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Ann Phillips
US

Ann

United States
Jul 2025
4/5
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Nice array of paintings and various mediums but the museum was a bit confusing to navigate. Wish there were better signage and it was organized a bit better by artist. would definitely recommend getting a guided tour for this reason my sister was able to get a ticket but the rest were sold out.
Mircea Rusu
RO

Mircea

Romania
Oct 2024
4/5
The experience was good, maybe some indicators to show directions from museum and at places for meeting and the necessity to check in to be explained before.
Anita Penović
HR

Anita

Croatia
Oct 2024
5/5
The blue boat ride through the canal was excellent. We saw the castle from a guided perspective and listened to a short story about the castle and its sights. The Van Gogh Museum tour was also excellent, like watching a documentary about his character and work.
THEODORE DAVID FREDRICK

Theodore

Jul 2025
5/5
It was great to have the City Card, not only were museums we wanted to visit free with the card, but the ease of using public transport was phenominal
ambra maccabiti

Ambra

Jun 2025
4/5
Beautiful city! Absolutely must do city card because it makes your life easier and facilitates entry to a lot of museums and places that you would normally maybe not visit. Highly recommended! Amber
Barbara Minda Golden
CA

Barbara

Canada
Apr 2025
5/5
Andelm Kiefer exhibition mindblowing Permanent collection beautiful Bookstore. Cafe Wonderful perfect 3 hours at Stedelik museum Barbara

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Stedelijk Museum | Home to modern and contemporary art and design

The Stedelijk Museum is one of the most prominent art museums in Amsterdam, displaying over 500 works of art including photographs, paintings, prints, drawings, audio and video installations, sculptures, and more. The Stedelijk Museum’s permanent collection includes works by iconic artists like Picasso, Mondrian, Monet, Cezanne, Van Gogh, Matisse, Dumas, Chagall, and Renoir, to name a few. It houses some of the most important modern and contemporary art collections from the 20th and 21st centuries.

Why visit the Stedelijk Museum

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  • Treasure trove of contemporary art: Whether you are a seasoned art enthusiast or a curious novice, be inspired by the museum’s art collections. It features over 500 paintings by artists like Dumas, Van Gogh, Matisse, Picasso, and more.
  • Celebrates design and architecture: The Museum has a dedicated section to showcase design objects, architectural drawings, models, and photographs from 1850 to the present.
  • Hub for learning and discovery: The Stedelijk Library houses publications on modern art, design, photography, and art theory. You can also watch documentaries, attend workshops, and go on guided tours. 
  • Platform for emerging artists: The Stedelijk Museum is also committed to showcasing the work of emerging artists, providing a dynamic space that’s always pushing the boundaries of what art can be. 
  • Vibrant cultural destination: Beyond its impressive archives and art installations, the museum hosts film screenings, concerts, artist talks, and performances. 

Things to know before you book Stedelijk Museum tickets

  • We recommend you buy Stedelijk Museum tickets online because it is much more convenient than waiting in long queues at the venue. Booking tickets online also ensures that your spot is reserved upon payment confirmation. 
  • The Stedelijk Museum tickets typically start from €22.50. They include skip-the-line benefits as well as an audio guide in either English or Dutch. 
  • You can choose between skip-the-line Stedelijk Museum tickets, the I amsterdam City Card, and combo tickets that provide access to both the Stedelijk Museum and the Rijksmuseum or a 1-hour canal cruise.
  • Discounted tickets are available for students. Entrance to the Stedelijk is free for children under the age of 19. However, we recommend booking a (free) ticket online before you visit to skip any queues at the counter.
  • Museumkaart, Friends of the Stedelijk Museum, Young Stedelijk Members, Rembrandtkaart, ICOM, Stadspas, I amsterdam City Card, Amsterdam Pass, Holland Pass, Stedelijk Lerarenpas, VriendenLoterij VIP-KAART can enter the museum for free at any time unless a start time is required.
  • Some exhibitions are not free so you will have to pay a one-time surcharge for these when visiting the museum. If you visit the museum on the same day, you won’t have to pay the surcharge again.
  • Some works of art at the Stedelijk Museum contain explicit or graphic imagery that could be experienced as offensive. Please consider this before bringing your children to the museum.

Stedelijk Museum tickets explained

Stedelijk Museum tickets

Skip-the-line tickets

  • Ideal for travelers who are short on time and would like to tour the Museum by themselves. 
  • These tickets allow you to get fast-track access and audio guides in English and Dutch. 

Recommended ticket: 

  • Stedelijk Museum Skip the Line Tickets
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Entry tickets with cruise

  • In addition to access to the Stedelijk Museum, these tickets include a 1-hour Amsterdam Canal Cruise before or after your visit.
  • Perfect for those looking for a classic Amsterdam experience.

Recommended ticket:

  • Stedelijk Museum Tickets + 1-Hour Canal Cruise
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Combo tickets

  • These budget-friendly combo tickets allow access to the Stedelijk Museum and an English-guided tour of Rijksmuseum.
  • These are perfect for art lovers, academics, and those looking for a unique cultural experience.

Recommended ticket:

  • Stedelijk Museum Tickets + Rijksmuseum Guided Tour in English

Stedelijk Museum famous paintings to see

stedeiljk museum tickets - Odalisque by Henri Matisse

Odalisque

Henri Matisse often portrayed female figures in his paintings, the favorite being the Odalisque. She is usually half-dressed in North African attire and is standing or reclining (as in this painting), amidst draped fabrics and decorative textiles.

stedeijk museum tickets - Composition III: With Red, Yellow, and Blue by Piet Mondrian
stedelijk museum tickets - bellevue ii by andy warhol
stedelijk museum tickets - la montaigne sainte-victoire by paul cezanne
stedelijk museum tickets - la berceuse by van gogh
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What's unique about Stedelijk Museum?

The Stedelijk Museum is a must-visit for modern and contemporary art lovers. While other museums in Amsterdam focus on classical or single-artist collections, the Stedelijk showcases 20th and 21st-century art and design, featuring movements like Bauhaus, De Stijl, Pop Art, Minimalism, and Conceptual Art, from Dutch and international artists.

  • Innovation and contemporary culture: The Stedelijk focuses on art that is innovative and reflective of contemporary issues by Mondrian, Rothko, Warhol, and Koons.
  • Architectural icon: The museum’s architecture—especially the modern wing known as “the bathtub”—is a draw in itself. This addition gives Stedelijk a unique physical identity, making the space as much an exhibit as the art inside.
  • Emerging artists and rotating exhibitions: Stedelijk continuously updates its exhibits, introducing work by established and emerging artists. The museum hosts exhibitions, installations, and artist talks, creating an environment that resonates with younger audiences and encourages repeat visits.
  • Experiential atmosphere: The Stedelijk integrates interactive and multimedia installations, creating an immersive experience unlike the quieter settings of other Amsterdam museums.

Plan Your Visit to Stedelijk Museum

Stedelijk Museum hours
  • Open daily: 10am to 6pm
  • Exceptions to opening hours: 11am to 6pm on Dec 25 and Jan 1
  • Last entry: 5:45pm
  • Duration of visit: At least 2 hours
  • Best time to visit: Early hours just after the museum opens to the public or in the evening before closing time.

Address: Museumplein 10, 1071 DJ Amsterdam, Netherlands | Find on Maps

  • By tram: 2, 3, 5, 12, 16, 19, 24
    Nearest stops: Van Baerlestraat or Museumplein
  • By bus: 145, 170, 172
    Nearest stop: Museumplein
  • By metro: 52
    Nearest station: De Pijp station
  • By car: Distance from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS): 14.5 km
    Nearest parking: Q-Park underneath Museumplein and Paulus Potterstraat (for visitors with mobility issues)
Stedelijk Museum Exhibition
  • Unravel – The Power and Politics of Textiles in Art (Sep 14 2024-Jan 5 2025): This exhibition features over 100 works by 45 artists including Tracey Emin, Cecilia Vicuña, and Louise Bourgeois, exploring the role of textiles in art.
  • Reading Dust (Oct 5 2024-Jan 26 2025): Miriam Cahn’s works use simple brushstrokes and a vigorous drawing style, depicting brutal human atrocities.
  • Circulate – Photography Beyond Frames (Oct 26 2024 -Mar 23 2025): This exhibition features 21 artists who innovatively use photography to explore a discipline or an urgent theme.
  • The Best Dutch Book Designs 2023 (Oct 19 2024-Jan 5 2025): The Netherlands has a rich tradition of book design, known for innovative design, lithography, printing, and bookbinding. This selection celebrates the best Dutch graphic design submitted by publishers of their previous year’s publications.
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  • Audio guides: The museum provides free audio tours in Dutch and English. You can collect the audio tour device from several places in the museum or download it on your mobile phone.
  • Lockers: The Museum also provides locker facilities. Handbags are permitted in the museum galleries (max. size A5). 
  • Toilets: The toilets are open to all visitors to the museum. Most of the toilets are gender-neutral.
  • Gift shop: The museum houses a gift shop where you can buy souvenirs and other merchandise related to the attraction's history, the artists, and the artworks. You do not need a ticket to visit the museum shop. 
  • Restaurants: You can grab a meal at the cafe inside the museum - the TEN Good Food Cafe which is open daily from 10am-6pm. The Zadelhoff Café is temporarily closed.
  • Feeding areas: ​​The museum has a safe space to breastfeed your baby. The museum’s general additional hygiene measures apply here.
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  • Wheelchair accessibility: The museum is accessible to wheelchair users. It has special wheelchair lifts and disabled toilets for those with reduced mobility.
  • Wheelchairs on loan: You may borrow a wheelchair at the information desk. Lightweight folding chairs and Alinkers are also available. 
  • Guide dogs: Assistance dogs are welcome in the museum.
  • Caregiver admission: Caregivers have free admission to the museum.
  • Accessible parking: The Stedelijk Museum has accessible parking at the group entrance level of Paulus Potterstraat 13. There are also several accessible parking spaces in the Q-Park parking garage under the Museumplein.
  • Signed tours: The Stedelijk offers one guided tour a month in Dutch Sign Language. Tours are given by a deaf museum guide. The museum also offers a Dutch Sign Language video tour. 
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  • Photography: You can click pictures inside the Stedelijk Museum for your personal use. However, some exhibitions have specific rules about what can and cannot be photographed. Flash photography is not permitted.
  • What you cannot bring: Large bags, umbrellas, and food and drinks are not allowed in the galleries. Instead, you can store them in the lockers available at Lockerpoint on Museumplein in the parking garage of Q-Park.
  • Batteries: E-bike batteries may not be stored in the checkroom or lockers due to fire safety concerns.
  • Payments: The Stedelijk only accepts cashless payments via debit card, credit card, or other electronic payment methods. In the museum shop, it is possible to pay with cash.
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  • Wear comfortable footwear because you’ll have to walk through several galleries to explore all the artwork. 
  • The Stedelijk Museum library is accessible by appointment only on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays.
  • Secure audio guides in your preferred language for a more immersive and informative experience. 
  • Use the map to plan your route through the museum galleries and locate nearby toilets and elevators.
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  • TEN Good Food Cafe: End your visit at Stedelijk Museum on the sunny terrace of TEN Good Food Cafe. Try the TEN beef burger, burrata cheese salad, and the platter options.
  • The Burger Room (100 m): Enjoy classic burgers and cocktails in this Wizard of Oz-themed restaurant. The hand-pressed Black Angus and Wagyu beef burgers are local favorites!
  • Pompa (120 m): Have authentic Italian dishes at Pompa Pasta Bar. Do try the Spaghetti Napoletana con Burrata, Spaghetti Carbonara, Spaghetti Ruguetta, or the Tagliatelle al Tartufo e Funghi.
  • TAIKO (150 m): Taste the best of Asian cuisine at TAIKO, including the aged beef entrecote, lotus rice, lobster dim sum, and the soft shell crab roll.
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Stedelijk Museum tickets
  • Van Gogh Museum: It is one of the most famous museums in the Netherlands. It is home to the largest collection of Van Gogh's works, paintings, and drawings.
  • Rijksmuseum: Rijksmuseum is the national museum of the Netherlands dedicated to Dutch arts and history. It houses over 8000 distinctive works of art, including works by Johannes Vermeer, Frans Hals, Rembrandt, and others.
  • Upside Down Museum: Upside Down is the largest interactive social media museum in Amsterdam with over 25 rooms and installations offering a mindblowing experience to visitors.
  • MOCO Museum: MOCO Museum is an independent museum exhibiting an impressive range of modern, contemporary, and street art.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stedelijk Museum tickets

Why do I need to book a start time?

Some exhibitions are very popular and there are tickets with a start time for these exhibitions. Your start time indicates when you can enter the exhibition. You can stay as long as you want. You can also visit the rest of the museum outside your time slot.

How long is the waiting time to enter the museum?

Usually, the museum is less crowded on weekday mornings. With a Museumkaart or other discount card, you can walk straight to the admission check without a reservation, unless a start time is required.

Do I need to print out my ticket(s)?

It is enough to show your ticket on your smartphone. Enhance the brightness on your mobile phone if necessary.

Are there any events in the museum?

Yes, the museum hosts events regularly. Check out what's on here.

Can I book the museum space for a private event?

Yes, you can book a space like the ABN AMRO Hall, the Fonda Cafe, or the Auditorium for 15 to 500 people or book the entire museum for up to 1400 guests. Get in touch with evenementen@stedelijk.nl and we’ll see what we can do for you, along with catering services. You can also book an exclusive guided tour of the Stedelijk Museum exhibitions during your event.

Are there children’s activities at the museum?

Yes, there are specially curated family guided tours in Dutch every Saturday from 11:30am to 12:30pm. There are also Blikopener speed tours of the Unravel exhibition led by teenagers. You can also book the freestyle embroidery workshop with Desirée Hamman, the Beyond Frames workshop, or the Surprise workshop, for ages 7 and above. Families can also enter the LightLab free of charge. The WhatsApp Trail treasure hunt is also free for families every Sunday. Guests under the age of 19 can enter the museum for free. Please check the Family page for the latest info about the museum’s family program.

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