Koninklijk Paleis (Royal Palace)

History Royal Palace Amsterdam

Visitors can learn about the building's rich history. Its use, a century and a half as Amsterdam's City Hall, five years as a Royal and Imperial Palace, and almost two centuries as a reception palace for the House of Orange has left its mark. An annual changing summer exhibition illustrates the rich history of the building, including as a monument from the 17th century. Every autumn, the work of young painters is exhibited as part of the Royal Prize for Painting.

Opening hours Royal Palace

When the royal family does not use the palace, the building is open to the public.

The palace is open to the public except during official events. They take place regularly. Therefore, always check the agenda on the website of the palace in advance.

Additional info Accessibility

No personal assistants are present from the Palace. Companions of visitors who cannot visit the Palace independently are granted free entry (maximum 1 companion per visitor). There is no need to make a reservation or buy a ticket online.

There are no rest areas in the Palace. However, it is possible to take a seat on the benches in the Citizens' Hall or borrow a free stool.

Feeling cards are available for the blind and visually impaired