Rijksmuseum Tours and Tickets

Q: Do I have to book tickets for the Rijksmuseum?

Yes, you do need to book entrance tickets for the Rijksmuseum. Even if you have a Museum Card, you'll still need to schedule a start time and arrive at your chosen time slot. You can buy your tickets online on the Rijksmuseum website. Some tours and the Amsterdam City Card include Rijksmuseum admission tickets.

Q: How much time do you need at the Rijksmuseum?

Home to more than 6,000 paintings, you need at least 4–5 hours to see the best of the Rijksmuseum. However, if you’re short on time and only have a few hours, a tour is the best way to see the museum's highlights.

Q: What is the best time of day to visit the Rijksmuseum?

Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum tends to be most crowded during the middle of the day (between 11am and 3pm), especially on weekends. That said, the best time of day to visit is either as soon as it opens in the morning or towards the end of the afternoon—make sure you check the opening times so you know when the last entry is.

Q: Can I bring a backpack to the Rijksmuseum?

You can only bring small bags, such as handbags, into the Rijksmuseum. If you’re carrying a backpack, you must leave it in the free cloakroom, along with umbrellas. There isn’t space to store large luggage such as suitcases at the museum.

Q: Can you take pictures inside the Rijksmuseum?

Yes, you can take pictures inside the Rijksmuseum, as long as they’re just for personal rather than professional use. You can’t use a tripod or extra lighting, but you can snap as many shots as you like on hand-held devices such as smartphones and digital cameras.

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Know before you go

Allow at least a half-day for your visit, to see just some of the highlights of the Rijksmuseum’s huge collection.
You do not need a ticket to visit the gardens, shop, or café.
The museum has free Wi-Fi.
Flash photography, selfie sticks, and videos with lights are not allowed.

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