A nation full of priceless antiquities, the Netherlands is brimming with history, art, and culture. It goes over and above to deliver a very fulfilling and enriching experience. One such breathtaking example is that of the national archaeological museum of the country. Situated in Leiden, the Rijksmuseum van Oudheden or National Museum of Antiquities is a very popular attraction for locals and tourists alike. The museum calls itself the national center of archaeology. It is mainly dedicated to the times of early prehistoric Netherlands, ancient Near East, ancient Egypt, and the classical world of Rome, Greece, and Etruria.
There are five permanent presentations held at this museum. You can choose whichever you are most interested in. The choice is between presentations titled “Egyptians," "Greeks," "Romans," "Etruscans," "Near East," and "The Netherlands." You can’t help get swept up in the Egyptian times, as you walk through the museum’s collection of mummified Egyptians, and mummy sarcophagi. Apart from this, you can watch film fragments, reconstructions, replicas, and interactive multimedia. The National Museum of Antiquities is so fascinating that it will catch the attention of children, adults, and old alike. You might need more than a day to do justice to all that this beautiful museum has to offer.
Trains
The Train lines Intercity and Sprinter stop near the museum.
Bus
Bus lines 365 and 5 passes near the museum.
Sunday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Monday: Closed.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Waiting Time
Entrance Fee
Adults - 12.50 EUR
Children aged 5 to 17 - 4 EUR
Children under 5 years of age: free
Time you can spend
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