Founded in 1800, the Rijksmuseum houses a huge collection of great paintings by famous artists. As well as a rather generous collection of Asian art.
With an average of 1 million visitors a year. The Rijksmuseum opens its doors daily to visitors from all over the world who wish to see the fabulous artwork that the Rijksmuseum has to offer.
There are plenty of people who look after the artwork at the Rijksmuseum, including 45 curators from their total number of 400 staff members. All of which are specialists in various areas of looking after museum artwork and restoration.
If your wanting to visit the Rijksmuseum, then you’d be better prepared if you know their opening times. The Museum is open from 10am until 5pm daily, with the entrance to the museum on Stadhouderskade 42 which can be found easily should you be on the Museumplein. Alternatively, send them an email at info@rijksmuseum.nl Or visit the main site at http://www.rijksmuseum.nl.
As the largest museum in the country, the Rijksmuseum beats other museums in terms of budget,staff employed as well as collections within its walls.
The Rijksmuseum is one of the many museums within Amsterdam that accept the Museumkaart.
Tram info:
Take a tram to the Rembrandtplein or if your looking for a specific stop then you’ll want to get off at the Hobbemastraat. Trams 2 & 5 will get you to this part of town.
