Things to do in Van Gogh Museum
Home to the world’s largest collection of Vincent Van Gogh’s paintings, the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam transports visitors on a fascinating journey through the life of the artist and his contemporaries. The museum introduces the complete story: the artist, the context, Van Gogh’s personal ambitions, his emotions, the myths that surround him and his influence right up until this very day. The Van Gogh Museum’s collection includes world-famous paintings such as Sunflowers, Almond Blossom and The Potato Eaters. The museum also organizes three temporary exhibitions every year.
The subjects portrayed by Van Gogh are mainly self-portraits, still lifes, landscapes and in particular paintings with cypresses, grain fields and sunflowers. Tragically, Van Gogh committed suicide at the age of 37 after a life full of unhappy love stories and persistent depressive crises. The master left behind more than 840 paintings and 1000 drawings, many watercolors, lithographs and sketches on letters currently located in the Van Gogh Museum as well as in hundreds of other renowned museums and art exhibitions around the world.
Opening times:
13 January to 19 March 2020 and 31 August to 1 October 2020:
- Open Saturdays to Thursdays from 9.00am to 5.00pm
- Fridays from 9.00am to 9.00pm
- Friday 14 February open from 9.00am to 5.00pm
20 March to 2 July 2020 and 2 October to 8 October 2020:
- Open Saturdays to Thursdays from 9.00am to 6.00pm
- Fridays from 9.00am to 9.00pm
- Friday 17 April open from 9.00am to 6.00pm
3 July to 30 August 2020:
- Open daily from 9.00am to 9.00pm
Holiday schedule:
- 23 December to 30 December 2020 (except public holidays):
- Open Sundays to Thursdays from 9.00am to 7.00pm
- Fridays and Saturdays from 9.00am to 9.00pm
Public holidays:
- 25 December (Christmas Day) and 31 December (New Year’s Eve) from 9.00am to 5.00pm
- 1 January (New Year’s Day) from 11.00am to 7.00pm
Address:
Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam
Getting there:
For the most up-to-date route: Click here
Public Transport:
- The nearest stops are Van Baerlestraat (tram 2, 5 or 12) or Museumplein (tram: 3, 5 or 12, bus: 347 or 357)
From Amsterdam Central Station:
- Tram 2 or 12
- Tram 11: change at Leidseplein to tram 2, 5 or 12
- Metro 52 (Noord/Zuid route) until De Pijp station, change to tram 3 (direction Zoutkeetsgracht) or tram 12 (direction Central station)
- Bus 347, direction Uithoorn
- Bus 357, direction Kudelstaart
- From Zuid WTC Station
- Tram 5 (direction Westergasfabriek)
From Amsterdam Amstel Station:
- Tram 12
From Amsterdam Sloterdijk Station:
- Tram 19, change at Leidseplein to tram 2, 5 or 12
From Muiderpoort Station:
- Tram 3 (direction Zoutkeetsgracht)
Parking:
- Located underneath Museumplein, Q-Park (entrance Van Baerlestraat) is the closest car park to the Van Gogh Museum. Please note that paid parking applies on the streets near the museum
Our recommendations in Van Gogh Museum
Get your tickets for the Van Gogh Museum, a must-see attraction in Amsterdam. Save time with time slot tickets to see the world-famous works by Vincent van Gogh.
Van Gogh Museum Private Guided Tour with Reserved Entry
You will visit the world's largest collection of Van Gogh's works on a 2.5-hour guided tour with museum entrance tickets included.
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Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum private guided tour
Join a 5.5-hour private guided tour including two of Amsterdam's most popular museums, the Rijksmuseum Van Gogh Museum.
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Van Gogh Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour with Reserved Entry
Book a 2.5-hour semi-private guided tour of the Van Gogh Museum and learn about one of the world's most famous artists – even though that fame only came after his death. This tour won't exceed 8 people and includes entry to the museum, which is valid for the whole day.
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Get your tickets for the Van Gogh Museum, a must-see attraction in Amsterdam. Save time with time slot tickets to see the world-famous works by Vincent van Gogh.
Van Gogh Museum Private Guided Tour with Reserved Entry
You will visit the world's largest collection of Van Gogh's works on a 2.5-hour guided tour with museum entrance tickets included.
en
Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum private guided tour
Join a 5.5-hour private guided tour including two of Amsterdam's most popular museums, the Rijksmuseum Van Gogh Museum.
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Van Gogh Museum Semi-Private Guided Tour with Reserved Entry
Book a 2.5-hour semi-private guided tour of the Van Gogh Museum and learn about one of the world's most famous artists – even though that fame only came after his death. This tour won't exceed 8 people and includes entry to the museum, which is valid for the whole day.
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The secret of the green sun Van Gogh Museum guided tour
Spend 2 hours in Van Gogh Museum with a knowledgeable guide to appreciate Van Gogh's paintings while diving into his marvelous world and learning more about his influenced arts.
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Van Gogh Museum self-guided audio tour with ticket
Book your tour and get an in-depth look into Vincent Van Gogh's life and most famous paintings.
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Combo Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum semi-private tour
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Gray Line Canal Cruise with Snackbox & Van Gogh Museum
Cruise Amsterdam's famous UNESCO World Heritage canals and enjoy the world's richest Van Gogh collection.
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Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum private half-day walking tour
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“We got into the museum very quickly thanks to online booking and had a great time viewing an amazing Van Gogh exhibition. Our advice would be book early on line for tickets to museums and exhibitions once you know which city you want to visit.”