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Mauritshuis

Step inside the elegant 17th-century royal mansion of the Mauritshuis and explore a world-class collection of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces. From Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring to Rembrandt’s portraits, encounter some of the most influential works in European art history across its rooms.
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Mauritshuis museum entrance with floral decorations and historic architecture in The Hague.
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  • Step into Mauritshuis, a premier museum in The Hague, home to a world-class collection of Dutch masterpieces housed in a 17th-century palace.

  • See world-famous works up close, including Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and Rembrandt’s The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp, displayed in intimate gallery rooms.

  • Discover a compact yet exceptional collection of over 200 Dutch and Flemish Golden Age paintings, featuring portraits, still lifes, and genre scenes.

  • Take in the charm of a beautifully preserved 17th-century palace, with elegant interiors, chandeliers, and painted ceilings that enrich your visit.

  • Enhance your visit with expert insights via the Mauritshuis multimedia app and discover temporary exhibitions that offer fresh perspectives.

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  • Step into Mauritshuis, a premier museum in The Hague, home to a world-class collection of Dutch masterpieces housed in a 17th-century palace.

  • See world-famous works up close, including Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and Rembrandt’s The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp, displayed in intimate gallery rooms.

  • Discover a compact yet exceptional collection of over 200 Dutch and Flemish Golden Age paintings, featuring portraits, still lifes, and genre scenes.

  • Take in the charm of a beautifully preserved 17th-century palace, with elegant interiors, chandeliers, and painted ceilings that enrich your visit.

  • Enhance your visit with expert insights via the Mauritshuis multimedia app and discover temporary exhibitions that offer fresh perspectives.

from
€21
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Mauritshuis museum by the water and Madurodam miniature park with visitor in The Hague.
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  • Enjoy the best of a one-day experience in The Hague with a combo ticket to two attractions: Mauritshuis for Dutch Golden Age art, and Madurodam for 1:25 scale replicas of Dutch landmarks.

  • Step into Mauritshuis and explore the museum’s collection and temporary exhibitions, featuring over 200 Dutch and Flemish Golden Age paintings.

  • Admire Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and Rembrandt’s The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp and enhance your visit using the free multimedia guide on your phone.

  • Experience a contrast at Madurodam, where the Netherlands is recreated in 1:25 scale with miniature cities and everyday Dutch life scenes.

  • Discover interactive displays featuring moving trains, boats, and cars across the model landscape, bringing the miniature world to life.

More details
  • Enjoy the best of a one-day experience in The Hague with a combo ticket to two attractions: Mauritshuis for Dutch Golden Age art, and Madurodam for 1:25 scale replicas of Dutch landmarks.

  • Step into Mauritshuis and explore the museum’s collection and temporary exhibitions, featuring over 200 Dutch and Flemish Golden Age paintings.

  • Admire Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring and Rembrandt’s The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp and enhance your visit using the free multimedia guide on your phone.

  • Experience a contrast at Madurodam, where the Netherlands is recreated in 1:25 scale with miniature cities and everyday Dutch life scenes.

  • Discover interactive displays featuring moving trains, boats, and cars across the model landscape, bringing the miniature world to life.

from
€47

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Use the free Mauritshuis app or audio guide for fascinating insights into the collection and artists.

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About Mauritshuis

Explore the Mauritshuis collection—an extraordinary concentration of Dutch Golden Age painting. Masterpieces by Johannes Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Frans Hals make it a standout among Europe’s top museums. Book tickets to dive into one of the most refined and accessible art collections.


AddressPlein 29, 2511 CS Den Haag, Netherlands
Also known asRoyal Picture Gallery
Year opened1822
Expected wait time - Standard30-60 mins (Peak), 0-30 mins (Off Peak)

Did you know?

The Mauritshuis was originally built between 1633 and 1644 as a residence for Johan Maurits of Nassau, giving the museum its name.

Why visit Mauritshuis?

See world-famous masterpieces up close

Admire Vermeer’s Girl with a Pearl Earring, Rembrandt’s Anatomy Lesson, and Fabritius’s The Goldfinch in an intimate, uncrowded setting.

Plan your visit

Main Entrance (Plein Entrance)

Located at Plein 29, facing the Binnenhof and Hofvijver, this is the main entrance to the Mauritshuis. It’s fully wheelchair accessible, with a level approach and ramp. Inside, a glass lift or stairs lead to the underground lobby, where you’ll find accessible ticket counters, lifts to all floors, and adapted restrooms. The brasserie and museum shop are also accessible and open without a ticket.

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