Last Reviewed 18 June 2025

The Musée d’Orsay is scheduled to begin renovation work in 2026. ETOA will continue to monitor the situation and share updates as more details become available. Below what we know so far:

The main objective of the renovation work is to separate the current flow of visitors on the forecourt by doubling the entrance doors, allowing faster access to the museum.

The museum will remain open throughout the duration of the works, which will take place at night and on Mondays.

• Q1 2026: The entrances near the two shops will be cleared / exit will be on the Seine side, Place de Montherlant.
• January – October 2026: Entrance on the Seine side at the far end, near the Caisse des Dépôts, for time-stamped Musée d’Orsay tickets / forecourt entrance for reseller tickets.
• June – August 2026: No group visits allowed.
• November 2026 – April 2028: No access via the forecourt; all access will be via Montherlant side. Time-stamped tickets will be mandatory (to be confirmed). Group frequency will be reduced (one group every 15 minutes).

The additional charge for non-EU visitors is expected to be presented to the board of directors this month, for implementation in 2026.

See all the latest updates below.

On 19th November 2024 Parco Archeologico del Colosseo has published the notice on how to apply to register as a trade buyer for 2025. You can find all the details in the attachments uploaded on their official website.

Requests must be received no later than 12:00 (UTC+1) on 16 December 2024.

In summary:

Each year, PAC will publish a new public notice to allow interested operators to register in the PAC Operators List and indicate the quantity of tickets desired on an annual basis (specifically, from January 1 to December 31) This will be referred to as the “First Accreditation Session”).

All operators registered in the PAC Operators List, in order to maintain their registration in subsequent years, must:
(i) declare that they still meet all the requirements outlined in Article 2 of the PAC notice;
(ii) update the submitted documentation;
(iii) indicate the quantity of Tickets desired on an annual basis, specifying the type and time slot;
(iv) submit a signed copy of the new Contract related to the following year.

PAC will also open a second accreditation session (from June 1 to June 30) through the publication of a specific notice, aimed at registering operators in the PAC Operators List (hereinafter referred to as the “Second Accreditation Session”).

Registration in the PAC Operators List through the Second Accreditation Session will allow the operator to compete for the allocation of residual Tickets not utilized by other operators. Operators registered through the Second Accreditation Session will not be permitted to indicate the quantity of Tickets desired on an annual basis (specifically, for the period from January 1 to December 31).

The tools available to accredited Partners will include:

• B2B Call Center
• Platform (Reserved B2B Portal – available by the end of January 25)
• API (libraries for integration by Partners to automate processes – available in June 25)

Availability

• Every operator can request a maximum of 100.000 tickets per year.
• Tickets are distributed also according to most requested time slots. For example, as weekends are more in demand, less availability will be granted. Check Attachment B for full details.

FAQ can be found here

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On 2^nd October 2024 ETOA representatives along with delegates from other travel associations met with representatives from Parco Archeologico del Colosseo (PAC) and MidaTicket, the distribution partner.

(Please note that ETOA will continue to work with PAC to get further details as soon as they become available).

• A new process for initial bulk booking requests will be implemented. Accredited operators will be able to request slots for all of 2025 by the end of the year. At this stage, only a booking fee per ticket will be charged, rather than the total ticket cost. Adjustments can be made at a later stage (please see below for information on the new B2B portal). Further details regarding ticket allocations, refunds, and other matters will be confirmed later.
• All partners will receive a monthly newsletter, beginning in October, containing detailed updates on booking processes as well as general news regarding products offered by Parco Archeologico
• There will a B2B portal containing all yearly allocation assigned by PAC based on the initial request and an algorithm that considers various factors (type of booking required – group or individuals – the requested date, etc). Operators can use the portal to complete purchases of allocated tickets, add participants names and print or save final tickets. A percentage of tickets (exact number TBD) can be increased directly from the portal. Payment can be made via credit card or bank transfer, or with a prepaid balance option from June 2025. The official ticket issued by PAC is the only one accepted and cannot be modified. The portal is expected to be operational by the end of November.
• Forum pass availability will be accessible through the portal enabling all partners to purchase tickets directly from the platform.
• Students groups – If operators are booking for a school group, whether European or international, they are required to complete a form confirming that they are making the booking on the school’s behalf. Only schools booking directly can use the B2C channel. Student groups are limited to a maximum of 30 people per group (in addition to a possible tour guide).
• Starting October 7^th 2024 (for booking dates in November) it will also be possible to reserve free tickets (i.e. under 18s). These tickets will be verified at the entrance.
• It will be possible to change the guide name on the ticket by submitting a ‘delega’ on the day
• PAC continues to monitor irregular sales through other channels and will ban operators found to be involved in such activities

Summary of 2024 Meetings with Par.co:

Here you can find our latest understanding about the current situation.

In May 2024 a new provider MidaTicket started managing tickets for Parco Archeologico del Colosseo (part of the Ministry of Culture). Their contract is for 4 years. It was announced here: signed an agreement with a new ticketing system provider (CNS Servizi).

The main changes for operators are as follows:

• Operators are required to utilize the B2B channel, as the use of the B2C channel is not permitted.
• B2B availability is now c.35% for the Colosseum and 80% for the Arena24
• It is not possible to purchase group tickets on-site. There is a limit of 9 tickets allocated to direct individual visitors at any given time.
• A new booking process for operators has been implemented. There are two opportunities yearly to apply as a trade buyer
• Booking horizon: it should be confirmed that all B2B operators will have the right to book up to 1 year in advance, whereas B2C bookings will not
• Name on the tickets will remain compulsory:
  • B2C – name change allowed until 7 days before the visit
  • B2B – name change allowed until 3 days before the visit
• Capacity  increased 200 people per hour (2000 per day). Therefore total capacity is 3200 people per hour

System operation

• Please refer to materials online to review the regolamento – they address most common questions they receive: https://colosseo.it/bandi_e_concorsi/avviso-pubblico-manifestazione-interesse-albo-ufficiale-operatori-turistici-abilitati-parco-colosseo/

Business rules

• PAC is checking market offers which include Colosseum tickets:
  1. Those selling only tickets and skip-the-line will be blocked
  2. 200 email addresses have already been blocked on the B2C channel. IP addresses and credit cards will be monitored and blocked if connected with inappropriate use.

General Colosseum products available (ticket types)

Group size and guides

1. For Undergrounds, Arena, Elevator: 24+1 (24 pax + 1 guide)
2. For all other products: 25+1 (25 pax + 1 guide)
3. Tickets for guides are free and can be bought at the ticket office or online on the B2C channel. Tickets for guides are and excluded from the allocation. Most guides already have the pass to enter the Colosseum.
4. Tour guides non-accredited with PAC are entitled to a free personalized ticket, which can only be booked online. This ticket is valid for three daily entries without time restrictions (in the form of three daily tickets)

ETOA Impact Survey in June 2024: Colosseum Ticketing showed significant cost increase and reputational risk. For full results of the survey, click here.

February 2024

Following consultation with members, ETOA developed a Memorandum aggregating member concerns as basis for continue dialogue, indicating the likely adverse impact at reducing quota available to the travel trade.

Starting November 15, the Pompeii Archaeological Park will implement personalized tickets that include visitors’ names, along with a daily cap of 20,000 visitors organised into timed slots during the peak summer season.

This decision follows a record-breaking summer, where Pompeii saw more than 4 million visitors, including over 36,000 in a single day—one of the first Sundays with free admission.

In more detail, the new measures, effective from 15th November 2024, are as follows:

• A daily cap of 20,000 visitors
• Timed summer entry slots from April 1 to October 31, allowing:
  • 15,000 admissions from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. (12,000 for “Pompei express” and 3,000 for “Pompei +”)
  • 5,000 admissions from 12:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m. (3,000 for “Pompei express” and 2,000 for “Pompei +”)
• Introduction of name-based tickets

Tickets will be available both online and on-site. Personalized tickets will be required for all types of admissions (Pompei express, Pompei +, Pompei 3days, and individual sites) and will be issued upon presentation of a valid ID, both online and at ticket counters.

To facilitate entry procedures at the site, all Tour Operators accredited by the Pompeii Archaeological Park will be allowed to exchange vouchers for a cumulative ticket that will display only the name of the Tour Operator and the guide.

Non-accredited Tour Operators must present a list of group members at the ticket office. The cumulative ticket will display the name of the Agency or Tour Operator and the accompanying guide.

For other types of groups, such as families, at least one member of the group must present identification at the ticket office to collect the cumulative ticket. The ticket will show the name of the group member and the accompanying guide.

On free-entry Sundays, 5,000 tickets will be reserved at the ticket office for accredited Tour Operators.

ETOA will keep monitoring the situation and provide further updates on this page when they become available.

Last Reviewed 21 May 2025

From April 15th 2025, and for a trial period, groups accompanied by a guide and ending their tour at the Sistine Chapel are once again be allowed to exit directly onto St. Peter’s Square. This solution may be implemented permanently pending further evaluation.

In front of the Bronze Door, groups will have two options: those with a booking for St. Peter’s Basilica will meet representatives from the Fabbrica di San Pietro on the right and enter the Basilica, while groups without a booking will proceed toward the Charlemagne arm of the portico to exit onto St. Peter’s Square. From there, they may join the regular queue to enter the Basilica.

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In November 2024, Fabbrica di San Pietro launched a new booking system, accessible at www.basilicasanpietro.va.

The system aims to improve the management of visitor flows within the Basilica, as well as those arriving from the exit of the Vatican Museums.

Starting March 1st, 2025, the exit door from the Vatican Museums, located near the Bronze Door, grants access to the Basilica or the Dome exclusively to visitors with a valid reservation made through the official website. This entrance is solely reserved to groups with their local guide.

Groups of up to 15 people, accompanied by a local guide, can also book the regular entrance from St. Peter’s Square in advance. Fees range from 5 to 7 Euros per person. Booking is not mandatory if entering from the main square.

Through this dedicated portal, operators can reserve access for groups transitioning from the Vatican Museums to the Basilica or groups entering from St Peter’s Square. This system is particularly necessary due to the high volume of B2B visitors accessing the Basilica through the Vatican Museums making it a priority for security and visitor management.

The available capacity is distributed across different channels. Tickets for pilgrims are allocated through a dedicated app. Tickets for individuals are distributed via the website channel. Additionally, a portion of the capacity is specifically reserved for Jubilee events to accommodate attendees for these special occasions.

Following the meeting between ETOA and St. Peter’s Basilica on 27 February 2025, this FAQ has been compiled to provide clarity on key discussions, address common inquiries, and ensure a better understanding of the topics covered.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

B2B Platform and Booking Management

Who can access the B2B booking system?
Tour Operators, Agencies, and Local Guides with valid VAT accreditation can apply for access via partner.basilicasanpietro.va.

Managing multiple bookings
Group bookings are available for a maximum of 14 participants plus 1 guide per booking. A group of up to 30 people may be split into multiple vouchers (each with a distinct code) but must remain under the same guide.

Ticket purchase limitations
There is an overall ticket allotment for B2B clients, although the remaining availability for each slot is not visible on the platform. Each operator will be assigned a digital wallet containing a balance that can be recharged after 30 days and upon reaching the minimum threshold of 10% of the initial value. Tickets may become available again due to cancellations of events or decreased demand through the Jubilee app. This will occur without prior notice, as it cannot be anticipated.

How far in advance can tickets be purchased?
Tickets are available up to 3 months in advance, with a 48-hour cutoff period (no next-day bookings).

What if a group or individual cannot attend?
The operator must notify the Basilica as soon as possible. In case of cancellation by the group or a participant, please note that there are no refunds.

What happens if a group wants to enter the Basilica without a reservation and using their own whispers?
They can still access the Basilica without a reservation and pay an on-site monitoring fee of €1.50 per person.

Is there flexibility in entry times?
A tolerance of 15 minutes before and 15 minutes after the booked time slot is allowed. For a booking with an entry time at 10:30, the flexibility window extends from 10:15 to 10:45.

Can tickets be purchased exclusively for minors?
No, minors must always be accompanied by an adult.

Can multiple email addresses receive the QR codes?
No, the Tour Operator is responsible for forwarding them to the guide. QR codes are sent 24-48 hours before entry, in order to allow for name changes up to 48 hours in advance.

Entry Flow and Security Checks

Where are the priority entry points?
A dedicated entrance will be available and clearly marked onsite. Access will be through Porta Angelica (after the military gazebo), following the colonnade in St. Peter’s Square. Specific details will be provided on the tickets, and the dedicated path will be clearly recognizable onsite.

Availability and Booking Modifications

What if no suitable time slots are available after the Vatican Museums visit?
The alternative will be to use the regular entrance from St. Peter’s Square.

Can booking name changes be made?
Yes, up to 48 hours before the visit (until midnight). Only names can be changed, not ticket types.

What if there is a last-minute guide change?
The new guide can present an official delegation letter on the day of the visit.

B2B Agreements and FIT

Does the Basilica offer B2B agreements for operators selling experiences to individual clients?
Currently, no agreements are in place for marketplace websites.

How does the management of tickets and the wallet work for operators who organize visits for both individuals and groups?
The minimum number for a booking is 2 people, so they can be handled on the portal. All bookings on the B2B channel need to include a guide.

Access Control Procedures

Where and when are visitor documents checked?
Checks take place at the Bronze Door entrance as well as at the Gazebo in St. Peter’s Square for the flow dedicated to reservations.

Will there be updates or new features based on operator feedback?
Possible future enhancements will be considered.

Last reviewed 12 June 2025

Update on Entry Regulations and Transitional Protocols for San Marco Basilica Access

On 12 June, in response to industry feedback and ETOA’s ongoing requests, the St Mark’s Basilica has adjusted the policy initially announced.

We will continue our dialogue with the Basilica to support constructive outcomes.

Main updates are as per below:

• Temporary flexibility (July–Dec 2025): Tour Operators and Guides can buy tickets without providing visitor names upfront. Names are required by 12:00 PM on the two working days prior to the visit. This typically amounts to 48 hours in advance, though deadlines vary if the visit falls after a weekend.
• Stricter rules may apply from Jan 2026, including mandatory name-at-purchase. TBC
• No hoarding or speculative bookings – cooperation requested.
• Ticket resale limited: Reselling single tickets at a markup is strictly prohibited.
• Extended evaluation period for reclassifying operators (from 3 to 6 months) – small, medium, big.
• Second payment card now allowed for Tour Operators.
• Key dates:
  • Accreditation deadline: June 15, 2025
  • Ticket system opens: June 17, 2025 at 09:00

Here the full text of their update in English:

Following conversations with several of you and with various trade associations, the Procuratoria has decided to adopt some of your suggestions and requests. This step reflects our shared commitment to finding a solution that upholds both the reasons behind the new procedures and the need to minimize operational difficulties for industry professionals—especially during the peak season.

Maintaining a constructive and collaborative relationship with tourism professionals remains a top priority for the Procuratoria.

To this end, the Council has approved a transitional period—from July 1 to December 31, 2025—intended as a trial phase to help operators adjust to the new regulations.

During this period, accredited Tour Operators and Guides will be allowed to purchase entry tickets without immediately providing the names of individual visitors. However, for security and verification purposes, the full list of visitor names must be submitted at least 48 hours before the scheduled visit (by 12:00 p.m. two business days in advance) by email to accessi@procuratoriasanmarco.it. Detailed instructions for submission will be published on our website, and we strongly encourage you to review them carefully.

We believe this temporary arrangement will address the concerns you’ve raised during this initial phase. It will also allow us to evaluate both:

• Operator and guide compliance with the protocol, and

• Possible technical improvements to the system.

In the meantime, we encourage all Tour Operators and Guides to plan ahead, as beginning in January 2026, it may become mandatory to provide visitor names at the time of purchase. This change, if implemented, would aim to prevent unfair commercial practices that could distort the market—issues many of you have brought to our attention.

We hope this transitional model will not result in the hoarding of tickets from day one—purchases made without confirmed use, which may prevent other operators from accessing availability. The original requirement for named tickets was designed to ensure that only confirmed bookings were made, due to the well-known scarcity of resources relative to demand. We ask for your cooperation to avoid this issue.

Random spot checks will be carried out at entry points to verify the names submitted.

For group visits organized by Tour Operators, the name of the group leader—whether a guide or an escort—may be included in the same visitor list, following the same submission deadline.

Guides purchasing from their dedicated allotment must be present in person for the visit. Exceptions (such as illness) will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be both requested by the Guide and approved by the Procuratoria.

Regarding the request to lift the ban on B2B ticket resale by Tour Operators, we would like to clarify the scope of the restriction. Tour Operators may continue to operate within the framework of commercial activities defined by Legislative Decree 79/2011, Legislative Decree 62/2018, and the corresponding EU directives. However, reselling individual tickets—either B2B or B2C—at a higher price is strictly prohibited.

For Guides purchasing from their dedicated allotments, the ban on B2B resale remains in effect, due to the different nature of their professional and purchasing activities.

The Council has also agreed to revise the criteria for reclassifying Tour Operators by size category (Small, Medium, Large). The observation period for purchase volumes will now be extended from 3 to 6 months. It will not be possible to base classifications on full historical data, due to market fluctuations and the entry of new, previously uncatalogued operators.

In response to your requests, we have also approved the use of a second payment card for Tour Operators. If you wish to add a second card in addition to the one provided during accreditation, please notify us via email at accrediti@procuratoriasanmarco.it.

You will soon find the following updated documents on our website.

To further support operators during this transitional period, we are extending the accreditation deadline to Sunday, June 15, 2025.
The ticket purchasing platform will open on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

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New Booking System and Major Investments in St Mark’s Basilica

As of 27 May 2025, St. Mark’s Basilica in Venice has introduced a new booking policy requiring all visitors—both individuals and tour operators—to purchase tickets exclusively online. This policy is part of a six-month trial period aimed at streamlining visitor access and enhancing the experience. To access the new booking system operators are required to submit an official declaration of interest. Learn more here.

This is part of a broader strategy to improve visitor experience, preserve heritage, and optimize access, and it has been launched alongside major structural and logistical upgrades to the Basilica and surrounding facilities.

Booking Platform

The new booking website will be launched soon, enabling reservations for the period July 1st – December 31st. Click here to submit the required documents and gain access to the new booking system.

Expressions of interest must be submitted to Procuratoria no later than 3:00 PM (Italian time) on June 3, 2025.

The email subject line must include: “tour operator name – accreditation request – size category for which accreditation is requested” (Small 25 – Medium 50 – Large 75).

For subsequent periods, it will be possible to request credential renewal to maintain accreditation, and every six months, new operators may apply to be accredited. See below for a full breakdown.

1. New Daily Booking System (Effective July 1  2025) 

• Increased availability: +850 tickets per day (with a new total of 5,000 tickets per day) +60 tickets per slot
• Slot Frequency – Slots every half hour (14 total daily slots).
• Ticket Price Increase – The ticket will go up to 12 Euros for Operators.
• Ticket Release – Tickets will be released 6 months in advance and up until 24 hours before the tour date.
• After the trial period, the next semester will open for bookings 45 days in advance

new Rates  and Discounts : Venice Basilica New Rates from July 2025

Notes:

1. The Museum / Loggia dei Cavalli / Terrace ticket can be purchased alone only when the Basilica is closed for religious functions and the Museum is open.

2. Evening visits start at 7:30 or 8:00 PM and are divided into one-hour time slots.

Additionally, each Basilica access ticket includes entry to:

• Basilica of Santa Maria Assunta Torcello

• Sacristy of Basilica of Santa Maria della Salute

• Pinacoteca Manfrediniana of the Diocesan Museum (Palazzo del Seminario)

The ticket will also help fund free access to 40 churches, most currently ticketed. A new foundation, launching this summer, will manage them all and ensure daily opening hours from 10 AM to 5 PM.

Allocation of Tickets

• 43% reserved for tour operators
• The remaining quota will be distributed among:
  • Licensed tourist guides
  • Families and individual visitors
  • Parish and school groups

Operator Registration and Categories

To access the new online booking system, Operators should submit an official Declaration of Interest. Based on self-assessment, they will be classified into:

• Small operators: entitled to an average of 25 tickets/day
• Medium operators: up to 50 tickets/day
• Large operators: up to 75 tickets/day

These are average quotas, not mandatory minimums.

Operational Details

• Capacity: The Basilica will now be able to welcome up to 5,200 visitors per day (up from the current 4,200), with an estimated simultaneous occupancy of between 500 and 600 people.
• Group Size Increase – Maximum group size increases from 20 to 25 people.
• A free ticket will be issued with each purchase for the group leader, who must be present during the visit.

• Only guided groups will be allowed access to restricted spaces like the Baptistery
• Other areas with limited capacity like the Pala d’Oro will have a contingency entrance
• Online-only sales: Tickets will be available exclusively online.
• Tickets will be nominal (assigned to named individuals).
• Operators may purchase tickets up to 24 hours before entry. Any unused tickets will be reallocated to the individual booking pool.

Evening Visits – Exclusive Access

• The Basilica will be reserved for only one group at a time during evening openings.
• Updated pricing for private evening visits (max. 50 participants):
  • Up to 30 people: €1,500
  • Up to 50 people: €2,500
  • Exclusive large events (100 guests): up to €5,000
• Fewer time slots available to preserve the sacred and cultural space.

Trial Period and Monitoring

• A 6-month trial phase will be implemented.
• At the end of the year, the performance of all registered operators will be reviewed.
• Operators whose usage does not match their declared size may be reclassified accordingly.

2. New Ticket – More Value

While the new ticket will come with a slightly increased cost, it will include access to 40 additional churches across the city. This is part of a partnership with the Diocese of Venice, aimed at decentralizing tourism and promoting lesser-known sites.

To manage these expanded experiences, dozens of students will be employed to support visitor operations in these newly opened churches.

    3. Strategic Investments in the Basilica and Visitor Facilities

• Lighting Renovation Project

The entire lighting system of the Basilica and Bell Tower will be redesigned.

Edison will present the new lighting concept within the next 3 months and the full renovation is expected to be completed within 18 months after approval.

• Restoration and Revamp of Ateneo San Basso

The external facade of the Ateneo San Basso is currently under renovation — the first step in a larger transformation plan.

The building will host the new info point and shop, replacing temporary structures currently inside the Basilica’s narthex. By 2026, the Ateneo will be open to visitors and the narthex will be fully restored and free from any non-original structures.

• A Social and Artistic Collaboration

The project will involve Venetian prison inmates and local youth to design and produce souvenirs made in Venice. These items will replace the existing outdoor stalls, combining social impact with cultural value.

4. Support and Funding

The ticket price increase is designed to support the continued sustainability of these vital projects, including:

• Heritage conservation
• Social initiatives
• Youth employment
• Infrastructure modernization

Last Reviewed 6 June 2025

In May 2025 the Municipality of Zaanstad agreed in principle to introduce a €17.50 entry fee for tourists visiting Zaanse Schans starting on 1st April 2026. The practicalities have not been determined.

ETOA’s current understanding is that the proposal as it stands is unlikely to go ahead due to legal obstacles. We will continue to monitor the situation.

Last Reviewed 15 May 2025

The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam welcomes over 1.8 million visitors annually. To help ensure a high-quality experience for all guests, the Museum offers guided tours led by in-house guides and a select number of external partners.

In response to growing demand and to better manage group visits, the Museum has introduced a registration system for guest tour guides starting in January 2025. This system includes a daily limit on the number of guided tours.

The goal of this new approach is to maintain a comfortable and enjoyable environment throughout the Museum. Factors such as group size and the number of guides present at any one time influence the flow of visitors. By managing these elements, the Museum can more effectively prevent congestion and safeguard the overall visitor experience.

Through the registration system, the Museum can also better ensure safety, consistency, and the quality of information shared during tours. Guest guides who register will receive the appropriate guidelines to align with the Museum’s standards.

Registration as a Guest Tour Guide

Before booking a group visit, guest tour guides are kindly asked to register via the following link:
Guest Tour Guide Registration – Van Gogh Museum

After submitting the form, an automatic confirmation will be sent by email. Within five working days, a personal guide badge will be available for collection at the Museum’s entrance. It is recommended to collect the badge on the next visit as a registered guest guide.

Booking a Group Visit with a Guest Guide

Bookings for guided group visits can be made through the Museum’s official website.

For visits from 10 June 2025 onwards:

• Groups of up to 6 people (5 visitors + 1 guide): Book here
• Groups of up to 16 people (15 visitors + 1 guide): Book here

These links also provide details on pricing and availability. Please note that it is not possible to alter time slots, dates, or group sizes due to capacity constraints. If your preferred time is fully booked, please select an alternative date or slot.

Availability

A maximum number of bookings per (booking) party applies for all types of group visit. A party is permitted to book a maximum of 20% of the total number of start times that are available per week for group visits. In addition, it is permitted to book a maximum of 1 group visit per day and a maximum of 1 group visit per weekend. This is thus depending on how many timeslots are offered on a daily/ weekly basis.

Booking Horizon

Ticket sales are currently planned to be available up to six months in advance. However, this timeline may be adjusted based on internal decisions regarding pricing and program content.

Additional Information

Group visits starting from 7 people up to a maximum of 50 people – with or without audioguide – can book a timeslot through the group booking page. This process hasn’t changed recently.

For further details on the guest tour guide policy, including guidelines and conditions associated with registration, please refer to the Van Gogh Museum’s website.