Anne Frank House tickets are sold online only, never on site. Every Tuesday at 10 am, the museum releases tickets for visits six weeks later. An adult ticket costs €16.50 and the museum is open every day from 9 am to 10 pm.
The house where Anne Frank and her family hid during the Occupation is one of the most in-demand museums in Amsterdam, and time slots go quickly. So the question is not only « how much » but « when to book ». We have turned the official rule into a practical calendar. For the rest of the city, see our guide to visiting Amsterdam.
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Anne Frank House: key facts
- Hours: every day from 9 am to 10 pm; December 25 and 31 from 9 am to 5 pm (checked on 15 October 2026 on annefrank.org).
- Standard price recorded on 15 October 2026: €16.50 adult; €7 ages 10 to 17; €1 ages 0 to 9 (€1 booking fee included). Subject to change: check before you go.
- Booking: mandatory, online only, for a specific time slot.
- Release of tickets: every Tuesday at 10 am (Amsterdam time), for visits six weeks later.
- Time needed: not stated by the museum; optional 30-minute introduction programme, in English.
- Information checked on 15 October 2026 on annefrank.org.
Tickets: official website only
The museum is clear: tickets are not sold at the door, only online, by debit or credit card. They are named, non-exchangeable, non-refundable and valid only for the date and time chosen. Even children aged 0 to 9 need a booked ticket. Third-party sites that promise guaranteed entry generally sell an external guided tour or a pass, so check what you are buying.
| Category | Price recorded on 15 October 2026 |
|---|---|
| Adult | €16.50 |
| Ages 10–17 | €7.00 |
| Ages 0–9 | €1.00 |
| Museumkaart and ICOM card | €1.00 |
| European Youth Card (EYC) | €7.00 |
| I amsterdam City Card, student card | No discount |
There are two options: the museum visit alone, or the visit preceded by the 30-minute introduction programme (in English) on the history of Anne Frank.
When to book: the calculated calendar
The official rule fits in one sentence: « every Tuesday at 10 am, all tickets become available for a visit six weeks later ». To find which Tuesday to watch, count back six weeks from your visit date, then take the previous Tuesday if needed. Examples for 2027 (Destination de Voyage calculation):
| Desired visit | Tuesday release to watch (10 am) |
|---|---|
| Saturday, January 2, 2027 | Tuesday, November 17, 2026 |
| Saturday, February 13, 2027 | Tuesday, December 29, 2026 |
| Saturday, March 27, 2027 | Tuesday, February 9, 2027 |
| Tuesday, April 27, 2027 | Tuesday, March 16, 2027 |
| Saturday, May 15, 2027 | Tuesday, March 30, 2027 |
| Wednesday, July 14, 2027 | Tuesday, June 1, 2027 |
| Saturday, August 7, 2027 | Tuesday, June 22, 2027 |
| Saturday, October 30, 2027 | Tuesday, September 14, 2027 |
| Monday, December 27, 2027 | Tuesday, November 9, 2027 |
Practical tip: note the time, 10 am in Amsterdam, and convert it to your own time zone. Have your payment method ready (card only) and the exact number of tickets, children included.
Opening hours and closures
The museum is open every day from 9 am to 10 pm. Published exceptions: December 25 and 31 (9 am–5 pm). It also closed for Yom Kippur (September 21, 2026): in 2027, check the date of this closure on the official website, as it follows the Hebrew calendar.
Best time to visit
The visit is indoors, so the choice of time slot matters more than the weather. The table shows daylight hours in Amsterdam: in December it is dark by 4:30 pm; in June the sun sets after 10 pm, i.e. after closing time.
| Month | Sunrise | Sunset | Day length | Avg. high | Rain |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 08:43 | 16:56 | 8 h 13 | 6.2 °C (43 °F) | 67 mm (2.6 in) |
| February | 07:56 | 17:53 | 9 h 56 | 6.9 °C (44 °F) | 55 mm (2.2 in) |
| March | 06:55 | 18:44 | 11 h 49 | 10.1 °C (50 °F) | 52 mm (2.0 in) |
| April | 06:43 | 20:38 | 13 h 55 | 14.3 °C (58 °F) | 40 mm (1.6 in) |
| May | 05:45 | 21:29 | 15 h 44 | 17.8 °C (64 °F) | 54 mm (2.1 in) |
| June | 05:17 | 22:04 | 16 h 47 | 20.3 °C (69 °F) | 65 mm (2.6 in) |
| July | 05:36 | 21:56 | 16 h 20 | 22.5 °C (73 °F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
| August | 06:22 | 21:06 | 14 h 43 | 22.4 °C (72 °F) | 99 mm (3.9 in) |
| September | 07:14 | 19:56 | 12 h 42 | 19.2 °C (67 °F) | 84 mm (3.3 in) |
| October | 08:05 | 18:46 | 10 h 41 | 14.7 °C (58 °F) | 87 mm (3.4 in) |
| November | 08:01 | 16:48 | 8 h 47 | 10.0 °C (50 °F) | 85 mm (3.3 in) |
| December | 08:43 | 16:26 | 7 h 43 | 6.9 °C (44 °F) | 82 mm (3.2 in) |
The museum does not publish hourly crowd data, and we do not invent any. For the city’s climate and busy periods, see our page on the best time to visit Amsterdam.
What to see
- The front house, where Otto Frank’s business and offices were located.
- The Secret Annex, behind the revolving bookcase, where eight people lived in hiding.
- The spaces devoted to the Diary and to the family’s story.
- The introduction programme (optional, 30 minutes, in English), before the visit.
The museum sets no visit length: only the entry time is fixed by the ticket. If you add the introduction programme, allow 30 more minutes before entering the house. For a day of museums in Amsterdam, book this slot first, then organize the other visits around it.
Accessibility
The museum warns that the house has steep stairs and a high step. Visitors who have difficulty with stairs should check in advance what to expect on the museum’s information pages.
Common mistakes (based on the official rules)
- Turning up without a ticket: there are no sales at the door.
- Forgetting the children: ages 0 to 9 also need a booked ticket.
- Paying in cash or by bank transfer: debit or credit card only.
- Counting on the City Card: it gives no discount here.
- Arriving late: the ticket is valid only at the chosen time, with no exchange or refund.
Checklist before booking
- Fix your visit date, then find the release Tuesday (table above).
- Log in shortly before 10 am (Amsterdam time) on the relevant Tuesday.
- Count everyone, including children aged 0 to 9 (€1 ticket).
- Choose between the visit alone and the visit with the 30-minute introduction programme in English.
- Have a debit or credit card: it is the only accepted payment method.
- Warn anyone who has trouble with stairs: steep steps and a high step.
What to see nearby
The house stands on the Prinsengracht, in the canal ring. For museums, neighborhoods and places to stay, see our guide to visiting Amsterdam.
Frequently asked questions
How do you get tickets for the Anne Frank House?
Online only, on annefrank.org: every Tuesday at 10 am, the museum releases tickets for visits six weeks later. There are no on-site sales.
How much is admission to the Anne Frank House?
Prices recorded on 15 October 2026: €16.50 adult, €7 ages 10 to 17, €1 ages 0 to 9 (€1 booking fee included).
What are the Anne Frank House opening hours?
Every day from 9 am to 10 pm; 9 am–5 pm on December 25 and 31. A Yom Kippur closure applies.
Is the visit wheelchair accessible?
The museum reports steep stairs and a high step; ask about access in advance on its website.
Does the City Card include the Anne Frank House?
No: the museum states that the I amsterdam City Card gives no discount.
Our sources
- Anne Frank Stichting, Tickets, consulted on 15 October 2026.
- KNMI, 1991–2020 normals for Amsterdam-Schiphol (via our best-time-to-visit page).
- NOAA, solar calculation algorithm; coordinates: Wikipedia / Wikidata (Q165366).
- Our methodology
Updated November 2026.