Discover the symbolism and secrets of a building full of meaning.
Cuypers’ Rijksmuseum
Is the Rijksmuseum beautiful or ugly, an exciting fairy-tale castle or a crazy carbuncle? Since its opening in 1885, just about everyone has voiced an opinion about the building, which immerses you in Dutch art and history.
Designed by the architect Pierre Cuypers the museum building is full of symbolism and secrets. Discover them on this guided tour, and take a quick peek into Cuypers’ mind. What was he trying to achieve with the Rijksmuseum? And, did he succeed in having us experience Dutch art as he intended?
When
Not available at the moment
Price and book
Private Tour
€ 80 per tour, from 1 to 15 people (entrance ticket not included)
For whom
Ages 16 and up
Where
The tour starts at the Information Desk in the museum
Other languages
German
French