Vermeer is my favorite artist and my husband and I came to the NL to see the exhibit at the…read moreRijksmuseum. I wanted to take the opportunity to go to Vermeer's hometown, which was featured in several of his paintings. We opted to go to the museum because it was a cold day and to learn more about Vermeer. The exhibit is well laid out (mostly chronologically) but because of the building, it can be a little awkward to navigate. There are some fun items in the gift shop. I bought some coasters and magnets. The Vermeer gift shop items were definitely better here vs. the Rijksmuseum. If you are a Vermeer nut, it is worth a visit.

We found it to be very educational and not crowded on a Saturday. It appears that many people go no…read morefurther than the gift shop. + Explanatory material + Videos - The quality of the photos is very poor. But, supposedly, sometime in 2023, the photos are being upgraded. €24 for two

Known for the iconic blue & white floral dishware, Royal Delft has been making high-quality items…read moreof all kinds since 1653. This is the only surviving factory left out of 32! We stopped here as part of a bus tour from Amsterdam. We were rushed through the factory tour, which was interesting, and we were shown briefly how this earthenware is made and the different methods used to decorate it. Delft uses cobalt oxide which, when painted or transferred on, is a dark gray / black color, but when it is baked in the kiln, that's when it turns blue! We were able go through the comprehensive yet not exhausting museum portion of the factory on our own, and it was interesting to see the range and variety of Royal Delft creations. Royal Delft has survived for over 400 years because of their ability to adapt to current trends. The shop is huge and pricey. However, if this is your jam, by all means, have at it. (Going into Delft offers some slightly better deals on Royal Delft & other Delft brands.) Overall, this is a good experience if you are in the area, but for me, it wouldn't necessarily have been something I'd have gone out of my way to see if it wasn't a part of this tour "deal." Tickets are 17.50 Euros. There is a cute cafe called Brasserie 1653 on site and a lovely garden as well. If you are staying in the Delft area, the museum offers different activities such as painting your own figurine which you may find worthwhile. Peace.

If you're into pottery, tableware, or anything to do with fine china, Royal Delft is an absolute…read moremust! The museum has such a rich and fascinating history, and it's the perfect size to explore without feeling like you're in a marathon. You'll learn all about how their iconic Delft pottery is made, and it's honestly so cool to see it all come to life. Before visiting, I bought both the museum ticket and their high tea package in advance on their website -- super easy and totally worth it. The bonus? On our way there (we took the tram from Den Haag), we accidentally stumbled upon the actual spot that inspired Vermeer's "View of Delft." There's even a replica of the painting right there so you can compare it to the real view Vermeer saw back in the day. How amazing is that?? Such a serendipidous find that made our Delft experience even better. By the time we got to the museum, we were--surprise, surprise--already hungry . We showed up way too early for our high tea reservation, but the staff was so kind and told us to come back in 15 minutes while they set up a table for us. Perfect excuse to "tour" the gift shop! And wow, that gift shop is dangerous for anyone with limited luggage space. They have everything -- vases, Christmas ornaments, gorgeous tableware, adorable Miffy collections, and all sorts of Delft blue goodies. I wanted to buy everything. But alas, since this was near the end of our trip (and I still had a week in Amsterdam to go), I had to restrain myself. Next time, though? I'm coming back for the tulip vases. Sooooo pretty. And the Miffy figurines. And the Dutch houses. Ugh, the list goes on! Once I finished my ooh-ing and aah-ing, we headed back to the café for high tea, and our table was ready. The staff was so lovely -- they explained every sweet and savory treat on our tiered tray, and the tea selection was solid. The food itself? About a 3 out of 5 if we're grading just on taste. It's not like a fancy hotel afternoon tea, but it was perfectly nice. Plus, the atmosphere makes up for it -- there's a beautiful garden where you can sit outside, or cozy indoor seating with big windows looking out. We chose inside (it was too chilly for us desert people ). After tea, we did our self-guided tour through the museum and factory area, where you can actually watch artisans painting and crafting pottery by hand. It's mesmerizing! I had no idea that Delftware originally took major inspiration from Chinese porcelain -- especially the classic blue-and-white style. They even show side-by-side examples of early Dutch copies and the original Chinese pieces, and you can really see how the Dutch designs evolved over time into something uniquely their own. All in all, Royal Delft is 100% worth visiting. The museum is fascinating, the staff is warm and welcoming, and the café is a lovely spot to rest your feet (high tea optional, but fun if you have time). Prices were pretty reasonable too -- high tea was €63 (about $73 USD) for two people, and museum tickets were €34 (around $40 USD) for two. Highly recommend -- and don't forget to save some luggage space for those Delft souvenirs!

Dozens of great galleries and exhibitors featuring everything from exquisite Pre-Colombian art to…read morehorology, maps, contemporary pairings, and Chinese works, and with a special exhibit on animals in Art by the Drents Museum

A beautiful museum about spiritual wisdom with a cafe and library and small bookshop and lounge and…read moregarden in the center of Amsterdam...

From the owner: The Embassy of the Free Mind is a new international platform that harnesses spirituality, science,…read moreart, culture, music and storytelling to promote and share free thought. Located in the majestic 17th-century House with the Heads on Amsterdam's Keizersgracht, the Embassy combines a range of functions: knowledge centre, international meeting place, study room, cafe and a living room of Amsterdam. The project is an initiative of The Worldheart Foundation. The Embassy of the Free Mind is open Wednesday-Sunday from 10am to 5pm and offers a versatile programme that includes museum experience tours, talks, debates, lectures, concerts and conferences.

A well laid out museum with a large collection of masterpieces from artists like Rembrandt, Vermeer…read moreand Ruebens. The famous Girl with the Pearl Earring is captivating but there are many others worth viewing. Check out the lower level and its presentation about how the museum dealt with occupation during WWII.

I'm not typically an art fan but as it houses some very famous paintings I decided it was a must…read moresee! It's well laid out and easy to move around even when it's busy. I recommend going when they open to avoid any crowds around the girl with the pearl earring. It was amazing to see The Bull in person. I never realised the scale of the paining but it's fast and incredible to see in person. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff and a fun gift shop if you're into trinkets and educational books. Well worth a visit, even if you're not a museum/art person.

Loved this museum. It's a small museum but very interesting. It captures storytelling of Escher's…read morelife and how it is portrayed in his art. Loved how the rooms are laid out for this purpose as well. Good labeling on the pieces and useful to have the free audio tour accessible via phone.

Fantastic museum for any one who appreciates interesting art or is an Escher lover. The museum has…read morea QR code that you can scan which provides a free overview of the most popular prints. You can read or listen to the guide. This was very helpful in getting the background story on the art and covers the top 12. There are 2 floors of prints from Escher and artists who were inspired by him. No parking.

Wow, wow is only word to describe this place. I've been to auto museums around the globe and this…read moreis the best one. The collection is extensive, to see and read everything would take days. Most of the cars aren't fully restored, but that is a good thing and makes this place unique. I took an Uber here from downtown Den Haag, and it was worth it. Cannot recommend this place enough.

I visited the Louwman as part of a day-trip to The Hague. If you're a classic car lover (inception…read moreof the motorcar through ~1970s, with some notable modern-day exceptions), this place is definitely worth checking out! The museum is quite expansive--my visit took more than two hours, but it would have easily stretched beyond three had I not been strapped for time, as the collection includes hundreds of vehicles (some of them quite notable) across companies and regions! My only disappointment was the general absence of many modern-day cars (don't expect to find Ferrari's Big Five or the Holy Trinity, for example).

We went to see the excellent Escher exhibit. Lots of works and lots of explanatory material. Museum…read morefatigue sent it after about an hour. Many other exhibits that we did not see. I would say that you could easily visit here 4 times a year. Will you be in town that long? The building itself is a work of 1935 art. €32 for two

This year marks a century (1917-2017) of the Dutch art movement De Stijl. Since my wife is a fan…read moreof Mondrian, we crossed the pond to pay homage and Gemeentemuseum was one of our must-stops during this trip. The facility didn't strike me as stupendous but I quite liked its simplicity. It was once a German warehouse during WWII. The reflecting ponds on both sides of the entry way provide a serene setting. There are free lockers and a coat-check service. The gift shop and the cafe can be found on the ground level. If you are into modern art, this is the right place. The gallery houses great pieces from famous Dutch and international artists such as Mondrian, van Doesburg, Picasso and Monet. Some contemporary creations are also on display. Apart from the major artworks in neo-plasticism and such, on this well-timed visit, they had also curated an immense collection from Givenchy titled "To Audrey with Love." Even though I am completely out of my element when it comes to haute couture, I have heard of the celebrated fashion designer and have seen many of Audrey Hepburn's films. These dresses were beautifully handcrafted and reminded me of the movie scenes. Frequent ooh's and aah's from museum guests filled the halls. This was a rather pleasant visit and we were glad to have caught the temporary exhibition. Time just slipped away before we realized we had spent the afternoon in here.