FAQ - Museum Cobra

FAQ

What exhibitions are on view now?
The exhibition The New Mother Sculptures, Cobra Kunstprijs Amstelveen and Jeroen Krabbé 80 are now on view at Museum Cobra.

Is there an audio tour?
A free audio tour is available to accompany the exhibition Jeroen Krabbé 80 – 8 decades in pictures . In this tour, Jeroen Krabbé takes the listener on a journey through his eventful life. Using the eight paintings and sources of inspiration for this series, he talks about the people and events that have been important and formative for him. Listen to the colorful stories that are both personal and moving.

You can listen to this audio tour for free during your museum visit on your smartphone by scanning a QR code. Don’t forget to bring your own headphones to listen to the audio tour on your smartphone. Free Wi-Fi is available in the museum. The language of communication is Dutch.

Are there road works on the A9?
There are currently roadworks on the A9. Please take this into account for your journey to the museum.
See here for more information from Rijkswaterstaat.

What are the museum’s opening hours?
The museum is open Tuesday till Sunday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

See current opening hours.

How do I get access to the museum?
Booking a regular ticket for museum entrance is not required (even with a discount card such as the Museum Annual Card or Friends Lottery VIP Pass, for example).

If you do want to make a reservation:
Choose the day you enter the museum. Tickets are only valid on the date listed. Surcharges may apply.

I have a Museum card, a membership card, VriendenLoterij VIP Card, a student voucher or another discount card or entrance ticket. Do I also need to book an online ticket?
Booking a ticket for museum entrance is not required. It’s important that you bring your Museumkaart or membership card with you to the museum!

Can I come by spontaneously and buy an entrance ticket at the box office?
Yes, but we advise you to book online.

Can I take a wheelchair to go through The New Mother Sculptures exhibition?
It is possible to drive a wheelchair across the clay floor.

Facilities in the museum

Is the Café Cobra open?
Yes, the Museum café and terrace (during summer) are open six days a week during museum opening hours. We can take reservations via this link.

Is the Museum Shop open?
The museum shop is open during the opening hours of the museum.

Can I store my luggage with you?
Large bags are not allowed in the museum. The lockers and cloakroom are not suitable for large bags, so we recommend leaving large bags at home. However, small bags with a size of up to A4 and about 10 cm thick are allowed in the museum.The museum has a cloakroom where you can store your coat and umbrella yourself.

Prams and buggies are allowed in the museum, as well as walkers, wheelchairs and other aids for people with access needs. You can book out a wheelchair free of charge at the register. Would you like to reserve a wheelchair prior to your visit? You can do so via info@cobra-museum.nl or 020 547 50 50.

For more details please refer to the information on accessibility.

In which languages is the audio tour available and how much does it cost?
At the moment there is an free audio tour from Diana Blok available.

I have access needs. Can I buy a ticket online? Does my companion also need a ticket?
People with access needs have to buy a ticket online. Visitors who are unable to move around the museum on their own can bring a companion free of charge. You do have to reserve a free ticket for the companion (‘begeleider’).

There is a disabled parking lot in front of the museum.

Learn more about accessibility

I am a journalist, can I use my press card to get in?
Free access for members of the press is only possible after registration via pers@cobra-museum.nl

Please state in the email for which medium you work and what the intended publication is.

Were you unable to find an answer to your question, or would you like to contact us about something else? Please send an email to info@cobra-museum.nl. We are able to answer your email on a daily basis. We can also be reached by telephone daily between 11 am and 5 pm on 020 547 50 50.

Activities

Can I book a tour again from now on?
Yes, we offer tours. For bookings, please contact activities@cobra-museum.nl.

I want to book an education project for this school year. Is that possible?
Yes, you can! Mail to activities@cobra-museum.nl to take an option on a day and time of your preference. Keep an eye on the education pages for more information.