Amsterdam Attractions
Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam © Amsterdam Tourist Board
The Rijksmuseum
The Rijksmuseum was opened in 1885 and is best known for its
collection of 17th century Dutch Masters such as Rembrandt,
Vermeer, Frans Hals and Jan Steen. The most notable of these is
Rembrandt's masterpiece, the Night Watch. The museum contains
thousands of other paintings and artefacts in its Asiatic
collection, Print Room, Dutch History and Applied Arts sections. A
visit to the museum should include a trip into its delightful
garden adorned with bright flowers, fountains, sculptures and
summerhouses. Nestled within the garden is a collection depicting
five centuries of Dutch architecture. It is advisable to consult a
map or purchase a CD audio tour for an orientation to the extensive
collection.
Note that the Rijksmuseum is currently undergoing renovations,
and although still open to visitors, structural work is ongoing and
scheduled for completion only in 2012.
Address: Jan Luijkenstraat 1;
Website: www.rijksmuseum.nl;
Telephone: (020) 674 7000;
Transport: Tram 2 or 5 from Central Station to Hobbemastraat;
Opening time: Daily 9am to 6pm (closing at 10pm on Fridays). Closed 1 January;
Admission: €11 (adults), under 18s are free and concessions are available
