Stedelijk Museum

Immerse yourself in the fascinating world of modern and contemporary art at the Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, where your entry ticket grants you priority access to a treasure trove of artifacts and artworks that span generations. Experience the allure of this museum, hailed as the Netherlands’ premier destination for modern and contemporary art and design, set within the vibrant cultural hub of Museumplein, where it first opened its doors in 1895, flanked by the illustrious Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum. Marvel at the architectural beauty of the Stedelijk's historic building, which has been thoughtfully renovated and expanded to include a strikingly modern wing, a development that has captivated the imagination of visitors ever since the facility's grand reopening in 2012. Delve into an extensive collection of over 90,000 artifacts that showcases extraordinary masterpieces from world-renowned artists, including an impressive array of works by pivotal figures in 20th-century Dutch art. The Stedelijk's permanent collection stands as one of the most significant assemblages of modern and contemporary art and design globally, reflecting key art movements and featuring contributions from both national and international artists and designers. Discover iconic masterpieces nestled alongside hidden gems created by luminaries such as Vincent van Gogh, Marc Chagall, Piet Mondrian, Yayoi Kusama, Andy Warhol, Henri Matisse, Jackson Pollock, Nicolaas Warb, Gerrit Rietveld, Marlene Dumas, and Charley Toorop, each adding depth to the narrative of art's evolution. With a layout that organizes the collection thematically and loosely chronologically, the museum brings to light the interconnectedness of art and design within the context of social movements, highlighting the numerous histories and diverse perspectives that shape our understanding of creativity.