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Eye Filmmuseum: free entry days, tickets & hours
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Eye is free for some visitors, not for everyone.
- Free for: Exhibitions free for ages 0-17; companion for visitors who cannot get around the museum on their own (exhibitions).
- Otherwise: exhibition ticket, standard — €16.50.
Before you go
How to actually get in for free
- Take the free GVB ferry (line F3, Buiksloterweg) from behind Amsterdam Centraal; it runs 24/7 and takes a few minutes.
- Card payment only, no cash.
- The exhibition area closes between shows for set-up; check exhibition dates.
All free options
Who gets in free, and when
| Free option | Who | Conditions | Book? |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free forExhibitions free for ages 0-17 | under-18s | Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at all times. Applies to exhibitions, not film screenings. | No |
| Free forFree companion for visitors who cannot get around the museum on their own (exhibitions) | carers of visitors with disabilities | Exhibitions only; for film screenings both visitor and companion need a ticket. | No |
Official prices
Eye ticket prices
| Exhibition ticket, standard — Covers the temporary exhibition (Ulrich Seidl, until 31 Jan 2027) and the permanent exhibition 'What is Film?'. Film tickets €14 (from 20 Oct 2026). Free with Museumkaart, Stadspas, I amsterdam (box office only), ICOM. | €16.50 |
| Film screening ticket, standard (from 20 Oct 2026) — Daily programme of classics, premieres and restorations. | €14 |
Prices from the official website, checked Oct 2026. Free options are listed above.
Worth timing your visit?
What a free day saves
Based on the official price (exhibition ticket, standard). Free days are busier — if your dates don't line up, a timed ticket is the trade-off.
Tickets & tours
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Ratings and prices from the booking partners; prices may change.
Practical
Opening hours & how to get there
| Mon | Closed |
|---|---|
| Tue | 10:00–19:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–19:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–19:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–19:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–19:00 |
| Sun | 10:00–19:00 |
Exhibitions: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-19:00, closed Mondays (open Mondays in school holidays). Box office Mon 18:00-22:00, Tue-Thu and Sun 10:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-23:00. Restaurant Tue-Sun 10:00-00:00. On 7 Nov 2026 it closes at 17:00 (from 19:00 Museumnacht only).
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FAQ
Eye: common questions
Is Eye free?
Eye has no free entry for everyone. Also free: Exhibitions free for ages 0-17; companion for visitors who cannot get around the museum on their own (exhibitions). Otherwise the official ticket costs €16.50.
Who gets free entry to Eye?
Under-18s — children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult (18+) at all times. Applies to exhibitions, not film screenings.. Carers of visitors with disabilities — exhibitions only; for film screenings both visitor and companion need a ticket..
How much is a ticket to Eye?
Exhibition ticket, standard costs €16.50 on the official site.
What day is Eye closed?
Eye is closed on Mondays. Exhibitions: Tuesday-Sunday 10:00-19:00, closed Mondays (open Mondays in school holidays). Box office Mon 18:00-22:00, Tue-Thu and Sun 10:00-22:00, Fri-Sat 10:00-23:00. Restaurant Tue-Sun 10:00-00:00. On 7 Nov 2026 it closes at 17:00 (from 19:00 Museumnacht only).
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Sources
Where this comes from
- eyefilm.nl/en/plan-your-visit · checked Friday, 23 October 2026
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