The Rijksmuseum and the Van Gogh Museum

Amsterdam's two great art museums sit side by side in the Museum Quarter, and between them they hold some of the most famous paintings on earth: Rembrandt's Night Watch in the Rijksmuseum, and the world's largest collection of Van Gogh next door. Doing both in one day is possible but intense, so consider splitting them. Book timed tickets ahead in peak season. A bonus for families: under-18s go free at both. We'll help you decide which to prioritise if you only have time for one.