Great display of impressive paintings, everything is neat and tidy, and has a decently stocked shop. It’s easily accessible from almost everywhere in Amsterdam. The main drawbacks: the security people at the entrance were super rude, snappy, and not helping at all; most people were entering the museum already frowning; the layout/navigation: there’s a noticeable lack of basic information on where to go, where you are, etc.
More• A large collection of well-known art treasures, including masterpieces by many well-known masters
• Retaining the architectural style of the 19th century, the brick-red walls are all decorated with images of Dutch history and art
• The vaulted roof of the renovated museum atrium hall is made of glass, and the floor is paved with Portuguese stone floor tiles. Natural light penetrates the entire hall, which is spacious and bright.
△ The building where the museum is located was planned and designed by the designer of Amsterdam Railway Station. It was opened to the public in 1885 and is one of the oldest museums in Europe.
△ Go up the escalator and enter the viewing corridor. The corridor is composed of arched brick walls and large floor-to-ceiling windows. You can enjoy the panoramic view of the atrium hall. The library on the same floor as the corridor is not to be missed. The history of the library can be traced back to the 19th century. The spiral staircase is very unique and is also known as one of the ten libraries with beautiful scenery in the world.
Great display of impressive paintings, everything is neat and tidy, and has a decently stocked shop. It’s easily accessible from almost everywhere in Amsterdam. The main drawbacks: the security people at the entrance were super rude, snappy, and not helping at all; most people were entering the museum already frowning; the layout/navigation: there’s a noticeable lack of basic information on where to go, where you are, etc.
Rijksmuseum is the only thing and place that has resembled the country’s historic museum and cultural heritage in the world.
This Rijksmuseum is the most important part of touring the city and it contains historic art and architecture of ancient times.
Definitely a place worth visiting if you’re a big fan of Rembrandt. It is also nice to appreciate the building itself no matter you go in or not❤️
The famous museum in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, where you can enjoy the paintings of many famous artists, such as Night Cruise, a famous painting by the Dutch golden age painter Rembrandt in the 17th century. Completed in 1642, it is a masterpiece of the golden age of Dutch portraiture.
This museum has 800 years history of Dutch, with the great Dutch masters as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh. If you have never come to Netherlands you must visit this place.