Hermitage Amsterdam, Amsterdam, Netherlands

The Hermitage Amsterdam is the Dutch branch of the world-famous Hermitage in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The Hermitage Amsterdam is an exhibition space and cultural education centre with a focus on Russian history and culture. It displays rotating selections of pieces from the Hermitage collection in Russia. These include paintings, graphic works, sculptures, applied art and archaeological discoveries. Hermitage Amsterdam has a special children’s section and regularly holds workshops focused on fun and creativity.

Tsar Peter had a special relationship with Amsterdam, having lived in the city for several years. He founded the very first public museum in Russia, and some of the exhibits at the original Hermitage were items he acquired in the Netherlands. Back then, the museum offered visitors a free shot of vodka to entice them inside.

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Gosia (7 months ago)
Really like this museum, visited a couple of times already for the temporary exhibits. This time went to see Kandinsky and it was really great, spreading over 2 floors. Definitely worth the visit. The one thing that shocked me a bit was that they charge extra €5 on top of museumkaart. Still, a lovely location and great displays.

Lily L. (7 months ago)
A very nice modern art museum. The Kandinsky exhibit was excellent. The QR audio tour was a little odd, but it seemed to enhance the experience for some people. Just not my preference. I truly enjoyed the information and exhibits on display. Easy to get to and a nice outdoor area for picnicking. Bike parking out front. Wheelchair accessible. Information displayed in Dutch and English. Waited about 5 minutes to get a ticket.

YuJen (8 months ago)
Really enjoyed Kandinsky exhibition. great setup from early stage art work to arbitrary patterns. There was a lot to see. Plus the AC was so nice in this hot weather.

Mayur Salgar (9 months ago)
Starting in June, Kandinsky's artworks are on display at the museum until November 10, 2024. Don't miss it! The exhibition showcases Kandinsky's paintings, illustrating the artist's evolution over multiple decades. Seeing his full-sized abstract artworks in person is mesmerizing. Note: there is small fee of 5€ for museum card holders.

Laura CC (11 months ago)
Not worth it. The museum is empty for some reason. It is a wasted space. I have gone to the different museums in the building. The H'Art that had the Julius Caesar exhibition, which was good, but this should not be called a museum, it is an exhibition hall. The other museum is incomprehensible, a hodgepodge of things on display...I don't even know how to describe it.

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