Royal Palace Entry Ticket + Audio Guide – Amsterdam, Netherlands

History

The Royal Palace of Amsterdam, located on Dam Square, was originally built in the 17th century as Amsterdam’s City Hall. Designed by architect Jacob van Campen, it is a masterpiece of Dutch Classicism and one of the largest secular buildings of its time. In 1808, King Louis Napoleon converted it into a royal palace, and it continues to be used today for official state functions, award ceremonies, and royal receptions.

Visitors can admire its stunning architecture, grand halls, and impressive artworks, reflecting the wealth, power, and artistic achievements of the Dutch Golden Age. The palace not only showcases royal history but also stands as a testament to the city’s civic pride and cultural legacy.

Highlights

• Explore the Royal Palace of Amsterdam with an informative audio guide
• See where state banquets are held and heads of state are welcomed
• Admire paintings by some of the most renowned artists of the Dutch Golden Age
• Marvel at finely preserved furniture, chandeliers, and clocks from the time of Louis Napoleon
• Walk through the Citizens’ Hall and view iconic features such as the Atlas statue supporting the sky

Full Description

Step inside the Royal Palace of Amsterdam and embark on a journey through centuries of Dutch history and royal heritage. Your multimedia audio guide will bring the palace to life, offering insights into its architecture, artwork, and the events that have shaped the building over time.

Admire masterpieces by Dutch Golden Age artists, including Ferdinand Bol and Govert Flinck, as you explore the palace’s opulent rooms. The Citizens’ Hall, with its vast marble floors and the statue of Atlas holding up the sky, is a highlight not to be missed.

The palace remains an active royal venue, hosting state visits, official ceremonies, and other royal receptions. The audio guide allows you to pause, replay, and explore at your own pace, making this a flexible and enriching experience for all visitors.

What’s Included

• Entrance ticket to the Royal Palace of Amsterdam
• Multimedia tour in Dutch, English, German, French, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, or Russian
• Special multimedia tour for children (in Dutch and English)
• Cloakroom facilities

Meeting Point

Reach the Royal Palace using tram numbers 2, 4, 12, 13, 14, 17, and 24, or Metro 52, exiting at Rokin station. The nearest GVB tram station is Dam Square.
Address: Dam Square 4, 1012 NP Amsterdam, Netherlands

Price

From $16 per person

Traveler Reviews

• “Had a great couple of hours wandering around the palace, liked the fact that you could stop and start the audio guide. Beautiful building!”
• “Excellent. Well presented, informative and interesting audio tour.”
• “Beautiful paintings, statues and furniture. Audio guide gave all the information required to understand the history of the building and its residents through the years.”