Royal Delft: Delftblue Factory and Museum Admission Ticket
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95 Ratings
Delft
Experience the rich history and craftsmanship of Delft Blue porcelain at the Royal Delft Factory and Museum. Discover how this iconic Dutch art form was born and explore the stunning collection of blue and white ceramics. Book your admission ticket now!
Duration: 1 hour
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Highlights
  • Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles - From the approximately 32 potteries that were founded in the 17th Century, Royal Delft, established in 1653, is the only remaining Delftware factory left in Delft. It is a national heritage and a must-see when visiting Holland! Here, the renowned Royal Delftware is still entirely hand painted according to centuries-old tradition. In 1919 the company was awarded the prefix ‘Royal’ confi rming its special relationship with the Dutch Royal family. For generations the Dutch Royal family have been true admirers of Royal Delftware.

Nowadays Royal Delft is not only a factory for Delft Blue and a knowledge institute for ceramics, but also a museum. When visiting Royal Delft you discover the complete history and the production process of Delft Blue and Royal Delft in an audiovisual presentation. You witness a painter at work and are introduced to the other two icons of Delft in the themed chambers: the dining room of Johannes Vermeer, the famous 17th century painter from Delft and the Royal Chambers containing the collection of Orange Ceramics that has been produced over the centuries for the Dutch Royal family. In the museum, you can admire the collection of antique and modern pieces of Delft Blue earthenware and in the factory you can witness the authentic production process. In the showroom a comprehensive collection of hand painted earthenware by Royal Delft and a collection of souvenirs is on show.

Royal Delft offers workshops during which you can try your hand at painting Delft Blue. Overlooking the beautiful courtyard the Brasserie serves delicious coffee, tea, lunches and High Teas. Tours are available in various languages.

What's Included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • 1 Hour audio tour in 8 languages
What's Not Included
  • Tour
  • Guide
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

400 Years ago the first Dutch East India Company ships arrived back in Holland filled with the Chinese blue and white porcelain. This porcelain became very popular among affluent families such as the European Royals. When the import of Chinese porcelain declined as a result of civil wars in China, the Dutch potteries seized the opportunity and developed their own version of this blue and white porcelain. This resulted in the birth of Delft Blue in the Netherlands. Nowadays, Delft Blue is one of the true Dutch icons.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles
Rotterdamseweg 196,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Cardigankate
May 26, 2024
Very interesting - Really enjoyed this museum. The hand held audio device was perfectly fine for my mum who wears hearing aids. Very interesting collection and I like the ‘extra information’ computer points in each room. Lovely to see a couple of people working in the factory on a Sunday too. You can visit the shop and cafe without an entry ticket.
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Expattraveler100
May 23, 2024
Very interesting - There’s a video to enjoy pre tour - you get an audio device to listen to as you walk around. After seeing lots of old samples, and the original model show house you then get to look around the factory - all very interesting - the gift shop at the end has some very expensive pieces so be careful what you pick up!
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Linda_m
May 8, 2024
Wonderful afternoon - The factory was nice to see. I especially liked watching the artists at work. They are so talented and glad this trade still exists.
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Jo
Apr 22, 2024
Excellent working museum - Excellent place to visit. The museum is very informative and there is a audio guide in many languages. As its still a working factory we saw people finishing and painting vases. Good cafe too. The staff are all helpful too.
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George
Apr 18, 2024
Blue is the colour - The Delft experience is well worth. The tour is almost in all done by AI and it works very well. It is a self guided tour firstly on the history and then through the working factory where real people are working. Well worth and very interesting. Good for children as well
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Sandra_p
Apr 9, 2024
Well worth a visit - Watching the people making and painting. Staff were really friendly and cafe food was great. Myself and my daughter thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience
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907blaked
Mar 16, 2024
Great place to visit, particularly if you have an interest in porcelain and pottery - We absolutely loved our visit to the Royal Delft pottery museum and factory. The variety of pieces on display is incredible. The videos at the beginning of the tour are also informative, although a bit cheesy. Terrific gift shop with a large amount of merchandise available for sale.
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Kd1289
Mar 6, 2024
In-depth ceramics museum - In-depth museum that both showcases the history of dutch ceramics (through exhibits + historical pieces) as well as provides a glimpse into the factory -- I went on a weekend and was still able to see a live painting demonstration. Was also an excuse to visit the very adorable town of Delft. ~20 min walk from train station.
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Pauyuen
May 14, 2024
Worth a visit if you are interested in Delft blue and don't mind the long walk to the museum from the Delft station - My husband was interested in the Delft blue and so we decided to visit Delft and the museum although it was originally not in our plan. Be warned though that it is a long walk (about 20 minutes) from the Delft central station. The museum provided access to an audio tour. It was interesting to learn the history of the Delft blue and its evolution over time, from mainly blue and white porcelain, to the incorporation of colours, to tiles and finally to external materials for buildings. It was also fascinating to find out that the Dutch was influenced, and even inspired, by Chinese pottery.
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Albertabound525
Apr 8, 2024
Interesting and informative - Very enjoyable and informative. The audio guide was very useful. You learn about the history of delft blue and you get to see it being made as you walk through factory area. The painters and others must be very patient to have all theses onlookers watching every day! Highly recommend.
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