Van Gogh Museum
Location
Essentials
- 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
Practical info
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
More information
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Accessibility
Getting there
Public Transport
Nearest stops are Vijzelgracht (metro 52), Museumplein (tram 2, 5 & 12) and Van Baerlestraat (tram 3).
About
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.
Reviews
563 reviews
Great Experience
If you are at all a fan of art you should go to the museum. There is a very well done audio guided tour. If you are looking into stopping at the museum then you are clearly into art and it is a must stop.
Glad we pre-purchased tickets
I’m so glad I secured our tickets before our trip as entry is limited. When we arrived at the museum there was a line of people who were being turned away as they did not have pre-purchased tickets. We bought the audio tour and were able to see everything on the tour list in about an hour. We really enjoyed all the works in the museum and you were able to freely take photographs of the paintings.
Absolutely fantastic
Fantastic museum. Incredible to get to see so many Van Gogh pieces, some great pieces that I had not seen before, as well as getting to see the famous ones such as Sunflowers. We had 10:15 entry and would recommend try go as early as you can to enjoy as much as possible without crowds. However I think could be enjoyed regardless. Once in can spend as long as you like. Free place to store bags. !!book tickets in advance!! 100% recommend when in Amsterdam.
The quintessential Van Gogh experience!
It had been 10 years since our first visit to the Van Gogh Museum. And this time they allowed photography (no flash). We had reserved time-entry tickets in advance of our visit at 11am. It was a short line to enter into the atrium reception area. There are free lockers to stow any large bags, coats, etc. After getting settled, we made our way up to the galleries to enjoy some Van Gogh categorized as Self Portraits, Inspired by. Landscapes, Everyday Life, Artistic Flourishing, Artistic Exchange, Everything for Vincent, and more. We spent about 3 hours wandering about the galleries, taking in all of these Van Gogh works and learning more about him and his life and his family. It was so interesting to see a couple hundred works by Vincent!! And to learn more about how he worked, especially once he added colors so brilliant to his paintings!This museum is worth a visit, especially if you have the time to view and appreciate individual works! Be sure to take a break and visit the cafe for a beverage and some down time. And before we left, we took in the Anselm Kiefer exhibition to see how Kiefer has been influenced by Van Gogh. Interesting to see his large-scale works and their intersection with Vincent.
Great Audio Guide
I'm not a big art museum person but felt like visiting the Van Gogh museum while in Amsterdam was a must. We went with our two teenagers. It surpassed my expectations. The audio guide was very well done. Several tour options to choose from depending on your time and interest level (with something for young kids). We did the highlights tour and it was perfect. Touched on about 20 pieces, explaining how it related to his life and artistic style/evolution. We were there for about an hour which was just right for our level of interest and teenagers' attention span.
Great emotions for magnificent paintings
Our group of friends had selected the Van Gogh Museum as one of the must-see places in Amsterdam. For me, it was the second visit, probably more appreciated because we took the time to wander around the entire museum (audio guide around the neck but not constantly used). It takes half a day (we had chosen a morning, it's a good choice !) to see (or see again) many of the paintings of this great painter, including famous canvases. The tour is very well done and we follow the life story in parallel with the painter's journey. Great emotions for this unforgettable visit!
Worth the trip
If you decide to come here, make sure you get your tickets well in advance. Also, we prepaid the audio tour, which is well worth it. There is a line for your time slot and then you go in and get your audio in English and we did the highlights Tours we were only there one full hour, and it was more than enough for us. We are not into museums. The highlights literally give you the highlights of the three floors of the museum. If you’re in Amsterdam, it’s a must. Our ticket included entrance into modern art across the alleyway, which we went into as well. Worth seeing.
A must visit in Amsterdam
A must visit for any art, history lovers or bucket list chasers! One of Holland’s most famous individuals, the museum hosts hundreds of paintings and drawings included several of his most famous. Allow some time to access the museum, it was a bit of faff getting in scanning the tickets, but once you’re in, highly recommending picking up one of the audio tours. They are extremely beneficial and less than 4 euros! Allow 1-2 hours for your visit, and take note it closes at 18:00. So make sure you book earlier if you don’t want to be rushed for time. There are three levels to visit, with stairs and lift access, so it’s very easy to get around and also wheelchair friendly. Easy to locate in Amsterdam as well and the ticket prices are affordable. Overall a great visit and a must if you’re visiting Amsterdam!
Excellent Museum
We forgot to get tickets in advance but found out from the security staff the museum releases a block of tickets online at 5 pm the day before, so we obtained the tickets that way. The museum tells the life story through van Gogh’s drawings and paintings. The displays are well laid out and although at times a bit crowded, the other guests were quiet and courteous. We spent 2.5 hours in the museum and additional artists displays. It was a moving visit.
We Enjoyed It
We arrived early after visiting the Rikjksmuseum. We were about 2 hours early for our ticket time and were hoping they would let us in. I wasn’t feeling great and when I told the ticket taker she let us in early. We thought the building was interesting and the art was great. We did have to leave our small bag in a locker. When we went to retrieve it the machine would not work. Others were having problems as well. Turns out you have to use the machine that is directly in front of the locker you are using. It was frustrating to be sure. Staff were more pleasant than the other museums we visited. Every place we went was very busy. We were told the summer months are much worse. I think anyone visiting mostly anywhere in Amsterdam should get tickets in advance to avoid either not being able to get in or long waits. And it’s much hotter than April, so consider having to wait in the heat without an advance purchased ticket.
Great place for art lovers
For a Van Gogh Museum, it doesn't have too many Van Goghs. There's good art on display, from various artists, and the museum is quite large. They don't allow large bags in, and have convenient lockers available - free to use. The tickets seel out in advance, so make sure to pre-book. Thes gift shop inside is quite nice too.
Highly enjoyable afternoon
The Van Gogh exhibition is wonderful and vast. Tristan, our guide, was really engaging, friendly and gave such an interesting and entertaining tour. I got the most from my visit by taking this tour than I would have otherwise. I'm really pleased I went with this tour guide.
Van Gogh Museum Day
Unforgettable day at this museum. Enjoyable time, timed entry made it easy. Loved learning about this artist. Great time
Must Visit While In Amsterdam
Whatever level of art lover you are, this museum is worth a vist. One can take a private tour, but you can also rent an audioguide and tour the museum at your leisure. You can pick a complete tour or highlight tour on the audioguide, it has to do with your interest and time available. Great modern building, BEAUTIFUL art, not just Van Gogh. Do reserve entry time before you go, they are strict.
Fantastic Museum
A fantastic museum. Now I'm no art buff but this place was fascinating to learn about Van Gogh and his life. He did so many paintings! Not too busy and I would recommend the audio tour as well as that's really good. Great place to visit.
Great museum!
Fantastic museum. Just the right size. Great set up and lay out. Lovely shop. We loved our experience here and learned a lot.
Well worth it.
We pre-booked this experience as many others were already booked up. It was a good visit we chose to do the audio tour and had the option to go at your own pace. There was a bit of queuing but not too long. It was well worth doing the audio tour as I could follow the tour at my own pace because I don’t walk very fast. There were lifts and escalators because the exhibition is on 3 floors. The only let down was a very rude man who didn’t have time to hand out the devices and explain how to use them! He was rushing people through. Be aware you are not allowed to take large bags with you and there is a handbag check. But on the whole was good value.
Van Gogh museum
Great museum. Glad I go the ticket in advanced and it was for the opening time. I got to see the art before the museum got super crowded. The museum had a lot of Van Gogh art and it is a must. The only thing I did not like was that the start of the line was not marked and the line of tourists that queue at the door before the museum opened, was not considered when they moved us to the correct place.
Great but phone cameras spoil
Beautiful building, airy and very clean. Collection is stunning, with accessible interesting information. Only downside is many pictures are blocked by people taking lengthy rounds of photos/selfies. It would be great if popular galleries like this would consider having phone-free sessions for people who just want to look at the pictures.
Nice museum
I went to visit amsterdam with friends so we had to see the van gogh museum. We already had tickets that we purchased on the website because we heard it was full almost everyday so we didn’t wait to much. We discovered a lot on information about van gogh and his life.
Van Gogh Museum
My husband and I enjoyed it very much!! Well Recommended. Easy to get around . It was wonderful to appreciate his art from the early years and the transformation in his art. Magnificent
Life lessons from Van Gogh
My daughter and I learnt so much about Van Gogh, and my respect for him as an artist and human being has deepened. There are many profound life lessons here and van Gogh’s letters are as interesting as his art. We didn’t go on a guided tour, we used the headphones with recorded information. We spent about two hours on the museum and 15 minutes in the gift shop where we picked up some beautiful Van Gogh souvenirs. Kids under 18 enter for free when accompanied by a parent or caregiver. I didn’t know this and bought a ticket for my daughter (which could not be refunded).
A Masterpiece of a Museum
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is a breathtaking journey through the mind and work of one of the most iconic artists in history. From the moment you walk in, you’re immersed in Vincent’s vibrant palette, emotional depth, and evolving technique. The layout takes you chronologically through his life, which makes it feel like you’re witnessing his personal and artistic transformation in real time. Seeing masterpieces like Sunflowers, The Bedroom, and Almond Blossom in person is a surreal experience the texture and brushstrokes add a dimension no print can replicate. But what makes the museum truly exceptional is how it goes beyond the art. Letters between Van Gogh and his brother Theo are displayed throughout, offering a deeply human look at his struggles, inspirations, and hopes. The museum is modern, well-organized, and easy to navigate, with helpful audio guides and informative plaques that enhance the storytelling without overwhelming you. Despite its popularity, the space flows well, although booking a timed ticket online is a must.
Great museum visit, lots to learn from Vincent
Well curated with an interesting audio guide. Such a beautiful setting in downtown Amsterdam. Gladly they limit the crowds because it’s very popular, we went early which I think helped with the crowds.
Prebook tickets AND audio guide!
Exhibits themselves are very good. An excellent display of beautiful art, but very busy! However, although we had pre booked tickets (it was sold out on our visit), we had not pre booked the audio guide, believing we could book at the museum. We were refused to buy the guide, despite it being advertised and standing in line, as they were only giving them to pre booked guests. At no point were we made aware that we wouldn’t be able to get these on the day. This was very disappointing and made us feel that we did not get as much out of the experience as we could have. By all means make the audio guide pre book only - but please advertise the fact at the point of booking on your website (or make it clear that you may not be able to buy on the day)!
Good museum, must visit in Amsterdam
Bought (for specific date and time) tickets on the museum's webpage, this is advisable as it gets very crowded Lots and lots of information and of course paintings arranged chronologically Museum shop, cloakroom on site
Nicely laid out museum
This museum is laid out in an ingenious way so that you travel through at a good pace. Not only are Van Gogh's works displayed, the works of contemporaries of his are also displayed. I got the audio tour, but I do not recommend it unless you are interested in Van Gogh as a person, what drove him and what he thought (very snobbish about peasants ). If you are interested in the art only, the audio tour is not necessary. The museum does get crowded, and it is primarily caused by selfie takers and content creators and they are quite obnoxious. Do not let them block art you are trying to see while they pose away.
Excellent museum
Highly recommend this museum. I felt I learned a lot about artist, his life and saw many works of art. I went with an excellent touring company called “loving Vincent” that I would highly recommend. I got last minute tickets luckily. My only recommendation would be that the museum have a small number of last minute tickets available 1 week and 48 hours ahead of time so more can enjoy.
Always excellent
I always love the Van Gogh museum and I love how they change things around inside. His hand drawings and his Japanese art certainly are the most interesting to me. It’s amazing how he changed his styles over the years. A must see in Amsterdam.
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.
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)
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.
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
A wonderful learning opportunity.
A lovely immersive experience , The first part is extremely relaxing and thought provoking. I enjoyed learning more about Van Gogh.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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
Great visit
Excellent content. Quality high for All informational signs. Clean. Good check-in process. Value for money was perfect.
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.
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.
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
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.
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.
