Art and museums in the Netherlands - Discover a powerhouse of varied cultural offerings

The Netherlands is small but packs a huge cultural punch. From the centuries-old brush strokes of Dutch masters such as Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh to street art, modern design and the pixels of digital art, it’s all easily accessible. Whether you walk, cycle or take the train, every city is home to surprising hidden collections, unexpected murals or eye-opening exhibitions that can change your view of the world. Here, art is not reserved for special outings but is a part of daily life. Compact, creative and full of character.

Why the Netherlands is the ultimate museum country

Centraalstation Station Dutch Design Week
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The world’s greatest art nation, in pocket size

The Netherlands is home to a huge variety of museums, and all within a small radius.

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Where the history of art comes to life

Plan your own art tour of our cities

Maastricht
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Maastricht: city in a landscape of rolling hills

Experience Maastricht like a local: culture, nature, great food, and Limburg hospitality.

Strollers on the Plein with The Hague skyline in the background
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The Hague: green city by the sea

Many associate The Hague with the International Court of Justice. But did you know that it’s home to historical monuments, beaches, fabulous museums and a vibrant shopping centre?

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Discover creative Nijmegen

Visit Nijmegen and enjoy nature, history and culture in the oldest city of the Netherlands.

The art of discovery

Dutch Design Week The Alluvials - Alice Bucknell
Girl taking photo of Girl with Pearl Earring at Mauritshuis The Hague
Mauritshuis during Freedom press trip
Visiting the Kunstmuseum Den Haag
Kunstwerken van Mondriaan Mondriaanhuis, Amersfoort
Dutch Design Week Maikel Jay
Fenix Rotterdam met de Tornado op de achtergrond
STRAAT Museum Amsterdam dame fotografeert zwart witte wand
Mural in Eindhoven named most beautiful in the world 2025

Dutch Design: creativity pushing boundaries

Vincent van Gogh is closer than you think

Church of artist village Zweeloo
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Van Gogh and the Dutch landscape

What locations inspired one of the greatest painters of all time, Vincent van Gogh? And why?

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Where classic and cutting-edge converge

Couple in front of street art at the Keilewerf Rotterdam
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Street art NL: the best tips

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People looking at paintings in Mauritshuis Den Haag
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Museums in the Netherlands

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Easily accessible art in every city

View on Erasmusbrug from Euromast
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Rotterdam: the premier port of Europe

Rotterdam is a dynamic city with its own unique character. Find out why the city is well worth a visit.

Stationsplein Utrecht
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Utrecht: the most cycle-friendly city

Find out why Utrecht is regarded as a cozier alternative to Amsterdam.

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Eindhoven: design capital of the Netherlands

Eindhoven is Europe’s design capital and one of the most beautiful hidden gems of the Netherlands. Discover it for yourself.

  • Lady views painting in Frans Hals Museum Haarlem
  • Museum De Lakenhal Leiden lady looking at painting
  • Stedelijk Museum Alkmaar lady admires painting