Tickets to the Rijksmuseum usually do not weeks prior in advance. But still, for the Rijksmuseum visit you always need a pre-booked ticket with a selected time slot. On popular days, weekends and during special exhibitions tickets can sell out, so it’s better to book Rijksmuseum tickets at least 2-3 days in advance.
Rijksmuseum tickets and prices in 2026
| Ticket | Price in 2026 | Book |
|---|---|---|
| Adult ticket to the Rijksmuseum | € 27 | Book >> |
| Rijksmuseum entrance + canal cruise | € 39 | Book >> |
| Rijksmuseum guided tour and ticket | € 75 | Book >> |
| Rijksmuseum private tour and ticket | from € 260 | Book >> |
Who can visit the Rijksmuseum for free?
Entrance to the Rijksmuseum is free for children and youth under 18. Admission is also free with a valid I amsterdam City Card, Dutch Museumkaart, VriendenLoterij VIP-KAART or a Rembrandtkaart. Please remember to book a time slot in advance, even if you have a discount card.
Check how to timeslot for the Rijksmuseum with your I amsterdam City Card.
Can I buy Rijksmuseum tickets at the door?
Only a limited amount of tickets are sold at the door, so if your preferred time slot is sold out, you won’t be able to buy them. To avoid disappointment, we highly recommended to pre-book the Rijksmuseum tickets online.
You can pre-book a timeslot for the Rijksmuseum online, before heading out to the museum.
Good to know: no cash payments are not accepted at the Rijksmuseum. You can pay only with debit and credit cards (also in the museum shop and café).
Rijksmuseum audioguide and guided tours
You can rent an audio guide (headphones + receiver) at the museum for € 5, or use the Rijksmuseum free app available on the App Store and Google Play. If you are planning to use the app, please bring your own headphones, as audio may not be played through the phone speakers inside the museum.
Tip! Visiting the Rijksmuseum with a real guide provides a much deeper and more engaging experience.
Rijksmuseum address in Amsterdam
The museum is located on Museumplein, next to the Van Gogh Museum and other major attractions.
- Rijksmuseum address: Museumstraat 1, Amsterdam.
How to get to the Rijksmuseum?
You can reach the Rijksmuseum by public transport:
You can also walk from Amsterdam city center in about 20 – 25 minutes.
Can I cancel my Rijksmuseum tickets?
Did your plans change? It can happen! Rijksmuseum tickets purchased at the museum website are non-refundable. But if you have purchased tickets via official parters – like GetYourGuide – you can cancel them up to 24 hours in advance with a full refund.
Related articles:
- I amsterdam City Card: prices from € 67, discounts and tips
- Amsterdam museums guide 2026
- Madame Tussauds Museum in Amsterdam: tickets and prices
- Van Gogh Museum: tickets, prices, opening hours and tips
- The Netherlands with kids: fun things to do
- How to book tickets for the Anne Frank house
- Canal Cruises in Amsterdam: book online!
About the author:
