Wereldmuseum Leiden

The Wereldmuseum Leiden is a treasure trove of human stories and global cultures. Housed in Leiden’s historic former academic hospital, near the central station, this museum features a world-renowned collection of artifacts from Asia, Africa, the Americas, Oceania, and the polar regions. The Leiden World Museum celebrates our planet’s immense cultural diversity, yet does not shy away from addressing major social issues. Through ancient art, ritual objects, and contemporary cultural expressions, you’ll discover just how universal human needs and emotions are, despite all our outward differences.