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Rijksmuseum: General Admission
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The Rijksmuseum is open every day of the year from 9:00 to 17:00, including all public holidays. Everyone needs a ticket with a start time.
| Period | Opens | Closing |
|---|---|---|
| Every day of the year | 9:00 | 17:00 |
There is no closing day: the museum is open on Christmas Day, New Year's Day and King's Day too.
Checked against the official website on 31 October 2026 · Official source: Rijksmuseum
When is the Rijksmuseum quiet?
The calmest hours are before 11:00 and after 15:30. Tuesday and Wednesday are usually quieter than the other days.
Can I stay as long as I like?
Your start time marks the start of your visit. Once inside you can stay until 17:00. If you leave, you cannot come back in, with a few exceptions, so plan your lunch break inside the building.
What are the rules for bags, photos and sketching?
There is a free cloakroom with staff for bags, umbrellas and daypacks. Only handbags up to A4 size are allowed in the galleries, and backpacks or oversized handbags are not. Luggage, folding bikes, musical instruments and skateboards cannot be stored.
Photos are allowed without flash. If you want to draw, use pencil and paper only.
Can I buy a ticket at the door?
Do not count on it. Book a start time online, so you know that your day and hour are available.
What else is open besides the galleries?
The shop and The Café are open from 9:00 to 18:00. Between 17:00 and 18:00 you can use them without a museum ticket. The RIJKS restaurant serves lunch from Wednesday to Sunday and dinner from Tuesday to Sunday.
Rijksmuseum: frequently asked questions
What are the opening hours of the Rijksmuseum?
Every day of the year from 9:00 to 17:00, public holidays included.
Where do I leave my backpack?
In the free cloakroom. Only handbags up to A4 size are allowed in the galleries.
Can I take photos in the Rijksmuseum?
Yes, without flash.
How long should I plan for the Rijksmuseum?
You can see the highlights in about an hour. For a fuller visit, plan a few hours: once inside you can stay until 17:00.