Audio Guide of Museum Hilversum

The museum is open Tuesday to Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and closed on Mondays. To get there, take the train to Hilversum Central Station (a 10-minute walk) or bus lines 2, 3, or 4. More details on the official website: Opening hours and location.

General admission costs €12.50. Students and visitors over 65 pay €9.50, and children under 18 enter free. Tickets can be purchased at the ticket desk or online: Buy tickets.

It is recommended to allow between 1.5 and 2 hours to explore its permanent and temporary exhibitions. The visit may take longer if you join a guided tour, available by reservation.

The museum is housed in a Neo-Renaissance building from 1903, formerly the seat of the municipal government. It is key to understanding Hilversum's architectural past, a city known for its design and media heritage, where radio broadcasting began in the 1920s.

Avoid weekends and Dutch school holidays for fewer crowds. Weekday mornings, especially Tuesday to Thursday, are ideal for enjoying the exhibitions in peace.

Yes, the museum has elevators, ramps, and adapted restrooms. Wheelchairs and assistance dogs are allowed. For specific needs, contact +31 35 533 9631 or visit: Accessibility.

After your visit, explore: 1) the Netherlands Institute for Sound and Vision (media museum, 8 minutes on foot: Website), 2) Dudok's modern architecture, such as City Hall, and 3) Hilversum Park, ideal for a picnic.

1) Pick up free maps at reception, 2) don't forget to explore the sculpture garden behind the building, and 3) check temporary events: Current exhibitions. The café has excellent Dutch pastries!