
Mauritshuis
Top paintings by Dutch masters
The Mauritshuis boasts works from the leading masters from 17th and 18th century Netherlands and Flanders. Examples are Girl with the Pearl Earring by Vermeer, The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp by Rembrandt, and The Goldfinch by Fabritius. You can also admire works by Rubens, Jan Steen and Frans Hals at the Mauritshuis. The exceptional collection and the building’s royal allure have earned it the nickname ‘the jewelry box’.
Thorough renovation
The Mauritshuis reopened in 2014 after a thorough renovation. The main change is that it has doubled its surface by adding an extra building to the museum. The museum’s total floor surface now amounts to 6400 square meters. An underground passage takes you from one building to the other. The museum also offers space for activities, a museum shop, and a café where you can enjoy a cup of coffee.
Don’t forget to check out the building’s exterior, as it is one of the 17th century’s architectural highlights. The museum is located next to the Binnenhof and government buildings, an area worth exploring on foot.
Buy online tickets for the Mauritshuis
If you are planning to visit the Mauritshuis, buy your tickets online. Other museums that are certainly worth a visit are Escher in het Paleis, Museum de Gevangepoort and Panorama Mesdag.
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