Rubens House

Rubens's house, the master's home in Antwerp

Welcome to Rubens's home! The Rubenshuis is the former house and studio of Peter Paul Rubens, the most famous painter of Antwerp. Now a museum, it immerses the visitor in the world of the baroque master. The Antwerp audio-guided tour stops here to evoke the genius who so marked the city and the history of art.

The beating heart of the Rubens myth

Antwerp was Rubens's artistic headquarters, where the master lived and worked at his peak. The house he acquired and arranged to his taste, blending dwelling, studio and garden, has become the heart of the Rubens myth in the city. Transformed into a museum, the Rubenshuis tells the life and work of one of the greatest baroque painters in history.

What to see

The place lets you discover the master's home, his studio and his garden, in the very setting where he created his masterpieces. Note when planning a visit: the artist's house has had a period of closure for renovation, and access to certain spaces, such as the garden or the exhibitions, may vary. It is best to check the opening status before coming.

Practical information

The Rubenshuis lies in the heart of Antwerp, reachable on foot and by metro. Now a museum, it can be visited, but has undergone renovation works that may restrict access to certain spaces. Before any visit, it is strongly advised to check the opening status, hours and conditions with the museum.

What is Rubens's house in Antwerp?

It is the former home and studio of Peter Paul Rubens, now a museum, which tells the life and work of the famous baroque painter of Antwerp.

Is Rubens's house open to visitors?

It has undergone renovation works that may restrict access to certain spaces; it is best to check the opening status and hours with the museum before coming.