Anne Frank House (Anne Frank Huis)
The Anne Frank House (Anne Frank Huis) is the preserved 17th-century canal house on Prinsengracht where Anne Frank and seven others hid from Nazi persecution for 25 months. Visitors walk through the Secret Annex and see Anne's original diary. It is one of Amsterdam's most emotionally significant and heavily ticketed museums.
Key facts
| Hours | Daily 09:00–22:00 |
|---|---|
| Price | $ |
| Phone | — |
| Website | — |
| Nearest transit | Tram 13 or 17 to Westermarkt stop; also bus lines 170, 172, 174. 20-minute walk from Amsterdam Centraal. |
| Time needed | 1–1.5 hours (audio guide included) |
| Best time to go | First slot of the day (09:00) or evening slots after 18:00 for smaller crowds; book exactly six weeks ahead on a Tuesday at 10:00 AM Amsterdam time |
| Last verified | July 12, 2026 |
Locals Score
- Value9.0
- Freshness5.9
- Crowd level3.5
- Authenticity8.5
- Accessibility5.0
Frequently asked questions
- What are the opening hours?
- The museum is open daily 09:00–22:00 (last entry 21:00), with reduced hours on certain holidays — for example, 09:00–17:00 on 25 December and 31 December, and 12:00–22:00 on 1 January. The museum is fully closed on Yom Kippur and for occasional maintenance days; always verify on annefrank.org before booking.
- Is photography allowed inside?
- Photography is not permitted anywhere inside the museum. This policy applies to phones and cameras alike and is strictly enforced to preserve the atmosphere of the historic rooms.
- Where exactly is the entrance?
- The historic address is Prinsengracht 263–267, but the visitor entrance is around the corner at Westermarkt 20. Look for the modern glass-and-steel building two doors from the original canal house.
- How do I get tickets for the Anne Frank House?
- Tickets are sold exclusively on annefrank.org — no walk-ins, no third-party resellers, and no city-pass inclusions. A new batch is released every Tuesday at 10:00 AM Amsterdam time for visit dates exactly six weeks later. Popular midday slots can sell out within minutes of release.
- How long does a visit take?
- The self-guided audio tour through the Secret Annex and exhibition takes approximately one hour, though many visitors spend 1.5–2 hours. You may linger as long as you like after entering your timed slot.
- Is the Secret Annex accessible for visitors with mobility issues?
- The Secret Annex is not wheelchair accessible — reaching it requires three steep staircases of 12, 14, and 16 steps each, plus one step of 39 cm. The museum's ground-floor exhibition areas are accessible; contact the museum in advance for detailed accessibility information.
- Can I use the I Amsterdam City Card or Museumkaart for free entry?
- The I Amsterdam City Card provides no discount at the Anne Frank House. Museumkaart and ICOM card holders do receive a heavily reduced rate of €1 (plus the €1 booking fee), but must still book a timed slot online in advance and present their physical card at the entrance.
- How much does it cost to visit the Anne Frank House in 2026?
- A standard adult ticket is €16.50 (including the €1 booking fee), €7 for visitors aged 10–17, and €1 for children under 10. An optional 30-minute introductory programme brings the adult price to €23.50. Museumkaart and ICOM card holders pay only €1 plus the booking fee.
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