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Van Gogh Museum

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Meet Vincent in person at the Van Gogh Museum, home to the world's largest collection of his paintings. Walk chronologically through his life, from early drawings and letters to his most celebrated canvases.

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The Van Gogh Museum, on Museumplein in Amsterdam-Zuid, holds the largest collection of Van Gogh's work anywhere, alongside his drawings and letters. The rooms follow the different periods of his life, which gives the paintings context, and explanatory plaques make the story easy to follow even without an audio guide.

Reviewers repeatedly call it one of their best museum experiences and stress the value of booking a timed slot beforehand. Allow around two hours to take it all in without rushing.

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Address

Museumplein 6, 1071 DJ Amsterdam, Netherlands · Amsterdam-Zuid
Website
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Hours

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Booking

Booking required

Duration

2h

Best time

morning, lunchtime, afternoon or early evening

Intensity

Moderate walking

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Good to know

  • Book a timed ticket in advance, as entry is allowed within roughly 30 minutes either side of your slot
  • visit early for fewer crowds
  • allow two hours.
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Reviews

A brilliant museum! From its stunning architecture and thoughtful design to its gift shop and restaurant, everything was exceptional. Seeing Van Gogh's iconic masterpieces in person made me incredibly happy. I even bought a few souvenirs for myself and for my dear friends. And don't leave without trying the French…

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Mutluhan Yilmaz

5/5

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