The Rubenshuis is where Peter Paul Rubens, one of the most famous Baroque artists of the 17th century, lived and worked. Visit the Rubens Experience, the library, and the colourful redesigned garden. The home of the historic artist is temporarily closed for restoration. 

Magnificent new entrance

With the same courage with which Rubens converted his house into a palace in the city, the renowned Robbrecht en Daem architects have designed a contemporary building as the new entrance to the Rubenshuis. From now on, your journey through Rubens’ world will begin at Hopland 13. Ready for an unforgettable experience?

Rubens Experience

Would you like to learn more about the life and work of Rubens? In that case, visit the Rubens Experience. Here, immersive images and sounds bring the artist’s story to life. Get ready for a high-tech journey through his existence. Various walls, canvases and screens show his life story, while an audio game immerses you even more deeply into his world. You can also admire Rubens’ famous Self-Portrait. A visit to the Rubens Experience takes 30 to 45 minutes.

Rubens’ garden

Feel like catching your breath in an unexpected patch of greenery in the heart of the city? The Rubenshuis colourful redesigned garden is a feast for the eyes. Walk among more than 17,500 plants, including wild columbine, marigolds, citrus plants, fig trees, medlars, black oaks, evergreen magnolias and Kentucky coffeetrees. Thanks to the advice received from the Antwerp fashion designer Dries Van Noten, you will enjoy colour in every season.
Buy a ticket to the garden

Library

On the second floor of the new building, you will find the library that is accessible to everyone. Here you can discover numerous publications, letters and books to find out more about Rubens. Choose one of the study spaces overlooking the garden and house and dive into the past. A visit to the library is free of charge.
Library opening hours

Artist's residence: temporarily closed

Rubens was a citizen of the world, but always returned to Antwerp, the city he knew best. He bought a house there and converted it into a city palace in the Italian style. It was here that he lived and worked for the rest of his days. The artist's residence is temporarily closed due to renovations until 2030, so it isn't possible to visit the inside at the moment. But even without the artist's residence, the Rubenshuis is still worth a visit. You won't miss out on a single detail about the life and work of the world-famous artist.