What to see
Christiaan Huygens' pendulum clock, Antoni van Leeuwenhoek's microscopes, the anatomical theatre, and the cryogenic laboratory equipment with which Kamerlingh Onnes first liquefied helium and discovered superconductivity in Leiden.
Practical information
The address is Lange Sint Agnietenstraat 10, a short walk from the Hortus botanicus. Allow about 90 minutes; the museum is rarely crowded and its hands-on experiments make it a strong choice for curious children and rainy afternoons.
- Lange Sint Agnietenstraat 10, in the university quarter.
- Allow 90 minutes; genuinely fun for curious children.
- Museumkaart accepted; rarely crowded.
- Combine with the Hortus botanicus, five minutes away.
Location, opening hours & tickets
Address
Rijksmuseum BoerhaaveLange Sint Agnietenstraat 10
2312 WC Leiden
15-minute walk from Leiden Centraal
Opening hours
| Monday | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Wednesday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Thursday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Friday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Saturday | 10:00–17:00 |
| Sunday | 10:00–17:00 |
Admission
€ 15Museumkaart accepted
Opening hours and prices are indicative — check the official website before your visit, especially around public holidays.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the opening hours of Rijksmuseum Boerhaave?
- Rijksmuseum Boerhaave is open on Tue–Sun 10:00–17:00. Closed on Mon. Hours are indicative; check the official website around public holidays.
- How much is a ticket for Rijksmuseum Boerhaave?
- A standard adult ticket for Rijksmuseum Boerhaave costs around € 15. Children and students usually pay less. Entry is included with a Museumkaart.
- Can you buy tickets for Rijksmuseum Boerhaave online?
- Tickets for Rijksmuseum Boerhaave are sold at the desk or via the official website. Our tickets page does offer combination tickets for other Leiden attractions.
- How do I get to Rijksmuseum Boerhaave?
- Rijksmuseum Boerhaave is a 15-minute walk from Leiden Centraal. Arriving by car? Use a city-centre car park and walk the last stretch.
- When is Rijksmuseum Boerhaave least busy?
- Weekday mornings just after opening and the final hour before closing are the quietest times at Rijksmuseum Boerhaave. School holidays, Sundays and public holidays are busiest.