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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
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See works by Van Gogh’s contemporaries
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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.
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.
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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
Unreal standing inches away from my favourite Van Gogh painting. Loved my experience here. Lots of floors to walk around. Dozens of artworks to look at. Multiple gift shops with lots of options.
The vibrant colors of Van Gogh’s paintings captivated us from the moment we stepped inside. The kids loved the interactive exhibits, which made learning about the artist’s life both fun and engaging. A must-see for any family looking for a creative spark in Amsterdam!
Now that I know how many paintings he created, I wonder if anyone is unaware that any of them are on their wall! Very intriguing, and it has stoked my want to learn more.
This review focuses on the museum and my sons, ages 10 and 14. My 10 year old “studied” Starry Night, so I took the boys to see the original in New York. They were bored and uninterested — but wanted to go to the Lego store to decide whether to buy the Lego version of Starry Night. Fast forward 1 year. I was very hesitant to bring them to the Van Gogh museum, and was planning on parking them in the cafe with their phones while I perused the art myself. How wrong I was! The museum has created amazing programs for children of all ages. There was a free drawing experience which we did not have time to visit, however, we rented the audio guide which has an interactive touch screen. This is great for the tech savvy generation. The museum also produced a “scavenger hunt” pamphlet for little kids and “Activity Trail” for older kids. The Activity Trail and promise of a prize upon completion, kept the boys occupied for two hours with no phones and no fighting. Let me repeat - TWO HOURS. Each floor is compact, so we let them explore sans parents. We stressed they should care for each other like the bond between Vincent and his brother (and spied on them to ensure good behavior). They enjoyed working on the activity book and were very happy with the prizes at the end. They continued to talk about their adventure even after we left. I want to thank the museum for making something interactive for children. They all know about brushstroke and the incident with the ear, but here they were prompted to look and question and wonder. Also, the promise of a prize is magical to children.
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is an absolute treasure for anyone who appreciates the genius of Vincent van Gogh! As a long-time admirer of his work, I was thrilled to finally visit this museum, and it exceeded all my expectations. The collection is breathtaking, showcasing a vast array of his masterpieces along with numerous drawings and letters that provide deep insights into his life and artistic journey. I was particularly impressed by how the museum presents the stories behind each painting, offering context that really enriches the viewing experience. Learning about the challenges he faced and the inspirations behind his iconic works added a whole new layer of appreciation for his art. My only disappointment was discovering that “Starry Night” wasn’t on display during my visit since it's currently at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC. I should have known! Nevertheless, the other incredible works, such as "Sunflowers" and "The Bedroom," more than made up for it. If you're a fan of Van Gogh or even just someone looking to dive into the world of art, the Van Gogh Museum is an absolute must-visit. It left me with a deeper understanding of his brilliance and a renewed passion for his incredible legacy!
This stop is always a must in Amsterdam. If you love the impressionists then I highly recommend seeing Van Gogh’s art as you can see it shift into a more impressionistic form in the collection at this museum!
A couple of pictures that I would like to have seen were not in the museum but the pictures that we saw were wonderful. All in all it was a beautiful experience.
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is absolutely brilliant. It offers an intimate look at Van Gogh’s life and work, displaying his most iconic pieces alongside lesser-known gems. The layout is thoughtful, guiding you through his artistic journey and personal struggles. Seeing his bold brushstrokes and vibrant colours up close is truly inspiring. The museum is well-organised, not too overwhelming, and the audio guide adds fascinating context. A must-visit for art lovers and anyone curious about one of history’s most remarkable painters.
Pre-booked our tickets almost a month ahead. Wonderful relaxing experience browsing the art pieces and reading his life story. Spacious and comfortable design over 3 floors. Try to book a morning visit slot to have a choice of locker spaces to keep your belongings. They offer 3 types of lockers at no charge - small, medium, and large with the latter suitable for winter coats and two umbrellas.
If there were a list of people questioning how a museum could be entirely devoted to the work of a single artist, that list would likely include Vincent Van Gogh and his family. During his lifetime Van Gogh was not highly regarded for his work, very little of it was purchased during this period, and following his passing his brother Theo and sister-in-law Jo continued the work of creating public awareness for his paintings. 🤯 The Vincent Van Gogh Museum offers more than just an opportunity to appreciate his art, but also an intimate personal portrait of the artist himself. The art that you’ll see is expectedly excellent, but the telling of his story is also noteworthy. Van Gogh had no interest in becoming an artist until the age of 27, but after crossing that threshold he dedicated the next year of his life to teaching himself to draw by studying the work of others. Upon entering one room that was dominated by no less than 13 self-portraits, I incorrectly surmised that they were completed simply out of vanity. Rather, I learned that they were actually self-directed exercises to further develop his skills in the application of color, brushwork, and facial expression portrayal. In spite of suffering mental breakdowns and being hospitalized in an asylum, he envisioned painting as a form of therapy and astonishingly produced more than 70 paintings over a 70 day period as a form of self-treatment. I was fascinated by standing so close to the paintings to clearly see not only the brushstrokes, but also the amount of paint that was applied to various sections. Take a look at the closeups I’ve included of “Wheatfield with a Reaper” and “Wheatfield under Thunderclouds.” The amount of paint Van Gogh applied makes these paintings feel like they’re 3 dimensional. If you’ve ever dreamt of actually running your fingers across a masterpiece, there’s a replica of “Sunflowers” that you are invited to touch so that you can better appreciate the unique textures. 😱 Making reservations is highly recommended, photography is permitted, and complimentary storage lockers are available. And that’s…Henry’s Take. #vangoghmuseum Finger Model Credit 👆@danavoros
This was my second visit to Van Gogh Museum. The museum is laid out thoughtfully and logically. This made it easy to understand the progression of Van Gogh’s career, important relationships with family, artists and friends as well as his troubled mind. Of course, the art is incredible. Well worth a visit. I was extremely thorough and spent about 2:15 in the museum.
Always a great experience , I love the artist , great place to be there and have also a coffee at the middle of the day , is a must when you visit Amsterdam . Been there 5 times and I never get tore to go again !
I’ve been to Amsterdam three times and finally got to the Van Gogh Museum! Did not disappoint but make sure you have plenty of time stand in awe!
You must pre-book from the website or you will not get in. We were not disappointed at all. We spent just over 3 hours in the Museum and the time flew by. It was not over crowded due to the timed tickets system in place. We both learnt so much about Van Gogh and to see his paint box was amazing. Well worth the money and highly recommend.
Recommend the audio guide! It's multilingual and you learn a lot from it as well. Very nice museum and super clean highly recommend
I expected this to be very good but it greatly exceeded my expectations! A great collection of his work and an intense description of his life. I'm very impressed!
The timeless beauty inside makes the Van Gogh worth visiting—multiple times. So many people want to see these paintings, extended hours would be a welcome addition. To enhance your visit, you should consider planning it during off-peak hours. Large crowds can sometimes detract from an enjoyable viewing experience. Large groups are the worst. The staff works diligently to ensure the safety of the art and every visitor. They have the best vibe. There is a café where you can relax before continuing your artistic adventure, although finding a seat can sometimes be challenging. Additionally, there is a gift shop offering a variety of items, from postcards to silk scarves.
A stunning collection , The Potato Eaters , Sunflowers , Wheatfield with crows. You really get an understanding of Van Gogh and how he worked. Try and book as early as you can .The museum is less busy after 3.30pm at the beginning of the week.
We went on an afternoon in November. It was busy but we could still get up close with the masterpieces from Van Gough. This probably sounds silly but there was a lot more of Van Gough’s art than I expected to see. The audioguide was very informative and we looked at every thing on the audio guide. We only viewed the permanent collection and we spent 2 hours exploring. I would definitely recommend for anyone coming to Amsterdam.
Very well organized museum with each floor dedicated to a period in the artist's life, as well as his contemporaries. Make sure you get tickets online in advance as it is often (usually) sold out -- which is a good thing because there's no overcrowding.
Some art museums are organized better than others and this was one of the best. The works were displayed appropriately to tell the stories that needed to be told. I love when art museums do that! I wished Van Gogh's chair was displayed with Gaugin's. There seemed to be some storytelling
Multi-level museum split up by his stages in life. So much info to take in. This is a must do. Beautifully organized and displayed.
I was an art minor in college, so visiting this museum was a no-brainer. I attended a major Van Gogh exhibit in St. Louis, MO in the 1970's with my mom and had studied his work off and on since then. This museum was very well put together. Each of the displays had related groupings of Van Gogh's work and stories to go with them, which is perfect for any museum. Unlike other European art museums, Van Gogh's works were very accessible without visual obstructions for the most part, including glaring glass. There were clear stories about how Van Gogh developed his style, his relationship with Theo and Jo, etc. I suspect there was some historical revision when presenting Van Gogh's final year's and death. As I had previously read and believe, both Theo and Vincent had syphilis, which made them crazy. Vincent and Gaugin shared a home and the rest of the story as told by the museum seemed highly sanitized. OK. I get it...
very interesting visit! learned a lot and saw so many beautiful works of art along the way. would highly recommend to all ages.
this museum is a must if you are visiting Amsterdam! I didn't appreciate just how much Van Gogh created over the years and this museum beautifully encapsulates his work alongside the story of his life. a very emotional but overall incredible experience.
great to see such famous paintings but expected it to be much larger, could have benefited from multiple signs next to paintings or larger signs as there would be large crowds around signs which made reading them difficult
It was an incredible museum.....and very informative. We all loved our time there and learned more about Van Gogh! Don't miss this one!
Such an incredible experience and one I will never forget. You don’t realise just how many paintings and drawings Van Gogh did throughout his life until you come here. We looked online and it said the tour would take about 90 minutes, we were in there 2 and a half hours altogether and didn’t even get to see it all at a leisurely pace and had to miss some of the exhibits to make sure we saw everything we wanted to. You have to book a time slot, and these can go quickly, so make sure you don’t miss out. Plus we paid extra for the audio tour which was amazing, really insightful and interactive and the voice available wasn’t too slow or monotonous. There is a shop in the museum, but also one just down the street too, so if you don’t have time to go shopping you still can without needing to buy another ticket. Overall, a fantastic experience that I would love to experience again.
Wonderful collection, and beautifully laid out. It is a completely different experience seeing Van Gogh's paintings in person. It does not compare to the pictures. The museum is spacious. There is also some information about Vincent's life and a few letters. It was pretty crowded, but that is to be expected. I only rated it 4/5 because I feel like there is room for more in-depth information, for those who are already familiar with the main events in his life and his work (and many people that visit are!). It feels a bit too minimalistic.
So much Van Gogh in one place!!!! Clearly visible evolution of the creativity and the style. Not an art man but enjoyed this one.
Booked ahead and prior to my visit I had a fall so was given a wheelchair to use during our visit. Staff were friendly and helpful, although it was quite difficult viewing the exhibits whilst in the wheelchair due to the crowds around certain paintings. The displays were informative and interesting but I do feel the entry cost is a little excessive for the duration of the visit and what's on offer.
Architecturally beautiful and a Master painter, one not to miss when in Amsterdam! Always a joy and have visited this museum more than once. Great museum shops in and around the museum.
The Van Gogh Museum was phenomenal and our guide extremely knowledgeable. She painted a wonderful picture of his life, the influence of other painters on his style, and the psychological changes that affected his work. What a tragic end to such a talented artist who was never really recognized during his lifetime. This museum is a "must see." To truly derive a full understanding of the artist and his work, you really should hire a guide for either an individual or small group tour. It is well worth the cost and you will get so much more out of your visit.
We made a reservation and paid for our tickets about a month before our arrival. On the day, we were about 45 minutes early...and they were able to let us in. We were very happy, as we had another reservation after for a canal boat-entering early gave us more time. We have seen Beyond Van Gogh twice (it is an amazing tour thru his life, especially in regards to his brother Theo), and have read many books about his life. Van Gogh was incredible. We really enjoyed this museum. It was a Saturday, and the sign said that they were sold out for the day-so I was glad that we purchased early. The Temporary exhibit that had just opened was Impressionists. We were thrilled, as Monet is a favorite as well as Impressionistic painting in general. It was a great day! The museum was packed, with many people wandering everywhere. However, the workers seemed to still be very friendly. There is an area for lockers to hold coats and bags so that you do not need to carry them thru the museum.
All the family really enjoyed this trip. Incredible to see his wonderful paintings, with a very thoughtful and logical layout of the museum. Must do for art lovers! Lots of stairs but lift option is available.
A great selection of the artist’s works, well presented. Roomy and light-filled space. A pleasure to visit. It also had easy parking
My sister-in-law, is a massive Van Gough fan and nobody else in our party wanted to go to the museum, so I said I'd go. We booked our tickets before we travelled. We arrived 10 minutes before our allocated time, joined the queue and smoothly entered. As you would expect, it is a busy place, especially around his most popular paintings.We spent a couple of hours wandering around and absorbing facts surrounding Van Gogh brilliance, as a painter, along with his rather tragic life story. I truely found it a learning experience and was glad I visited. There was a temporary exhibition,also on, featuring 150 years of Impressionists, Claude Monet being my favorite. Personally I think it's worth a visit if you're in Amsterdam.
The museum is nice, the concept of the museum is beautifully designed, the tour is about 1 hour and there are a lot of paintings to see. The only thing we were sad about was that we didn't get to see the Starry Night, which we found out after, that painting is in New York but it is not negative thing, just joke.
Lovely museum, lots of information about Van Gogh's life and his process as an artist my brother and my Mum went to the Van Gogh Museum in June 2023 last year where they enjoyed learning about the history of Van Gogh and my Mum got me the mini painting of Van Gogh from the gift shop . Some interactive bits about Van Gogh for the KS1 and KS2 primary school kids as well and hopefully I will come back to this museum in Amsterdam in the future
Martina was brilliant tour guide. Very knowledgeable she knew about history and describing paintings and ther style.Thank you
Got tickets online for the next day, without problems. After a short wait in line we were admitted and picked up our audio guides. We worked our way through in approximately chronological order. The crowd was significant but not overwhelming. It took us about 3 hours to see the specific pieces we wanted to see plus many more. The audio guides provide a lot of background and context for what you are seeing, highly recommended. This is one of the ca n't-miss museums in Amsterdam.
Excellent museum and access to a lot of artist works. Ensure you have at least 4 hours (if you really like the art and are willing to have an audio guide) as well as book your ticket in advance from their website, so you dont get told this at the entrance.
Beautiful museum, loved the art... but we did a "small group" of 15 tour, he was very knowledgable and interesting, but with no ear pieces it was very difficult to hear him, museum is very crowded, wouldn't do that again without audio.
Lovely museum, lots of information about Van Gogh's life and his process as an artist. Some interactive bits for kids as well. Very busy but people flowed well through the space so it didn't feel congested. Well stocked gift shops and cafe.
I went to the museum as a novice, not knowing much about Van Gogh, just the basics. That's why I chose to take the audio-tour, which I really recommand ! While giving technical details about the paintings, it also narrates the painter's life, and his strong and moving relationship with his brother. It also raises awareness on mental health issues, since Van Gogh went through a lot throughout his whole life. However, don't forget to book your ticket in advance, because the museum is really crowded. The only negative point for me is the price of the ticket, which is quite expensive. But it seems to be regular prices in the Netherlands.
To visit here, you should plan to make your online reservation well in advance. I do not know how early this place sells out, but I think it was sold out by the time we visited on a Monday early afternoon. I bought tickets online about 3 months in advance. While we were in line, a couple was ahead of us and they got turned away as their tickets were for some other museum (the staff guy said it was 20 minutes away) - so, I have no idea where they were trying to go, but be sure it's the right venue. The museum is located on the edge of a large open park. From above looking down as if on a clock face, the Van Gogh Museum is at around "8 p.m." while the Rijksmuseum is on the top edge of the park at "midnight". They are only about a 5-minute walk apart. I think there is a parking garage under this open park space, but that is only based on seeing an entrance that sloped down. We were on foot or taking the tram. At least 2 tram lines run along the edge of the park, so you can get from there to the Central Station on the tram in about 15 - 20 minutes. You just need a tap-to-pay credit card to access the trams (though you can buy a card pass also). You enter the museum in a mostly glass-walled building and have the tickets scanned. You then descend a level to an airy atrium where you store backpacks in a self-service locker area. It asks you to choose a 6-digit passcode (it suggests your birthdate) and an icon from a list (telephone, camera, sun, etc.). It makes you repeat those back, then it tells you your locker #. You store stuff there and push to lock it. Then you have to give the code + icon later to retrieve things. I'd recommend taking a photo of your locker's # to help. This area also filled with soft benches to wait on people, the gift shop, the restroom, and the desk where you get audio guides. I found the audio guide useful and thought it was worth having. You then ascend an escalator to an adjacent building which houses the paintings (and another couple of gift shops). The presentation is chronological, but also has other things interspersed (letters, works by another contemporary artist, some history to put a work or period in context, etc.). You ascend through a second floor which has a large number of works, including several famous paintings (sunflowers, Van Gogh's bedroom). The top floor focuses on some of Van Gogh's later paintings, including the wheat field with crows (which I learned was not actually his final work). We spent around 2 hours here, but you could easily stay longer. This museum was one of my favorite stops on our trip. I thought they did an excellent job of presenting the works, lighting them well for display, and providing good context without intruding on the focus of your visit. I would highly recommend a visit here if you have any interest in Van Gogh's work.
Museum dedicated to the aforementioned artist. Came here and bought tickets in advance online. I’d highly recommend buying in advance because tickets were sold out even at 9am, at opening. We took the tram here and waited outside a bit before going in. They have free lockers to place your belongings as you’re not allowed to have backpacks while walking through the exhibits. It was nice to get an in-depth look into the inspirations behind the art, and life of Van Gogh. There’s free floors and there was another exhibit that focused on another artist that paralleled Van Gogh. We spent two and a half hours there, and I think that was a good amount of time to view everything. I’d highly recommend coming here if you like art and/or it’s your first time in Amsterdam.
My lifegoal has always been to see Van Gogh’s art on live. Not tv, not internet, not phone screen. Live. We had tickets bought online and going in was easy and smooth. But inside it wasn’t smooth, apparently there were multiple groups on same time as us, so guides and groups where almost everywhere and of course, the guides told groups the stories. Goodbye silence! I thinks One or two groups at the time are okay, but there were at leasti 5-6 six different groups and i think it went too crowdy then. Paintigs were still lovely and one lifegoal achieved - eventhought it didn’t feel as special as I hoped.
A good experince. We bought tickets online and went on Sunday and it was sold out when we got there so definitely would recommend booking in advance. Maybe a bit overprized though but luckily they offer a student discount.
I loved this place. It has almost all of Van Gogh's important paintings (except Starry Night which is in New York) There is one seascape which conservators have found contains actual sand in the waves! The audio tour was very informative and worth getting if not with a guide.
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