Museumplein

The Museum Square features four significant cultural institutions: Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, Stedelijk Museum, and the Concertgebouw concert hall.

The area emerged as a cultural district in 1903 after the construction of the Rijksmuseum, transforming from the site of the 1883 International Colonial Exhibition.

The square serves as the artistic core of Amsterdam, connecting three major museums that showcase Dutch masterpieces, modern art, and van Gogh collections.

The underground parking facility beneath the square provides direct access to museums, while trams and buses stop at multiple points around the area.

During winter months, the central pond transforms into an ice skating rink, while summer brings open-air concerts and cultural festivals to the space.

Location: Amsterdam

Inception: 1903

Architects: Pierre Cuypers

GPS coordinates: 52.35761,4.88162

Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:31