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Mauritshuis

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The Mauritshuis is a compact yet world-class museum housed in a 17th-century palace on the Hofvijver pond. Its intimate setting allows visitors to get up close to masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt, and other Dutch Golden Age painters. The collection includes Vermeer's iconic 'Girl with a Pearl Earring', Rembrandt's 'The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp', and works by Jan Steen, Frans Hals, and Carel Fabritius. The museum's elegant rooms with period furnishings provide a sense of how the art was originally displayed. The Mauritshuis is a must-visit for art lovers, offering a concentrated dose of Dutch masterpieces in a serene atmosphere.

Don't miss

  • See Vermeer's 'Girl with a Pearl Earring' up close
  • Admire Rembrandt's 'The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp'
  • View Carel Fabritius's 'The Goldfinch'
  • Explore the intimate period rooms with original furnishings
  • Visit the museum shop for unique art-inspired souvenirs

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Ways to visit Mauritshuis

You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.

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