Rubenshuis (with kids)
How Kids-Friendly is Rubenshuis?
What makes it 68% Kids-Friendly: Children enter free and special art hunts and November family day turn the visit into a game, yet fragile rooms, few hands-on stations, and required close supervision temper fun.
Positives:
- Free for Kids: Children under 18 receive free entry—just pick up a zero-cost ticket for each child.
- Stroller-Friendly Garden: Wide paths and flat surfaces make it easy to push a stroller outside.
Challenges:
- No Strollers Inside: You must leave pushchairs in the cloakroom before entering the historic rooms.
- Limited Seating: Few benches inside; plan for garden breaks or bring a small travel seat.
- No On-Site Cafe: Only occasional pop-up coffee in the garden—bring water and snacks.
What is Rubenshuis?
- A museum housed in the 17th-century home and studio of Peter Paul Rubens
- An architectural ensemble of Flemish Renaissance townhouse, adjoining studio wing and restored Baroque garden
- A collection showcasing Rubens’ original paintings alongside period sculptures, tapestries and personal archives
What is so special about Rubenshuis for with kids?
- Interactive 30–45 min show brings Rubens’s art to life for kids
- Free garden podcast & scavenger hunt engage children in exploration
- Children under 18 enter free with required tickets
- Stroller-friendly paths and wide garden areas ease family visits
- Giant Adam and Eve painting fascinates kids with its scale
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for with kids: Allows time for the multimedia show, self-guided tour, scavenger hunt and a relaxed garden stroll without rushing children.
Kids-Friendly Activities in Rubenshuis
Rubens Experience Multimedia Show:
Watch a 30–45 min interactive film about Rubens’s life on the ground floor.
Tip: Book your slot online; children under 18 enter free.
Baroque Garden Stroll:
Explore the restored 17th-century garden with Baroque plant beds and sculptures.
Tip: Pick up a free garden podcast QR code at the entrance for kid-friendly stories.
Scavenger Hunt & Podcast:
Use a free kids’ leaflet or audio guide to find art and plant connections.
Tip: Download the podcast before you arrive to avoid relying on onsite Wi-Fi.
Adam and Eve Painting:
See the giant oil painting of Adam and Eve on the first floor in full scale.
Tip: Encourage kids to compare its size to regular paintings for fun scale reference.
How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Rubenshuis
- Book Tickets Online: Reserve your time slot to skip the ticket line and secure the show.
- Arrive at Opening: Early visits mean quieter rooms and first pick of scavenger hunt leaflets.
- Pre-Download Podcast: Save the garden audio files for offline listening without delays.
Reviews of Rubenshuis
Trixi
Beautiful garden and housing complex. Original presentation on multi-screens in the basement of the small museum. Public library on the 1st floor.
Mimi Johnson
This is a Must See in Antwerp. One of my favorite artists, I had no idea how prolific his works were!! What an incredible home JJ Ruebens built for his first wife and family. How amazing it must have been to work among the artizans and aprentices in his onsite factory. The gardens are my favorite. Could spend all day sitting and looking at the many, many details in everything he made. Ask for Hans...
Mel Brooks
A chance to walk around Ruben's beautiful garden and enjoy the Ruben's interactive 'experience' both are well worth a visit. Sadly the house was under renovation at the time of our visit, which was a little disappointing, but the venue is still very much worth visiting if you are in Antwerp.
Irma Zandl
This review is for the Garden since the house is still undergoing renovation. The garden, however, is beautiful and the view of the house from the back is much more charming than from the street side. Also important to note that the garden is CLOSED on Wednesdays. If you glance at the open times briefly you might miss that important piece of info (as I did).
Plamen Mitev
Rubens' house, unfortunately, the interior is not accessible to tourists. The garden is wonderfully arranged. In the basement, which is part of the entrance to the garden, there are interactive facts from Rubens' life. Tickets are purchased in the entrance itself, as well as souvenirs.
When is the best time to visit Rubenshuis (Antwerp, Belgium)?
In spring and summer the garden blooms with bright flowers—perfect for photo hunts. Every third Sunday of November hosts free Family Art Day workshops and garden bingo.
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Typical Budget for a Family of 4 (2 Adults + 2 Kids)
| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Adult admission (2 × €12) | EUR 24 |
| Child admission (2 × €0) | EUR 0 |
| Audio guide & scavenger leaflet | EUR 0 |
| Total Estimated | EUR 24 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Hopland 13, 2000 Antwerpen, Belgium
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