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Explore the Van Gogh Museum map before your visit

The Van Gogh Museum spans two connected structures: the main Rietveld Building, which houses the permanent collection across four distinct levels (Floor 0 to Floor 3), and the Kurokawa Wing, reserved for temporary exhibitions.

Van Gogh Museum map

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Navigating your way around the Van Gogh Museum

Navigating the museum is straightforward, as the permanent collection is arranged chronologically across the four floors of the main Rietveld Building.

Recommended route

Start at Floor 0 to explore Van Gogh’s early life, self-portraits, and contemporaries. Ascend floor by floor to trace his artistic development chronologically, concluding on Floor 3 with his final works.

Walking & accessibility

Expect a fair amount of walking, though the museum layout is compact. All levels are fully accessible via spacious central elevators and escalators located near the glass entrance hall.

Rest points

Benches are positioned throughout key exhibition rooms on every floor, allowing visitors to rest while viewing major masterworks.

Dining options

The Le Grand Café Le Entrée is located in the glass entrance atrium, perfect for a quick snack or drink before or after your walk through the galleries.

Visitor facilities

Museum cloakroom with numbered lockers and staircase.
  • Cloakroom & lockers: Located on Floor 0 in the main entrance atrium; free storage for coats, umbrellas, and small bags.
  • Restrooms: Situated on Floor 0 (basement level) and on select gallery floors near the main elevator shafts.
  • Baby-changing stations: Available within the accessible restrooms located on Floor 0.
  • Elevators & ramps: Located in the central atrium of the Rietveld Building, providing step-free access to every floor.
  • Museum shops: The main shop is on Floor 0 near the exit, with smaller gift stalls located on upper gallery levels. Know more

Must-see highlights

Van Gogh's "The Potato Eaters" painting at Van Gogh Museum.
Van Gogh's "Sunflowers" painting displayed in the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam.
Van Gogh's Yellow House painting at the Van Gogh Museum, depicting a street scene in Arles, France.
Visitors viewing Van Gogh's "Almond Blossoms" painting in a museum.
Guide leading Van Gogh Museum tour in front of a colorful painting.

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Tips for your visit

  • Follow the chronology: Stick strictly to the Floor 0 to Floor 3 route to best understand Van Gogh's evolving style and mental state over time.
  • Beat the crowds: Head straight to Floor 1 upon arrival if you want to view Sunflowers with fewer people before doubling back to Floor 0.
  • Use the audio guide: Pick up a multimedia guide in the entrance hall to navigate directly to highlighted key works without missing obscure gems tucked into corner galleries.

Frequently asked questions about the Van Gogh Museum map

The main Rietveld Building features four levels dedicated to the permanent collection: Floor 0 (Ground Floor), Floor 1, Floor 2, and Floor 3. The adjacent Kurokawa Wing holds temporary exhibitions across three connected levels.