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Leiden American Pilgrim Museum — the Pilgrims' house

The Leiden American Pilgrim Museum in the Beschuitsteeg is a 14th-century house furnished as the Pilgrim Fathers would have known it around 1620, with 16th- and 17th-century furniture, maps and engravings from their eleven years in Leiden.

What you will see

Two small rooms filled with original objects from the years the Pilgrims spent in Leiden before sailing on the Mayflower in 1620. The curator's guided story about daily life is every bit as memorable as the collection.

Good to know

It sits at Beschuitsteeg 9 beside the Hooglandse Kerk. Opening hours are limited to the afternoon, so check the website first; allow 45 minutes to an hour, including the curator's talk that most visitors remember best.

  • Limited opening hours — come in the afternoon and check the website first.
  • Allow 45 minutes to an hour including the talk.
  • Cash is appreciated; this is a small independent museum.
  • Combine it with the Pieterskerk and the Pilgrim walking trail.

Location, opening hours & tickets

Address

Leiden American Pilgrim Museum
Beschuitsteeg 9
2312 JT Leiden

12-minute walk from Leiden Centraal

Get directions Official website

Opening hours

MondayClosed
TuesdayClosed
Wednesday13:00–17:00
Thursday13:00–17:00
Friday13:00–17:00
Saturday13:00–17:00
SundayClosed

Admission

€ 5Museumkaart not accepted

Opening hours and prices are indicative — check the official website before your visit, especially around public holidays.

Frequently asked questions

What are the opening hours of Leiden American Pilgrim Museum?
Leiden American Pilgrim Museum is open on Wed–Sat 13:00–17:00. Closed on Mon, Tue, Sun. Hours are indicative; check the official website around public holidays.
How much is a ticket for Leiden American Pilgrim Museum?
A standard adult ticket for Leiden American Pilgrim Museum costs around € 5. Children and students usually pay less. The Museumkaart is not valid here.
Can you buy tickets for Leiden American Pilgrim Museum online?
Tickets for Leiden American Pilgrim Museum are sold at the desk or via the official website. Our tickets page does offer combination tickets for other Leiden attractions.
How do I get to Leiden American Pilgrim Museum?
Leiden American Pilgrim Museum is a 12-minute walk from Leiden Centraal. Arriving by car? Use a city-centre car park and walk the last stretch.
When is Leiden American Pilgrim Museum least busy?
Weekday mornings just after opening and the final hour before closing are the quietest times at Leiden American Pilgrim Museum. School holidays, Sundays and public holidays are busiest.