Amsterdam, Netherlands

Rijksmuseum — Tickets, Tours & Complete Visitor Guide

Home to Rembrandt's Night Watch and Vermeer's Milkmaid, the Rijksmuseum holds 800 years of Dutch art and history across 80 galleries. Explore one of Europe's finest museums in the heart of Amsterdam's Museumplein.

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Rijksmuseum — Tickets, Tours & Complete Visitor Guide

Top Rijksmuseum Tickets & Tours

Current ticket prices, skip-the-line options, and where to buy online.

Rijksmuseum Entry Ticket
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Rijksmuseum Entry Ticket

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  • €25 per adult
  • All four floors
  • Timed entry window
  • Free under 18
2–3 hrsMulti-language
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Rijksmuseum Guided Tour
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Rijksmuseum Guided Tour

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  • €80-100 per person
  • Smaller group size
  • Priority entry guaranteed
  • 2-hour experience
2 hrsEnglish
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Small-group Tour
Guided Tour

Small-group Tour

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  • €90-95 per person
  • Skip-the-line entry
  • Groups up to 12
  • Wireless headsets included
2 hrsEnglish
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Private Tour
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Private Tour

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  • Five tour types listed
  • Pricing for each
  • Group size varies
  • Combo options included
1.5–2.5 hrsEnglish
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Rijksmuseum & Canal Cruise Combo
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Rijksmuseum & City Canal Cruise

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  • Rijksmuseum timed-entry ticket included
  • 1-hour UNESCO canal cruise
  • Save €5-10 versus separate booking
3–4 hrsEnglish
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I Amsterdam City Card
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I Amsterdam City Card

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  • Rijksmuseum entry included
  • 70+ museums & attractions
  • Unlimited public transport
  • Valid 1–5 days
1–5 daysMulti-language
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Plan Your Rijksmuseum Visit in Amsterdam

Opening hours, best times to visit, and how to get there.

Opening Hours

Opening Hours

The Rijksmuseum is open daily 9am–5pm, including holidays. When to go to skip crowds, the quietest days, how timed entry works, and last admission times.

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Dress Code & Bag Policy

Dress Code & Bag Policy

No formal dress code. Only A4-size bags allowed inside; larger bags stored free.

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Evening Access & Special Events

Evening Access & Special Events

No regular evening hours (9 AM–5 PM daily), but four after-hours experiences available.

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Wheelchair Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessibility

Fully wheelchair accessible with free mobility aids, companion ticket, and Fast Track option.

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Rijksmuseum with Kids

Rijksmuseum with Kids

Taking kids to the Rijksmuseum? Under 18s enter free. Family Quest, Family Route, dolls’ house, best times to go, and tips by age.

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How to Reach the Rijksmuseum

How to Reach the Rijksmuseum

Every route to the Rijksmuseum — from Centraal Station (8–12 min), Schiphol Airport (30 min), and across Amsterdam. Tram, metro, bus, walking, and parking.

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Essential Tips for Visiting the Rijksmuseum

Insider advice to make the most of your museum experience.

🎫 Book your timeslot online — Rijksmuseum uses timed entry tickets. Booking ahead on the official site guarantees your preferred slot and skips the ticket desk queue.
🕐 Arrive early or late — The galleries around the Night Watch are busiest between 11:00 and 14:00. Visit right at opening (9:00) or after 15:00 for a calmer experience.
🎒 Use the free cloakroom — Large bags, umbrellas, and tripods must be checked at the basement cloakroom before entering. Lockers are free but fill up fast on busy days.
🖼️ Don’t miss the library — The Cuypers Library on the first floor is the largest art-history research library in the Netherlands and one of the museum’s most photogenic spaces — yet most visitors walk right past it.
🚲 Cycle through the passage — The tunnel running under the museum between Museumplein and the city centre is open to cyclists and pedestrians 24/7 — a landmark experience even without a ticket.
💳 Museumkaart saves money — If you plan to visit multiple Dutch museums, the Museumkaart covers Rijksmuseum entry and 400+ other museums across the Netherlands for one annual fee.

What to See Inside the Rijksmuseum

Must-see masterpieces, galleries, and highlights you shouldn't miss.

Rembrandt's The Night Watch

Rembrandt's The Night Watch

The Rijksmuseum's most iconic painting: a monumental 1642 group portrait of an Amsterdam militia company displayed in its own purpose-built hall.

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Battle of Waterloo Painting by Pieneman

Battle of Waterloo Painting by Pieneman

See one of the Rijksmuseum's largest paintings (567×823cm) depicting the decisive 1815 battle moment. Pieneman's monumental 1824 masterpiece hangs in its own dedicated gallery on Floor 1.

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Cuypers Library Historic Reading Room

Cuypers Library Historic Reading Room

Marvel at the Rijksmuseum's ornate 1885 research library with cast-iron spiral staircases, leather-bound collections, and photogenic wooden shelving—one of Amsterdam's most beautiful interior spaces.

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Petronella Oortman's Dolls' House Cabinet

Petronella Oortman's Dolls' House Cabinet

Admire a three-metre-tall 17th-century miniature replica of an Amsterdam canal house, built over 24 years and worth as much as a real grand house. Every tiny object inside is custom-made by master craftspeople.

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Asian Pavilion Collection & Highlights

Asian Pavilion Collection & Highlights

Explore the Rijksmuseum's separate 2013 Asian art wing featuring 365 objects including Chinese ceramics, Japanese armour, and Indonesian bronzes across a stunning standalone building.

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2-Hour Self-Guided Museum Route

2-Hour Self-Guided Museum Route

Hit all 12-14 must-see artworks efficiently by arriving at 9 AM and following an optimized floor-by-floor path through the Great Hall, Gallery of Honour, and key side galleries.

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Frequently Asked Questions About the Rijksmuseum

Quick answers to the most common visitor questions.

General admission costs €22.50 for adults. Visitors aged 18 and under enter for free, though a timed-entry ticket is still required.
The Rijksmuseum is open daily from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, including weekends and public holidays. The museum is open every day of the year.
The museum is a short walk from Amsterdam Centraal via trams 2 or 12, stopping at Rijksmuseum. It is also directly accessible from the Museumplein entrance by bike, bus, or on foot.
Yes, advance booking is strongly recommended. Timed-entry tickets help you skip long queues, especially during weekends, school holidays, and summer months.
The museum is fully wheelchair accessible, with lifts, ramps, and accessible restrooms throughout. Wheelchairs are available free of charge at the cloakroom on a first-come, first-served basis.
Photography is allowed for personal use without flash, tripods, or selfie sticks. Some temporary exhibitions may have additional restrictions posted at the entrance.
The multimedia guide is available in Dutch, English, German, French, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, and Korean. It can be accessed on your own smartphone via the Rijksmuseum app at no extra cost.
Standard tickets are non-refundable but can be rescheduled to a different date and time via the Rijksmuseum website. Check the specific terms at the time of purchase, as partner resellers may have different policies.
Most visitors spend two to three hours exploring the highlights, including Rembrandt's Night Watch and Vermeer's Milkmaid. Art enthusiasts who want to see the full collection should allow at least half a day.
The museum has a café on the ground floor and a fine-dining restaurant called RIJKS with a Michelin star. There is also a garden terrace open in warmer months.
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