Explore Dutch art and history with entry to the Rijksmuseum and admire world-famous works spanning from the Middle Ages onward.
Getting started
Begin your visit by heading to the Rijksmuseum entrance and presenting your ticket. After a quick security check, enter the museum and explore the galleries at your own pace.
What to expect
The Rijksmuseum is the national museum of the Netherlands, renowned for its outstanding collection of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces. Housed in a grand 19th-century building, the museum offers a deep dive into Dutch art, culture, and history.
Features
Works by Dutch masters: See iconic artworks including Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s The Milkmaid, and Vincent van Gogh’s self-portrait.
Decorative arts: Explore finely crafted Delftware, period furniture, and historic ship models that reflect Dutch craftsmanship and maritime heritage.
Temporary exhibitions: Discover rotating exhibitions that spotlight specific artists, themes, or periods from Dutch and international art history.
Extras
Audio-guided tour: Enhance your visit with a self-guided multilingual audio tour offering deeper insights into key artworks.
Amsterdam canal cruise: See the city from a new perspective on a scenic 75-minute canal cruise through Amsterdam’s waterways, with an audio guide.
Guided tour: Dive deeper into the museum’s highlights with an expert-led guided tour for richer historical context.
2 drinks: Choose from beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, or tea to enjoy before or after your Rijksmuseum visit.
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Pets are not allowed on this experience.
Flash photography is not permitted inside the museum.
The museum is fully accessible for wheelchair users and prams/strollers.
Certified guide dogs are allowed inside the museum.
Entry is permitted up to 15 minutes after the time shown on your ticket. You may remain inside the museum until closing.
Visitors who need assistance navigating the museum may bring one companion free of charge. A companion ticket can be collected at cash register 1.
The museum’s cafés and shops operate cashless and do not accept cash payments.
Only handbags no larger than A4 size are allowed inside. Larger bags, umbrellas, and similar items must be stored in the cloakroom.
Tickets are valid only for the selected date and time slot and cannot be changed. Late arrivals or no-shows may forfeit entry, refunds, or rescheduling.
If you expect to arrive late, please speak with Rijksmuseum staff at the entrance. While entry cannot be guaranteed, assistance may be provided subject to availability.
Boarding for the 75-minute Amsterdam canal cruise takes place at the pier near the Rijksmuseum.
Note: Your drinks are only valid at the Rijksmuseum Café or one of the coffee corners. This offer is not valid at the RIJKS Restaurant.
This activity is non-refundable and cannot be cancelled. Variant-specific cancellation policies may apply.
