Van Gogh Museum
Van Gogh Museum
The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam holds the world's largest collection of Vincent van Gogh's art, including 200 paintings, 400 drawings, and 700 letters. Officially opened on June 2, 1973, it was recorded as the 23rd most visited museum in the world with 2.3 million visitors in 2017. Explore the museum complex designed by Gerrit Rietveld and Kisho Kurokawa, featuring a historical legacy preserved by Johanna van Gogh-Bonger and masterpieces like The Potato Eaters and Sunflowers.
Visitor Informations
Amsterdam, Netherlands 📍
Van Gogh Museum Museumplein 6 1071 DJ Amsterdam – Netherlands ↗
Official Site 🌐
https://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/en ↗
Information ℹ️
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Opening Hours 🕘
9 am ~ 6 pm
Daily Open / Fri until 9 pm (Seasonal exceptions apply) Visit Official Site ↗
Must-see Artworks
The Van Gogh Museum houses iconic masterpieces in its permanent exhibition, featuring The Potato Eaters (1885), Sunflowers (1889), and Almond Blossom (1890). Visitors can view The Bedroom (1888), The Harvest (1888), and The Sower (1888), alongside Self-Portrait with Grey Felt Hat (1887), Self-Portrait with Straw Hat (1887), and Irises (1890). These works, including his drawings and letters, portray themes of life such as hope, love, anxiety, and suffering. Van Gogh’s ambition to paint farmers and his search for color are given a prominent place in the museum. The collection also shows his impact on the first generation of artists after his death through expressive works by Maurice de Vlaminck and Kees van Dongen.
Select an artwork to explore more.
Historical Overview
The Van Gogh Museum’s collection originated from the unsold works of Vincent van Gogh, inherited by his brother Theo and subsequently by Theo's widow, Johanna van Gogh-Bonger, after both brothers passed away in 1890–1891. Johanna contributed to Vincent's posthumous fame by organizing exhibitions, and the collection was inherited in 1925 by her son, Vincent Willem van Gogh, before being transferred to the Vincent van Gogh Foundation in 1962. The museum officially opened on June 2, 1973. Throughout its history, the museum has faced significant art thefts: in 1991, 20 paintings including The Potato Eaters were stolen but recovered 35 minutes later, and in 2002, two works valued at 30 million dollars were stolen and remained missing until their discovery in Italy in 2016. A major milestone occurred in September 2013 with the unveiling of the rediscovered work Sunset at Montmajour. Recently, the museum planned a 104 million euro renovation project for its buildings.
Architecture
Located at Paulus Potterstraat 7 in Amsterdam's Museumplein, the museum complex consists of the Rietveld Building and the Kurokawa Wing. The Rietveld Building, commissioned in 1963 and designed by Gerrit Rietveld, is a four-story rectangular structure housing the permanent collection. Although Rietveld died in 1964, the building was completed in 1973. The Kurokawa Wing, an elliptical three-story building for temporary exhibitions, was designed by Kisho Kurokawa and added in 1999. The Kurokawa Wing is accessible from the Rietveld Building via a connecting tunnel.
- Architectural Significance: Yes
- Museum Founded: 1973
When to Visit
For more details, visit the official website ↗
General Hours
9 am ~ 6 pm
March - Sept (Daily) Oct - Dec (Dates vary)
Late Nights
9 am ~ 9 pm
Every Friday (Except select dates)
Winter Hours (Nov-Dec)
9 am ~ 5 pm
Select dates in Nov/Dec Incl. 12/24, 25, 26, 31
Other & Outdoor Facility Hours
- Cour Napoléon: 7:30 am – 9:00 pm
- Cour Carrée: 7:30 am – 7:45 pm
Special Notes for Visitors
- Friday Late Nights: Open until 9 pm, except for 27 Mar, 29 May, 31 July, 25 Sept, and 27 Nov.
- October Variations: 12-18 Oct open until 5 pm (Sat/Sun until 6 pm).
- Christmas Holidays: 24, 25, and 26 Dec open from 9 am to 5 pm.
- New Year's Eve: 31 Dec open from 9 am to 5 pm.
Admission
Admission Fee
- Permanent Collections: Paid Admission
- Temporary Exhibitions: Paid Admission
- Check the official website for detailed rates ↗
⚠️ Admission varies by exhibition and visitor category. ⚠️ Rates and conditions are subject to change. Please visit the official website for current information.
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Complimentary Admission
- Enfant & Cie: Paid (Reduced rate for up to 2 adults accompanying a child under 18 for EU residents).
- Under 18s: Free
- 18-25 EEA Residents: Free (For EU/EEA citizens and long-term residents under 26).
- Disabled Visitors: Free (For disabled visitors and one accompanying person).
- Jobseekers & Teachers: Free (For jobseekers and holders of a valid Pass éducation).
- Museum Members: Free (For members of the Société des Amis du Musée d'Orsay and American Friends).
- Full Eligibility Guide
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Complimentary Admission
- Children (Under 12)
- Caregiver of a visitor with a disability (in-person only)
- Members and Patrons
Suggested Admission
Pay-What-You-Wish Admission (minimum $0.01 per ticket)
- New York State residents and New York, New Jersey, Connecticut students.
- To purchase pay-what-you-wish tickets online, you must have a New York State billing address. (Valid ID and documentation required)
- New Jersey and Connecticut students can only purchase pay-what-you-wish tickets in person by presenting a valid student ID.
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Special Free Access Days
- 1st Sunday of the Month: Free for all visitors (Mandatory online reservation required).
- reservation required except for Carte Blanche members.
⚠️ Mandatory Reservation Notice
To ensure guaranteed admission, online time-slot booking is highly recommended for all visitors, including those eligible for free entry.
💡 Pro Tips for Your Visit
- Use the Underground Entrance: Skip the Pyramid line and use the "Carrousel du Louvre" entrance for a much faster security check.
- Master the Open-Run: To see the Mona Lisa without the crowds, be at the Denon Wing at 9:00 AM sharp and head straight to Room 711.
- Pick a Meeting Point: Phone signals can be weak inside the thick stone walls; set a specific meeting spot with your group in advance.
- Prioritize Comfort: You’ll easily walk over 10,000 steps; wear comfortable walking shoes rather than fashionable ones.
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