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Frans Hals Museum Haarlem

Written by: Gerrit on January 2, 2025

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Frans Hals Museum: Worth The 15-minute Train Ride 🌟

As a local guide, I recommend the Frans Hals Museum for the largest Frans Hals collection in the world—somebody who was so far ahead of his time.

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Frans Hals Museum Haarlem Prices in 2025

  • Adults 12+: 16 €
  • There is no senior discount.

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Everybody 18 or younger has free entrance. The adult price is reduced to 9 euros for those aged between 19 and 24. The regular entrance fee is charged for those 25 years and older.


Frans Hals Museum Haarlem Opening Hours:

The Frans Hals Museum Haarlem is open:

Monday: Closed
Tuesday: 11 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Wednesday: 11 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Thursday: 11 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Friday: 11 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Saturday: 11 A.M. - 5 P.M.
Sunday: 11 A.M. - 5 P.M.


Frans Hals Museum Haarlem Address:

Groot Heiligland 62, Haarlem

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Getting to Frans Hals Museum Haarlem:

Public Transportation: It's a 20-minute pleasant walk from the station. Or take bus 73,300,340 or 356. They go every few minutes. From the stop, it's a 5-6 minute walk.

Stop: Centrum or Turfmarkt


Gerrit's Frans Hals Museum Haarlem Tips:

  • Visit on weekday mornings to have the galleries almost to yourself - perfect for great photos without crowds.
  • Start with the main museum first. And visit modern art collection at the HAL location around lunchtime, then explore the beautiful historic city center.

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Frans Hals Museum: Worth The 15-minute Train Ride 🌟

The Frans Hals Museum operates from two historic buildings in central Haarlem, each offering distinct experiences.

The main building, dating from the 1600s, holds the world’s largest collection of Frans Hals paintings.

The HAL location displays modern and contemporary art in a former meat market.

Hallway at Hof location Frans Hals Museum.
Hallway at Hof location Frans Hals Museum – © Hidden Holland

The museum’s intimate setting provides an excellent alternative to Amsterdam’s crowded museums.

You’ll find masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age, including Hals’s famous group portraits that revolutionized painting with their lifelike expressions and dynamic compositions.

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Frans Hals Museum Haarlem – © Hidden Holland

Beyond Hals’s work, the collection includes paintings by notable Haarlem artists Judith Leyster and Jacob van Ruisdael.

The HAL building hosts rotating contemporary exhibitions that complement the historical collection.

Both locations are a short walk through Haarlem’s historic center, and one ticket covers both sites. Most visitors can comfortably see everything in 2-3 hours.

Located just 15 minutes from Amsterdam by train, it’s an ideal addition to your Netherlands itinerary, especially if you prefer art viewing without crowds.

If you buy your tickets here in advance, you get a €1.50 discount on the regular price and an excellent cancellation policy.

The Frans Hals Museum is also included in the I Amsterdam Card.

Smallest Frans Hals painting at the Frans Hals Museum.
The smallest Frans Hals painting at the Frans Hals Museum – © Hidden Holland

Frequently Asked Questions Frans Hals Museum

How long should I plan to visit both museum locations?

Plan 2-3 hours total: about 1.5 hours for the main building and 1 hour for HAL. Add extra time if you want to walk between locations and explore Haarlem.

Is the Frans Hals Museum worth visiting if I also visit Amsterdam museums?

Yes, absolutely. The intimate setting and the world’s most extensive Frans Hals collection offer a different experience from Amsterdam’s more prominent museums, with fewer crowds.

Can I visit both locations on the same day?

Yes, one ticket gives you access to both locations on the same day. They’re about a 7-minute walk apart through Haarlem’s historic center.

Which location should I visit first?

Start with the main building on Groot Heiligland for the Frans Hals collection, then visit HAL for contemporary art. This gives you a chronological art experience.

Is the museum suitable for visitors who aren’t art experts?

Yes, the museum offers excellent audio guides and clear explanations. The intimate setting makes art more approachable than in the larger museums.

Grave Frans Hals at Bavo church in Haarlem.
Grave Frans Hals at Bavo Church in Haarlem © Hidden Holland

Tip: visit the Bavo Church in Haarlem next. The church is stunning. Plus, you can see Frans Hals’s grave here.

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