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Rijksmuseum Amsterdam

The Rijksmuseum is the largest museum in the Netherlands. It is built by the Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers, combining gothic and renaissance styles. The museum is located on the Museumplein and houses a large art collection. Part of the collection are paintings of famous Dutch painters like Rembrandt, Vermeer, Frans Hals, Hobbema and Ruysdael. The world famous Night Watch by Rembrandt draws over 1 million visitors to the museum each year. More information on the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.

Van Gogh museum Amsterdam Holland, The Netherlands

Van Gogh museum Amsterdam

The Van Gogh museum houses the largest collection of paintings by Van Gogh in the world. Including the world famous painting "Sunflowers" and the paintings "The Potato Eaters" and "Bedroom in Arles". The museum itself was designed by the Dutch architect Gerrit Rietveld. More information on the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam Historical Museum Holland, The Netherlands

Amsterdam Historical Museum

The Amsterdam Historical Museum is located close to the Kalverstaat, one of Amsterdam's busiest shopping streets, right in the heart of Amsterdam. The museum is housed in the former city orphanage, dating from the 17th century. More information on the Historical Museum in Amsterdam.