Do I need to print my ticket?

No. A mobile ticket displayed on your phone is accepted at the entrance.

Is entry free for children?

Visitors under 18 enter free of charge when not using an audio guide. You still need to obtain a free admission ticket — this can be collected at the museum on the day.

Can I cancel my booking?

Please check the cancellation terms shown at checkout, as these vary by ticket type and booking date.

Is the museum wheelchair accessible?

Yes, the Van Gogh Museum is fully wheelchair accessible throughout.

What are the opening hours?

Hours vary by day and season. From 22 March, Fridays are open 9 am to 9 pm (with some exceptions).

What is the audio guide and is it worth getting?

The audio guide provides narrated commentary on the collection and can deepen your understanding of Van Gogh's life and technique. It is available as an add-on when booking your ticket.

Van Gogh Museum

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Duration

2 hours

Cancellation

Non-refundable

Ticket type

Mobile ticket

Confirmation

Instant

What's included

Museum admission

Access to the full permanent collection of over 200 Van Gogh works

Access to temporary exhibitions (where applicable)

Not included

Audio guide (available as an optional add-on)

Transport to and from the museum

How to redeem

Van Gogh Museum, Museumplein 6, Amsterdam, Netherlands

Head to the main entrance on Museumplein. Present your mobile or printed ticket at the door at your chosen time slot. Tickets for under-18s (without an audio guide) can be collected at the onsite box office.

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What to bring

Your booking confirmation (mobile or printed)
Valid ID if collecting tickets for under-18s at the door

Know before you go

Tickets are timed-entry — arrive at your selected time slot.

Under-18s do not need a paid ticket but must still have a free admission ticket, collected at the museum.

Check the museum's website for closure dates before your visit.

The museum is located on Museumplein, a short walk from Rijksmuseum tram stops.

Good to know

AccessibilityFully wheelchair accessible

Suitable forSolo visitors, couples, families with children (under-18s free)

Ticket typeTimed-entry, select your slot at checkout

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