Nestled in the heart of Utrecht, Nijntje Museum is also known as the Miffy museum. It is spread across 1500 square metres and is a popular attraction for kids and parents with kids. This museum is known to be highly immersive and interactive in nature for the kids. There are a variety of activities that enhance the senses like smell, sight and sound.
Miffy is a popular cartoon about a young bunny and her friends and this museum is known to bring the character to life. The Nijntje Museum is divided into 12 different sections that bring the cartoon to life, like the shop of poppy pig and the town and the world of miniature. With your children, you can simply walk around or even play with the different exhibits to develop your motor skills and learn more about farm life.
Highlights
• Explore the different settings of the Nijntje Museum that were once a part of Miffy's storybook, like the farm and doctor’s practice.
• Walk around The Town and allow your child to learn more about the different rules involving road safety.
• Go to Farmer John’s Farm and learn about the different types of farm animals in this interactive play area.
• Try out some delicious food in the house cafe like sandwiches and pancakes after you tour the museum.
• Shop for souvenirs in the Nijntje Museum souvenir shop and take home some memorable gift items.
How To Reach
- By Car: Nijntje Museum is 2 kilometres away from the city centre of Utrecht. To reach, you will have to travel for up to 6 minutes by taking the Maliesingel road.
- By Bus: Take bus number 2 from the Domplein station and get down at Centraal Museum station. From this station, the Nijntje Museum is located 100 metres away and will take 1 minute to reach by foot.
- By Foot: If you are in the centre of the city, take the LF4 route to walk towards the museum. The overall walking time is around 12 minutes and the museum is located 850 metres away from the city centre.
Best Time To Visit
Nijntje Museum is open throughout the year, so you can plan your visit to this place at any time of the year.
-The best day in the week will be the weekdays due to less crowds regardless of any time of the year.
- The best time of the day to visit the Nijntje Museum will be in the morning or late afternoon due to less crowds and a favourable temperature.
Other Essential Information
Visitors Tips
- There are no offline tickets for the Nijntje Museum, so you will have to buy it well in advance.
- The Nijntje Museum is closed on Christmas, New Year and King’s Day, so plan your visit accordingly.
- If you have a U pass or a Rembrandt card, you can visit the Nijntje Museum free of cost.
- The ticket prices of Nijntje Museum vary from age group, so plan your visit accordingly.
- Children under the age of 2 years can visit the Nijntje Museum free of charge.
- Make sure you use the designated stroller area to keep your stroller if you are visiting Nijntje Museum with your child.
Explore the world in miniature
As the name suggests, this is the place where the world of Miffy comes to life. You can find a poppy pig’s shop, the doctor’s practice, farmer John’s farm and the town. This is not just a world of Miffy but is also a dedicated cultural centre that comes to life. Overall, there are 12 learning environments that you and your little one can explore to discover more about the world of Miffy.
Visit the Farmer John’s Farm
This is a frequently visited place to know what kind of animals live in a farm. Known to be educational and entertaining at the same time, the Farmer John’s Farm houses replicas of different farm animals, ranging from cows to birds like roosters and hens. Here, your children can learn a lot about different shapes and numbers, along with experiencing what a life on a farm looks like.
Shop in the Gift Shop
Once you finish touring the Nijntje Museum, you can stop by the gift shop for purchasing souvenirs. Here you can find different types of puzzles, soft toys and t-shirts worth buying. You can also find Miffy story books available in different languages. The best part of the gift shop is even if you do not have a ticket to the Nijntje Museum, you can still visit this shop. The gift shop is open from Tuesday to Sunday, so plan your visit accordingly.
Eat in the cafe
There is nothing like some delicious food once you finish touring the Nijntje Museum. This cafe is usually the go to place for a lot of visitors looking for refreshments. Do note that you will need a pass to access the cafe, so plan your visit to the cafe accordingly. Some of the dishes here include pancakes and sandwiches that you can try out. The cafe is closed on mondays, but on the rest of the days, it is open from 10 am to 5 pm.
