Royal Delft Museum and Factory Admission

Paintbrushes carefully touch the white earthenware, whilst elsewhere clay is poured into handmade moulds. It is here, at Royal Delft Museum, that craftsmen have been creating iconic Delft Blue for almost 400 years. Royal Delft, established in 1653, is the last remaining original Delftware factory in Delft from the 17th century that still produces hand painted Delft Blue according to centuries-old tradition. Discover all about the history, craftsmanship and innovation of this royal company during your visit at the Royal Delft Museum. Since it acquired the official museum status in 2021, the museum has been undergoing a metamorphosis in stages; the existing museum galleries have been renovated and the museum has been expanded with the construction of a new exhibition hall. A series of changing exhibitions will be held in this exhibition hall. In November 2022 we reopened the doors of the renewed Royal Delft Museum. Please check the website of Royal Delft Museum for the up to date programme.

Royal High Tea on original Blue Delftware After a stroll around the museum a well-deserved lunch or high-tea can be enjoyed at the Brasserie1653. The lunchroom has stunning views overlooking the monumental courtyard garden which is accessible all year round and houses an atmospheric terrace during the summer months.