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Museum Panorama Mesdag and its collection

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Museum Panorama Mesdag is an icon of The Hague, with the Panorama of Scheveningen being the absolute highlight. Step into the largest painting of The Netherlands, be inspired by the impressive collection of works by Hendrik Willem Mesdag and Sientje Mesdag - van Houten. Visit surprising exhibitions which connect the past and present. The Panorama Mesdag Museum is endlessly fascinating for everybody.

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Museum Panorama Mesdag
Zeestraat 65
2518 AA The Hague

Visitor information Museum Panorama Mesdag

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

0 – 12Free
13 – 18€12.00
19+€16.00
MuseumkaartValid
CJP Pass€12.00
Rotterdam PassFree
DenHaagPas€13.50
Dordt passFree
ICOMFree
Ooievaars passFree
Students€12.00
Friends of the museumFree
VriendenLoterij VIP-kaartFree

Facilities

Museum shop
Parking
Coffee
Wheelchair accessible
Child-friendly
Audio tour

Location & Map

Zeestraat 65, The Hague

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Museum Panorama Mesdag Reviews

Museum Panorama Mesdag has 4 ratings.

  • Apollo's Insights AI-Generated

    Museum Panorama Mesdag in The Hague is a remarkable attraction centered around the Panorama Mesdag, a 360-degree cylindrical painting by Hendrik Willem Mesdag. The panorama, measuring 120 meters in circumference and 14 meters in height, depicts the coastal village of Scheveningen as it appeared in 1881. Visitors appreciate the incredible detail and realism of the artwork, which creates an immersive experience of 19th-century Dutch coastal life.

    The museum offers audio guides and informational plaques that provide context about the painting's creation and historical significance. Many reviewers note that the panorama itself is breathtaking and worth the visit alone. The museum also houses additional artworks by Mesdag and his contemporaries, offering insight into the Hague School of painting.

    While the museum is relatively small, most visitors find that the quality of the main attraction compensates for its size. Some reviewers mention that the entry fee is a bit high considering the museum's size, but generally agree that the unique experience justifies the cost.

    The museum's location in the heart of The Hague is convenient, making it easily accessible for tourists. Staff members are often described as friendly and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall visit experience.

    On the downside, a few visitors note that the additional exhibition spaces can feel somewhat cramped, and the museum might benefit from more extensive information about the panorama's historical context and creation process.

    Overall, Museum Panorama Mesdag offers a one-of-a-kind artistic experience that combines history, art, and innovative 19th-century techniques. It's particularly appealing to art enthusiasts and those interested in Dutch history and culture.

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  • Inge
    Inge • 16 Mar 2016

    Heerlijk dromerig, een uurtje genieten. :) Het panorama zelf is interessant, maar ik genoot het meest van de bijbehorende zaaltjes met schilderijtjes met zachte kleurtjes.

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  • Nanko
    Nanko • 10 Feb 2016

    Klein maar erg bijzonder en fijn museum. Het Panorama is een erg mooi werk dat in een unieke presentatie is gebracht. Ook is er leuke informatie over de familie Mesdag en de Haagse omgeving. Voor kinderen is er de kinderspeurtocht. Aanrader!

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  • Retno
    Retno • 19 Jan 2016

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