Escher in the Palace (solo trip)

Great museum, lively staff (two humorous gentlemen talked with us a little before showing us the way, and they truly made the experience feel atemporal); the art itself was indeed mind-bending, and as a fellow surrealist lover and an adorer of kaleidoscopic landscapes I found this museum fascinating. P.S: I don’t know if it is possible, but I wish the shop sold kaleidoscopes or some sort of specia...

A truly surprising museum, housed in a building that is a gem in itself: Escher in Het Paleis, the former royal residence Lange Voorhout Palace, located right in the heart of The Hague. Each room offers a beautiful blend of historical elegance and Escher’s visionary world. Iconic artworks like “Relativity” and “Metamorphosis” are absolutely mesmerizing, and there are also fun interactive installa...

If you're into architectural signs, you'll be amazed—it's like stepping into this museum! Truly stunning and beyond your wildest dreams. I spent two hours there, but honestly, it wasn’t enough to take in all the amazing creativity. It’s absolutely fantastic!

Amazing artworks told and explained very well. I especially enjoyed the method which documented Escher's life and work - very elegant. The decision to display his works in the palace was well made, the architecture is splendid and wonderous.

An absolutely fascinating museum! The presentation of Escher’s work is outstanding — each piece is worth your time and your thoughts. Highlights include Metamorphosis III, an extraordinary 7-meter-long masterpiece that flows seamlessly from one image to another, and the mesmerizing Circle Limit series, where Escher’s genius for blending art and mathematics truly shines. The illusions room is a del...