# Anne Frank House — Amsterdam, Netherlands

> Otto Frank, the only member of the Frank family to survive the Holocaust, opened the house as a museum in 1960. The original Secret Annex remains preserved behind the famous bookcase entrance.

## Visitor facts
- Opening hours: Daily: 9:00 AM – 10:00 PM (varies by season)
- Admission: €16 standard admission
- Address: Westermarkt 20, 1016 DK Amsterdam, Netherlands
- Time needed: 1–1.5 hours
- Official website: https://www.annefrank.org/en/
- Facts verified: 2026-06-30

## Highlights
- Anne Frank's Original Diary — Anne Frank · 1942–1944
- The Secret Annex Bookcase Door — Original 1942 construction
- Anne's Bedroom Wall — Anne Frank · 1942–1944
- Otto Frank's Office — Period reconstruction

## FAQ
**Can I buy tickets at the door?**
No — admission is exclusively by online time-slot ticket, often weeks in advance.

**Is the visit suitable for children?**
Children ten and over generally have the most meaningful experience.

**How long should I spend at Anne Frank House?**
Plan 2–3 hours for the highlights. Add time for temporary exhibitions, the museum shop, and café.

**What is Anne Frank House best known for?**
Otto Frank, the only member of the Frank family to survive the Holocaust, opened the house as a museum in 1960. The original Secret Annex remains preserved behind the famous bookcase entrance. Key highlights include The Secret Annex — eight hiding places across four floors, Anne Frank's original diary and manuscript revisions, Photographs and film of the Frank family and helpers.

**How do I get tickets for Anne Frank House?**
€16 standard admission Advance timed-entry booking is strongly recommended. Official site: https://www.annefrank.org/en/

**Why are the Secret Annex rooms unfurnished?**
Otto Frank requested that the rooms remain empty after the furniture was removed by the Nazi authorities following the arrest. The bare rooms convey the absence of those deported and allow visitors to focus on the scale and intimacy of the hiding place.

**Can I take photographs inside?**
Photography is not permitted anywhere in the museum, including the Secret Annex and exhibition spaces. This policy protects the original documents and maintains a respectful atmosphere.

**How far in advance should I book tickets?**
During peak season (April–September) and school holidays, tickets often sell out two to four weeks ahead. Book as soon as your travel dates are confirmed. A limited number of tickets release on the day of visit at 9 AM Amsterdam time.


Source: https://worldmuseumguide.org/museums/anne-frank-house/ — World Museum Guide, independent and ad-free.