Visit the Rijksmuseum
The Museum of Vermeer, Van Gogh and Rembrandt
Looking for things to do in Amsterdam? Don’t miss the iconic Rijksmuseum, the most famous museum in The Netherlands and a highlight of any visit to the city.
National Museum of the Netherlands
The Rijksmuseum moves you through more than 8,000 works of Dutch art and history. It’s the national museum of the Netherlands, set in a breathtaking historic building surrounded by a peaceful garden you can visit for free. From Rembrandt’s Night Watch to masterpieces by Vermeer, Van Gogh, and Jan Steen, this is where Dutch history comes to life.
In the heart of Amsterdam
Whether you're spending a weekend in the city or just a few hours, the Rijksmuseum is easy to combine with other top Amsterdam activities. The museum is located just a 10-minute walk from the canals and shopping streets. You’ll find the museum on the Museumplein in downtown Amsterdam. It is right next to the Van Gogh Museum and just a 20 minutes’ walk from the Anne Frank house.
Why visit the Rijksmuseum?
- The largest museum in the Netherlands
- World class art in an iconic historical building
- The biggest collection of paintings by Rembrandt van Rijn, including his famous Night Watch
- Busy city trip? You can easily see the highlights in an hour
- Open daily in the heart of Amsterdam
Lovely experience in beautiful building with Rembrandt, Van Gogh and Jan Steen as well as many other interesting art. A great way to spend a morning.
Get your guide, ★★★★★
Tickets
- €25
- Free for ages 18 and under and with ICOM
- Tickets are available at the museum entrance, while stocks last. However we advise you to buy your tickets online in advance to ensure your visit.
Don’t miss it! Book your official tickets in time and experience the best of Amsterdam in one unforgettable visit.
Our highlights
Frequently Asked Questions
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We open our doors for you every day of the year from 9am to 5pm, including all public holidays.
The Rijksmuseum shop and The Café are open from 9 am to 6 pm. They are accessible only with a museum entrance ticket until 5 pm. Between 5 pm and 6 pm, you can enter without an entrance ticket.
RIJKS restaurant is open for lunch from Wednesday to Sunday and for dinner from Tuesday to Sunday. The Rijksmuseum gardens are open from 9 am to 6 pm.
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As long as you like, until closing at 5pm.
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Usually, there are fewer people in the museum before 11 am and after 3:30 pm. The relatively quiet days are Tuesday and Wednesday.
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If you want to visit the museum at another time, you can but we do recommend that you indicate this at least two up to five working days before the visit date. Otherwise, we may not be able to answer your question in time.
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Yes, it is possible to cancel free tickets. However, please note that paid tickets are non-refundable. We advise our visitors to carefully select their preferred visit date when purchasing tickets