Royal Palace Amsterdam (Koninklijk Paleis) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to visit the Royal Palace Amsterdam in 2025?

Tickets for the Royal Palace Amsterdam cost €12.50 for adults and €9 for students; under-18s go free. You can admire the grand, 17th-century frontage of Koninklijk Paleis on a range of Amsterdam walking tours, which start from as little as US$5.

Q: What are the Royal Palace Amsterdam’s opening hours?

Royal Palace Amsterdam is open from 10pm to 5pm or 6pm, depending on the time of year. However, it is only open to the public when it’s not being used for state business, so you should check the calendar on the official website before planning a visit.

Q: Can I use any Amsterdam passes at the Royal Palace Amsterdam?

No, you can’t use Amsterdam passes at the Royal Palace Amsterdam, as it’s not included in the I Amsterdam City Card or the Go City Amsterdam pass. It is, however, included in the Museumkaart (Museum Card), an annual pass that covers museums across the Netherlands.

Q: Can I take photos inside the Royal Palace Amsterdam?

Yes, you can take photos inside the Royal Palace Amsterdam, but you are not allowed to use flash or accessories such as tripods or selfie sticks, or shoot wedding photography. Filming of any kind, even on your phone and for personal use, is not allowed.

Q: Is the Royal Palace Amsterdam accessible?

Yes, the Royal Palace Amsterdam is accessible, with elevator access to all levels plus wheelchair-friendly bathrooms. Wheelchairs and mobility aids are available to borrow at the front desk. Plus, visitors with hearing challenges can use a free guidebook available in several languages, including English.

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Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introductory Walking Tour

Valerie_D, Mar 2026

Fernando was a great tour guide!

Fernando was an excellent guide giving us a lot of historical information. He was fun, witty, and kept the pace lively. We enjoyed this tour and learned a lot about Amsterdam. At the end he gave recommendations as well and that was greatly appreciated.

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laurakath04, Mar 2026

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10/10 history tour Samuel is the best

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A great way to spend a sunny afternoon in Amsterdam.

Ramses was such a knowledgeable guide. Great sense of humor was a bonus. We would highly recommend this tour. Ramses knew so much about the buildings, history and the people in Amsterdam. "....neither the people nor the buildings in Holland are straight." Ramses education shows up. We chuckled about the origin of the term Yankees. And we were shocked about facts from WWII.