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Museum Speelklok in Utrecht, the Netherlands, is without a doubt the most cheerful musical museum you'll visit. It is home to the world's most extensive collection of mechanical musical instruments, with over 600 instruments from all over the world, some of which are over 400 years old. During your visit, you'll hear cheerful live music surrounding you from centuries-old self-playing musical instruments.
It is located in a former factory building that was the home of the Dutch company N. J. Goudswaard & Zonen, which made musical instruments such as pianos and harpsichords.
Over the years, people's desire to be surrounded by music led to the invention of all sorts of self-playing musical instruments, such as musical boxes, musical clocks (carillon clocks), the singing nightingale, orchestrions (self-playing orchestras), and the traditional Dutch street organs. The museum has a highly skilled restoration workshop, which keeps the tools operational and playing for generations.
Guided musical tours are available daily, starting every half hour between 10:30 and 15:30. A shorter highlights tour is offered at 16:20.
Months: April to October
The museum can be enjoyed year-round, but the warmer months provide a pleasant overall experience in Utrecht with less crowding in midweek.
Remember to check the weather forecast a few days before the trip and before heading to the airport.
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Travel Style | Euro (EUR) | ≈ USD ($) |
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Budget | 120 | 138 |
Mid-range | 220 | 253 |
Comfort | 480 | 553 |
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Bring a comfortable pair of walking shoes for exploring the museum and the charming city of Utrecht. A light jacket is recommended, especially if visiting during the cooler months, as temperatures inside the museum are regulated for the preservation of the exhibits.
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