Best Museums in Netherlands

Rijksmuseum is the spectacular Dutch National Museum in Museumplein and houses over 8000 art and historical artefacts. The collections include masterpieces by famed painters like Rembrandt, Vermeer and Frans Hals.

The Van Gogh museum hosts numerous paintings, drawings and letters of the late Dutch artist and exclusively houses the work of Vincent Van Gogh and his contemporaries. It is located at Museum Square in the southern part of the city.

Anne Frank House is where the famous writer Anne Frank and her family stayed in hiding from the Nazis. It has now been turned into a museum showcasing Anne Frank's journey during those terrifying times. The house is located on Prinsengracht 263 in Amsterdam.

The Mauritshuis is a box-shaped museum showcasing fantastic paintings. The present collection features around 800 paintings of 16th and 17th century Dutch and Flemish masters like the works of Rembrandt van Rijn, Johannes Vermeer, Jan Steen, Frans Hals, Paulus Potter, and other renowned painters.

The third major museum situated on Museumplein, Stedelijk Museum of Modern Art is the largest collection of modern art and design in the country. It contains the work of some of the most famous modern artists in the world.

Renowned for its extensive collection of Vincent van Gogh's paintings, including iconic works like "The Bedroom," Kröller-Müller Museum boasts a sculpture garden with masterpieces by artists like Henry Moore.

One of the country's finest collections of art, dating back from the middle ages to the contemporary times, is displayed at Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen. It features a restaurant and a depot store. Art lovers just cannot miss this place.

Escher Museum is home to the works of M.C. Escher. For those inclined towards arts and aesthetics a visit to the Escher Museum should be on top of the list. Graphic artist M.C Escher's works are on display in the museum.

The Hermitage Amsterdam, located along the Amstel River in centre of the city, is not only known for its architectural charm but also in the wealth of art and artifacts it houses. It was established as a satellite of the renowned State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, Russia.

Perched on the Oosterdok, NEMO Science Museum, shaped like a ship's hull, is a distinct green-copper building. The museum's various themed sections cover everything from electricity and technology to the human body and sustainable living.

The oldest museum in the Netherlands, Teylers Museum offers a unique blend of art and science exhibits. Housed in an elegant 18th-century building, it showcases a diverse collection of paintings, drawings, fossils, and scientific instruments. 

The Dutch Resistance Museum in Amsterdam offers a poignant journey into the challenges faced by the Dutch during World War II. Through immersive exhibits and personal narratives, visitors gain insight into the courageous acts of resistance against Nazi occupation.

Strategically positioned on the city's historic waterfront, close to the central train station, the Maritime Museum is known for its immersive exploration of Dutch maritime prowess. It offers visitors a captivating journey through centuries of seafaring achievements.

Foam Photography Museum is a dynamic space dedicated to contemporary photography. Renowned for its thought-provoking exhibitions, it showcases the works of both emerging and established international artists.