis Marseilles also has regular showings from its own collection of contemporary photography. The museum is worth a visit simply to admire the glorious merchant houses dating back to 1665 and retaining many of the original features. The garden at the rear is a virtual oasis of peace. There is a small garden house which is also an exhibition area. The library and book shop are also worth a visit. The original building owes its name to a plaque still in existence at the front which was erected by the original owner who arrived at the city by boat from Marseilles and went on to accumulate his riches.

This is wonderful photo museum located in 17th century buildings. It is an experience. The layout of the displays on different floor and in a variety of rooms. It invites to you to slow down and take in the art. Beautiful variety of sizes in the 13 galleries. There are a lot stairs

If you are into photography this is going to be a magical experience for you! Visited in April 2018 and the shows were simply amazing. So many artists such a good citation and a holistic approach. The supportive text was also good giving context to the photographs. Lastly, the interior of the building is so so so impressive that makes the whole experience even better! Plus they have nice and friendly staff, happy to help with large groups, students, lockers etc.

After FOAM, I wasn’t expecting to find another photography museum. A great space, wonderful photography library where you can sit and browse, and a cozy little garden in the back to catch your breath.

The museum shows photos of different artists and it’s has a lot of temporary expositions. It’s worth checking out what is displaying before goi, maybe the artists won’t always resonate with you

[visited once, in December 2023; artists on display: Eddo Hartmann and Tarrah Krajnak] Rating and reviewing Huis Marseille is really rating the artists and/or the Huis’s curator(s). The place itself is a beautiful large canal house, providing ample display space for art/photography exhibitions. Make sure you check out what’s on not just here, but also at the other famous photography museum - FOAM - before you decide to visit.

Stunning photos in a stunning building! I really prefer this museum over the more well known FOAM! I visited while The Sacrifice Zone by Eddo Hartmann and an exposition of Tarrah Krajnak were on display. The first was my favorite with great photos and storytelling. Krajnak’s exposition was a bit more artsy but definitely worth seeing. They also have a nice gift shop with some cool merch for the real fans!

Visited this museum late August and really enjoyed how they set up every space. The whole building and gardens are very authentic Amsterdam which is reason enough for a visit. It surprised me that the exhibition went beyond just photography.

Small museum for a short visit with interesting exhibition about “unknown” artists

When went to see the work of Samuel Fosso which was amazing! The only thing was the lightning Huis Marseille. It could have been better you saw a lot of reflections on the pictures.

A very nice photography museum. This was our second time visiting and it was just as good as I remembered it. The exhibition we saw this time, a Samuel Fosso retrospective, was beautiful. The museum is very well organised, with a clear route through it, so you can be sure you won't miss anything. There are a lot of stairs though, not sure whether there is an elevator. Something to consider if this is an issue for you. What I also really like is the atmosphere inside. It's very calm, airy, bright, not very busy in my experience so you have the room to be there with the art and take it all in. It feels very intimate. There are also benches to sit on and admire the art, which is definitely nice, especially if you've been sightseeing in Amsterdam the whole day. Depending on your interests and the exhibition on display, the museum takes about an hour to visit, but it can also be done in less than an hour. So a perfect filler if you find yourself with some extra time on your hands in Amsterdam, or you need a break from the hustle and bustle of the streets. The area in which the museum is located is gorgeous, I highly recommend a walk around if you have some time.

Probably one of the most interesting museums in Amsterdam. Loved the current exhibition from Perez Siquier

The current exhibition are for sure worth seeing, but the Huis Marseille building itself is breathtaking. The ceiling, the backyard, the kitchen and it's library on the ground floor. Go with enough time to sit for a while in the yard (or in any of the house corners) and listen to the silence while in the middle of the city.

A wonderful museum of photography, with carefully selected exhibitions. Currently they have an exhibition consisting of works of 4 artists focusing on the beauty and the pain in the world. A big plus is that the artists are very diverse and coming from different cultural and economical backgrounds. The building itself is beautiful, and makes the experience even more amazing- a lovely surprise is a little garden with views of Amsterdam architecture, and there is also an extra small building for exhibitions. They also have a small but lovely library downstairs, where you can browse through photography albums. Definitely worth a visit, one of the best museum in Amsterdam:)

Very nice museum

I really like this museum for the beautiful building and the choice of artists. I love photography and this is the right place to be. Usually quite quiet as well.

A magnificent 17th century building with a garden and big display rooms with a few photographs on the wall. The quality of the photos are quite dependent on the photographer and the beholder. The photos of Luc Delahay are currently on display until May 2022. We were really disappoined and felt the photos lacked luster and presence. The photos from Japanese photographers were interesting, however, there were very few works on display . I am uncertain if the price is worth visiting the museum. There are better museums in the Amsterdam area, like the Museum van Loon and the Oude Kerk at the Dam, which has a yearly world press photo exhibition that is more interesting. I can't recommend this museum... unless you happen to like the photographer that is currently being shown.

Three weeks on and I still remember how much that gallery affected me. How it almost moved me as a space, if that's even possible. The show that was on wasn't of any personal interest but the building...intimate, quiet, imposing but not intrusive, it was a joy to walk in. And those massive windows, they made me feel like I was in a house that I wanted to get very comfortable in. It doesn't look it but it's a massive space split up in two buildings and the up and down of stairs adds a 'getting lost' sense that in a space like that is very welcome. It's a unique experience and I'll definitely add it to my necessary stops list next time I'm in Amsterdam.

Very nice museum, enjoyed myself and a realy intriging exhibition about Kazachstan, photos by Eddo Hartmann. All in the beautiful setting inside two monumental real Dutch canal houses.

This is a small photography museum made inside an old Dutch house. The shows are usually really good and well curated. Check what’s on and look up the artist before going as there is no permanent collection. The old house is also amazing on its own with the beautiful design and the cascading trees outside the window. Don’t miss details like the glass chandeliers

A small but exciting museum of photography. It's a conservative place compared to Foam.

Lovely collection! Definitely will visit again :)

Nice photograph exhibition and lovely garden. Really beautiful.

Beautiful exhibits in a charming traditional Dutch building. Each room brings its own light and atmosphere which complete immerses you in the artist’s view. The back of the building has a small garden in which you can take a moment to appreciate calmness in a busy day. The museum itself is not as busy as the Van Gogh or the Risjk, so I highly recommend it to people who don’t enjoy large crowds.

Smaller institution worth visiting, great artists!

Nice exhibition And the building is also very beautiful inside 🌞

Great museum. Good layout and simple walking route. It has interesting expositions and it doesn't stop by photography. You can expect a stimulation of almost all your senses.

One of my favorite museums in Amsterdam. Well laid out, a unique building and beautifully curated exhibitions.

Great exhibitions and great place.