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Things to Do in Amsterdam When It Rains
Rain on the forecast? Spend 60 to 90 minutes inside a story instead: a bank vault from 1903, a magical laboratory or the lost office of architect Berlage, all under one roof in the Beurs van Berlage.
Sherlocked is two minutes from Central Station, open all week, and takes groups of 2 to 19 players. Book online, walk in dry, come out with a story.
Why an escape room beats a rainy afternoon
Indoors from start to finish. Covered entrance at the Beurs van Berlage, bike parking under the Beursplein, Central Station two minutes away.
Open every day. Rooms run from the morning until late, also on Sundays and public holidays.
For 2 to 19 players. Two-player, family, friends or a full group over several rooms.
Book last minute. Same-day slots appear in the calendar below. Pay online and go.
Pick a room for today
The Architect for 2 to 6 (weekdays for two), The Vault for 4 to 7, The Alchemist for 3 to 6. Sherlock's Brain Fog takes 2 to 6 players on Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
2-6* players
60 min
From €29 p.p
Age: 12+
Unravel secrets of the famed architect H.P. Berlage. Can you solve a century-old mystery?
Difficulty
Perfect for beginners as well as escape room enthousiasts, packed into just one hour.
4-7 players
80 min
From €35 p.p
Age: 15+
Break into a centuries-old safe complex and extract a mysterious object...
Difficulty
A bit more challenging than the Architect, also longer and involving a bit of theatrics.
3-6 players
90 min
From €41 p.p
Age: 12+
Perform an ancient and powerful ritual and save the soul of a 400 year old alchemist.
Difficulty
In the middle: Techno-magic and some challenges, but suitable for everyone!
*For security and safety reasons, we cannot exceed the maximum number of players per room.
Make a day of it, rain or no rain
Morning: coffee on the Damrak, then a 10:00 or 12:00 game.
Lunch: Bistro Berlage, in the same building, no umbrella needed.
Afternoon: the Beurs van Berlage exhibitions, the Amsterdam Museum or a canal boat with a roof.
Evening: a second room if the first went well, or dinner around the Nes.
At home: Sherlocked Home Mysteries, a tabletop mystery for the next rainy evening.
Family with kids of 12 and up? See the family escape rooms page.
Book an escape room for today or later this week
Pick a room, a date and a time. The calendar shows live availability, including same-day slots. Payment is online and the room is yours.
Rain for a week?
Play all four rooms over a few days, or take a Home Mystery back to the hotel. Not sure which room first? Compare them side by side.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Rainy Day Activities in Amsterdam
Can we book an escape room on the same day?
Yes. The calendar shows live availability, including same-day slots. Payment is online and the booking is immediate.
How do we get there without getting wet?
Walk two minutes south from Central Station along the Damrak. Trams 2, 4, 12, 13, 14 and 17 stop at the Dam. There is free covered bicycle parking under the Beursplein.
How long does a visit take?
Between 60 and 90 minutes of play, plus 15 minutes for the briefing. Plan around two hours in total.
Is it suitable for children?
From age 12, with an adult in the team. The Alchemist welcomes children from 6 with close supervision. See family escape rooms for details.
What if we are late because of the weather?
Games start on time, so arrive 15 minutes early. Up to 48 hours before the game, moving the booking is free at booking.sherlocked.nl.
Is there somewhere to wait or eat inside?
Bistro Berlage is in the same building, so lunch, coffee or drinks are a few steps away.
Are the rooms in English?
Yes. The Architect can be played in Dutch on some Wednesdays and Sundays; ask in advance.
Visit Us
Beurs van Berlage
Damrak 247
1012 ZJ Amsterdam
The Netherlands
Beurs Hotline (Urgent matters):
+31 (0)20 261 6433
