Rijksmuseum, which is the national museum of the Netherlands, was closed in the year 2003 as part of some major renovations, and was opened only after 10 years on April 13th, 2013. After the opening of the museum again, it caught all the attention of avid culture-seekers from different parts of the world who take…
Museums in Amsterdam you Should Definitely Visit
Amsterdam is famous for its spectacular museums. There are almost 75 museums in Amsterdam and some of them are the finest in the entire world. This city has museums of every genre including arts, science, history, culture, and even some weird museums. Hence, you will never get disappointed as it gives anything and everything you…
The Highlights Of Rijksmuseum
Amsterdam is a land of history with each and every corner of the streets of this city blended with tales and culture from the past. Along with other stunning locations, the museums in this city are one of the main tourist attractions. Even though Van Gogh museum is the biggest museum located in this place,…
The Rijksmuseum Displays Paulus Willemsz Van Vianen’s ‘Gold Cup’
The Rijksmuseum had been looking to add this gold cup made by Paulus Willemsz van Vianen into its collection for years. The Gallery of Honor now displays this Vianen masterpiece for those on a Rijksmuseum tour to enjoy and admire. It is considered the most significant of every treasure to be part of the Netherlands…
Splendid Markets to Visit in the Dutch Capital
One of the best ways to spend a day in Amsterdam is by exploring the local markets here. Do you know that this is one of the best ways to understand the soul or real flavor of the city? Even though these markets contribute only to a small microcosm of Amsterdam city life, these are…
Photos by Robert Mapplethorpe Enter the Rijksmuseum Collection
Rijksmuseum is routinely listed as among the finest museums in the Netherlands. Last year, more people took a Rijksmuseum tour than any other museum trip in the Dutch capital. This year too, it and the Van Gogh Museum are in the running for the number one spot as far as visitor count is concerned. It…
Rijksmuseum’s Show Reveals Velázquez and Rembrandt Never Met
The blockbuster exhibition in Amsterdam, Rembrandt-Velázquez reveals that both these artists lived in countries that were at war and that they never met. The show is part of the series of exhibitions and events held to commemorate the 350th death anniversary of Rembrandt. It couples Rembrandt’s artworks with those by Velázquez, who is regarded as…
Beneficial Tips That Can Help you While you are on Rijksmuseum Tour
Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam is one of the top Dutch art museums in the Netherlands and is well popular for the vast number of visitors it welcomes each year. The provision of booking online tickets is available but it is always best to arrive early in the morning or late in the afternoon to avoid the…
Top Reasons to Visit the Rijksmuseum
Rijksmuseum is one of the famous landmarks in Amsterdam. It contains some of the masterpieces from many legendary painters of the Golden age. It is home to many valuable artifacts too. Rijksmuseum private tours are an important part of Amsterdam tours because of the huge popularity this monument holds. If you are visiting Amsterdam, here…
Must-See Paintings in Rijksmuseum
The Rijksmuseum is famous for its vast collection of artworks created by many great legends. It houses some masterpieces of famous historical figures like Vermeer, Rembrandt, Van Gogh etc. Your Amsterdam trip will not be complete without visiting Rijksmuseum. This great museum, which has a huge collection of more than one million artworks, is among…