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The Van Gogh Museum houses the world’s largest collection of paintings, drawings and letters by Vincent van Gogh. Don’t miss it on your trip to Amsterdam!
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- The world’s largest collection of Van Gogh paintings
- Works by Van Gogh’s contemporaries
- Read Van Gogh’s personal letters
- Optional: interactive and engaging multimedia tour
Children
Child ticket for 0-17 year olds
Opening hours
Monday - Sunday: 9.00 - 17.00
Languages
The optional Multimedia Tour is available in English, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin and Russian
Ticket information
Ticket directly available on smartphone
Tickets cannot be rescheduled or cancelled
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The Van Gogh Museum has its own privacy policy, general terms and conditions, and the rules for a safe visit. Please read these prior to your visit.
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Accessibility
- Wheelchair friendly
- With audio description
- Free access to bathroom
Van Gogh Museum
Amsterdam
Amsterdam
Public Transport
Nearest stops are Vijzelgracht (metro 52), Museumplein (tram 2, 5 & 12) and Van Baerlestraat (tram 3).
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The home of Vincent Van Gogh’s art
A visit to the Van Gogh Museum should be on everyone’s to do list when they visit Amsterdam. The museum is home to the largest collection of work by Vincent van Gogh in the world, including over 200 of his paintings, 500 drawings and more than 750 letters.
The influential post-impressionist artist hardly needs an introduction, as his extensive body of work is amongst some of the most well-known in the history of modern art. A trip to the Van Gogh Museum is an essential part of your experience in Amsterdam.
Discover the world’s largest Van Gogh collection
The Van Gogh Museum is located on the Museum Square, the famous square where you’ll also find the Rijksmuseum, the Royal Concertgebouw and the Stedelijk Museum. It is The Netherlands’ second most-visited museum, attracting between one to two million visitors each year.
The Van Gogh Museum consists of two buildings, which were designed by acclaimed architects Kisho Kurokawa and Gerrit Rietveld. The Kurokawa wing is used for temporary exhibitions and the Rietveld building displays the permanent works. Some of the most well-known pieces on display include the Van Gogh Sunflowers (1889), Almond Blossoms (1890) and The Potato Eaters (1885).
Van Gogh’s contemporaries
The museum also houses works by artists who are associated with Van Gogh, those who inspired him, his contemporaries, and those whom he inspired. These include artists such as Auguste Rodin, Claude Monet, Georges Seurat, Henri de Toulouse-Lautrec and Odilon Redon, amongst others. These artworks allow the museum to offer more context and share new stories about Van Gogh and the times he lived in. You’ll learn about the painter’s captivating history and his influence on the development of modern art.
Get your tickets to the Van Gogh Museum
Enjoy a relaxing afternoon admiring the beautiful Van Gogh paintings and works by his contemporaries, as well as learning about the fascinating history of this prolific artist. Purchase your tickets now and discover the beauty at the Van Gogh Museum!
You have the option to complete your visit to the Van Gogh Museum with a Multimedia Tour, which gives you a fresh insight into how the artist worked and what motivated him, revealing a Van Gogh you've never knew before. Get your Van Gogh Museum tickets through our website and make sure you don’t miss the chance to pay a visit to this spectacular Amsterdam museum.
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MattAndLol
Excellent museum
Visited with my husband on our 1st afternoon in Amsterdam, Sun 6th April at 2pm, we'd booked our tickets a few weeks beforehand through Easyjet, our holiday provider, through a company called Musement. We only had to queue a short time & were pleased they let us straight in although we were about half an hour early ! It said that the tickets for that day were sold out so I recommend always booking them well in advance to ensure you can get in. The museum is well laid out, each floor displays Van Gogh's paintings at each stage of his life together with paintings of other artists that influenced him at that time & his life story in segments. You can hire audio guides but we didn't bother, we just wanted to enjoy his paintings ourselves. It was wonderful to see the paintings of Sunflowers, Irises, the Bedroom at Arles, various self- portraits, Almond Blossoms etc so close up. Yes it was busy but not enough to put us off. While visiting this museum you are near the Rijksmuseum, we only visited the cute garden there with playful fountains & a row of food & souvenir stalls just past, we had a delicious hot waffle with cream sat outside in the sun ! A special experience to see so many Van Gogh paintings in 1 place.
Apr 13, 2025rkigervaron
Fantastic!
One of the truly great places in the city and a standout museum in the world. Always enjoy visiting and enjoying the guided tour (audio)
Apr 13, 2025jenniferlr2020
Van Gogh
Visited the museum as part of our holiday in Amsterdam. I’m not massively into my art but it was an interesting experience. I’d recommend the audio guide and there are different tours you can select. Lucky enough to see one of the versions of the Sunflowers painting. We got the extra exhibit included in our ticket which is based in the museum next door. Can’t seem to opt out of this so it does increase the price. If you love the work of Van Gogh, you’ll love this.
Apr 12, 2025Dreamer66756019683
great
This was one of the highlights of my trip to amsterdam, the city is amazing but this museum is also worth spending a few hours at. you get a lot of dutch culture through the medium of van gogh
Apr 11, 2025Idlism
A wonderful learning opportunity.
A lovely immersive experience , The first part is extremely relaxing and thought provoking. I enjoyed learning more about Van Gogh.
Apr 10, 2025ronaldmR5010ZC
Vincent Van Gogh face to face.
Great display of Vincent Van Gogh’s paintings. All very organized. Easy to navigate. Friendly staffs, Great for visiting for art lovers!
Apr 10, 2025A8878NEmaureens
Wonderful Museum
Wonderful experience, especially if you like Van Gogh art. Had to put a bag into lockers which were secure but guard insisted I put my travel bag with money, ID and Passport in as well and both myself and another lady refused to relinquish them! Saw many other ladies with larger purses/travel bags on them in the museum. Really nice gift shop but restrained myself!
Apr 9, 2025lifeisanadventure123
Life and works of Van Gogh
Enjoyable couple of hours exploring the Van Gogh museum. Well worth getting the audio guide to listen to as you walk around. So many paintings of his to admire and really interesting to see how his unique style evolved. Our lovely sunflower cake in the cafe was a bonus!
Apr 8, 2025MelSavage14
Enjoyable Visit
We spent an hour and a half wandering through the museum enjoying the paintings, a wonderful feeling to think we were looking at the real originals!
Apr 8, 2025G867NEerins
Stroke of beauty
I loved the museum. I was very impressed by the curating of the museum. They did a wonderful job intertwining the story of Van Gogh's personal life with that of his art influences over his painting career.
Apr 6, 202512SNina
Very enjoyable
If you like art then it is a must to go there. Book tickets before, selling out even in April. You can see not only Van Gogh works but also some of this fellows. Also gives a brief overview of his life. We enjoyed it. Also current exhibition of Kiefer works is impressive.
Apr 5, 2025C8473EPerics
Excellent art, information and displays!
This was so incredible. We hired a guide to get more details than was avaiable and that was a win! Better insite into Van Gogh's life and art as he transitioned through his styles.
Apr 2, 2025markandsusiepinchin
Wonderful
Van Gogh's life was tragic. This wonderful museum shares the tragedy of it alongside his art. It brings alive the person alongside the artist. Wonderful restaurant with polite, pleasant staff. A must see in Amsterdam.
Mar 31, 2025pescapes_london
Grest way to see his works and understand his life more
Book in advance to not be disappointed. Tickets rarely available on the day. Recommend the audio tour to get the best out of your visit. Great to understand the artist’s life more and see so much of his original works.
Mar 28, 2025MeganHarr99
Perfect display of art
Has an amazing display of pictures nicely organised to follow Van Goghs life. I particularly loved seeing his drawings for his designs for future pictures or on his letters to Theo, you really felt the love between two brothers. The atrium has more pictures and art displays of another artist who was influenced by Van Gogh. I loved seeing other artist work who were inspired by Van Gogh or who influenced Van Gogh
Mar 27, 2025Kirklogan
Great visit
Excellent content. Quality high for All informational signs. Clean. Good check-in process. Value for money was perfect.
Mar 24, 2025Odisco
Joint exhibition
It’s pretty good. Lighting on the first floor makes it surprisingly hard to appreciate some of the pictures. Highlight actually was the joint exhibition of Keifer with the Stedelijk museum next door. Which was wonderful.
Mar 24, 2025MapsAVA
Amazing
Amazing! definitely a must, don't forget to get souvenirs. Went there with the family, perfect location we walked from the hotel to the museum.
Mar 20, 2025soph0114
Short trip
Loved seeing the artwork, however I do think the price is a little steep. Possibly smaller groups would also make the experience better. Still really enjoyed
Mar 19, 2025RobY324
Well worth visiting
Really enjoyed the museum. Van Gogh’s work is presented in the context of his artistic development and professional relationships and includes the works of other artists he learned from or worked alongside.
Mar 18, 2025brendawR2743BR
Amazing
The museum has an amazing array of Van Gogh's work. There are also works of his contemporaries. We learned a lot about Van Gogh and his family and friends. Well worth it.
Mar 17, 2025W4228QVnicolel
Must see
Very well laid out museum. You must book your ticket and time slot in advance as it does sell out and get crowded. At the time we went they were doing a combo ticket with the museum next door.
Mar 15, 2025183davide
A must visit if you are in Amsterdam
This is really impressive - the scale of the collection is amazing and allows you to see the development of Van Gogh's style and life. Really well laid out and well worth a couple of hours of your time, even it like me you are not especially into art
Mar 9, 2025willemg298
Buy your ticket in advance
This is a very well organized museum. There is a limit for access and it makes it not too busy. The collection is great and it has also very interesting information about Vincent Van Gogh and his family. A must visit for every visitor to Amsterdam.
Mar 6, 2025keelbyc
I highly recommend it
An incredibly moving and beautiful experience, though the lighting occasionally hindered the full appreciation of some artworks. I highly recommend taking a moment to listen to the audio recordings of the correspondences—they add a profound depth to the journey.
Mar 2, 2025denewton
Much more than a few Van Goghs
Busier than the nearby Rijksmuseum when we went as everyone recognises one of his pictures as their favourite. Once you get passed the more famous pictures there are also other's which place Van Gogh's pictures in context of their production. It is on 4 floors so plenty of art objects to look at.
Feb 27, 2025isoldeh340
Van Gogh
The museum offers an impressive collection of Vincent van Gogh's work, showcasing his incredible talent and the evolution of his style. The layout of the museum is well thought out, guiding visitors through his life and artistic journey with informative displays and personal letters. It’s a beautiful space to spend a few hours, and the artwork is absolutely captivating. The museum can get crowded, especially during peak hours, but it’s well worth the visit for anyone interested in the life and art of one of history’s most famous painters.
Feb 27, 2025Roger_and_Kate
Interesting visit, worth the entrance hassle.
Entrance tickets for the museum are online only, which is a bit of a faff to buy standing outside with a mobile phone if you don’t book in advance. Once inside, however, it was ok. Crowded, even in late afternoon in February. Interesting insight into the life (and death) of the artist and plenty of paintings. Not as good value as the Rijksmuseum next door. It was our 4th favourite, behind the Anne Frank House and the Dutch Resistance museums.
Feb 26, 2025E5784FKkatiew
I feel closer to the real Van Gogh
This is where you come to get to know and appreciate the real Van Gogh, his life story, how he learned to paint and what he enjoyed painting. You can get a headset or walk at your own pace. Two giftshops, toilets, a café, and I think I saw lockers? Plenty of young people with sketch pads which is nice to see.
Feb 26, 202518katey
My dream came true
The Van Gogh Museum was one of the highlights of my trip to Amsterdam! Seeing so many of Van Gogh’s works up close was amazing. The way the museum is organized takes you through his life and career, and it’s fascinating to see how his style evolved. I spent hours here, especially admiring some of his most famous paintings like 'The Starry Night' and 'Sunflowers.' The museum gets crowded, but it’s well worth a visit!
Feb 25, 2025M7795YLalisonm
Definitely worth a visit
A lot of his most famous works are very spread out but it was very interesting and I loved it! Would definitely recommend if you like Van Gogh or art in general
Feb 23, 2025Aburel
Beautiful
Back here after a lot of time. Impressed about the new entrance and setting. Top from the digital storage boxes! Then the architecture and the display. A memorial dedicated to Van Gogh. Im a fan of the sunflower, the irises and the spring blossom. A special moment. Oh, both the cafes and the shops are worth a try.
Feb 23, 2025louiville7
An excellent journey into the famous artist's life
The famous museum is 20 minutes from Amsterdam Centraal Station (Eurostar). It is in the area surrounded by other popular museums. It is recommended to buy tickets in advance though you may be able to get tickets on the day. Entry is straightforward and there are plenty of staff around to welcome and support. It is essential to ensure backpacks and camera bags are kept in front of you as staff will ensure this is done. The museum itself has three floors and provides a journey of the beginning and end of the famous artist. This focus on the story makes travelling through the floors quickly enjoyable and the museum is not overtly too large. There are few resting areas for those who grow tired of walking. Alongside the story, the museum showcases the artist's influences and details the artistic styles used. The shop is excellent and it will be hard to leave without purchasing as there are high-quality items available. I highly recommend a visit to this excellent museum that shows a different and enjoyable offer for the museum experience.
Feb 22, 2025Kingcoparamedic
For “not” an art guy, it was well done.
I know painters via watching Jeopardy. I was skeptical about a day just with Van Gogh paintings. However, the museum is excellent. Well set up and keeps people moving along without lots of gathering. We spent nearly 2 hours there. Which surprised me as it didn’t feel like that. The only downside is the constant stairs. If you have someone mobility impaired with you, it’s tough moving around. Elevators exist but nearly always a line or full.
Feb 21, 2025Daydream53706894138
Fantastic art museum
An absolute must visit in Amsterdam and definitely one of the best art museums I’ve ever seen. Although the tickets were quite pricey, our visit was completely worth it. Recommend you book the tickets one week beforehand if you’re a student so you take advantage of the discount they offer.
Feb 20, 2025lucyemmanz
A great time - but book tickets ahead!
The only reason this isn't 5/5 is because the entry ticket is a little steep. There was a good range of his (and other artists' works), they broke down his life and the massive range of portraits well. I booked tickets for first thing, so it wasn't too crowded. The gift shop had a good range of options too.
Feb 19, 2025LeslieH673
Worth a visit if you can
We were really excited about this museum as we're Van Gogh art fans, and while the museum is nice, it simply didn't hold a candle to the Rijksmuseum nearby. It felt like it couldn't decide if it was a Van Gogh history or a Van Gogh art museum, and never fully got to be either. It certainly wasn't a bad way to spend a few hours though!
Feb 19, 2025Leese321
Amazing experience
We had a private english tour through get your guide which was bit extra but definitely worth it. Tour guide gave a talk on Van Gogh life and his paintings.. this was so interesting. Tour was 2 hours and group was small. Would definitely recommend.
Feb 17, 2025M9311WMcharliel
Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh museum is a must see for any art/history fans visiting Amsterdam. The museum is modern and well stacked with multiple works of Van Gogh as well as other famous artists. The highlights of this museum are the famous sunflowers and The Bedroom in Arles. I would recommend booking in advance during peak hours to avoid any disappointment.
Feb 17, 2025mwilliams15
Definately worth seeing although sold out ot wasn’t overcrowded nice numbers allowed in great tour guide
Definately worth doing but I never researched properly and though the immersive experience was here, it’s not it’s elsewhere in the city We opted to pay €7 for a tour guide Charlotte She was very good and we found out a few bits of history we had no ideas about Well worth doing mind you and saw some originals of his best works
Feb 17, 2025CaptainCondom
Best thing to do in Amsterdam
One of the best art galleries in the world. I’ve been to many and this so well put together enhanced by the audio guide. It’s my wife’s favourite artist so she loved it. I have huge respect for the man but also really enjoyed it. The whole thing seems well thought through.
Feb 16, 2025Lian3333
Must do!
This museum is a must do. I learned so much from the visit. The art is wonderful and the entire experience was high quality. It was very easy to use the tram to get to the museum district.
Feb 15, 2025juliebZ7480FP
Did not disappoint!
Was not disappointed. The audio tour was amazing and worth the extra money to explain some of the lesser known pieces on display. The tour brought Vincent to life.
Feb 15, 2025bensM329AF
Dutch finest.
9/10 something to do in Amsterdam, and 10/10 museum art. Has the largest collection of Original and well preserved Van Gogh paintings. And a timeline for his entire life. Original classics Displayed such as - Sunflowers/The bedroom and many, many of his classic portraits.
Feb 12, 2025a_coupland18
Very busy, but truly incredible.
It is a guarantee that this attraction will always be busy, however, it is worth every second you spend there. As a novice art lover, I was captivated by each and every single piece. The brush strokes, the colour palettes, and the stories surrounding Van Gogh's life with each one. It truly is such a historical, captivating story that Van Gogh was able to tell on canvas, and through his work. I'd easily spend a whole afternoon here, despite how busy and packed it was. Definitely worth a stop while touring through Amsterdam.
Feb 11, 2025E2944IWkarenp
Vincent Van Gogh Museum Netherlands
Awesome tour of the Van Gogh Museum with our guide, Genevieve, from Loving Vincent Tours! Genevieve was extremely pleasant and very knowledgeable. Her expertise made this tour one of the best we’ve ever encountered from any tour agency!
Jan 29, 2025CM1602
Art at the highest level
A visit to the Van Gogh Museum Amsterdam should be on every art lover's programme when visiting the city. Even if Van Gogh's paintings are already well known to the general public, a visit to the museum opens up a new perspective on the artist. The exhibition, with its thematic focus and additional explanations, deepens knowledge about Van Gogh and his work. The wealth of works on display is unique and these alone have a special effect on the visitor.
Jan 27, 2025PaulW723
tells the she story of an amazing life and artist
Great Gallery, full of Van Gogh artworks and his influencers, tells the she story of an amazing life and artist. In a good location in the museum district so easy to get to. You need to book in advance, as it gets busy. I bought with a comnbo on the Iamsterdam card which gave cheaper access, so worth checking out the Iamsterdam card, as I saved allot of money by using the card and tried a few things
Jan 27, 202528et
Amazing Art, Annoying Tourists
As an art lover, I was very excited to visit this museum. I was very impressed; enamoured by the works. I often found myself overwhelmed by the history and the sheer magnitude of the art on display. However, it was often difficult to view some of the more famous works due to other tourists and guided groups. This wasn’t much of an issue since it’s to be expected, but at the end of the museum when viewing ‘Almond Blossom’ it seemed a line of pesky Americans had formed to take pictures with the art. I have no problem with people taking pictures of the art — I do it myself to practice sketching and to learn more, but when it’s with the art, it becomes insufferable, especially when the majority of people would like to view the painting and you are hindering them from doing so. Nobody could get close to a glimpse of the painting because of the people posing directly in front of it. My advice if you would like to visit is plan your trip early in the day. We went at 10am and the first part of our visit was great, but when more tourists had arrived (around 11:30-12pm), it became difficult to appreciate the art without the distraction of inconsiderate attention-seeking tourists. The locker system was also quite convoluted, but I was glad that it was free. The restaurant seemed nice having plant-based options clearly marked, however we were seated at a table with no QR code and were unable to order. The server said they would return to take our order but after an awkward and hungry 20 minutes, we decided to leave. No hard feelings though, restaurant work is difficult especially in such a busy attraction.
Jan 24, 2025J2074RGkatiec
An amazing experience- a must visit!
We pre booked tickets online. The queue when you arrive is quite large but it moved quickly and the gallery is big enough that it didn’t feel crowded. Certain works of art have more of a crowd but it didn’t detract from the experience. We were still able to see everything. We also had the audio tour which was super informative. We also visited the cafe which was super quick service.
Jan 21, 2025
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