The Anne Frank House is a museum built around the canal-side building in Amsterdam where the Jewish teenager Anne Frank, her family and four others hid from Nazi persecution for roughly two years during World War II. Behind a movable bookcase lies the 'Secret Annex' (Achterhuis), and Anne's original diary is on display, making it one of the world's most visited Holocaust memorial sites. In 2026 it remains extremely popular, so advance online booking is effectively mandatory and no tickets are sold at the door. Approach it less as sightseeing and more as a quiet, reflective encounter with history.
The movable bookcase that concealed the entrance to the hiding place, still in its original position.
The interior of the Secret Annex (Achterhuis) — cramped, darkened rooms with windows blacked out, preserved as they were.
Anne Frank's original diary and notebooks, including the famous red-checkered diary.
Traces of daily life left on the walls, such as film-star pictures and the pencil marks measuring the children's height.
The front house (the Opekta offices and warehouse), which sets the scene of Otto Frank's business and the family's concealment.
Good to know
RulesAdmission is by online, timed-entry ticket only — nothing is sold at the entrance. Every Tuesday at 10:00 local time, tickets for dates about six weeks ahead are released, so book on the official site (annefrank.org) as soon as your dates are set. Even Museumkaart holders must reserve a timed ticket.
RulesTickets are non-refundable, non-exchangeable and non-transferable, and are valid only for the chosen date and time. Bring your confirmation email and a matching ID/passport.
RulesPhotography and filming are strictly prohibited inside the museum, to protect the original artefacts and respect other visitors.
MannersBags larger than an A4 sheet — backpacks, suitcases and large items — may not be brought in, and there is no storage. Leave luggage at your hotel or in the lockers at Amsterdam Central Station.
SafetyThe historic building has very steep, narrow stairs and no elevator. If you have mobility, knee or back issues, or are travelling with a stroller or wheelchair, contact the museum about accessibility in advance.
CautionPickpocketing is common around the Jordaan district, tram stops and Central Station. Wear bags in front and mind your wallet and phone. Avoid unofficial resellers advertising 'skip-the-line' access — they carry markup and invalid-ticket risks; buy only from the official website.
SeasonSummer peak (June–August) and weekends sell out weeks ahead; winter evenings are comparatively quieter. As a mostly indoor site it works well in rain, though the interior can be cool — bring a light layer.
Practical info
From Amsterdam Central Station, take tram 13 or 17 to Westermarkt (1–2 minutes' walk from the stop), or walk about 15–20 minutes. The museum is generally open daily, roughly 9:00 to 22:00 (last entry 21:00), but always confirm the current opening hours, prices and ticketing rules on the official website before you go.
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