Musée Prinsenhof

Museum Delft, South Holland, Netherlands

What to expect

The Museum Prinsenhof Delft is a museum located in a former monastery and the court of William the Silent. The museum showcases a variety of art from the Dutch Golden Age, including paintings, prints, ceramics, and contemporary art. The building has a rich history, with bullet holes still visible from the assassination of William the Silent in 1584. The museum features a collection of Delft masters, including works by Johannes Vermeer, Leonaert Bramer, and Gerard Houckgeest. The museum also has a garden and offers a range of exhibitions and activities. Visitors can explore the museum's permanent collection, which includes Delftware, silver, and other artifacts. The museum is a great place to learn about the history and art of Delft and the Netherlands

Plan your family visit to the Musée Prinsenhof with these blog insights 👇

Visiting Delft in one weekend: what to see, what to do?

This family's experience:

Activities: We visited the Prinsenhof museum to learn about the history of Delft and the Dutch royal family

Highlights: We enjoyed learning about the history and seeing the beautiful exhibits ✨

(Tip!) Delft with kids: 11 family activities!

This family's experience:

Activities: We explored the museum, did a detective case, and saw the bullet holes from William of Orange's assassination

Highlights: Our daughter enjoyed the detective case, and we found the museum impressive ✨