• The Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Rotterdam depot
  • The Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Rotterdam outside view
  • The Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Rotterdam inside view
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The Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Rotterdam

The Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Rotterdam

Currently under renovation, Boijmans is one of the Netherlands’ top art museums. Its collection spans from medieval to modern art, including Old Masters and Surrealism. Highlights include works by Bruegel, Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Dalí, and Magritte. The new Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen offers transparent art storage access. Visitors can view over 150,000 objects in a stunning mirrored building. The depot model is a world first and architectural marvel. Workshops, archives, and behind-the-scenes views are part of the experience. The museum’s mission combines accessibility, innovation, and preservation. Located in Rotterdam’s Museumpark, surrounded by other cultural hubs. A must-visit for serious art lovers and design enthusiasts alike.

Opening hours

  • Tuesday 11:00 - 17:00
  • Wednesday 11:00 - 17:00
  • Thursday 11:00 - 17:00
  • Friday 11:00 - 17:00
  • Saturday 11:00 - 17:00
  • Sunday 11:00 - 17:00

How to get there

Museumpark 18-20, 3015 CX Rotterdam, Netherlands

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Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen – Rotterdam’s Iconic Art Collection

Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen is one of the most important art museums in the Netherlands. Located in Rotterdam, it holds a wide-ranging collection of Old Masters, modern art, surrealism, design, and contemporary works.

The museum is currently undergoing renovation. In the meantime, you can visit the new Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen, the world’s first publicly accessible art storage facility.

What to See

  • Works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and Bruegel
  • Surrealist art by Salvador Dalí, René Magritte, and Man Ray
  • Modern pieces by Van Gogh, Monet, and Mondrian
  • Design objects and applied arts from the Middle Ages to today
  • Access to over 150,000 stored artworks inside the Depot

The depot lets visitors see behind the scenes—how art is stored, restored, and studied.

Why Visit Boijmans

  • Experience one of the best and most diverse art collections in Europe
  • Walk through the mirror-clad Depot building, a new Rotterdam landmark
  • Explore famous paintings and hidden gems in a unique storage setting
  • Great for art lovers, design fans, and architecture enthusiasts

About the Depot
The Depot Boijmans Van Beuningen opened in 2021. It is shaped like a giant reflective bowl and sits in Museumpark. Inside, you can explore the museum’s complete collection in open storage.

Curators and restorers work on-site, and visitors can watch conservation up close.

Visitor Information

  • Location: Museumpark 24, Rotterdam
  • Depot open Tuesday to Sunday, 11:00 – 18:00
  • Tickets: €20.00 (adults), free for under 18
  • Free entry with Museumkaart
  • Facilities: Café, shop, guided tours, rooftop terrace

Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen offers an unforgettable mix of classic and modern. Until the main building reopens, the Depot is a rare chance to see a museum collection from the inside out.

Some Highlights of The Museum Boijmans Van Beuningen Rotterdam

Tower of Babel (c. 1563) – Pieter Bruegel the Elder

A mesmerizing depiction of the legendary tower, rich in detail and symbolism. It’s one of Bruegel’s most iconic works and a highlight of the museum’s collection.

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Not to be Reproduced (1937) – René Magritte

A mysterious surrealist painting featuring a man facing a mirror that reflects the back of his head. A brilliant and mind-bending example of Magritte’s conceptual play.

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Portrait of Armand Roulin (1888) – Vincent van Gogh

A striking portrait with vivid color and thick brushwork, capturing the expressive intensity of Van Gogh’s late period in Arles.

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