Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets
Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets
Duration: 8 hours
8 hours
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Experience Dutch art and history with entry to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, where you can admire world-famous works from the Middle Ages onward. Begin your visit by heading to the museum entrance, presenting your ticket for a quick security check, then explore the galleries at your own pace. The national museum of the Netherlands offers an outstanding collection of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces housed in a grand 19th-century building.
Experience Dutch art and history with entry to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, where you can admire world-famous works from the Middle Ages onward. Begin your visit by heading to the museum entrance, presenting your ticket for a quick security check, then explore the galleries at your own pace. The national museum of the Netherlands offers an outstanding collection of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces housed in a grand 19th-century building.
Explore Dutch cultural history through over 8,000 objects spanning from the Middle Ages to the 20th century at the Rijksmuseum.
Admire Rembrandt’s The Night Watch and Van Gogh’s self-portrait, alongside works by celebrated artists such as Frans Hals, Jan Steen, and Judith Leyster.
Wander through galleries showcasing Dutch Golden Age paintings, decorative arts, sculpture, and artifacts, including Delftware and detailed ship models.
Upgrade your visit with a choice of 2 drinks, an expert-led guided tour, a self-guided audio tour, or a 75-minute Amsterdam canal cruise that combines city views with commentary for an unforgettable experience.
Entry to the Rijksmuseum
Access to all permanent collections and temporary exhibitions
2-hour guided tour of the Rijksmuseum (as per option selected)
English-speaking guide (as per option selected)
Multilingual audio guide in Dutch, Dutch Sign Language, English, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Russian and Mandarin Chinese (as per option selected)
75-min Amsterdam canal cruise (as per option selected)
Boarding from the pier near the Rijksmuseum (as per option selected)
2 drinks of your choice from beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, or tea (as per option selected)
Rijksmuseum exterior with visitors, Amsterdam, part of Skip The Line Combo City Canal Cruise tour.
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
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Works by Dutch masters: See iconic artworks including Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s The Milkmaid, and Vincent van Gogh’s self-portrait.
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Decorative arts: Explore finely crafted Delftware, period furniture, and historic ship models that reflect Dutch craftsmanship and maritime heritage.
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Temporary exhibitions: Discover rotating exhibitions that spotlight specific artists, themes, or periods from Dutch and international art history.
Extras
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Audio-guided tour: Enhance your visit with a self-guided multilingual audio tour offering deeper insights into key artworks.
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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.
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Guided tour: Dive deeper into the museum’s highlights with an expert-led guided tour for richer historical context.
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2 drinks: Choose from beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, or tea to enjoy before or after your Rijksmuseum visit.
Visitors viewing a large painting at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
Visitors exploring exhibits in the Rijksmuseum library, Amsterdam.
Rijksmuseum exterior with visitors, Amsterdam, part of Skip The Line Combo City Canal Cruise tour.
Visitors viewing a large painting at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
Visitors exploring exhibits in the Rijksmuseum library, Amsterdam.
Visitors viewing Vermeer's "The Milkmaid" at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
What’s not allowed
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Pets are not allowed on this experience.
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Flash photography is not permitted inside the museum.
Accessibility
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The museum is fully accessible for wheelchair users and prams/strollers.
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Certified guide dogs are allowed inside the museum.
Additional information
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Entry is permitted up to 15 minutes after the time shown on your ticket. You may remain inside the museum until closing.
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Visitors who need assistance navigating the museum may bring one companion free of charge. A companion ticket can be collected at cash register 1.
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The museum’s cafés and shops operate cashless and do not accept cash payments.
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Only handbags no larger than A4 size are allowed inside. Larger bags, umbrellas, and similar items must be stored in the cloakroom.
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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.
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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.
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Boarding for the 75-minute Amsterdam canal cruise takes place at the pier near the Rijksmuseum.
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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.
Rijksmuseum 17th century gallery with paintings and sculptures on display.
Visitors viewing Rembrandt's "Self-portrait as the Apostle Paul" at a museum exhibit.
Visitors viewing Vermeer's "The Milkmaid" at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
Rijksmuseum 17th century gallery with paintings and sculptures on display.
Visitors viewing Rembrandt's "Self-portrait as the Apostle Paul" at a museum exhibit.
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Operating hours
Rijksmuseum
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Rembrandt House
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