The Cat Cabinet: Entry Ticket
The Cat Cabinet: Entry Ticket
Choose your experience
The Cat Cabinet Tickets
The Cat Cabinet offers a wonderfully quirky museum experience in the heart of Amsterdam, combining art appreciation with feline companionship. Located in a beautiful canal house on Herengracht, this unique museum features rooms filled with cat-themed artwork alongside several resident cats who roam freely among the exhibits.
You'll discover an eclectic collection of paintings, sculptures, and posters all celebrating cats, ranging from classic pieces to contemporary works. The real charm lies in meeting the museum's friendly house cats, who often greet visitors at the door or lounge on sunny windowsills. The blend of art, architecture, and live feline residents creates an atmosphere unlike any other cultural venue in Amsterdam.
Highlights
- Browse cat-themed paintings, sculptures, and posters from various artistic periods
- Meet the resident cats who freely roam the museum and interact with guests
- Explore the authentic Dutch canal house architecture and elegant room settings
- Take photographs in most areas (flash photography not permitted)
- Enjoy a self-paced visit suitable for all ages and interests
- Experience the continually growing collection with new pieces added regularly
Plan Your Visit to The Cat Cabinet
The Cat Cabinet is located on Herengracht in central Amsterdam, making it easily accessible during your exploration of the canal district. The museum operates as a comfortable, self-paced experience where you can spend as little or as much time as you wish browsing the exhibits and interacting with the cats.
Photography enthusiasts will appreciate that pictures are permitted throughout most areas, though flash photography is not allowed to avoid disturbing the resident cats. The intimate setting within the historic canal house makes this an ideal complement to other Amsterdam cultural experiences, such as exploring the Anne Frank House or discovering more of the city's artistic heritage at the Van Gogh Museum.
The museum works particularly well as part of a canal district walking tour, allowing you to appreciate both the unique collection and the traditional Amsterdam architecture that houses it.
Why you'll love it
- Explore cat-themed art in a historic Herengracht canal house
- Meet resident cats roaming freely among the exhibitions
- Browse paintings, sculptures and posters from classic to contemporary
- Quirky Amsterdam museum combining fine art with feline companionship
What's included
- Entry ticket
Good to know
- Age suitability
- Suitable for all ages
- Opening hours
- pon-ned12:00-17:00
- Know before you go
Plan longer during weekends and holidays due to possible crowds
No wheelchair access inside the museum
Check entry requirements such as valid ID if requested
Photography is encouraged, but flash is not allowed
Food and drinks are not permitted inside exhibit spaces
- Visitor guidelines
Respect the resident cats and do not disturb them while resting
No food or drinks inside the exhibition areas
Keep noise to a minimum for a calm experience
Supervise children at all times
Follow staff directions during your visit
- Cancellation policy
Free cancellation
Frequently asked
What kind of art is displayed at The Cat Cabinet?
The museum features paintings, sculptures and posters all dedicated to cats.
Are there real cats at the museum?
Yes, several resident cats roam freely and interact with visitors.
Is The Cat Cabinet suitable for children?
Yes, families and children will enjoy the playful and educational atmosphere.
Can I take photos inside?
Photography is permitted in most areas, but flash is not allowed.
Where you'll be
KattenKabinet (Cat Cabinet), Herengracht 497
Explore more
Similar
You might also like
Explore amsterdam
Map of nearby experiences