Why the
Museums of Holland
are special

The Netherlands is a nation of museums. On a per size basis, it has more than any other country in the world. And Amsterdam by itself has several dozen.

Top 5
Holland Museums

Rijksmuseum

Boasts a treasure-trove of masterpieces from Holland's 17th century Golden Age of Painting period. Rembrandt's "Night Watch" is the most famous.

Stedlijk

A haven for modern and contemporary art by Cezanne, Matisse, and other masters.

Van Gogh

World's largest collection of Van Gogh's paintings and drawings.

Heritage

Changing exhibitions of works from the Heritage Museum in St Petersburg, Russia.

NEMO

Hands-on exhibits on science and tech for inquisitive kids from 4 to 100.

Other must-visit museums

Amsterdam

Historical (city's past) Ann Frank (where she hid) Rembrandt House (etchings) Resistance (Nazi occupation era)

Hague

Mauritshuis (features Vermeer's "Girl with the Pearl Earring" - see photo above)

Otterlo

Kroller Muller (known for its Van Goghs and sculpture garden)

Rotterdam

Boijmans Van Beuningen (diverse periods with Dutch emphasis)

Utrecht

St Catherine's Convent (medieval religious)

Know these Holland tips and insights

Holland medal winners
Aalsmeer Flower Auction
Dutch Canals
Dutch Dikes
Dutch Windmills
Holland Cheese Markets
Holland Museums
Keukenhof Gardens
Madurodam Miniature Vllg
Royal Palace - Amsterdam

Also read
Top 3 Holland Wonders
Dutch phrases for travelers

 

Girl Pearl Earring photo©NBTC

 

Netherlands Board of Tourism

 

World's Top 100 Wonders
World's Top 1000 Wonders

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