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Step inside Amsterdam’s premier museum and explore over 400 masterpieces by Dutch masters at your own pace.
Step inside Amsterdam’s premier museum and explore over 400 masterpieces by Dutch masters at your own pace.
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16% off
Seamlessly pair a deep dive into the Dutch Golden Age with a glass-top canal cruise in just a few hours with a single ticket.
Seamlessly pair a deep dive into the Dutch Golden Age with a glass-top canal cruise in just a few hours with a single ticket.
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Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
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Amsterdam Canal Cruise
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Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
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Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
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Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam Canal Cruise
Explore the Rijksmuseum’s masterpieces in detail with a small-group guided tour led by an expert guide.
Explore the Rijksmuseum’s masterpieces in detail with a small-group guided tour led by an expert guide.
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19% off
Pair Rembrandt’s masterpieces with Holland’s iconic tulips for the ultimate Dutch heritage day.
Pair Rembrandt’s masterpieces with Holland’s iconic tulips for the ultimate Dutch heritage day.
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Rijksmuseum
Keukenhof
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Keukenhof
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Keukenhof
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Rijksmuseum
Keukenhof
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Rijksmuseum
Keukenhof
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Rijksmuseum
Keukenhof
10% off
Explore Dutch masterpieces at both the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk Museum—just a few steps apart—with a single combo ticket.
Explore Dutch masterpieces at both the Rijksmuseum and the Stedelijk Museum—just a few steps apart—with a single combo ticket.
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Stedelijk Museum
Rijksmuseum
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Stedelijk Museum
Rijksmuseum
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Stedelijk Museum
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Stedelijk Museum
Rijksmuseum
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Stedelijk Museum
Rijksmuseum
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Stedelijk Museum
Rijksmuseum
Make the most of your visit to the Rijksmuseum with an audio guide and explore Dutch Golden Age artworks at your own pace.
Make the most of your visit to the Rijksmuseum with an audio guide and explore Dutch Golden Age artworks at your own pace.
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20% off
Travel from Golden Age classics to rebellious Banksy art in Amsterdam’s best museum combo.
Travel from Golden Age classics to rebellious Banksy art in Amsterdam’s best museum combo.
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Moco Museum Amsterdam
Rijksmuseum
Moco Museum Amsterdam and Rijksmuseum
Moco Museum Amsterdam and Rijksmuseum
Rijksmuseum
Moco Museum Amsterdam
Moco Museum Amsterdam and Rijksmuseum
Moco Museum
Rijksmuseum
Moco Museum Amsterdam
Capture unforgettable memories with a professional photoshoot in front of the Rijksmuseum after your visit.
Capture unforgettable memories with a professional photoshoot in front of the Rijksmuseum after your visit.
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11% off
Discover timeless art at Rijksmuseum, then flip perspective at Europe’s quirkiest museum.
Discover timeless art at Rijksmuseum, then flip perspective at Europe’s quirkiest museum.
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The Upside Down Amsterdam
Rijksmuseum
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The Upside Down Amsterdam
Upside Down Museum + Rijksmuseum
Upside Down Museum
Rijksmuseum
5% off
Unlock Dutch masterpieces and explore Amsterdam with unlimited city transport in one combo.
Unlock Dutch masterpieces and explore Amsterdam with unlimited city transport in one combo.
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Amsterdam GVB Pass
Rijksmuseum
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Amsterdam GVB Pass
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Amsterdam GVB Pass
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Go for: Guided tour
Duration: Around 2 hours
Guide: Professional guide
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Go for: Professional shoot tour
Duration: 15-45 minutes
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Go for: Combo tour
Duration: Flexible
Guide: Both audio guide and professional guide
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Opening hours: 9am to 5pm everyday
Cuypers Library & Research Library: 10am to 5pm (closed on Sunday)
Shop & Cafe: 9am to 6pm (all days)
RIJKS Restaurant:
Rijks Gardens: 9am to 6pm
Best Time To Visit: The best months to visit the Rijksmuseum is April to September. However, due to its popularity, April, May, and August are the busiest months. Make sure to visit early morning or after 3 PM for a relatively less crowd. If you want to avoid these crowds altogether, you can visit in the winter season.
Know moreAddress: Museumstraat 1, 1071 XX Amsterdam, Netherlands





You can get a quick bite at the Rijks Cafe or grab lunch at the Rijks Restaurant. While the Cafe is open from Monday to Sunday, the Restaurant is only open from Wednesday to Sunday.
Here a few dining options at a walking distance:



The Stedelijk Museum showcases prominent modern and contemporary art and design in Amsterdam. It features works by Picasso, Matisse, Mondrian, Van Gogh, and more.
Explore the Stedelijk Museum
The Van Gogh Museum features the world's most extensive collection of Van Gogh's masterpieces, including "Starry Night," "Sunflowers," and "The Bedroom," along with his letters.
Explore Rembrandt House Museum
The largest science center in the Netherlands, the NEMO Science Museum contains 5 floors of exhibitions dedicated to science. The family-friendly, interactive museum is the perfect spot for visitors of all ages.
Book NEMO Science Museum TicketsYes, the Rijksmuseum offers guided tours in various languages. Audio guides are also available for self-guided tours.
Yes, the Rijksmuseum is fully accessible, with ramps, elevators, and accessible restrooms. Wheelchairs are available for loan at the information desk.
Non-flash photography is permitted in most areas of the museum. However, flash, tripods, and selfie sticks are not allowed. Some special exhibitions may have additional restrictions.
Yes, the Rijksmuseum has a gift shop offering a range of souvenirs, books, prints, and other items related to the museum's collection and Dutch art.
Yes, sketching with pencils is allowed in most areas of the museum, but using paints, inks, or other permanent materials is prohibited.
The Rijksmuseum, designed by Pierre Cuypers, combines Gothic and Renaissance styles. It has intricate facades, a grand atrium, and an impressive library.
Yes, the Rijksmuseum houses lesser-known treasures like the 17th-century Dollhouses, the Asian Pavilion with its serene Eastern art collection, and the Maritime exhibit's intricate ship models.
A small group tour of the Rijksmuseum can take up to 2 hours. This may take longer if you have purchased combo tours to other popular attractions.