Rijksmuseum
The Dutch National Museum, or Rijksmuseum, is a grand four floor museum which leads visitors on an exciting chronological journey through the art and history of the Netherlands. The story of the country is told from an interesting international perspective so patrons get unique experience as they walk through history.
The museum’s main building was recently closed for a period of ten years, but the reopening was a magnificent event and the facility is now better equipped to serve the many tourists who make the trip to learn about Dutch history. The museum’s collection has over one million objects, about 8000 of which are on display there at any given time. Included in this collection are works by famous people such as Johannes Vermeer and Rembrandt.
There are many beautiful exhibits, but it is important to remember that only photography that does not use a flash is permitted.
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| Visit the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam and learn about Dutch history |
There are many beautiful exhibits, but it is important to remember that only photography that does not use a flash is permitted.
This museum is very family friendly, and interesting for visitors of any age. There are even specific tours available that are geared towards families with younger children, to make it exciting for the kids. The guided tour does have a small extra fee, but it includes interactive experiments, stories, and props that everyone is sure to love. And, for those who are looking for a more in depth or educational experience, there are other specific guided tours available as well. Some of the tours focus on specific centuries of history, and some take guests through the highlights of the exhibits. One tour is even focused on the outdoor portion of the museum which has its own unique perspective on the Dutch history and art. There is always more to learn and discover.
Tickets can be purchased online, so to save a little bit of time waiting in line, visit their website and buy them in advance. This will probably save twenty to thirty minutes so there is more time to enjoy the exhibits. And, since tickets can be used for any day up to one year after the date of purchase, they can be bought and then worked in to the trip schedule easily.