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FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp (with kids)

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How Kids-Friendly is FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp?

71%Kids-Friendly
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What makes it 71% Kids-Friendly: Under-18s enter free, photobooth and wide aisles suit school-age kids, plus a changing table helps younger siblings, yet few hands-on exhibits or play zones may cause boredom after 45-60 minutes.

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Reviews4.3/ 5
(from 2,643 reviews)

Positives:

  • Kids Enter Free: Children under 18 have free admission, so families pay only adult tickets.
  • Stroller-Friendly: Wide galleries and level floors allow easy stroller access throughout the museum.

Challenges:

  • Quiet Galleries: Some exhibitions are very calm and may not hold younger kids’ attention for long.
  • Limited Hands-On Activities: There are no regular family workshops; contact the museum in advance for special sessions.
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What is FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp?

  • A fine art photography museum in Antwerp presenting a program of temporary exhibitions spanning contemporary practice, historical works and thematic projects
  • An academic institution under the University of Antwerp that maintains extensive photographic archives, a research library and a rare Keizerpanorama stereoscopic viewer
  • A cultural landmark in Antwerp’s museum district, housed in a renovated historic building along the Scheldt river

What is so special about FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp for with kids?

  1. Free entry for under-18s saves on family ticket costs
  2. Silly family photo booth creates fun souvenirs
  3. Wide, stroller-friendly galleries make moving easy
  4. On-site café and museum shop offer breaks and treats
  5. Check World Photography Day for free workshops

Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours

Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Enough time for exhibits, photo booth fun, a café break, and locker stops without rushing children.

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Kids-Friendly Activities in FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp

Family Photo Booth:

Make silly faces and get two strips of three photos as a keepsake.

Tip: Arrive early to avoid lines and bring props like hats or scarves.

Explore Exhibitions:

View contemporary and historical photography programs together.

Tip: Focus on one exhibition at a time and ask kids to pick their favorite image.

FOMU Café Break:

Recharge with snacks and drinks between galleries.

Tip: Choose a table by the window for natural light and quick access back to exhibits.

Museum Shop Treats:

Browse photography-themed toys, postcards, and small gadgets.

Tip: Set a small budget for each child to pick their own souvenir.

How to Make the Most of Your Visit to FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp

  1. Buy Tickets Online: Reserve adult tickets online to skip the ticket hall queue.
  2. Visit at Opening: Start at 10 AM when the museum is least crowded for photo booth and café.
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Reviews of FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp

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Oct 2025

If “horrible” was a museum, this would be its dictionary entry. Only second floor is operational. That means three rooms altogether, combining historical photographs with talentless Flemish photographers who try to be original by making a narrative series on something groundbreaking such as… feminism. Come only if you need to take a quick nap as there is a sleeping area on the third floor.

Ed Clews

Ed Clews

Sep 2025

Excellent museum with a fab reading library that had lots of books I'd never seen before - I spent more time in the library that some of the exhibits (which were also excellent). Cafe is also really nice.

yule

yule

Sep 2025

There are sometimes excellent exhibitions. The museum has a good shop. Tickets can be purchased on-site.

Michael Kilpatrick

Michael Kilpatrick

Sep 2025

Absolutely not worth the €12 admission price. To be honest, the exhibits were barely worth charging for: I've seen plenty of similar standard stuff in other European cities for free. I filled my time (and salvaged some value) there by browsing some books (by far better photographers) in their library. And ordered one of them off eBay.

Rolv Marius Faleide

Rolv Marius Faleide

Jun 2025

We visited the photo museum for two hours and were quite blown away by the quality and content! Not sure what would meet us, camera or techniques or exhibitions of photos, this is definitely the latter one. There are currently three parts: the permanent exhibit, one on (famously) war photographer Lee Miller and at the top - an amazing live performance about the changes in Iran the last 50 years an...

When is the best time to visit FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp (Antwerp, Belgium)?

On World Photography Day (Aug 19), enjoy free family entry and special photo workshops—book ahead.

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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)

ItemCost (Approx.)
Adult tickets (2 x €12)EUR 24
Photo booth stripsEUR 2
Café snacks and drinksEUR 15
Souvenir toys/postcardsEUR 10
Total EstimatedEUR 51

Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

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Map of FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp

Address: Waalsekaai 47, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium

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About FOMU - Photo Museum Antwerp

Opening Hours

Monday:Closed
Tuesday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Wednesday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Thursday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Friday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Sunday:10:00 AM – 6:00 PM

Hours may vary during holidays, special events, and peak seasons. Please check the official website for the most up-to-date information.

Website

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Phone Number

+32 3 242 93 00

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