Museum Quarter The Hague

From Dutch Design to top cabaret, from Rembrandt to Vermeer, from living history to countless theatre performances, from Dutch masters to contemporary art and, of course, M.C. Escher. You can see it all in the Museum Quarter of The Hague. Within one day even!

Together with 12 other cultural spots, Escher in The Palace forms a cultural district in the city centre of The Hague. Combine your visit to us with old masters in the Mauritshuis, worldly art at ANNA’s Kiss & Ride or a surprising performance in the Koninklijke Schouwburg – Het Nationale Theater. HERE is always something new to discover.

What is part of the Museum Quarter The Hague

Wondering which cultural spots belong to the Museum Quarter? We are happy to list them for you:

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   The Mauritshuis

   The Gallery Mauritshuis houses a world-famous collection of paintings from the Dutch Golden Age.

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   Haags Historisch Museum

   The royal story of The Hague is told by paintings and silver.

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   Museum Bredius

   A collection of paintings, silver and porcelain in an 18th century mansion.

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   The Prison Gate Museum

   The Prison Gate Museum tells the thrilling tale of crime and punishment in days gone by.

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   Prince Willem V Gallery

   The Prince Willem V Gallery was the first public museum in the Netherlands.

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   Het Nationale Theater / Koninklijke Schouwburg

   Located in the heart of The Hague, the Koninklijke Schouwburg or Royal Theatre is a famous theatre.

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   ANNA’s KISS & Ride LH08

   A storefront full of art and design.

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   West The Hague (former American embassy)

   West shows contemporary art in the former American embassy.

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   The Cloister Church

   The Cloister Church is a Protestant church located on Lange Voorhout in the centre of The Hague.

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    Diligentia

    Theater Diligentia is located on the Lange Voorhout in The Hague and hosts amazing perfomances.

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    Pulchri Studio

    Pulchri Studio is an artist’s society, established in 1847.

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    Pepijn Theatre

    The Pepijn Theatre, located on the Nieuwe Schoolstraat, is a great starting point for theatre talents.

Programme Museum Quarter The Hague

Together, the cultural spots around Hofvijver, Binnenhof and Lange Voorhout offer a refreshing programme, often with a colourful counterpoint. Several times a year, we jointly organise extra events or special outdoor activities. There are also dozens of festivals, markets and exhibitions to visit. Keep an eye on the Museum Quarter Agenda and social media to make sure you don’t miss anything.

AR Route in the Museum Quarter

Take a unique walk through the Museum Quarter in The Hague with an Augmented Reality route (AR route). Experience this special part of the city with no fewer than twelve cultural hotspots in an interactive way. From now and then. You can find more information here.

Accessibility Museum Quarter

The Hague Museum Quarter is close to The Hague Central Station. Many tram and bus services stop there in addition to train and metro. A few minutes’ walk from the station you will find the first front door to culture. All museums and theatres are nearby, usually less than a hundred metres apart. Still prefer to come by car? The Museum Quarter has its own car park. The entrance to Interparking Museum Quarter is situated at Toernooiveld near the Royal Theatre.