Museums in the Netherlands You Can't Miss

The Netherlands is known for their countless museums to explore. The Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank House and RijksMuseum are all great options, but maybe you don’t like waiting in line or being in crowded spaces. However, there are plenty of hidden gems that don’t get the attention that they deserve, and are waiting to be discovered by you! Here are some interesting museums to check out if you ever find yourself exploring the Netherlands.

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Rijksmuseum Boerhaave
If you visited Amsterdam and checked out the RijksMuseum, definitely check this one out too! The Rijksmuseum Boerhaave is a history and science museum located in Leiden. Explore everything from the history of medicine, physics and astronomy. This is the perfect place to take someone who hates museums; it’s a quick visit, and has something interesting for everyone! Children under three and students with an ID can visit for free.

MOCO Museum
This museum is located directly between The Van Gogh Museum and the RijksMuseum in Amsterdam. If you’re a fan of modern art, you will love the MOCO Museum. Discover artwork from artists like Banksy, Andy Warhol and Jean-Micheal Basquait. Some of the artwork is interactive and or a great spot to take a photo! Children six and under get in free, and students have a discounted rate with an ID.

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Netherlands Fotomuseum
​(Dutch Photography Museum)
Located in Rotterdam, this museum is the perfect place for someone who loves all things photography. Visit the permanent exhibit depicting the history of Dutch photography from 1841 to the present. Also, make sure to check the new and always-changing exhibits from local Dutch photographers. Visitors 25 and under qualify for half priced tickets.

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Escher in Het Paleis
​(Escher in the Palace)
Located in the Hague, this art museum / palace features artwork from M.C. Escher inside of the former winter palace of the Queen Mother Emma. It is the only public building in the Hague where you can visit a royal Dutch palace and see art! The museum features over 120 of M.C. Escher’s famous optical illusion prints, as well as other limited time exhibits. Discounts on children and student tickets are also available.

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