Mauritshuis

Masterpieces of the Golden Age

Lose yourself in the intimate museum halls and admire famous paintings such as Vermeer’s enchanting Girl with a Pearl Earring and Rembrandt’s impressive The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp . Each artwork tells a story and breathes the rich history of Dutch art. A multimedia tour offers in-depth insights and context to these priceless masterpieces, making your visit even more captivating. This charming 17th-century museum houses a top-class collection.

A unique museum experience

The Mauritshuis offers a pleasant atmosphere with silk wall coverings, sparkling chandeliers, and monumental ceiling paintings that reflect the grandeur of bygone eras. In addition to the artworks, you can enjoy culinary delights in the brasserie in the museum’s bright underground foyer or find a unique souvenir in the museum shop. The Mauritshuis is an absolute must-see for lovers of art, culture, and history, offering an unforgettable experience for both novice and seasoned museum visitors.

About the Mauritshuis

The Mauritshuis is housed in a 17th-century mansion in The Hague and bears witness to Dutch history. The permanent collection, the Royal Cabinet of Paintings, consists of 854 works by Dutch and Flemish masters from the 17th century.

Among the most prized works is one of the world’s most instantly recognizable and reproduced paintings: the timeless ‘Girl with a Pearl Earring’ by Johannes Vermeer. The immense collection also includes works by Rembrandt, Van Dyke, Rubens, Brueghel, Holbein, Hals, and Steen.

The Mauritshuis is one of the most essential art experiences in the Netherlands and an absolute must in The Hague.