What you will see
The house is furnished as it was around 1750 and staffed by volunteers who weave themselves and tell the story of Leiden's cloth industry — spinning wheels, looms and the cramped rooms of a family that lived off textiles.
Good to know
The house is at Middelstegracht 143, ten minutes' walk from the Burcht. Opening days are limited, so check the website; allow about an hour and pair it with Museum De Lakenhal for the full textile story.
- Limited opening days — check the website before you go.
- Allow about an hour.
- Small entrance fee, paid on site.
- Combine with Museum De Lakenhal for the full textile story.
Location, opening hours & tickets
Address
Museum Het Leidse WevershuisMiddelstegracht 143
2312 TV Leiden
15-minute walk from Leiden Centraal
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 13:00–17:00 |
| Friday | 13:00–17:00 |
| Saturday | 13:00–17:00 |
| Sunday | Closed |
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 Museum Het Leidse Wevershuis?
- Museum Het Leidse Wevershuis is open on Thu–Sat 13:00–17:00. Closed on Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun. Check the official website around public holidays.
- How much is a ticket for Museum Het Leidse Wevershuis?
- The listed standard adult admission price for Museum Het Leidse Wevershuis is € 5. Check the official website for the current rate and exceptions. The Museumkaart is not valid here.
- How do I get to Museum Het Leidse Wevershuis?
- Museum Het Leidse Wevershuis is a 15-minute walk from Leiden Centraal.
Continue exploring Leiden
- Young Rembrandt StudioThe Young Rembrandt Studio tells the story of Rembrandt's apprentice years in his home town. Address, map, opening hours and tips.
- Pilgrim MuseumVisit the Pilgrim Museum beside Pieterskerk and discover the Pilgrims' Leiden years, with the entrance, current opening hours and visiting tips.
- Old ObservatoryVisit Leiden's Old Observatory beside the Hortus botanicus for historic domes, original telescopes and guided tours, with practical visitor tips.
- Japanmuseum SieboldHuisJapanmuseum SieboldHuis on the Rapenburg displays Philipp Franz von Siebold's Japan collection. Address, map, opening hours and tips.