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Plan Your Visit to the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam
Anne Frank House | Visitor information at a glance
- What are the Anne Frank House opening hours?
The Anne Frank House is open from 9am to 10pm daily. The museum is open from 12pm to 10pm on 1 January and from 9am to 5pm on 27 April, 4 May, 25 December, and 31 December. - Where is the Anne Frank House located?
The Anne Frank House is located at Westermarkt 20, 1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands. | Get Directions. - How many visitors does the Anne Frank House see per year?
The Anne Frank House hosts approximately 1.3 million visitors annually.
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Timings
Anne Frank House
Daily: 9am to 10pm
Exceptions to opening hours
The museum is open from 12pm to 10pm on 1 January and from 9am to 5pm on 27 April, 4 May, 25 December, and 31 December.
Closed: The Anne Frank House is closed on Yom Kippur (12 October).
Walking tours
Anne Frank Guided Walking Tour: 11:30am, 1:30pm (Includes entry to the Anne Frank House), and 3pm
Anne Frank Story and World War II Walking Tour: 10am, 10:30am, 2pm, and 2:30pm
Guided Anne Frank Walking Tour with Entry to Jewish Museum & Synagogue: 2pm
Jordaan, Anne Frank, and Leidseplein Walking Tour: 10am
Anne Frank House Tickets with Guided Walking Tour: 10:30am, 11:30am, 12pm, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 2pm, 2:30pm, 3:30pm, 4pm
Where is the Anne Frank House located?
Address: Westermarkt 20, 1016 GV Amsterdam, Netherlands
Closest landmark: Anne Frank Monument, 140 m away
Getting to the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam
By public transportation
By bus: Bus lines 21, 22, 347, 357, and 397 will take you to Anne Frank House. The closest bus stop is Westermarkt, which is 3 minutes away.
By train: Train lines IC, ICD, and SPR will stop near Anne Frank’s House. It is a 20-minute walk from Amsterdam Central Station.
By tram: Take tram 13 or 17 and get off at the Westermarkt stop, about a minute’s walk away.
By metro: Take metro line 52, which starts from Noord metro station. The closest metro station is Amsterdam Central Station.
By car
If you are driving down to the Anne Frank House, the easiest and fastest route is via the S100. Take S116, S100 and Nieuwezijds Voorburgwal to Prinsengracht.
Parking facilities:
There are a few paid parking facilities nearby.
How to get to the Anne Frank walking tours meeting point
By public transport
By car
Jewish Historical Museum
Address: Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1, 1011 PL Amsterdam, Netherlands | Find on Maps
- By bus: Take bus 22, 305, 357, or 397 to Waterlooplein which is a 2-minute walk away.
- By train: IC, ICD, and SPR train lines stop near Turfste Nieuwe Amstelstraat.
- By tram: Take tram 14 and get off at the tram station Waterlooplein, a 2-minute walk away.
- By metro: Take Metro 51, 53, or 54. Get off at the Waterlooplein Metro Station.
Nieuwmarkt 4
Address: Nieuwmarkt 4, 1012 CR Amsterdam, Netherlands | Find on Maps
- By metro
Take Metro lines 51, 53, or 54. Nieuwmarkt, which is a 2-minute walk away from the start point, is the closest station.
Stationsplein 10
Address: Stationsplein 10, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
- By train
Take the Intercity or Sprinter train to Amsterdam Centraal, which is 2 minutes away. - By metro
Take metro line 54 to Centraal Station - By tram
Take tram 14 to Centraal Station
Jewish Historical Museum
Address: Nieuwe Amstelstraat 1, 1011 PL Amsterdam, Netherlands | Find on Maps
If you are driving to the Jewish Historical Museum, head east on Prins Hendrikkade, turn right onto Foeliestraat, and continue onto Jonas Daniël Meijerplein.
Paid parking facilities:
Nieuwmarkt 4
Address: Nieuwmarkt 4, 1012 CR Amsterdam, Netherlands | Find on Maps
If you are driving to Nieuwmarkt 4, head northwest on Mr. Visserplein toward Waterlooplein, turn left onto Jodenbreestraat, continue onto Sint Antoniesbreestraat and onto Nieuwmarkt.
Paid parking facilities:
Stationsplein 10
Address: Stationsplein 10, 1012 AB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Take Valkenburgerstraat to Prins Hendrikkade via Nieuwe Foeliestraat. Turn left onto Prins Hendrikkade and then towards Kamperbrug/Stationsplein.
Paid parking facilities:
Know before you go to the Anne Frank House
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The Anne Frank House is located in the city center of Amsterdam, at Prinsengracht 263-267.
The entrance to the museum is around the corner, at Westermarkt 20.
- Museum cafe
- Souvenir shop
- Free audio tour
- Information program
- Disabled parking space
- Cloakroom
- Toilets
If you do not want to go for the 30-minute introductory program, you can opt for the free audio guide. The audio guide tour will provide you with information about the persecution of Jews, antisemitism, the Second World War, the Franks and the others who went into hiding in the Secret Annex, their helpers, and more. With the audio guide tour, you can explore the Anne Frank House at your own pace.
The free audio guide is available in 9 languages: Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish.
- If you have difficulty walking, avoid trying to climb the steep stairs inside the Anne Frank House that leads to the Secret Annex.
- There is no elevator and the Secret Annex is inaccessible to wheelchair users. However, the modern part of the museum is wheelchair friendly.
- There is a special entrance for people using wheelchairs that provides access to the modern part of the museum, which contains the temporary exhibition, the museum cafe, and the museum shop.
- There is a disabled parking space at Westermarkt, 40 meters from the entrance to the museum.
- It is recommended to avoid visiting the Anne Frank House if you have claustrophobia as the main house and the Secret Annex are small and congested.
- The blind and partially sighted can listen to the audio tour.
- Guide dogs are not allowed in the old part of the museum because of the narrow and steep steps.
- Hearing-impaired visitors can obtain a written version of the audio tour at the information stand near the entrance.
The Anne Frank House occasionally sets up temporary exhibitions within the museum, Currently, 'The Frank family in Frankfurt am Main, 1929-1933' exhibition is on display. This exhibition narrates the story of the Frank family in Frankfurt against the backdrop of the economic, social, and political problems in Germany. It traces Anne's birth in 1929, Hitler's and the NSDAP's rise to power, and the Frank family’s emigration to the Netherlands in 1933.
- Arrive early for your scheduled visit. If you are late or miss your entry window, you will not be allowed inside.
- The old part of the museum and the Secret Annex are not wheelchair accessible. However, wheelchair users can still access the modern part of the museum.
- Photography is not allowed inside the museum.
- Payment for museum admission, museum cafe, and shop, can only be made through a bank or credit card.
- A cloakroom is available where you can leave your coat, bag, or umbrella. Only bags smaller than an A4 sheet of paper are allowed inside the museum.
- Smoking is strictly prohibited within the museum complex.
- Those under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or similar substances will not be granted admission to the museum.
- Children under 12 can only visit the museum when accompanied by an adult.
- Food and drinks are not allowed inside the museum complex. Any refreshments purchased from the museum cafe must be consumed in the designated area.
- Black and Blue: Burgers, meats, and cocktails in a plushy setting
- De Luwte: Luxurious French brasserie restaurant
- Café Restaurant De Reiger: French & international seafood and meats
- La Oliva: Spanish tapas & regional wines
- Koh-I-Noor restaurant: Affordable Indian cuisine
- Heineken Experience (2.5 km): A sensory journey with interactive exhibits that delve into the rich history of the iconic Dutch beer Heineken.
- Rijksmuseum (2.7 km): The largest museum in the Netherlands, housing 800 years of Dutch art and history, including works by Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Vermeer.
- Van Gogh Museum (3 km): Houses over 200 paintings and 500 drawings by Vincent van Gogh.
- NEMO Science Museum (5.2 km): The largest science center in the Netherlands with 5 floors of hands-on experiences, experiments, and demonstrations.
- Amsterdam Dungeon (5.3 km): A must-visit for thrill-seekers with interactive experiences that will take you back to the 'bad old days'.
- Body Worlds (5.9 km): The Body Worlds Museum has real human bodies on display to showcase the effects of healthy and unhealthy lifestyles on the body.
Frequently Asked Questions about visiting the Anne Frank House
How much time does it take to visit the Anne Frank House?
Most visitors typically spend an hour at the Anne Frank House. However, you can stay as long as you like.
What should I do if I miss my scheduled entry time?
If you miss your scheduled entry time at Anne Frank House, you may not be allowed to enter, as tickets are time-slotted.
What are some of the accessibilty features in place at the Anne Frank House?
The Anne Frank House has free audio guides for visually impaired visitors, wheelchair access in the modern parts of the museum, reserved disabled parking space, a written version of the audio guide for hearing impaired visitors, and more facilities.
Is there a dress code to be followed at the Anne Frank House?
There is no strict dress code for visiting Anne Frank House, but visitors are encouraged to dress respectfully due to the somber nature of the museum. Comfortable shoes are also recommended, as you will be walking through narrow staircases and passages.
Are prams allowed in the Anne Frank House?
No, prams are not allowed inside the Anne Frank House.
Can I bring food and drinks to the Anne Frank House?
Outside food and beverages are not permitted inside the Anne Frank House. Refreshments purchased at the museum can only be consumed within the designated spaces.
What should I bring with me when visiting Anne Frank House?
When visiting Anne Frank House, it’s advisable to bring minimal personal belongings, as large bags and backpacks are not allowed inside. Consider bringing a light jacket, as the museum can be cool, and your smartphone for the audio guide if you plan to use it.
What languages are available for the audio guide?
The audio guide at Anne Frank House is available in several languages, including Dutch, English, French, German, Hebrew, Italian, Japanese, Portuguese, and Spanish. This allows visitors from different backgrounds to fully engage with the museum’s content.
Can children visit Anne Frank House?
Children are welcome to visit Anne Frank House, but due to the sensitive nature of the content, it’s recommended for children over the age of 10. Parents should prepare children beforehand and be ready to discuss the themes of the Holocaust and Anne Frank’s story.
How long is an Anne Frank walking tour?
The Anne Frank walking tours take 1.5 hours to 3 hours to complete depending on the inclusions on each ticket.
How much do Anne Frank walking tours cost?
The prices for Anne Frank walking tours vary depending on the type of tour and the attractions covered by that particular tour. An Anne Frank walking tour can cost between €25 to €42.50.
How can I learn more about Anne Frank and the Holocaust before visiting the museum?
To deepen your understanding before visiting, consider reading The Diary of a Young Girl by Anne Frank, exploring documentaries, or visiting educational websites dedicated to Holocaust history. The Anne Frank House’s official website also offers valuable resources and information.
