Rijksmuseum Tours & Tickets

10 Best Rijksmuseum Tours & Discount Tickets

Rijksmuseum, also known as the museum of Netherlands is a Dutch National Museum known for its display of famous works from the Dutch golden age. The architectural build is magnificent, as well as its interior designs and displays. On Rijksmuseum tours, visitors will be exposed to beautiful arts and cultural heritage and they can also explore the rich history of the landmark. Gift stores, food shops and other spots can be found in the Museum, for other interesting functions and visitors will have a great time touring with the right agency. The museum has an average of 2.3 yearly visitors, who come around to explore its vast collections of masterpieces.

Guided tours in Rijksmuseum enables visitors to explore the site's history and amazing art collections with the assistance of an experienced tour guide. On private tours in Rijksmuseum, visitors are assured of great touring experiences as they explore the museum at their own pace. Several tickets are available for different touring options including; skip the line tickets in Rijksmuseum, fast track tickets, private tour tickets, walking tour tickets in Rijksmuseum and more. With skip the line privileges, visitors will enjoy immediate access into the museum, without having to wait in line with the crowd. You can buy online tickets for amazing deals, and get discount tickets and other affordable offers from Tripindicator.

The standard tickets for entry into Rijksmuseum are displayed below based on carefully combined tour tickets by our Tripindicator tour experts for tourists to enjoy their visit to Rijksmuseum.

Tickets to the Rijksmuseum for anyone under 18 are free!

If you intend to visit only the permanent collection, you do not need to book a time slot. If you wish to see whatever temporary exhibition is on show, you must book a time slot. The Rijksmuseum is renowned for its temporary exhibitions and there is usually no additional charge to see them

Rijksmuseum Ticket Prices

Adults Ticket: €20
Holders of EYCA Ticket: €10
Children aged: Free admission
Friends of the Rijksmuseum: Free admission

Rijksmuseum guided tour costs $5,00 and is only available on Saturday and Sunday.

Free Rijksmuseum Ticket

Children under 18 are entitled to free entry to the Rijksmuseum but they must have a printed e-ticket with barcode to enter.

Free entry to the Rijksmuseum is possible with one of the following Amsterdam cards or benefits:

  • Museumkaart holders
  • I Amsterdam City Card holders
  • Members of ICOM , ICOMOS, The Rembrandt Association (Vereniging Rembrandt) , KOG, Stadspas, VVAK and BankGiro Lottery VIP-Card

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Rijksmuseum Private VIP Tour of Mannheimer James Bond story with Art Historian

1. Rijksmuseum Private VIP Tour of Mannheimer James Bond story with Art Historian

clock Duration: 2 hours
  • Rijksmuseum is the National Museum of the Netherlands, exhibiting works of art by famous artists, everyday items and diverse artifacts.
  • The two-hour tour of the Rijksmuseum introduces paintings by famous Dutch masters, such as Rembrandt and Hals.
  • An advice on how to avoid long queuing in order to join the guided tour.
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Rijksmuseum Ticket Skip-the-Line

2. Rijksmuseum Ticket Skip-the-Line

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  • An opportunity to see original Dutch artefacts at the National Museum of the Netherlands.
  • A time saving option for visiting one of the best museums in the country.
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Expert Led Tour of the Rijksmuseum with Tickets

3. Expert Led Tour of the Rijksmuseum with Tickets

clock Duration: 2 hours 30
  • 2 hours and a half guided tour with an expert through the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
  • Explanation about the artworks of Dutch Golden Age, including Rembrandt and Vermeer.
  • Visit to one of the world's great museums.
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Private Tour: Amsterdam Rembrandt Art Walking Tour Including Rijksmuseum

4. Private Tour: Amsterdam Rembrandt Art Walking Tour Including Rijksmuseum

clock Duration: 4 hours
  • The guided tour covers points of interest in Amsterdam that closely relate to life and work of Rembrandt, one of the greatest Dutch and world painters.
  • This is a private guided tour completely customizable according to interests and needs of the participants.
  • The guided tour introduces maestro's top works of art, including The
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Amsterdam 75-minute Highlights Canal Cruise and Rijksmuseum

5. Amsterdam 75-minute Highlights Canal Cruise and Rijksmuseum

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  • A super saver combi ticket for a 1 hour canal boat trip and single entry to the Rijksmuseum.
  • Satisfy your inner culture vulture with works of art plus canals and architecture.
  • Use these tickets on the same day, or different days, it\'s up to you.
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Rijksmuseum & Van Gogh Museum Exclusive Guided Tour (Reserved Entry Included!)

6. Rijksmuseum & Van Gogh Museum Exclusive Guided Tour (Reserved Entry Included!)

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  • Private tour through Amsterdam's best museums.
  • Perfect introduction to Van Gogh and artist of the Dutch Golden Age.
  • Five-hour private guided tour.
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Amsterdam Rembrandt Private Walking Tour with Rijksmuseum

7. Amsterdam Rembrandt Private Walking Tour with Rijksmuseum

clock Duration: 4 hours
  • The 17th century is called the 'Golden Age'. The new born Republic of the Netherlands was extremely wealthy and its citizens were very confident. The painting industry was booming. More than 5 million paintings have been made during the Golden Age, more than anywhere else in that period. Some of the painters are now world famous, e.g. Rembrandt,...
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Skip-the-line | Private Rijksmuseum tour Amsterdam

8. Skip-the-line | Private Rijksmuseum tour Amsterdam

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  • Join your very own personal, professional art historian as they take you around the Rijksmuseum for an in-depth look at its incredible collection. Your exclusive tour will focus on the collection from the 17th century - the Golden Age of Amsterdam. This particular period saw the development of a visionary art market the likes of which had never...
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Rijksmuseum: Old Masters and the Golden Age

9. Rijksmuseum: Old Masters and the Golden Age

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  • The 17th century in the Netherlands is known for its significant economic and cultural changes: moving from Catholicism to Protestantism, becoming an independent republic and etc. Suddenly, Dutch trade, military, science, and art were among the most acclaimed in the world.

    Would you like to dive into the Golden Age and find out more about...
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Entrance to the Amsterdam Rijksmuseum & Amsterdam Self-Guided City Tours

10. Entrance to the Amsterdam Rijksmuseum & Amsterdam Self-Guided City Tours

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  • Visit Amsterdam’s grandest museum with its staggering collection of artworks and artefacts. Enjoy the world-famous masterpieces, such as Rembrandt's "Night Watch" or Vermeer’s "Milkmaid".

    It's not just paintings – the museum also has sculptures, an exhibition of clothing and weapons, and one of the finest libraries you'll ever...
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FAQs about Rijksmuseum

What are the Rijksmuseum's Opening Hours?

The Rijksmuseum is open 365 days a year. The museum is open during all public holidays including Christmas Day and New Year's Day.

Opening hours are 9.00am to 5.00pm every day.

Visitors without a ticket can also visit the Rijksmuseum Gardens, Shop and Cafe from 9.00am to 6.00pm every day.

How to get to the Rijksmuseum

The Rijksmuseum's address is as follows:
Rijksmuseum
Museumstraat 1
1071 XX Amsterdam
Telephone: +31 (0) 20 6747 000

There are many ways to get to the Rijksmuseum using public transport within Amsterdam.

Tram

Amsterdam runs on rails and most people get around the city using trams. The Rijksmuseum is accessible from two tram stops, "Rijksmuseum" and "Spiegelgracht"

For Rijksmuseum

  • take the 2 or 12 from Central Station
  • the 5 from Zuid Station
  • or the 12 from Amstel station

For Spiegelgracht

  • take the 19 from Sloterdijk
  • or the 1,7 or 19 from Weesperplein.

Bus

Amsterdam has a decent bus network.

For the Rijksmuseum bus stop

  • Take the 288 from Marnixstraat regional bus station
  • Or the 397 from Schipol Amsterdam Airport.

Car

Driving in Amsterdam is not usually recommended because the city is set up for cyclists and public transport users.

However, if you do drive there are a few parking spaces close to the Rijksmuseum. There is also a car park beneath Museumplein known as Q-Park.

Getting Around the Rijksmuseum

The Rijksmuseum is made up of two large squares, each with its own atrium. The two buildings are connected by a central tunnel which is where you will find the museum entrances, one on the ground floor and one on the first.

The main building was at least partially closed for almost ten years between 1993 and 2013 when it underwent a huge $375 million renovation. As with any large museum, it's a good idea to download and familiarize yourself with the Rijksmuseum floor plan before your trip. Download the Rijksmuseum floor plan here.

The Rijksmuseum has four floors:

Floor 0
Floor 0
This is the basement floor of the museum and the location of the main entrance atrium. Almost everyone enters the building this way so the very large atrium can still feel crowded. The basement collections include the Middle Ages and Special Collections (rooms 0.1-0.6). You can also access the recently opened Asian Pavilion from this floor.

Floor 1
Floor 1
The ground floor of the Rijksmuseum connects all four corners of the museum. The ground floor is home to the 18th and 19th century galleries (1.1 - 1.18).

Floor 2
Floor 2
The first floor galleries are made up of the 17th century collection and house the majority of the museum's masterpieces. The Gallery of Honor is located on the first floor with The Night Watch at its center.

Floor 3
Floor 3
The second floor houses a small but interesting collection of 20th century work.

 

Plan Your Trip to the Rijksmuseum


The Best Way to Book Your Ticket to the Rijksmuseum

Always buy your ticket to the Rijksmuseum in advance.

Buy either a single ticket from the museum website or consider one of the many combination ticket/museums passes and city passes available. Print your ticket in case your phone battery dies or you cannot connect to data in Amsterdam.

All tickets to temporary exhibitions are timed-entry. Arrive at least fifteen minutes in advance of your slot to avoid missing it. The Rijksmuseum only allows a certain number of people into the museum at a time. Even with a time-slot ticket it is possible you will have to wait for others to leave before you can enter.

The only way to completely skip all line-ups and gain immediate admission to the Rijksmuseum is by purchasing a tour.

Tours cost $5 and can be added to your ticket when purchasing online and in person. The tour gives your priority access to the building and a knowledgeable guide who knows exactly how and when to get you in front of the masterpieces you want to see.

The Best Time to Visit the Rijksmuseum

As the most visited art museum in the Netherlands, the Rijksmuseum is always busy.

Avoid visiting during school holidays, public holidays and weekends, if you can. As the museum is open 365 days per year, days when children are off school and adults are off work experience very high visitor numbers.

Do visit outside of peak periods. Visit Amsterdam during the winter months when there are fewer tourists overall. Do not go to the museum during peak midday hours between 11am and 3pm.

Either arrive as close to the 9am opening time as you can, or visit later in the day around 3pm. The last admission to the gallery is 4.30pm