Attractions & guided tours

Royal Delft: Delf blue factory and museum

from

£13.00

Free cancellation

Language: English, Italian, French, Spanish, German, Dutch, Japanese

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: Flexible

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Group tour

Why you’ll love this…

Discover the history, craftsmanship and innovation of this royal company
Experience the authentic factory manufacturing process
Immerse yourself in the atmosphere of Brasserie1653 overlooking the courtyard garden

What to expect

Discover how the world famous Delftware is made at Royal Delft ! Founded in 1653, Royal Delft is the last 17th-century Delft blue pottery factory still producing pottery according to centuries-old tradition.

Did you know that the iconic Delftware is actually painted with black? It only turns blue after firing! This is just one of the many fascinating facts you learn during your visit to the factory.

In the museum you will learn about the history of Delftware, admire iconic pieces and check out the life-size Nightwatch in Delft Blue.

Then, enjoy a refreshment or lunch in Brasserie1653 overlooking the historic garden courtyard.

What's included

Watch master painters and craftsmen at work
One hour audio tour in 8 possible languages
Free WIFI

Where

Rotterdamseweg 196, 2628 AR Delft

Meeting point:

Use your day ticket to enter Royal Delft at any time during opening hours. Reach the museum by car, on foot (Delft train station is just a 15-minute walk) or using a number of nearby public bus stops.

What to remember

Audio and guided tours available in 8 languages: Dutch, English, German, French, Japanese, Spanish, Italian and Chinese
Opening hours: From Monday to Sunday from 09.30 to 17.00
Royal Delft is easily accessible from Amsterdam, The Hague and Rotterdam
Parking: There is free parking at the side of the building. It is forbidden to park your car in front of the building in the bus parking lot

Provider

Royal Delft Museum

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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