Rijksmuseum
Right in the heart of Amsterdam you'll find the Rijksmuseum, one of the most famous museums in the world. A day in Amsterdam isn't truly complete without a visit to the Rijksmuseum. With over 7,000 works, you'll be taken through 800 years of Dutch art and history. Rembrandt van Rijn's The Night Watch, Vincent van Gogh's Self-Portrait, Johannes Vermeer's The Milkmaid, and Jan Steen's The Merry Family: there's something to discover and recognize for everyone. From young to old, from all over the world. You'll discover more about who the Rijksmuseum is and also about who you are yourself. You'll travel through time and across the globe.
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Naturally, a visit to the Rijksmuseum should start relaxed. That's why parking at the Rijksmuseum is ideal at the The Bank car park or IJDock car park. This way, you can enjoy all the beauty the museum has to offer without any worries.
For Everyone
The Rijksmuseum is truly for everyone. You don't need to be an art expert to enjoy the collection. Do you have an hour to spare, or do you want to make a whole day of it? Anything is possible. And with the Rijksmuseum app, you get free access to various audio tours. Are you coming with the whole family? During school holidays, there are always creative activities and workshops to participate in, such as exploring during Expedition Rijksmuseum. You can find out what's on in the daily agenda.
Operation Night Watch
In the Rijksmuseum you'll find The Night Watch, Rembrandt van Rijn's most famous painting. You really must see this impressive painting (almost four meters high and over four meters wide)! Operation Night Watch is also in full swing. After five years of intensive research, the restoration of The Night Watch started at the end of 2024. Currently, the old varnish is being removed to optimally preserve the artwork for future generations. This is being done with great precision in full view of the public, making your visit very special!
Parking at the Rijksmuseum
Are you coming to the Rijksmuseum? Parking is affordable and close by in the IJDock car park. From the car park, it's just a 5-minute walk to Amsterdam Central Station, where you can directly transfer to the tram or metro towards Museumplein (Museum Square). Pre-book your parking spot now and enjoy your museum visit worry-free!
