Van Gogh Museum: tickets, FAQ and tips

The Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam is one of the most famous city’s attraction. Featuring masterpieces such as Sunflowers, Almond Blossom and The Bedroom it attracts millions of visitors every year. For visiting the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam make sure you book tickets weeks in advance.

Van Gogh Museum Prices and Tickets in 2025
  • Adults – € 26
  • Visitors under 18  –  free (ID required)
  • Multumedia guide – € 5
  • Museum card holders  –  free
  • I amsterdam City card –  not valid at the Van Gogh museum.

Online reservation and timeslot are required. You can buy tickets to the Van Gogh Museum only online. During the purchase process you will need to select a date and time of your visit.

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Make sure that you buy tickets from an official reseller. Here is what the Van Gogh museum official website says:

Buy Van Gogh Museum tickets at Tiqets.com, GetYourGuide, Tours & Tickets

Tip! Also check the combi-tickets (including Van Gogh + canal cruise combi) for availability and possible discount.

Book a private guided tour

Consider booking a semi-private guided tour or a guided tour to the Van Gogh museum. They include the entrance tickets.


Van Gogh museum Amsterdam

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Admission tickets are only available online and are not sold at the door of the Van Gogh Museum.

Is Van Gogh Museum free with I Amsterdam card?

No. Please note that from 1 July 2022 the Van Gogh museum is no longer included in I amsterdam City Card.

Van Gogh museum Amsterdam

How to get to the Van Gogh Museum?

Van Gogh museum is located at Museumplein, 6. From Amsterdam Centraal station you can get there by tram line 2. If you are travelling from your hotel, use a free Glimple travel app to plan your journey.

You can also plan your door-to-door trip in the Netherlands by public transport and shared transport with a free Glimble app.

Van Gogh Museum Opening Hours in 2025

The Van Gogh museum regular opening hours:

  • Monday until Thursday: from 9:00 to 17:00.
  • Friday: from 9:00 to 21:00.
  • Saturday and Sunday: from 9:00 to 18:00.

Opening hours can vary during the national holidays and school vacations.

Van Gogh museum FAQ

Here you will find the answers to the frequently asked questions about a visit to the Van Gogh museum. Still have questions? Please feel free to ask in comments!

Can I combine a visit to the Van Gogh museum and Rijksmuseum in one day?

Yes, sure. An average visit to the Van Gogh museum lasts 1 hour and 15 minutes. The Rijksmuseum in just 5 minutes walk from the Van Gogh museum, so you can easily visit both in one day. We definitely recommend booking tickets in advance (Van Gogh museum – 5-6 weeks in advance, Rijksmuseum – 2-3 days in advance).

Can I lock my small suitcase at the Van Gogh Museum?

No, it’s not allowed to enter the Van Gogh museum with a suitcase. That’s what the official website says: If you have items with you larger than 45×25×25 cm, wheeled suitcases or trolleys (any size) you may be refused entrance to the museum– and they actually stick to these rules.

Tip: you can use external paid lockers near the museum – for example, Lockerpoint luggage storage Museumplein.

Museum souvenir shop

After enjoying the art collection, make sure you also visit the museum shop. The souvenirs you will find here are also pretty much like masterpieces.

Museum shop at the Van Gogh museum

Enjoy your visit to the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam!

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Last updated: 26 September 2025

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