Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets, Amsterdam
Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets, Amsterdam
Duration: 8 hours
8 hours
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Explore Dutch art and history with your Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets in Amsterdam, where you'll admire world-famous works spanning from the Middle Ages onward. Begin by heading to the museum's entrance, present your ticket, and enjoy a quick security check before delving into its galleries on your own schedule. The Rijksmuseum is renowned as the national museum of the Netherlands for its outstanding collection of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces housed in an impressive 19th-century building.
Explore Dutch art and history with your Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets in Amsterdam, where you'll admire world-famous works spanning from the Middle Ages onward. Begin by heading to the museum's entrance, present your ticket, and enjoy a quick security check before delving into its galleries on your own schedule. The Rijksmuseum is renowned as the national museum of the Netherlands for its outstanding collection of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces housed in an impressive 19th-century building.
At the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, explore over 8,000 objects that trace Dutch cultural history from the Middle Ages through to the 20th century.
Witness masterpieces like Rembrandt’s The Night Watch and Van Gogh’s self-portrait along with creations by Frans Hals, Jan Steen, and Judith Leyster at this renowned museum.
Explore galleries featuring a rich array of Dutch Golden Age paintings, decorative arts, sculptures, artifacts including Delftware, and intricate ship models.
Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets
Unlimited access to both permanent and temporary exhibits at the Rijksmuseum
A 2-hour guided tour of The Rijksmuseum, featuring highlights from the Dutch Golden Age (as per option selected)
Guidance by an English-speaking guide for a detailed exploration (as per option selected)
Audio guides available in multiple languages including Dutch Sign Language and Mandarin Chinese (as per option selected)
A 75-min Amsterdam canal cruise offering scenic views of iconic locations like The Milkmaid (as per option selected)
Boarding at the pier adjacent to The Rijksmuseum for your canal journey (as per option selected)
Choice of two drinks including beer and coffee during your tour experience (as per option selected)
Individual Costs
Rijksmuseum exterior with visitors, Amsterdam, part of Skip The Line Combo City Canal Cruise tour.
Your Experience at the Rijksmuseum
The Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam invites you on a journey through Dutch art and history, beginning with entry to its renowned galleries. Here, visitors can admire world-famous artworks that span from the Middle Ages onward.
Getting Started
Your adventure begins at the museum's entrance where your Rijksmuseum Entry Tickets are presented for a quick security check before you dive into exploring the diverse collections on display.
What to Expect
Located in an impressive 19th-century building, The Rijksmuseum stands as the national museum of the Netherlands. It is celebrated for its exceptional collection that highlights Dutch Golden Age masterpieces and offers a complete look at Dutch art, culture, and history.
Features
- Celebrated artworks: Witness iconic pieces such as Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s The Milkmaid, and Vincent van Gogh’s self-portrait.
- Dutch craftsmanship: Explore the museum's collection of Delftware, period furniture, and historic ship models that illustrate Dutch maritime heritage.
- Rotating exhibitions: Explore temporary exhibits focusing on specific artists or themes from both Dutch and international art history.
Extras Available at the Rijksmuseum
- Multilingual audio tour: Enhance your experience with a self-guided multilingual audio guide that offers detailed insights into key artworks.
- Canal cruise adventure: Start an exciting 75-minute canal cruise around Amsterdam’s picturesque waterways, complete with an informative audio guide.
- Expert-led guided tour: Gain a richer understanding of the museum's highlights through a knowledgeable expert-guided tour that provides historical context.
- Café experience: Enjoy two drinks—beer, wine, soft drinks, coffee, or tea—at your leisure before or after exploring The Rijksmuseum.
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.
- Pets are prohibited from joining this experience.
Flash photography inside the museum is strictly forbidden.
Accessibility
- The facility accommodates wheelchair users and prams/strollers without issue.
Certified guide dogs have access to the museum premises.
Additional information
- You may enter up to 15 minutes past your ticket's designated time, staying until closing if desired.
- A free companion ticket is available for those needing assistance; collect it at cash register 1.
- Cashless transactions are required in the museum’s cafés and shops—cash payments aren't accepted.
- Only handbags no larger than A4 size can be brought inside. Larger bags, umbrellas, etc., should go to the cloakroom.
- Tickets must be used for their specific date and time slot; changes are not permitted. Late arrivals or no-shows may lose entry rights with no refunds or rescheduling options.
- If you anticipate a late arrival, consult Rijksmuseum staff at the entrance—they might assist based on availability but cannot guarantee entry.
- The Amsterdam canal cruise begins boarding near the museum’s pier for its 75-minute journey.
Your drink vouchers are valid only in the Rijksmuseum Café or coffee corners, excluding 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.
Plan ahead and arrive early at the museum entrance with your ticket ready for a smooth start to your visit.
If you're interested in guided tours or additional activities like canal cruises, consider selecting these options beforehand to enhance your experience.
Ensure accessibility needs are met by noting that wheelchair users and prams/strollers can easily navigate the museum's facilities.
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- Closed on 27th Apr 2026 and 25th Dec 2026.
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