Amsterdam > Anne Frank's House

Anne Frank's House next to her repeatedly published diary are priceless testimonials of dark ages in human history. The terror implemented by the Nazis and discrimination against Jews, Gypsies and disabled persons pushed people in hidings to avoid concentration camps and, eventually, death. The story of Anne Frank's family is representative for what must have happened to thousand of unknown other persons and their families, reason for which it becomes so much more valuable.

At Anne Frank's House, visitors can actually see the camouflaged entrance in form of a bookcase, intentionally planned this way to maintain safety. The emotional story of the office personal helping the eight fugitives takes shape in the multimedia room, where a complete tour of the house is taken. The house bears marks of the heroine's staying there, quotes of her diary and photographs. An unique feeling is given by the presence of personal objects used by Anne Frank and her family.
The tour in the house offers detailed information on the general state of many other refugees in WW II and the dramatic story of August, 4th 1944 when Anne Frank and her family, Van Pels and Fritz Pfeffer were caught and transported to different concentration camps. Sadly, the only survivor of the group was the father, Otto Frank, while the rest found forever peace.
Visitors are not allowed with cameras or large bags inside. Taking the tour of Anne Frank's House may last about an hour. Guests must pay an entrance fee of €7.50 (adults) or €3.50 (children), while children under 10 have free access.

The schedule of this sight varies. Daily it is open from 9 to 19. From April to August, when Amsterdam receives most of its visitors, you have time from 9a.m. till 9.pm. to take a tour in Anne Frank's House. On New Year's Day, the house is open from 12.00 to 19.00, while on Christmas Day visiting hours are from 12.00 to 17.00. On May,4th opening time is at 9 o'clock and closing is made at 19.00. On December,22nd the museum opens at 9 and closes at 17, while on New Year's Eve visiting is between noon and 5 p.m. On Yom Kippoer, celebrated on October, 13th, Anne Frank's House cannot be visited. Guests are last allowed inside 30 minutes before closing.
The house is not provided with entrance facilities for disabled or partially disabled persons. The content is doubled by an 8 language-translation. Filming or photographing Anne Frank's House is strictly forbidden.

The house is placed within 15 minute walk distance from Central Train Station. If traveling with public service, you can reach the house by streetcar number 13, 14, 17 or bus number 21, 170, 171 and 172.