Verzetsmuseum

One of the most moving museums in Amsterdam is the small Verzetsmuseum, or Dutch Resistance Museum, which sits in the old Jewish quarter. Its exhibits trace the history of Amsterdam from 1940-1945, using newscasts, photos and personal stories to illustrate the Nazi occupation and the Resistance Movement throughout World War II. The line for Anne Frank Huis can be hours, but the Verzets is often almost empty. Since the later sets the stage for the former, plan to see the Verzets prior to the more famous home of Anne Frank. Tip: Remember to bring the tissues.