It’s like a castle filled with treasures. 8,000 of them to be exact. From airplanes to dolls houses, the world-famous Night Watch, and hundreds of model ships and weapons. There are so many exciting stories for you to discover in the Rijksmuseum. And always something going on. Come on in! It’s free for ages 18 and under.
Don’t try to do too much. Maybe focus as a family on a specific collection or period?
Before you come, read the best stories in one of these children’s books. You’ll find family activity books with tips on unusual ways to see the collection in the Museum Shop.
If you come at the weekend, drop in at the Picknick between 11 and 16h for a free Rembrandt drawing lesson or paint demonstration.
The museum is usually quietest before 11 and after 15h.
When the children decide the route, you’re in for some surprising discoveries.
Play visual ‘20 questions’: think of a painting and have the family guess what it is. Only ‘yes’ or ‘no’ answers are allowed.
Use a baby carrier or buggy so the kids don’t get overtired (we can lend you a buggy).
Bring pencils and paper and draw what you see or make notes. Why not make a new version of the painting at home or write a report?
If the weather’s good, end your visit in the museum gardens (Tip: the fountain’s lots of fun!)
Routes and guided tours
Do you want to show your children the museum yourself? Follow one of the 4 sample routes. Are you an animal lover? Or would you like to be surprised? Download the free Rijksmuseum App to follow one of the following routes on your phone:
