Rijksmuseum

Discover the Netherlands’ National Museum

The Rijksmuseum is the largest art museum in the Netherlands and is home to an extraordinary collection of internationally renowned works by celebrated masters including Vincent van Gogh, Johannes Vermeer, Frans Hals, and Rembrandt van Rijn. Through an impressive combination of artworks and historical artefacts, the Netherlands’ national museum takes visitors on a fascinating journey through 800 years of Dutch art and history.

Its vast collection comprises more than one million objects, with approximately 8,000 works on display at any given time, including paintings, sculptures, and historical artefacts dating from around 1200 to the present day. Among the museum’s most celebrated masterpieces are Rembrandt’s The Night Watch (1642), Vermeer’s The Milkmaid (1647), and Van Gogh’s self-portrait from 1887.

Explore One of Amsterdam’s Cultural Highlights

The Rijksmuseum offers an extraordinary journey through Dutch art and history, from the Middle Ages to Mondrian. Beyond its celebrated paintings, the museum also features fascinating collections of dollhouses, model ships, and armour. Another highlight is the Cuypers Library, the largest and oldest art-history library in the Netherlands.

Visitors, students, and art historians are all welcome to explore the library and discover further insights into the museum’s extensive collection.

The present-day Rijksmuseum building was designed by Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers and first opened in 1885. It has been recognised as a national heritage site since 1970. Following its most recent renovation, the museum beautifully combines historic architecture with contemporary design, creating a seamless connection between the past and present. The impressive atrium features a high glass ceiling and spacious modern interiors, complemented by the building’s distinctive traditional red-brick walls.

Book Your Rijksmuseum Amsterdam Tickets

The Rijksmuseum is one of Amsterdam’s essential cultural attractions. Book your Rijksmuseum tickets online and make sure this remarkable museum is part of your Amsterdam itinerary.

Escape the lively atmosphere of the city centre and spend a relaxing afternoon surrounded by some of history’s most celebrated and influential masterpieces. With so much to discover, you could easily spend an entire day exploring the museum, making a morning visit an ideal way to experience its extensive collections.

The Rijksmuseum is located in the heart of Amsterdam’s Museumplein, alongside the Stedelijk Museum and Van Gogh Museum. The nearby Royal Concertgebouw is also located in the area and is widely regarded as one of the world’s leading concert halls.

Book your Rijksmuseum tickets today and uncover the remarkable art, history, and cultural treasures of the Netherlands!