If you have timeA surprisingly opulent Golden-Age interior on Dam Square — for history and grandeur fans.
Built as Amsterdam’s 17th-century city hall and now a royal palace, its marble halls and Atlas-topped Citizens’ Hall showcase the wealth of the Dutch Golden Age.
What to see at Royal Palace
- The vast Citizens’ Hall with its marble maps of the heavens.
- Golden-Age paintings and chandeliers.
- Free audio guide included.
- Check it’s open — it closes for royal functions.
Visiting tips
Confirm opening before you go (royal use closes it) — and grab the free audio guide.
How long: 1 hour · Best time: Late morning.
How to get there & what’s nearby
Royal Palace is easy to reach on Amsterdam’s public transport, and pairs naturally with Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House. For where to stay, the weather and full itineraries, see our Amsterdam travel guide.
Royal Palace in pictures
Plan your visit
- Opening hours
- Daily 10am–5pm on open days (open 230+ days a year), but it can close at short notice for royal and state events — check before you go.
- Tickets
- Adult €13.50, including an audio tour. Free for under-18s.
- Booking & getting in
- Check the calendar first, as the working palace closes for official occasions. The audio tour is worth it for the opulent Citizens’ Hall.
- How long
- 1–1.5 hours
- Best time
- Any open day; mornings are quietest.
Verified 2026-09-08 against the official site — prices and hours change, so confirm before you go.
Plan your trip
See the full Amsterdam travel guide for where to stay, the best time to visit and the top things to do.
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Frequently asked about Royal Palace
Is Royal Palace worth visiting?
Yes — it is one of the top things to do in Amsterdam. A surprisingly opulent Golden-Age interior on Dam Square — for history and grandeur fans.
How much are tickets to Royal Palace?
Adult €13.50, including an audio tour. Free for under-18s. Prices last checked 2026-09-08; always confirm on the official site.
What are the opening hours of Royal Palace?
Daily 10am–5pm on open days (open 230+ days a year), but it can close at short notice for royal and state events — check before you go. Checked 2026-09-08.
Do you need to book Royal Palace in advance?
Check the calendar first, as the working palace closes for official occasions. The audio tour is worth it for the opulent Citizens’ Hall.
How long do you need at Royal Palace?
Plan for 1–1.5 hours.
When is the best time to visit Royal Palace?
Any open day; mornings are quietest.