Anne Frank House tickets must be booked online in advance, since they’re never sold at the door. Tickets go on sale every Tuesday at 10:00 AM (Amsterdam time) for the entire week six weeks later, and they sell out fast. Use our free ticket release calculator below to find the exact date tickets for your visit will go on sale, so you don’t miss the window.
Planning a visit to Anne Frank House, one of the most iconic Amsterdam museums? The process is simple once you know the system, but it does require a little preparation. Here’s everything you need to know to secure your tickets to this historic site.
You’ll also see it called Anne Frank Museum online. Both names refer to the same place.
Last updated: 3 October 2026 by Anastasia Dudina
In this Anne Frank tickets guide
Ticket prices for Anne Frank house in 2026
Starting January 2026, ticket prices are as follows:
- Adults – € 16,50
- Children (ages 10-17) – € 7,00
- Children (under 10) – € 1,00
- Dutch Museum Card holders – € 1,00
Museumkaart holders still need to book during the same Tuesday release as everyone else. The card only lowers the price to € 1,00, it doesn’t open a separate booking window or guarantee a slot.
Please note that the I amsterdam City Card is not valid at Anne Frank House. But it’s still a great city pass for an active traveller. You can save € 244,95 in 3 days.
If you choose the I amsterdam Card for 120 hours, it costs only €28 per day. Access to more than 70 attractions, public transport and canal cruise are free with the I amsterdam City Card. See what is included in the card, calculate your savings, and order it online.
Each year, nearly one million people visit Anne Frank House. However, due to the museum’s limited size (housed in a narrow, historic canal house) only a small number of tickets are available. The museum operates on a strict schedule, with all tickets reserved for pre-booked time slots. This applies to all visitors, including children (ages 0-9) and discount card holders.
When and where can I book tickets to Anne Frank house?
Tickets are exclusively available through the official website. They go on sale every Tuesday at 10:00 AM local Amsterdam time, for the entire week six weeks later.
Anne Frank booking dates calculator
Tip: Be mindful of the time difference and set an alarm so you don’t miss the release. Tickets tend to sell out quickly, especially during peak seasons (March to October). There’s also a chance you’ll be placed in an online queue before you can complete your booking. If that happens, make sure you have your credit card ready.
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Last-minute ticket releases
There are two release moments, not one, and most guides only mention the first. The main release is every Tuesday at 10:00 (Amsterdam time), for visits six weeks later. The second is a last-minute batch, also released every Tuesday at 10:00, but covering the week that starts the following Monday. So if you’re visiting in the week of Monday 12 October, the last-minute batch for that week goes on sale on Tuesday 6 October.
Nothing is released on the day itself, and nothing is sold at the door. Both release moments happen only on Tuesdays at 10:00. Sold-out days do occasionally reopen for a few minutes when someone’s unpaid booking times out, so the half hour after either release is the best time to keep refreshing. Use our release calculator above to work out the exact date for your visit week.
There is no waiting list. Once a date is fully sold out, no further tickets are released for it.
⚠️ Important: don’t buy resold or swapped tickets
Anne Frank House tickets are valid only in the name of the person who booked them, for the exact date and time slot chosen, and can’t be exchanged or returned. That means resale and ticket-swap platforms can’t sell you a valid ticket: whatever you buy there won’t work at the door. Book only through annefrank.org.
Types of tickets
Anne Frank House offers two ticket options:
- Regular museum visit: Includes entry to the museum and a free audio guide available in 9 languages (Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese and Spanish). The visit takes around 60 to 75 minutes.
- Introductory program + regular visit: In addition to the regular museum tour, this ticket includes a 30-minute video presentation about Anne Frank before the museum tour begins, with an audio guide.
Both tickets are valid for a specific time slot, with a 15-minute window for entry. It’s important to arrive on time, as late arrivals will not be allowed entry due to capacity limits.
⚠️ Know before you book
Anne Frank House tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable — they’re valid only for the exact date and time slot you booked, and payment is by bank or credit card only (no cash). Tickets are sold exclusively through annefrank.org — be cautious of any third-party site claiming to resell “guaranteed” or “skip-the-line” entry tickets, as these aren’t authorized by the museum and won’t be valid at the door.
Make sure you also book tickets to the other popular museums (the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum) in advance.
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Anne Frank house opening hours
The Anne Frank House is open daily from 09:00 to 22:00. Hours are shorter on several dates throughout the year, including public holidays and Jewish holy days such as Yom Kippur, so it’s worth checking the table below before you book if your visit falls near one of these dates.
| Date | Opening hours |
|---|---|
| 1 January | 12:00 – 22:00 |
| 27 April (King’s Day) | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| 4 May (Remembrance Day) | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| Jewish holy days (e.g. Yom Kippur) | Closed (dates vary each year, check before booking) |
| 7 November 2026 | 09:00 – 18:30 |
| 25 December (Christmas Day) | 09:00 – 17:00 |
| 31 December (New Year’s Eve) | 09:00 – 17:00 |
Source: official Anne Frank House opening hours. Exceptions can be updated by the museum, so it’s worth a quick check before booking.
Hotels near the Anne Frank house
Anne Frank house address
You can visit Anne Frank house at Westermarkt 20, 1016 GV Amsterdam. The nearest public transport stop to the Anne Frank House is the Westermarkt. You can get here by trams lines 13, 14, 17 and bus lines 170, 172, 174.
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We also recommend visiting:
- The Dutch Resistance Museum which focuses on broader wartime experiences and resistance
- The National Holocaust Museum which provides a specific view on the persecution of Jews in the Netherlands during World War II.
Both museums offer valuable insights into this critical period of history and are located less than one kilometer away from each other.
- The Ten Boom Museum in Haarlem dedicated to The Hiding Place, the subject of a book by Corrie ten Boom. You can view the actual place where Jews were sheltered during World War II.
- The small group tour to concentration camp in Vught from Amsterdam where Nazis held 31,000 prisoners during World War II.
Or browse our full guide to Amsterdam’s top-rated museums for more ideas.
Plan your visit to Amsterdam in advance
If you’re also planning to visit other top attractions in Amsterdam, like the Van Gogh museum or the Rijksmuseum, it’s wise to book those tickets as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
If you are planning to visit Madame Tussauds museum, Moco museum and the Rembrandt house, we recommend booking tickets a few days ahead. Tip! You can also often get discount if you book tickets online.
| Museum | Price | Tickets |
|---|---|---|
| Madame Tussauds museum | € 27,00 (discount online) | Book now >> |
| Moco Museum | € 21,95 | Book now >> |
| Rembrandt house museum | € 23,50 | Book now >> |
| Heineken Experience museum | € 24,95 | Book now >> |
FAQ about Anne Frank house tickets
Can I also buy Anne Frank tickets on the spot?
No, it’s not possible. Tickets are not sold at the door, you always need to pre-book them online.
How much time do you need at Anne Frank house?
On average, a visit to Anne Frank house takes an hour.
Is Anne Frank house free with an I amsterdam card?
No, entrance to Anne Frank house is not included in the I amsterdam City Card. But it’s still a great city pass for an active traveller, letting you save on 70+ other museums, transport and a canal cruise.
Is Anne Frank house suitable for children?
The Anne Frank house recommends a minimum age of 10 for visitors, as the subject and atmosphere can be overwhelming for younger children. Kids under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. The museum also offers a special audio tour for children aged 10-15, told from Anne’s perspective. If you’re travelling with younger kids, check our guide to family-friendly things to do in Amsterdam for better-suited alternatives.
Is the Anne Frank House ever closed?
Yes. The museum has shorter opening hours or is fully closed on several dates throughout the year, including King’s Day, Remembrance Day, New Year’s Eve, and Jewish holy days such as Yom Kippur. Check the exact dates before booking if your visit falls near any of these.
Can I get a refund if I can’t make my visit?
No, Anne Frank House tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. They’re valid only for the exact date and time slot you booked, so double-check your details before completing the purchase.
Can I buy a resold or ticket-swapped Anne Frank House ticket?
No. Tickets are valid only in the name of the person who booked them and can’t be exchanged or transferred, so a resold or swapped ticket won’t be valid at the door. Book directly and only through annefrank.org.
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About the author:
Written by a local
Anastasia Dudina
I’ve been living in the Netherlands since 2013 and exploring it ever since. I write and update all articles on Amsterdam Explorer and Holland Explorer myself: real tips, not tourist traps.