Europe is one of the best tourist destinations, and there is no surprise why—from the food, to the history, and everything in the middle. Traveling in Europe is also a fantastic way to discover some of the best museums in the world. Here are our favorite must-see museums you should add to your list the next time you travel around Europe.
The Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam
The Rijksmuseum was established in Amsterdam in 1808; it was first located in the Royal Palace and later moved. The main building was designed by Pierre Cuypers, and frost opened its doors in 1885. After a ten-year renovation, it was reopened in 2013. That same year it was one of the most visited museums in Amsterdam, with a record number of 2.2 million visitors.
The Louvre, Paris
The Louvre is one of the world’s largest museums and historical monuments. A central landmark in Paris, with over 35,000 objects from multiple centuries, is displayed here. With over 9.7 million visitors each year it is the most visited museum in the world, making it a definite must-see museum in Europe.
The National Gallery, London
Located in Trafalgar Square in central London, founded in 1824, and it is home to over 2,300 paintings that date from the mid-13th century to 1900. With some of the world-famous paintings on display here. It is said that the collection belongs to the public of the United Kingdom, which is why entry to the main building is free of charge.