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Museumplein

Visit Museumplein in Amsterdam for its museum-lined square, grassy open space and an arched entry tunnel with lamps and street art.

Museumplein is an open square in Amsterdam, lined with three major museums and smaller museums. Its grassy areas and food trucks make it a place to pause between museum visits, while the Van Gogh paintings inside one of the museums draw art lovers. Look for the arched entry tunnel towards the Rijksmuseum, with lamps and street art that give it a distinct look. The square also hosts events, including a year-end closing party.

The tunnel towards the Rijksmuseum

On the approach to Museumplein from the Rijksmuseum side, look for an arched entry tunnel. Lamps and street art give the passage a distinctive character, and it can make an interesting stop for photographs.

FAQ

What is Museumplein?

Museumplein is an open square in Amsterdam, with three major museums and smaller museums nearby.

Where is the entry tunnel?

Look for the arched tunnel on the approach to the square towards the Rijksmuseum.

When is a good time to visit Museumplein?

Go early in the day to avoid crowds.

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