Rijksmuseum · Amsterdam: visitor guide

Museumplein · Art · Dutch history

Amsterdam's major art museum deserves an unhurried visit. Its historic building brings together paintings, decorative arts and everyday objects. On a first visit, choosing a few galleries that interest you is more rewarding than trying to see everything.

Museumstraat 1, Amsterdam

Daily 9am–5pm

Ticketed

Ticketed; adult €25. Reserve an arrival time on the official site and check age/pass concessions.

At opening

Suggested: 2–3 hours

What to do here

• Start in the Gallery of Honour, then spend time with the collections and architectural details that interest you.

Getting there

• Use public transport to the Museumplein area and walk; check current routes and stops with GVB.

Photo: Trougnouf (Benoit Brummer) · CC BY 4.0