Wow! One of my favorite museums I have been to. But get there early. We had 9am tickets when it first opened and it was not too bad while we were there, but by the time we finished, people were 5 deep in front of every Van Gogh. Museum was nicely designed and a lot of Van Goghs as well as other peer painters. Would highly recommend! read more

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I didn't realize I was a Van Gogh fan until I saw some of my favourite paintings all in one place. This truly was a wonderful experience. The Van Gogh Museum is a beautiful collection of art pieces from Van Gogh himself and other artists that crossed his path. It's also a thorough recollection of his life story and has one of my favourite gift shops ever. The museum isn't very large but it is very comprehensive given that its focus is on one single person. You can easily get through it in an hour, but you can spend 2-3 here if you take your time. There is lots to look at and lots to learn. During our visit, there was a very popular Pokemon x Van Gogh exhibit that was going on. It was super cute and very popular with kids and adults alike. The temporary exhibition in Oct 2023 was displaying art from different artists that were in France at the same time as Van Gogh and painted similar subjects as him. Make sure you purchase your tickets ahead of time. The museum is super popular and tickets are sold out weeks ahead of time. If you cannot find tickets on the official website, try a reliable 3rd party tour site. We got ours off Tours and Tickets and got in without issue. Don't forget to check out the gift shops which have tons of souvenirs displaying multiple popular paintings. Truly some of the most aesthetically pleasing souvenirs I've ever seen. read more

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The van Gogh Museum is an absolute must do while in Amsterdam. My family and I really enjoyed our visit. We bought tickets about a month in advance and you definitely need to buy tickets in advance. You can go to the website and pick your day and time. For US residence make sure when you're picking your day and time that you note that their calendar starts on Mondays, not Sundays as you may end up picking the wrong day of the week. We picked an early morning start at 9:15 AM. I'm glad we did as the museum just seem to get more crowded as the day went on. We were at the museum for almost exactly 2 hours. We did not see the special exhibition that they had going on because we were traveling with a six-year-old. I was pretty happy that he did as well as he did for two hours in an art museum. His favorite painting was the sunflowers and they had an area in the gift shop where he could color sunflowers that he really enjoyed. As a history person I really enjoyed the flow of the museum and how it showed the progression of van Gogh's artwork through his life and the different influences on him through different portions of his life. You start with a timeline and series of self portraits. As you move up through the museum, you see his early works as a peasant painter. They especially had the cool painting of a boot, and there was one before he went to Paris, and after he went to Paris, and you could see how his style of painting changed. That was really fascinating to me. You then go on to see his paintings that he did in Paris and the influence other artists in Paris had on him. Then he moved to his time in Arle, then the last part of his life where he struggled with his mental health. It was a beautiful museum and very poignant. It was cool to learn that his nephew worked so hard to make this museum happen. I highly recommend it read more

I'd always dreamed of coming to this museum. I love Van Gogh's art and today I learned so much more about him. We even got to take a painting class in the museum! I love this museum and I would 10/10 visit again and recommend others to visit! read more

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If you're a fan of Van Gogh, or art or museums in general - I definitely recommend a stop here if you're in Amsterdam. The museum does a great job of showcasing a huge amount of Van Gogh's art, as well as expertly presenting his background and history, including his untimely death. You can see many well known Van Gogh works, such as The Potato Eaters, Sunflowers, Almond Blossom, The Bedroom, and many of his very recognizable self portraits. There are also many more paintings, as well as sketches, drawings, and even some of Van Gogh's personal letters, giving a little insight into his inspirations, demons, and psyche. For the cost (€20), this is a huge collection that you can peruse for hours. And for anyone under 18, you can actually get in free. We visited the Rijksmusem also, which features many other artists and has a few Van Gogh pieces, (and is a little more expensive), but if you're interested in seeing more/learning more particularly about Van Gogh, I definitely recommend adding this stop to your itinerary! read more

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The Van Gogh Museum is a testimony to Vincent Van Gogh's family, particularly that of his brother Theo and his daughter. After his tragic life ending suicide, Theo worked tirelessly to organize and catalog his brother's paintings. The last two years of Vincent's life were a world wind of productivity and bitter sweet. Most remember his argument with Paul Gauguin, on who was the most serious artist between the two, which ended with Van Gogh cutting off his own ear. But in those remaining two years, Van Gogh produced some his best, awe inspiring work. This Museum, along with the nearby Rijks and Musée d'Orsay in Paris, house his best works. From his Yellow Room and Almond Tree, to the portraits of the local town folk in sleepy French city of Arles or of himself, to his spiritual masterwork Starry Night. It can take your breath away seeing them in person. read more

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What a great beginning to our time in Amsterdam. We learned so much more than we thought we knew, about Van Gogh. It took a bit longer to visit than we thought it would, as people hover over pictures and those without the head phone experience are not as directional. If Van Gogh is an artist you love, this is totally worth it. read more

A small and manageable museum centered on the brief and tragic career of Van Gogh showcasing many of his more famous works. Located near the center of the museum complex this museum displays work on 4 floors. Timed entry tickets are required and should be bought in advance as it regularly sells out. We had 3 pm tickets but were able to get entry around 2:45. You only need 1-2 hours to see it all. Note: while there are elevators mostly you are going up and down the stairs between floors. There's a cafe and a bookstore as well. While busy on a bustling Saturday In Amsterdam, it never felt too crowded. Worth a visit for sure. read more

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Most of the cities had the Van Gogh exhibition but this museum is something else. His life and his story is very shocking and sad. on his last 70 days of his life he painted 72 pieces and all masterpieces. This was very 1st museum that make me read and spend time on all his painting. the story behind all his works is very fascinating. Totally recommended and get your tickets in advance! read more

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A must if in Amsterdam. Make sure that you book your tickets far in advance. Not joking. I love the stairs ascending down into the museum. If you are lucky enough to use a locker, you must use the same kiosk each time in order to open it. We made the mistake of using a different kiosk after being told that my backpack wasn't allowed in the museum, and we couldn't access our locker. One of the staff members helped us out and explained what we did wrong. There is a small café in case you need a snack. The lobby is smaller compared to other places I visited. However they make up for it with two giftshops. I found a couple items to take back as gifts. First floor has toilets, no water fountain for bottles. Let's talk about the museum. It's 4 levels of joy. We finished this much faster than the Rijk. I think it took us 3 hours? There are some classic pieces that we all get to enjoy in person. Van Gogh was a troubled human, with a gift of art. I learned to appreciate him and pity him. read more

This gallery puts the Van Gogh immersive exhibition to shame - there's so many actual paintings by the artist, history to be learned & the various folks leading tours thru the hall are passionate about the artist's work. I heard a guide explaining to a group of children the complexities of a painting, looking for a painting within a painting & a clock, I would have totally missed if I hadn't listened in. Then there was another gentleman explaining a piece, couples in the park & how it may have reflected on Van Gogh's love life. Highly recommended, a guide as well. Go earlier in the day, by the afternoon it starts to get crowded & you may have to wait to get in. If they ever do a wine tasting & lecture of the various paintings count me in! read more

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I love this place!!! I cannot stress enough to buy your tickets in advance. BUY YOUR TICKETS IN ADVANCE BECAUSE THEY WILL SELL OUT !!! I got our tickets like a day or two before we actually visited and they had lots of times available. I think it helped that when we visited it was low tourist season. When you arrive they have workers at the door asking for your ticket confirmation and if you dont have one and tickets are available they have a separate line for the ticket office. It was raining a bit when we visited so you had to wait outside in line even if you had a ticket, they are timed for entrance. Once inside they had lockers to put your heave bags and coats away, free of charge. The staff spoke english and the bathrooms here were clean and signage was very clear where to go. I picked to pay extra to have the audio guide and it was really nice because you can choose from multiple languages and has a strap to go around your neck. It was very crowded that day so be patient. I am glad we left our heavy coats in those lockers because I was sweating with my regular shirt in here, thats how crowded it was. The museum is organized so you start at the top floor where his earlier works are and work your way back down to the basement where you see his last works before passing away. The basement was the main entrance to the museum and thats where the gift shop is located. You will find your typical souvenirs there, they do accept credit cards. Overall I think we spent half the day here and that was me rushing. I love art and Van Gogh is one of my favorite artists, my favorites by him are his sunflowers and the night at the cafe. I would have loved to spend more time here but and I could easily do it but we had other museums and things to do. This museum is a 'you cannot miss' on your trip to the Amsterdam, its is one of the shining jewels of the city. read more

The brush strokes. They're magic! The thicker and wider, the more magic! Van Gogh considered himself a failure... My hope is that Van Gogh knows how much his works are celebrated, respected and appreciated. Many of these impressionist artists didn't live to see their significant success and impact on the world. He took his life at 37 years old due to multiple bouts with mental health! I know a lot about Van Gogh but here is what I learned on this visit. 1. He drew 1100 works. I knew he dabbled in etching/drawing but I had no idea there were 1100 works. 2. He produced 900 paintings in 10 years. I knew he died young but I didn't know the amount of paintings he produced in that time. This is on average...a painting every 30 hours. Math Break - that is 2,000 works in 10 years! 1100 drawings and 900 paintings! So Van Gogh was a machine! 3. Van Gogh painted himself because he couldn't afford models. He also painted over his art works and on the other side of his art works because the canvases were so expensive. 4. Van Gogh's mental health doctor was Dr. Gachet. I didn't know he lived with his doctor for some time and his doctor was also an artist. Greatly enjoyed this visit! Will be back! read more

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Really enjoyed this museum. Started with the temporary exhibit and progressed to their permanent collection. Only gave myself one and a half hours to see everything and that wasn't enough time; I had to rush around at the end to see the most important piece, the Sunflowers! I think it's beneficial to know something about Van Gogh's life history before coming; it gives you a perspective on his art and the different time periods he had to go through. Would definitely recommend this museum to anyone interested in his art (and the art of his friends and contemporaries), but might be a better experience if you give yourself a bit more time! read more

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One of the best museums in the world. Very crowded all the time, yet very efficient. Their location is in the midst of many other famous Dutch Museums. This one is a must!! read more

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We purchased timed tickets months in advance. The museum was sold out today, but we still stood online to get inside. We purchased a headset in advance which we appreciated. The headset did not revolve in numerical order. We put our belongings in a complementary locker and followed the crowds up to & through the exhibition. There were school groups, tour groups and just crowds of people, it took a while to get in front to be able to look at the art. We started with a timeline of van Gogh, and then moved through the galleries. The galleries were very very crowded , noisy, hot and smelly. It was tough to enjoy & appreciate the art when seeing paintings that were 10 people deep. We spent 3 hrs exploring the museum, had a cold iced tea in the coffee shop & made a few purchases from the beautiful gift shop. In the restaurant I ordered a hummus plate & my husband a flatbread, prices were reasonable. This is the most visited museum in the Netherlands. The Potato Eaters, Wheatfield with Crows and, yes, the postcard-perfect Sunflowers series are all among the 200-strong painting collection. But this is more than just a rundown of van Gogh's greatest hits. Drawings & letters dive into the artist's depression (and that ear incident), there's a video installation charting his rise, and works by the first generation of artists to be inspired by him are on view. This museum is situated at the Museumplein complex & consists of 2 buildings, the Rietveld building with four stories and a café. The Kurokawa wing is a new three-story, oval, the connects through a tunnel. The Van Gogh Museum has the largest collection of the Dutch post-Impressionist painter's works anywhere in the world. It is also a major research center, constantly making discoveries about his working process and artistic technique. Researchers learned that the red pigment van Gogh used had faded over time, leaving the paintings more blue than he'd originally intended. Imagine what his "Bedroom" in Arles would have looked like if the walls were purple and not blue; or how his blossoming fruit trees might have been pink, rather than white. We ended at van Gogh's, Almond Blossoms a piece that van Gogh created for the birth of his nephew and namesake. Six months after van Gogh death, his younger brother Theo died. The Museum shared a lot about their relationship and correspondences. Jo, Theo's widow, saved the chest of drawers, where she kept all of their correspondences. Vincent, van Gogh, Jr. was the founder of this museum and dedicated his life to keeping his uncles' works relevant. Two of Vincent's grand nieces live in Amsterdam today. Willem van Gogh's family inherited the artist's priceless collection, including 456 paintings & 650 drawings read more

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One of my favorite museums. You can take the audio guide to learn about his life and the art history. I definitely recommend this plus booking ahead and online. They were sold out for the day when I arrived at opening. Cafe is nice too. read more

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I loved this museum! It is truly a beautiful place. Go with enough time to experience all three floors and be sure to wear comfortable shoes as there is a lot of walking and stairs! The audio tour is very informative and the paintings are beautiful. When in Amsterdam, be sure to visit it. You will not be disappointed! read more

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Cool museum to check out if you're a fan of Van Gogh! Def buy tickets in advance online cause once they sell out, they sell out and that's it. When I went today (and I'm sure it's like this everyday) it was SOOOO crowded. I really tried to get in and out as quickly as I could. It def affected my experience, but I'm still glad I went. They won't let you bring in big bags or backpacks, but there are lockers available to put your stuff in for free. Gift shop had a good variety of products for souvenirs or gifts. read more

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It was cool to see some of van goghs works but the museum was just waaaay too busy and packed with tourists taking selfies of themselves. I must report that the information desk lady, sitting next to the audio tour hand out, was particularly obnoxious to me and ruined the experience. She refused to help me open a locker, eyes rolling back in her sockets in disgust at me for being so stupid...and when i asked for her name, she lost it and started barking that its just past 9am and how dare i disrespect her. She tells me "you weren't nice to me so now i dont have to be nice to you" Nasty experience at the museum. (18 june 2025, 9am tour) read more

These is a very nice museum and an impressive building. The flow of the exhibition is great, if not a little crowded. Of course everywhere is crowded in Amsterdam so this is no surprise. I am giving it five stars for all of these reasons, but at the risk of sounding blasphemous, I must say that I do not like The works of Vincent van Gogh at all. His style isn't for me. Starry Night being the only exception. This painting of course is not at the van Gogh museum in Amsterdam but I believe it is at the MoMA in New York if I'm not mistaking. The works that I liked the most are actually works from other artists such as Monet. There were a few paintings that were better than others. I think this reflects a lot on his mental decline. Very tragic life indeed. Still it is an educational and cultural experience that should not be missed. read more

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We loved this museum however in full disclosure we couldn't get ticket so we booked a private tour with Viator. It was expensive but our tour guide was amazing. The guide explained so much of Vincent's early works to late works. How his style evolved, his relationship with his family, especially his brother and sister in law. The museum was very crowded but with the guide it made it more interesting and we have a renewed and greater respect and admiration for the person, Vincent and the artist, Vincent. Without the guide I would give the museum a 3.5 but with the guide give it a 5. read more

One of my favorite museums in the world. Always a highlight when I'm in Amsterdam. Buy your tickets online. Tickets run out even during the winter "slow(er) travel season. read more

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This is an attraction dedicated to one of the most notable Dutch figures in history, and I encourage you to visit if you appreciate his art and want to learn more about his life story. There appeared to be two buildings that are labeled the Van Gogh Museum. I was a little confused where to enter at first, but they are actually connected, and the correct entrance will be where you clearly see through the glass where there are escalators and a large walking area below. You will also most likely see a long line, so that's the biggest indicator that you're in the right spot. The second building is where guests can enter from inside to begin their tour and also head to the gift shop and exit the building. Make sure you arrive near your scheduled time, anything too early or too late will have you turned away at the front. Once you are inside, head down the escalators and go to the desk that provides the audio headset that guides you throughout your tour. Frankly though, it was more of an audio accompaniment to relax me amongst the large crowds. The headset should be used by approaching the painting that you want to learn about and pressing the play button to hear its history. However, because there were so many attendees and so little space to truly immerse yourself in Gogh's work, I just played everything back-to-back as I roamed around aimlessly. It did get a little calmer as I walked up the 2nd and 3rd floors, but I felt overwhelmed by the many people and loud noises about. Since this is a family-friendly environment, expect a lot of children/babies as well. I left the attraction overstimulated, regretting visiting on a Sunday afternoon. If I had more time in my vacation, then I would've visited on a weekday instead. The content itself expands upon the knowledge you may already have about the late artist; proving that there was more to his personality that the infamy he obtained from cutting off his ear. If he were alive today, I was genuinely want to befriend him, and that makes me value his artwork even more. The museum does well in chronicling his beginning to his end, and how his work is still admired today. He is an inspirational figure who had a tragic life, but through that I learned to always try and improve myself and the support of your love ones can take you a long way in life. Gogh was beyond his end, but the series of events that developed him into the man we'd pay money to learn from. I'm glad I got to visit the museum. I advise future guests to visit on a weekday (during school hours), if possible, as it can get super crowded that you'll have to miss out on some art. Otherwise, the place was neat and informative, with so many cool souvenirs you could buy, I wish I could've bought them all. I only paid for a magnet and glasses case of my favorite painting that day, "Almond Blossom" because the story behind why Gogh painted it encourages me to love hard and stay strong even in the midst of internal struggle. read more

Very good Van Gogh gallery of works that have not been sold off. Some of his famous works are at galleries around the world. But good representation of his short and difficult life is here. Very busy museum, must book ahead of time. read more

Nice museum. Lots to see, easy to walk through. It wasn't overly crowded and you definitely need to buy tickets beforehand as it sells out. I'd highly recommend walking through here on a trip to Amsterdam. read more

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Van Gogh is the historic artist who had mental health issues and severed part of his own left ear. His brushstrokes are very characteristic of his style and so many of his paintings are recognizable. This museum is definitely worth a visit if you're in Amsterdam. If you're looking for The Starry Night (1889), it is not located at this museum. Currently, The Starry Night is Museum of Modern Art in New York. As always for all museums in Europe, book your tickets early online and go in the morning to avoid crowds. read more

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Van Gogh is one of my favorite artists, and his flagship museum here in Amsterdam did not disappoint. The building is beautiful and spacious. I recommend buying your tickets online in advance in case they sell out so you don't miss out. I was pleased to see how many of Van Gogh's most famous works are here. (Starry Night is at the MoMA in New York.) Crows in Wheatfield (a brooding favorite of mine), Bedroom in Arles, Almond Blossoms, and Sunflowers are here. And The Potato Eaters (which for some reason creeps me out) is here too, among many, many others of his most popular paintings. What also pleased me was to discover his not so famous works that I'd never seen before and found that I loved those paintings too. Avenue of Poplars in Autumn was really striking and gets no love! Like any good museum, they have a great gift store you can hit on the way out. If you like Van Gogh, don't miss coming here. read more

This is a lovely small museum with many Van Gogh originals as well as other contemporaries who influenced him or who he influenced. I rented the audio tour headphones and proceeded with the leisurely tour. It took approximately 3 hours to see everything. I learned a great deal about Van Gogh. This Museum was started by his nephew Vincent who was named for him in the same year, but prior to Van Gogh's death. read more

We did not have tickets and they were sold out but on their Wi-fi we got some tickets. We enjoyed having the head sets which gives us more information. It was a bit busy but we enjoyed all the displays and different times of his life. The Irises were my favorite. A must see if you have time. read more

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PRO TIP: Book your tickets online! They don't sell tickets at the museum entrance (probably due to Covid - I'm not sure). The current admission price is 19 Euros. We booked our tickets for 9:30am and were able to enter in a few minutes early before our timed entry. The museum was already busy early in the morning and I was quite surprised about that. There wasn't a mask mandate during the time we visited the museum last month. But, there were a few visitors (including myself) wearing a mask. We were here for about three hours exploring the museum. You'll get to see paintings of Van Gogh's early works to the paintings up until his death. I should have gotten the audio guide to listen more about Van Gogh's paintings, but the note cards next to the paintings were still informative. The gift shop was alright and I didn't make any purchase. I thought the magnets that I saw at "Bloemenmarkt" (flower market) were a lot better than the ones in the museum. read more

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This was my favorite museum in Amsterdam! I loved how spacious the galleries were, the audio was very easy to maneuver, easy to follow Van Goghs work and life. Highly recommend this tour. read more

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Love love love! I'm more of a history museum then art but this museum grabbed my attention. The audio tour is a must as it takes you through Van Gough's life, he was an interesting man. From his mental illness and the relationship with his brother, you'll learn so much about him and his work. read more

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In A Nutshell: -The Van Gogh Museum was just ok. -For what it's worth, it's still something to check out if you are big into art, especially Van Gogh or another temporary exhibit (which at the time of this writing was Gustav Klimt). -The rooms are small, so even w/ ticket reservations at allotted time slots, it can get pretty crowded. -I did enjoy the fact of how close you can get to the paintings to see the details which Van Gogh is known for. -I also enjoyed learning more about his life story. -I don't recommend renting the audio assist b/c you mainly just hear background music. Overall, the exterior of the building is beautiful, lot's of open grass to have a picnic if you decide, the staff was kind too. read more

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Amongst the many museums located in Amsterdam, this one in particular I knew was a must see. Such a story this man comes from. The museum highlights both his highs and lows extremely well. I highly recommend making a ticket reservation purchase in advance. I also recommend only arriving 5-10 min before your scheduled time. Every floor gave representation of Van Gogh in a different part of his life. You can opt to purchase audio for the museum if you'd like a detailed description. I chose to walk and absorb the environment, paintings and history. My ticket also included the Golden Boy exhibit which is set to be completed in early January. Overall, I had an enjoyable time and highly recommend if in Amsterdam. read more

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This was cool to see as a dedicated museum to Van Gogh. Starry Night is not here** just FYI. Gives pretty good detail on the life of the artist. Not entirely required for an Amsterdam experience but provides an additional experience. read more

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I have been to Van Gogh museums and exhibits all over but this was the first time I went to "THE" van gogh museum. LOL It is exactly what you think it is. Do make a reservation because they had signs that they were sold out today. read more

Beautiful museum. Abusive miniature security guard made an dying man wait outside in the rain for a rideshare instead of allowing them to wait in cover. read more

One of the best things we did in Amsterdam! Absolutely loved this, we went through all 3 floors and it took a little over an hour. Personal favorite was his new perspective art. There were so many beautiful pieces, truly a great experience. Also we had delays but emailed them and went about 45 min after our time slot and they were really accommodating. Would recommend read more

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*I recommend seeing the movie "Loving Vincent" before you go, just to familiarize yourself with his story and paintings.* We had already planned on a visit here, but this was another museum that everyone told us we had to go see. It's a very interesting layout, as you enter a building made entirely, seemingly, out of glass. You go down escalators and you are in a huge atrium which houses the gift shop. There is also a coat and bag check, and a large photo backdrop where you get your picture taken in front of a blown up painting as a souvenir. (It's free and it's emailed to you, not a print out) Near the gift shop is another set of escalators that take you up into the museum. I didn't realize until after, that we had just went under the sidewalk outside, nor that we were in a different building. There are signs everywhere stating that photography is not allowed, but the number of people who took pictures anyway, was astounding. The docents were constantly on the go telling people to put their phones away. The museum starts on the ground floor, delving a bit into Vincent's life and how he got started. As you move up through each floor of the museum, you see the different styles of his works as his technique developed and progressed. Along the way, there are pieces here and there by artists who were influenced by him, as well as a room just of their paintings. There is another room that displays letters between him and his brother, who acted as his agent. You won't find Starry Night here, that's in the MOMA in New York. (They don't even sell Starry Night merch in the gift shop!) You will see The Potato Eaters, Sunflowers, The Bedroom, and several self portraits, to name a few, as well as works by Gaugin, Monet, Toulouse-Lautrec, Manet, Pissarro, and many others. Tickets are timed entry and should be purchased in advance, which is perfectly safe and easy to do from home. No need to wait until you are in the country: https://www.vangoghmuseum.nl/en/plan-your-visit Plan on 3-4 hours to leisurely see everything. 19/2020 read more

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