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Van Gogh Museum
Vincent van Gogh was incredibly prolific in the 10 years he was active as an artist, creating over 900 paintings, drawings and sketches. The Van Gogh Museum is home the world’s largest collection of his work as well as many of the letters he wrote. All together, and with works by his contemporaries on display as well, the museum offers a unique window into Van Gogh's life and artistic journey.
The Van Gogh Museum's collection includes over 200 paintings, 500 drawings and 750 letters by Vincent van Gogh. As one of the most recognized names in modern art, encountering his masterpieces directly is an experience not to be missed. Make your trip to Amsterdam complete with a visit to this captivating museum.
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The world’s largest collection of Van Gogh's work -
See works by Van Gogh’s contemporaries -
Read Van Gogh’s personal letters
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The world’s largest collection of Van Gogh's work
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See works by Van Gogh’s contemporaries
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Read Van Gogh’s personal letters
Museumplein 6
1071 DJ Amsterdam
Museumplein 6
1071 DJ Amsterdam
The Van Gogh Museum is The Netherlands’ second most-visited museum, attracting between one to two million visitors each year. It is located on the Museum Square. On the famous square you can also find the Rijksmuseum, the Royal Concertgebouw and the Stedelijk Museum.
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).
You’ll also learn about the painter’s captivating history and his influence on the development of modern art. The museum thus also shows 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 era he lived in.
Book your museum ticket or combine it with other Amsterdam activities!
The Van Gogh Museum is The Netherlands’ second most-visited museum, attracting between one to two million visitors each year. It is located on the Museum Square. On the famous square you can also find the Rijksmuseum, the Royal Concertgebouw and the Stedelijk Museum.
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).
You’ll also learn about the painter’s captivating history and his influence on the development of modern art. The museum thus also shows 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 era he lived in.
Book your museum ticket or combine it with other Amsterdam activities!
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ChildrenChild ticket for 0-17 year olds
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Opening hoursMonday - Sunday: 9.00 - 18.00
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Ticket informationTicket directly available on smartphone
Tickets can be rescheduled up to 48 hours in advance, tickets cannot be cancelled -
Free WiFi available
Wheelchair accessible
Free access to bathroom
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ChildrenChild ticket for 0-17 year olds
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Opening hoursMonday - Sunday: 9.00 - 18.00
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Ticket informationTicket directly available on smartphone
Tickets can be rescheduled up to 48 hours in advance, tickets cannot be cancelled -
Free WiFi available
Wheelchair accessible
Free access to bathroom
- The optional Multimedia Tour is available in English, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin and Russian
- When you have booked the multimedia tour, you can pick it up at the Information desk
- Pets are not permitted inside the Van Gogh Museum, except for guide dogs
- The optional Multimedia Tour is available in English, Dutch, German, French, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish, Japanese, Korean, Mandarin and Russian
- When you have booked the multimedia tour, you can pick it up at the Information desk
- Pets are not permitted inside the Van Gogh Museum, except for guide dogs
Loved this visit far more than I thought I would. I like van gogh's work and knew a little of his life. However this museum explored his work and his life simultaneously so I gained a far greater appreciation of his works and looked at many in a new light. The relationship with his brother Theo was fascinating as was the story of how the museum was founded upon the altruism and pride of van gogh's family for Vincent's work. The experience touched me which I must say surprised me. A must visit if in Amsterdam.
Very modern, professionally organised museum/gallery - I wouldn't consider myself a particular art lover however with Van Gogh being one of the world's most famous artists in history I wanted to go during my visit to Amsterdam and wasn't disappointed. There are plentiful lockers to store your belongings in so you're not walking around in wet coats, carrying bags etc. and the café in the main atrium was nice to fuel up for the visit. The art pieces are spaced out well so only the most popular paintings are crowded and generally you can make your way around at your leisure - we didn't have a tour or audio guide (mainly because, as above, we're not that into art so wouldn't have benefited from this). The location of the museum itself was also well positioned for our trip to the Christmas markets outside, so if you are visiting Amsterdam in December this is something to note!
Really amazing art and a must go if you are an art lover! Only thing I’d say is security were very rude to me on the door. Took a picture of the outside to show my mum I was there as the tickets were her birthday gift to me, and he refused to let me enter until I deleted the picture as he thought it was of him! It was embarrassing and left a sour start to the exhibition visit. The art and staff inside was all amazing!
Fantastic exhibition and well set out. The main permanent side was definitely worth the entry alone. Looking at Van Gogh development of his artwork was insightful. We did find the temporary side of the exhibition hall a bit of a disappointment but we’d already enjoyed the main part so wasn’t a big issue.
What an incredible enriching experience. We visited the museum with the audio book option and it was amazing. I strongly recommend this option not only for kids, but for adults also. It is filled with comments and insights on the life of Van Gogh that makes the visit even more interesting.
Not usually someone who spends a lot of time in art museums, but this was a great experience. The layout is clear and the collection is fascinating, even for someone who isn’t an art expert. Definitely worth a visit if you want to see Van Gogh’s work up close without feeling rushed.
I tried going to VanGogh Museum on last visit to Amsterdam but couldn't get tickets so this trip I made sure to reserve in advance. It was well worth the wait! Be sure to reserve your tickets.
Just as I imagined, the magnificent paintings are something everyone must see. I was a fan before, but seeing them in real life brings you a totally different experience. The colors are so much more vivid in person, and you can actually see the thick texture of his brushwork on the canvas. It’s one thing to see The Potato Eaters or Almond Blossom in a book, but standing inches away from them is a total game-changer. I loved reading his personal letters too, as they made him feel like a real person rather than just a famous name. If you’re in Amsterdam, you honestly can't skip this—it’s a memory I’ll keep forever.
One of the highlights of our trip to Amsterdam was visiting the museum. The collection is so rich and varied, and seeing so many Van Gogh pieces in one place was truly unforgettable. We got there early and had the chance to enjoy the exhibits without the crowds, which made the experience even better. It was nice not to feel rushed since you can take as much time as you like once you're inside. If you're ever in Amsterdam, this place is a must-visit!
Beautiful museum close to at least two others an honour to visit We booked ahead with a day and time makes it easier no huge queues
One of a kind experience. Getting you closer at why, when, how Van Gogh was a person and worked with his paintings. Nowhere else would you be able to experience this.
Very crowded, but the works presented here at the museum are never to be missed. Most room and work captions on the walls are well-written and very informative. Don't miss reading those. We viewed the temporary exhibition first at ground level and worked our way up floor by floor. Some people seems to go up first and work way down. I think our way is better. Don't miss the huge projected screen when you're going up and down stairs. Suddenly, the stairs become very nice photo spots. Try to be there early. We did 9:30 am slot. A must for anyone who's visiting Amsterdam or Netherlands ^^
I was genuinely surprised at how much I loved our visit here! 1) Book tickets online in advance. 2) The audio tour is brilliant and well worth paying a small amount extra for. I loved that even on the audio tour you could choose three versions, depending on how much time you have and how in-depth you want to listen. 3) Store your items in a locker - it’s free and nice to walk around with nothing to carry! 4) Either go early or go late, it is really busy in the mid afternoon. 5) Drinks are quite expensive but at the cafe, however, I saw a couple of free water fountains so bring a bottle (or buy a cool Van Gogh one while you are there!) The gallery itself is beautiful and you’ll be so pleasantly surprised at how many paintings he did!
Wonderful place to see these originals. Lovely restaurant too. A must see for art lovers. It's also in a lovely location so plenty of other places to see and visit nearby.
This museum is a must see if you are in Amsterdam. We spent more than 2 hours inside. Get the audio guide. Don’t even think about it. It is worth every single penny. It was mesmerizing to see the paintings and learn about Van Gogh in detail.
This is a truly exceptional museum. We reserved a 9AM Saturday in November,. so crowds were very manageable throughout a 2-3 hour visit. The audio tour was excellent, and a must if you don't have extensive prior knowledge about Van Gogh. Staff were plesant and helpful. The definite highlight of our visit.
Interesting exhibits that provide a wholistic view of Van Gogh and his life. I enjoyed learning about the bond he shared with his brother and how his sister in law and nephew championed his work after his death. The museum also addressed his mental illness respectfully and reminded visitors that was just part of his story, not his entire life. I was disappointed Starry Night was not exhibited or even mentioned anywhere. Maybe a licensing thing? Also, it was hard to get up close and study the more high profile paintings because there tended to be people crowding around the most famous works and taking pictures. This was especially annoying considering an infinite amount of pictures of pieces such as Sunflowers can be found online. The gift shop was very nice.
It’s a nice museum with nice art works and explanations. There is free lockers and backpack are not allowed in the exhibition, so they need to be left in the free lockers.
An absolute must-see. Viewing Van Gogh's work was the experience of a lifetime and learning more about his struggles made his work come alive. Even it you are typically NOT a museum goer, a visit here is essential to a visit to the Netherlands. A word of caution: It is buy, and we were there off season, so plan an early visit and remember to rent the audio program; it adds much color to his story. It was the highlight of our visit.
I had a rainy day in Amsterdam and chose to see The Stedelijk, Moco and Van Gogh museum on the same day. Really enjoy the audio tour of the Van Gogh Museum. The information of the tour really added to the art. Went at the end of the day to minimize crowds. Highly recommend.
We visited on our trip to Amsterdam this October, family of 4. Our kids 8 & 6 had such a fantastic time here, they enjoyed listening to the headsets and the books they were given to complete on the way around. Great experience
We took our kids here as it’s my husband’s favorite artist. It was such a special experience to share as a family. The layout is awesome, as you go up through the museum you can read about the progression of Van Gogh’s life and we learned so much. The gift shop is fantastic. We all found a souvenir to remember the visit by.
Truly a remarkable museum. We all know Van Gogh's art, but the museum does a great job explaining his brief life, productive art career, family and revolutionary approach to painting and seeing color. Book ahead, choose an early time, and get the audio tour!!!
Lots of interesting artwork to see. I didn't have an audio device (there is a charge for it) but don't feel I missed out because there is a lot of written information by each piece of art (English and Dutch). I was pleased I got to see Sunflowers: which had a large crowd standing around it and I also liked 'The Bedroom'. However, I was disappointed to see that 'Starry Night' was missing. When I checked later on I discovered it's in another museum in New York (I think). But overall, I enjoyed the experience. It's very busy and popular though. The cafe and gift shop were good too.
Definitely worth the visit in case u r fan of this insane genius of an artist..... Going through his life and his inspirations to create such masterpieces..... 4 star only for the reason that I was looking forward his " Starry night" painting which unfortunately is not displayed in this museum.... The shop is quite amazing for any purchases.....as a memoir..... A must visit.
Great museum at a reasonable price. A vast collection of Van Gogh's artworks. It took me several hours to see the whole thing.
A fabulous museum! Please make sure you purchase tickets in advance and include the audio tour. The audio tour provides so much more information than just reading about the art!
If you only have time to visit one attraction in Amsterdam, make sure it’s the Van Gogh museum. Yes, it’s not cheap but how do you put a price on seeing so many of his paintings up close? I recommend the audio tour which was very informative, I learned a lot about his life and the support he received from his brother Theo, and the role his sister-in-law, Johanna played in promoting his work. Allow at least two hours for your visit. Thoroughly recommended and I look forward to going back!
We ere here a few years ago. This museum was fantastic then and was equally amazing today. You mustn’t visit Amsterdam and not make time for the Van Gogh museum.
Very educational and well done. The audio guide is informative and is well articulated. The layout is nice and we didn’t have too much crowding for as busy as it was. They have a large variety of his pieces as well as other artists.
I had always wanted to visit the Van Gogh Museum and I'm glad I did. However, there are a few things that could be improved. Although under 18s go free, €24, and soon to be 25, is a bit steep for what is on offer. What's more, there doesn't appear to be enough material to enlighten younger visitors to the significance of Van Gogh's art. Everything is very much adult-oriented. The audio guides are useful, but you will frequently find yourself aimlessly wandering about as the signage and audio directions are somewhat confusing. A few videos in a film theatre explaining Van Gogh's life and work would be helpful, especially as nowadays most information is communicated visually online. More could have been said on Van Gogh's artistic influences, to what extent his mental struggles affected his artistic eye and how the historical context of the time played its part. More could also have been said regarding Van Gogh's death and the theory of accidental homicide, if merely to debunk it. Nice to have underlined the role of Joanna, Vincent's sister-in-law, in making sure that Van Gogh's work became known to the general public. Several of Van Gogh's greatest works are, of course, to be found in other art galleries, but, despite the above caveats, a visit to the Van Gogh museum is nevertheless worthwhile.
Outstanding! The museum was very well laid out and we paid for the audio tour, which was well worth it. The opportunity to see his beautiful art up close was a once in a lifetime experience. There were many other artists works displayed as well, Monet and Gauguin. Amazing!
Well worth a visit and be sure to book in advance. You get a very up close and personal view of the art, can examine the brush strokes and colors at your leisure and in minute detail if you would like. Museum is well laid out and very organized. Audio guide not really worth the purchase as focus is only on a few things in the audio guide, can get more from reading the placards near the paintings. A nice little gift shop is there too. Be sure you can navigate stairs as there is one elevator that takes a bit of time and should be reserved for strollers and those with mobility issues.
So well setup, so interesting. It explains very well the context in which the art was produced. the different paintings available are very well lit and displayed. Definitely a pleasure to visit. Don’t miss it!
Do not buy your tickets on here. Go directly to the website!! The tickets are on their site for a fraction of the price. Do not get scammed like me.
The Van Gogh Museum was fantastic. The history behind Van Gogh’s life is presented brilliantly, clear, engaging, and easy to follow. The museum also has a great collection of his work, giving you a real sense of his artistic journey and development. It’s a must visit in Amsterdam for anyone interested in art or history.
Whether art expert, fan, or newbie, this museum does a great job of telling Van Gogh’s life and art. It features a broad cross section of his 2000 plus works and brings to life a complicated man who many remember only for cutting off an ear. The museum is modern, large, and handles its big (although limited) crowds well. Be sure to but your ticket well in advance and maybe choose your timed entry for an off time (very early, late, non-weekend). Bookstore, restaurant, cafes, free bag check, audio guides, restrooms.
Great museum so many great works on veiw and not just van gogh. Pick your times wisely as gets busy. Don't take big bags with you.
Visited mid week, mid day. Purchased tickets online the evening before. Museum was sold out and was busy, but manageable. Did have to queue to see some of the main paintings. For some might be too busy so earliest slot in day might be preferable. we didn't mind. Lockers were free and very useful. I'd recommend the audiotour. it is affordable and informative. When you get the device there is a choice of highlights, full or extended. Realised the extended option was the best and not very long. we were finished within 1.5 hrs. Loved it!
A wonderful space dedicated to one of the greatest artists of all time. I appreciated the curation here and the way Van Gogh’s life was explored as you explored the collection. Highly recommend for lovers of his work.
The Van Gogh Museum had been on my must-visit list for years, and it was absolutely worth the wait. While I’ve always wanted to see beautiful Amsterdam, the main draw for me was this museum. Experiencing so much of Vincent’s work in one place, and following the stages of his life as each section unfolds, was truly unforgettable. After reading reviews, we decided to buy our tickets in advance, and I’m so glad we did. Many people were turned away on the day, as it was fully booked. Although the museum uses timed tickets and was busy, it never felt overwhelming. Although I am a lifelong Vincent fan, I was astounded at just how prolific he was, seeing many pieces I had not even heard of before. Walking through the galleries was an emotional journey for me; learning more about Vincent’s struggles with mental health while standing before the works where he poured out his soul was deeply moving. His ability to capture the raw beauty of nature with such vivid colors and emotion is profoundly inspiring. Some iconic pieces, like 'Sunflowers', naturally drew a crowd which was constant, but people were patient and respectful, everyone was there to absorb and appreciate his genius. Visiting the Van Gogh Museum was a truly special experience, one I will treasure forever.
Frank was an amazing guide. Even though his schedule had been completely changed at the last minute he kept us in the loop via text. I believe this museum experience was enhanced due to the knowledge of our guide and his passion for this museum experience!
A great museum. You learn a lot of Van Gogh’s history. It will probably take you about 1.5-2 hours to go through it. We had 9am tickets. When we showed up, they had a sign saying all tickets were sold out, so book early. They have lockers at the entrance if you don’t want to carry your stuff around. They are free.
We heard about Van Gogh paintings but not about him as an individual. So visiting this museum allows us to better know the painter instead of the paintings alone. What an interesting man and journey for him and his paintings. So tragic how he ended his life though.
Easy access, well laid out, organised well and friendly, helpful staff. Paintings and descriptions were so good and informative.
A magnificent collection of Van Gogh’s work housed in a superb museum. While many of the greatest Van Gogh pictures are in other museums such as the Met and Musee D’Orsay, nothing can compare with the breadth of this collection, and in particular the self portraits and the frenzied output from his final days. The collection survives through the dedication of his sister in law, the foresight of family and the Dutch state, and luck. The museum is big, filled with light and tells the story of Vincent’s life so well. It’s never crowded because ticket sales are strictly controlled so don’t think you can just turn up here - book at least 3 weeks in advance, and months out if you want to be certain. The cafes here are also good, especially the sunflower cake, and of course there’s a massive gift shop.
Great deal! No problems front of the line, walked right in. Being in the middle of a heat wave it was a no hassle moment that the 3 of us appreciated.
We really enjoyed my visit to the Museum in Amsterdam. The layout made it easy to follow Van Gogh’s life and see how his art changed over time. Standing in front of his famous works felt special, and the museum gave a deeper understanding of the person behind the paintings. It was busy, but still worth it. A must-see if you’re in Amsterdam.
Enjoyed the museum visit and saw many famous paintings. We are not big art lovers so didn’t spend long here it only took an hour. Was expensive to get in but it’s a once in a lifetime thing so worthwhile. A modern well laid out museum.
Great audio tour that allowed you to go through at your own pace. Lots of info about the life of Van Gogh and some of the struggles he endured
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