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Visit the Rijksmuseum

The museum of Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh

This iconic museum in the heart of Amsterdam is a must-visit for any culture lover. The Rijksmuseum houses more than 8,000 works of art from Dutch and European history, including masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh.

So much fine art in one place. Spent all day there and still didn't see it all! Really impressive and definitely a must visit in amsterdam.

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Downtown Amsterdam

You’ll find the Rijksmuseum on the Museumplein in downtown Amsterdam. Close to the city’s historic canals and shops and just 20 minutes’ walk from the Anne Frank house. Mix city buzz with chill time at the Rijks.

Familiar faces

What makes the Rijksmuseum one of the world’s most famous museums is the fame of the masterpieces in its collection. Like The Milkmaid by Vermeer, Self-portrait by Van Gogh, The Merry Family by Jan Steen and Rembrandt’s Night Watch. But so many other pieces in the collection could take you by surprise and capture your imagination. Like Breitner’s Girl in a White Kimono and the Asian Pavilion. No matter how old you are, or where you’re from, you’ll discover something new at the Rijksmuseum.

Absolutely beautiful. The art, the grounds and the audio tour are wonderful. If you're in Amsterdam, don't miss this

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See and do

There’s something for everyone at the Rijksmuseum. From guided tours to family games, workshops and theatre programmes. If you’re visiting for the first time, how about taking The best of the Rijksmuseum tour? During school holidays, we arrange special activities for young people, like an Escape Game.

See what’s coming up

Live: Operation Night Watch

The Rijksmuseum is using the very latest technology to research and treat the Night Watch. Because Rembrandt’s masterpiece is the most prominent painting in the Gallery of Honour, we’ve chosen to restore it right there on site. Not behind closed doors, but in the Night Watch gallery for all to see. Visitors can watch the researchers at work live. In the museum or online. We call it Operation Night Watch.

Do you want to watch too?

Top Attractions

  • The Gallery of Honour with masterpieces by Vermeer and Rembrandt, Frans Hals, Jan Steen.
  • The Milkmaid and the Night Watch
  • The collection of doll’s houses, model ships and armoury
  • The Cuypers Library, the oldest and biggest collection of art history books in the Netherlands.
See what is inside the museum

Tips

  • Download the Rijksmuseum app for special tours and smart routes.

  • Book your ticket online and choose your own time slot.

  • Short of time? You can easily see the museum highlights in an hour.

  • Book a guided tour. for yourself or your group.

  • Enjoy a high tea in The Café before or after your visit.
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Book your tickets for the Rijksmuseum online

Select your tickets

Entrance adult

€22.50

Entrance ages 18 and under

Free

Entrance EYCA

€11.25

I already have a ticket/voucher

Free

Select this option if you already have a valid ticket such as an E-ticket, I amsterdam City Card, VriendenLoterij VIP ticket, GoCity, KOG membership card, KVVAK, Rembrandt Association (Vereniging Rembrandt), or if you are accompanying a visitor with a disability. If you have a pass, be sure to bring the pass with you during your visit. It will be checked at the entrance.

You are required to reserve a starting time.

For employees of our partners, a free employee access arrangement applies. If you have any questions, you can also check directly with your employer.

For holders of an ICOM or ICOMOS-card, it is not necessary to reserve a start time. However, please bring the physical card with you during your visit, as it will be checked at the entrance.

Entrance Netherlands Museum Pass

Free

Choose this option only if you hold a Museum Card. You can book 1 ticket per Museum Card. All visitors are required to book a time slot. Please do not book more time slots than you need.

Please note

These are not tickets for the Vermeer exhibition!

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Total

Daily 9 to 17h
Free for ages 18 and under
Fun for kids from age 4

Prices

  • Adults: €22,50
  • Free for 18 and under
  • Free for Friends

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Start time

A visit starts with a start time. You can book one here.

Only Friends of the museum can come when they want without making a booking.

Address

Museumstraat 1
1071 XX Amsterdam

Floorplan

What can you find where?

Accessibility

Wheelchair access
Guide dogs allowed
Lifts on every floor

CASHLESS

In the whole museum you can only pay with your favourite digital payment method or credit card. This applies to all shops and catering outlets.

FAQ

Free cloak room
Photography allowed
Free WiFi

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The Standard Bearer

To be seen from 16 June

The Threatened Swan The Threatened Swan

The Threatened Swan, Jan Asselijn, c. 1650

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The Night Watch Militia Company of District II under the Command of Captain Frans Banninck Cocq The Night Watch Militia Company of District II under the Command of Captain Frans Banninck Cocq

The Night Watch Militia Company of District II under the Command of Captain Frans Banninck Cocq, Rembrandt van Rijn, 1642

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Zelfportret van Van Gogh Zelfportret van Van Gogh

Self-portrait, Van Gogh

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De voorhal De voorhal

The Great hall

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Self-portrait, Rembrandt

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Gallery of Honour

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Cuypers Library

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View of Houses in Delft, Known as ‘The Little Street’ View of Houses in Delft, Known as ‘The Little Street’

View of Houses in Delft, Known as ‘The Little Street’, Johannes Vermeer, c. 1658

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Highlights

Practical info

Visitors info

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Explore with the family

Everything you need to know for a visit with children