Towers, windows and reliefs on the brick façade of the Rijksmuseum under a cloudy sky.

Rijksmuseum

Rembrandt and Vermeer share space with objects from Dutch history at the Rijksmuseum; choosing a few rooms before going in beats chasing everything.

  • Museums
  • Suggested time:2.5 to 3 hours
  • Area:Museumplein

About Rijksmuseum

You might arrive thinking only of The Night Watch by Rembrandt, and end up lingering in front of Vermeer's The Milkmaid. The Rijksmuseum brings together Dutch art and history in a building that also deserves attention. These works help you choose a path for your first visit.

Find your favorite pieces on the map and leave room for unexpected encounters. Since the itinerary includes the Van Gogh Museum, take a break for lunch; if you study every brushstroke, pick one museum and save the other for your next trip.

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  • Before you go looking for brushstrokes inside, the Rijksmuseum already offers details to admire from outside.Photo: Detmold · Licença Pixabay · original

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