Kattenkabinet Cat Museum Entry Tickets Amsterdam

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Meeting pointThe Kattenkabinet on the Herengracht, Amsterdam

Kattenkabinet Cat Museum Entry Tickets Amsterdam

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Overview

The Kattenkabinet is one of Amsterdam's most charming small museums, a canal house on the Herengracht devoted entirely to cats in art. Your entry ticket lets you wander through rooms filled with paintings, posters, sculptures and drawings from several centuries, including works linked to Rembrandt, Picasso and Toulouse-Lautrec. It suits cat lovers, families, couples and anyone who enjoys an offbeat museum. This is a self-guided ticket, valid for one day, with no hotel pickup.

Highlights

Museum entry ticket to the Kattenkabinet on the Herengracht
Cat-themed art from several centuries, in many styles
Works by Rembrandt, Picasso, Toulouse-Lautrec and other artists
A 17th-century ceiling painting revealed during renovation
A fun visit for children and adults alike
Ticket valid for one day

Full Description

The Kattenkabinet, Amsterdam's cat museum

The Kattenkabinet was founded to celebrate the cat in art, and it has grown into one of the most unusual collections in the city. The story begins with the founder's own much-loved cat, whose memory inspired the first pieces. Today the museum holds posters, lithographs, photographs, sculptures and paintings, all connected by the same subject. If you are looking for Kattenkabinet tickets or a quirky museum in Amsterdam, this small collection is a memorable choice.

The atmosphere is intimate rather than grand. Instead of long queues and huge halls, you move through a series of rooms in a private-house style, and it is easy to look at every piece closely.

What you will see: cat art from Rembrandt to modern artists

The collection spans several centuries and many styles, from elegant classical drawings to playful modern illustrations. Look for works connected with well-known names such as Rembrandt, Picasso and Toulouse-Lautrec, alongside lighter pieces by lesser-known artists who simply loved to draw cats. The museum also links to artists such as Corneille and Jože Ciuha.

Most visitors spend around 45 minutes to an hour inside, which makes the Kattenkabinet an easy addition to a day of canal-side sightseeing. Children usually enjoy spotting cats in unexpected places, and you may also meet one of the museum's own resident cats.

The canal house on the Herengracht and how to visit

The museum occupies a historic house on the Herengracht, one of the three great canals of Amsterdam's Canal Belt. A 17th-century ceiling painting from the school of De Lairesse, showing the Amsterdam City Virgin, was uncovered during renovation, and it is a highlight of the building itself.

The Herengracht is an easy walk from many central hotels and tram stops, and the canal setting makes it a pleasant stop between shopping streets and other museums. Opening hours can change by day and season, so check your date in the booking panel. Food and beverages and smoking in the garden are not allowed.

Itinerary

Arrive at the HerengrachtWalk to the canal-house entrance and show your ticket.
Learn the collection's storyRead how the founder started collecting after being inspired by his cat.
Explore the cat art roomsSpend 45 minutes to an hour viewing paintings, sculptures, drawings and posters.
See the 17th-century ceiling paintingLook up at the painting from the school of De Lairesse that was revealed after renovation.

What's included

Museum entry ticket
Valid for 1 day

Not included

Food and drinks (not allowed inside the museum)
Smoking in the garden is not allowed

Is this right for you?

Great for

History and culture lovers

Not suitable for

Visitors who dislike cats or are allergic to them, as the museum has resident cats
Guests who need step-free access throughout, as this is a historic canal house

Meeting point

This is a fixed-venue entry ticket, so hotel pickup is not included. The Kattenkabinet is in a canal house on the Herengracht in central Amsterdam. Choose your date in the booking panel and show your confirmation at the entrance.

Important information

The ticket is a museum entry ticket, valid for one day
Food and beverages may not be brought into the museum
Smoking is not allowed in the garden
Opening hours can change by day and season, so check your date before travelling
Ticket categories include adult, child, senior and student with ID
Bring valid ID if you book a student ticket

Good to know

Frequently Asked Questions

Straight answers to what travellers ask us most, before they book.

How much does the Kattenkabinet ticket cost?

The price depends on the category you choose, such as adult, child, senior or student. The booking panel on this page shows the current price for each category.

Is hotel pickup included?

No. This is an entry ticket to a fixed venue on the Herengracht, and you make your own way there.

How long does a visit take?

Most visitors need about 45 minutes to an hour, depending on how closely they look at the works.

Is the Kattenkabinet suitable for children?

Yes, children usually enjoy a museum devoted entirely to cats. It is a calm, small-scale visit that suits all ages.

Are there real Rembrandt and Picasso works?

The collection includes cat art linked to famous names such as Rembrandt, Picasso and Toulouse-Lautrec, along with many other artists. Check the museum's current display on the day for details.

What is the difference between the ticket categories?

Categories are based on age or student status, and each has its own price. Entry to the museum is the same.

What should I bring?

Your confirmation on your phone, and student ID if you book a student ticket. Food and beverages cannot be taken inside.

Can I book for today or tomorrow?

Yes, if the date is available in the booking panel.

Is the Kattenkabinet worth visiting?

If you enjoy small, quirky museums or love cats, it is a lovely short stop and easy to combine with a canal-side walk.

Where is the Kattenkabinet?

It is in a historic canal house on the Herengracht in central Amsterdam, within easy reach of trams and many hotels.