Immerse yourself in the history of the automobile
The car is one of the most important inventions of the 19th and 20th centuries. Discover the collection of more than 275 masterpieces at the Louwman Museum. Immerse yourself in the history of progress, innovation, and design. With a keen sense of historical value, a fascinating and balanced collection of automobiles has been assembled to create a clear and captivating picture of each era.
More than just automobiles
At the Louwman Museum, you will discover the world’s largest collection of automotive-related art. Explore the collection of engravings and automotive drawings by Frederick Gordon-Crosby. Posters by top artists, sculptures and trophies inspired by the automobile, strikingly realistic miniatures, and memorabilia such as watches, cigarette holders, bottles, plates, and much more.
Guided tours
From James Bond's Aston Martin DB5 to the first Toyota ever built, the Louwman Museum tells you all about its collection in Dutch, English, and German. You can book guided tours individually or in groups, lasting from 60 to 90 minutes.
Audiotour
The Louwman Museum offers a free audiotour, available in 6 languages and directly accessible on Spotify. In the museum, the episode numbers for the audiotour are displayed on signs next to the exhibits.
Link to the audiotour
Exhibitions
The Louwman Museum regularly presents temporary exhibitions. These vary by period, brand, or theme, such as F1 Legends, Cyclecars, or Supercars of the 90s.
Accessibility
To ensure that everyone can fully enjoy their visit, the Louwman Museum provides several facilities for visitors with disabilities, mobility issues, and/or visual impairments. This includes parking spaces at the entrance, elevators to all floors, adapted restrooms, and wheelchairs available for loan.
Access
The Louwman Museum has a private parking lot with 170 spaces. The rate is €4,00 per hour, with a maximum of €12,00 per day. Cars over 40 years old can park for free at the main entrance.
From The Hague Central Station, the Louwman Museum is accessible via bus 90, direction Lisse, with a special stop at "Louwman Museum." You can also take the Qliner 386 towards Oegstgeest. Both rides take about ten minutes.
Museum square
During your visit to the Louwman Museum, enjoy a coffee or a delicious lunch at the Museum Square restaurant. This square is a cozy space with a unique 1920s charm. The facades of the houses around the square are the original fronts of buildings, mainly from The Hague.
