The Anne Frank House sells tickets only online, for specific timed entry slots; you cannot buy them at the door. Tickets are released in blocks six weeks (60 days) in advance, typically on Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. Amsterdam time, and they sell out extremely quickly. If your dates are fixed, set a calendar reminder for the release day and be ready to book the moment sales open; cancellations sometimes free up extra slots, so checking again closer to your visit can pay off. Beware third-party resellers: only buy from the museum’s official site to avoid inflated or fraudulent tickets.

There are two main ticket options on the official site: the standard museum visit, which includes a free audio guide available in several languages, and the Introductory Programme + museum visit, a popular option that adds a 30-minute contextual film or talk before you enter the house. The Introductory Programme gives helpful historical framing and is recommended (especially for first-time visitors), but it’s especially likely to sell out. Tickets are non-transferable and issued in your name, so be sure the booking name matches your ID and that you arrive on time—the house enforces strict entry times.

On the practical side, expect to spend about 60–75 minutes inside the museum for most visitors; the Introductory Programme adds another 30 minutes. Photography is not allowed inside the house out of respect and for conservation reasons, and you’ll be asked to store belongings that aren’t permitted. Security and timed entry mean you’ll move through in groups, and the experience can be emotionally intense for children—many guides recommend reading Anne’s diary beforehand or choosing the Introductory Programme to prepare younger visitors.

To improve your chances of getting tickets and to have a smoother visit, try to book exactly when tickets are released (six weeks out) or check for returned slots in the days before your trip. If you can’t secure official tickets, some reputable guided operators sell combined walking tours that include guaranteed Anne Frank House entry — but those come at a premium and might bundle extra walking routes around the Jordaan and Westerkerk. When you arrive, be punctual: the museum recommends arriving a little early for security and check-in, and to respect the tone of the visit, plan to be quiet and reflective while inside.

Accessibility information and practical visitor facilities are listed on the museum’s official practical information page; the museum provides details on access for visitors with disabilities, services, and the visitor conditions you should read before you travel. If you have questions about access or special requirements, contact the museum in advance so staff can advise and accommodate where possible.

To visit the Anne Frank House well: buy tickets on the official site exactly six weeks ahead (Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m.), consider the Introductory Programme for richer context, avoid third-party resellers, arrive on time, and treat the visit with quiet respect. With those simple steps you’ll ensure access to one of Amsterdam’s most moving and thoughtfully curated museums.