Based on 64,721 reviews• The Van Gogh Museum houses over 200 classic oil paintings, 580 sketches, 4 sketchbooks, and approx. 750 letters Vincent van Gogh wrote to his brother Theo
• Revisit the arduous journey of this master artist's lifelong pursuit of painting techniques and his passion for art and literature
• The two halls, old and new, each have their own distinctive features, yet blend into one harmonious whole

△ The old building was completed and opened to the public in 1973, designed by Dutch De Stijl designer Rietveld; the Van Gogh Museum's new wing was designed by a Japanese architect and completed in 1999, primarily used for temporary exhibitions.

△ The first-floor exhibition hall, titled "Heart-to-heart with the great artist Van Gogh," guides visitors through the artist's lifelong dedication to painting via a series of works and materials. The second-floor hall houses Van Gogh's works created between 1883 and 1889. The third floor displays letters exchanged between Van Gogh and his brother Theo, while the fourth floor showcases works produced during lucid intervals between Van Gogh's recurrent mental illness episodes from 1889 to 1890.
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Show More ReviewsThe most anticipated part was the Van Gogh Museum. From his upbringing to his prolific paintings and his brotherly relationship with Theo, Da Bao's explanations were professional, vivid, and engaging – a big thumbs up! Van Gogh's paintings have an irresistible, swirling pull that draws you in. Each floor of the museum also offers different themed cultural and creative products, so don't miss them!