King’s Day is a public holiday in the Netherlands. Many locals have a day off, most of shopping centers and supermarkets are closed. What about Amsterdam’s museums and attractions?
The next King’s Day will be celebrated on 27 April 2026. Book a spot at the special Kingsday Party Cruise in advance.
- 3-hour King’s Day party with unlimited drinks by Starboard from €109
- King’s Day 1,5-hour cruise with open bar & music by Flagship from €75
- King’s Day 1,5-hour party cruise by KINboat from €65
Some museums, especially the small ones, are closed on King’s Day. However here is an extensive list of Amsterdam’s museums and attractions which are open on King’s Day:
Moco museum of modern art with Banksy exhibition is open on King’s Day from 09:00 till 19:00. Book tickets >>
The Van Gogh Museum. Open from 9:00 to 18:00. Time slot reservation is required and tickets are available online only. Make a reservation >>
The Rijksmuseum is open from 9:00 to 17:00. Book tickets to the Rijksmuseum >>
Madame Tussauds Museum is open on King’s Day from 10:00 to 17:30 (last admission at 16:00). Book tickets >>
The Heineken Experience is open on 27 April from 10:30 to 21:00 (last admission at 19:00). Book tickets >>
Micropia museum is open from 09:00 to 20:00. Buy tickets to Micropia >>
ARTIS Royal Zoo is open every day from 9:00 to 18:00. Book tickets >>
The Stedelijk museum of modern art is open on King’s Day from 10:00 to 18:00. Book tickets online >>
The Amsterdam Dungeon is open from 11:00 to 15:00. Book tickets online >>
Red Light Secrets museum of prostitution is open from 10:00 to 24:00. Book tickets >>
The Anne Frank house is open from 09:00 to 22:00. Online booking is required >>
A’DAM Lookout observation desk is open from 10:00 to 21:00. Buy tickets to A’DAM Lookout >>
But the best way to enjoy Kings’s Day is on a boat on the canals, like a real local in Amsterdam. You can join a 90-minute cruise, including a skipper, drinks and music. Book your ticket now, get on board and get free orange accessories upon departure.
The Keukenhof gardens are open on Kings day from 08:00 to 19:30. Book tickets online >>
Enjoy the King’s Day in Amsterdam!
