Exclusive Amsterdam Art Tour

From€238.5

4 hours

Amsterdam, Netherlands

About this activity

Experience Amsterdam's art scene with skip-the-line access to the Rijksmuseum, a guided tour of Rembrandt's House, and a stroll through the historic city center.

Highlights

Skip-the-line access to Rijksmuseum
Guided tour of Rembrandt's House
Explore Amsterdam's historic city center
Discover masterpieces by Vermeer and Van Gogh
Learn about Amsterdam's rich art history

Full description

Dive into Amsterdam's rich artistic heritage with this exclusive tour. Enjoy skip-the-line access to the Rijksmuseum, home to masterpieces by Vermeer and Van Gogh. Explore Rembrandt's House, where the famed artist lived and worked, and wander through the charming streets of Amsterdam's historic city center. This tour offers a deep dive into the city's art history, providing insights and stories that bring the past to life. Perfect for art enthusiasts and history buffs alike, this experience ensures a memorable and enriching day in Amsterdam.

Included / Excluded

Skip-the-line access to Rijksmuseum
Guided tour of Rembrandt's House
Exploration of Amsterdam's historic city center

Meals and beverages

Itinerary

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Holland’s version of the Louvre is a must, and this tour will introduce first-time visitors to the impressive and expansive collection that curates Dutch history over the centuries. For those who aren’t familiar with Dutch culture, we will explore its rich and vibrant past through a selection of paintings and artifacts from the 8000 objects on display. We’ll explore familiar names like Rembrandt while discussing lesser known items like 17th century dollhouses and Vermeer’s portrait of domesticity, “The Milkmaid.” There’s even a fascinating 19th century library containing more stories than we could ever tell. By the end, you’ll have a good overview of the museum’s collection and you may even know how to pronounce its name correctly. Highlights Include: (if artwork is not on loan or being restored etc.) Rembrandt masterworks The Night watch The Jewish Bride The Syndics of the Drapers' Guild Vermeer's The Milkmaid 19th century library 17th century dollhouses, globes, ship replica, and Delft ceramics

Duration: 2h 30mAdmission: YES

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After gathering at the meeting point, Cobra Café, we will head towards the Singelgracht canal, the waterway that borders the entire centre of Amsterdam. This canal formely formed the outer defences of the city.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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You will also see the Emperor’s Canal, the middle of the three main canals in Amsterdam. Names after the Emperor Maximillian of Austria it is the widest canal in the inner city.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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Next you will be taken to the Museum Van Loon, a museum in a canalside house alongside the Keizersgracht. It is known to be the house of Ferdinad Bol, Rembrandt’s favorite pupil.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO

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After this, we will then walk through the flower market where you will see the Munttoren (“Mind Tower”). The tower was originally part of one of the main gates in Amsterdam’s medieval city wall.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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After this, we will then walk through the flower market where you will see the Munttoren (“Mind Tower”). The tower was originally part of one of the main gates in Amsterdam’s medieval city wall.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO

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Following, we will walk through one of the busiest squares in the city, Rembrandt Square. As you can tell by its name, Rembrandtplein is named after the famous Dutch painter, Rembrandt. Here you will see a bronze-cast representation of his most famous painting, The Night Watch, which was displayed as part of the celebration of the artist’s 400th birthday in 2006.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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Following, we will walk through one of the busiest squares in the city, Rembrandt Square. As you can tell by its name, Rembrandtplein is named after the famous Dutch painter, Rembrandt. Here you will see a bronze-cast representation of his most famous painting, The Night Watch, which was displayed as part of the celebration of the artist’s 400th birthday in 2006.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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Next we will walk by the Amstel River where we will see two bridges, known as the Skinny Bridge and the Blue Bridge. While the Skinny Bridge is probably Amsterdam’s most famous bridge, spanning across the River Amstel from 1934, the Blue Bridge, which is not blue at all, is named after the wooden blue bridge that spun across the Amstel in the 17th century.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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Following, we will go to what is known as the Stopera, a building complex housing both the city hall and the Dutch National Opera and Ballet. The construction of this building was at least 60 years in the making.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NO

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We will then walk towards the Former Jewish Neighborhood, or Jodenbuurt, an area which contains many historically important buildings that are currently preserved and managed by the Jewish Cultural Quarter.

Duration: 10 minAdmission: NOT_APPLICABLE

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Finally, we will start out tour of Rembrandt’s house, a historical building and art museum in which the Painter Rembrandt lived and worked between 1639 and 1656. The collection of the museum contains Rembrandt’s etchings and paintings of his contemporaries.

Duration: 1 hourAdmission: YES

Meeting point

Start Location

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Important information

Know before you book

Tour operates in English; ensure you understand the language.
Photography may be restricted in certain museum areas.
Confirm the meeting point and time upon booking.

Know before you go

Wear comfortable walking shoes for the city tour.
Bring a camera to capture the art and architecture.
Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly.

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 1 days before the activity starts

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible
Stroller Accessible
Easy Public Transport

Good to know

It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
Notes: Rijksmuseum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.

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The Best way to experience Rijksmuseum

Frank gave us an excellent tour, including many bits of information that an average tour might have not included. We were directed to all areas of interest , many of which we would have missed on our own. Good communication and directions also.

sally_dJun 29, 2024VIATOR

Guided Tour of Riksmuseum

This tour was the highlight of our visit to Amsterdam. Anita, an art historian, expertly guided us through Rembrandt's paintings at the beautiful Rijksmusem and his home where he worked and lived. It was through her passion and lens that we learned so much about his life and work. We highly recommend this tour and Anita!

Journey815071Aug 22, 2019TRIPADVISOR

Wonderful!

We had a great tour with Angelo. I cannot believe wee able to see everything that we did. He made it all come alive.

jlj3580May 21, 2019TRIPADVISOR

Great Tour with Angelo

There were 8 of us on a private guided tour of the VanGough and Rijksmuseums in Amsterdam. Angelo, our tour guide, was outstanding. He is a delightful person, is very enthusiastic and extremely knowledgeable about art history in the Netherlands. We recommend him and Babylon tours very highly and without reservations. Yow will not be disappointed!

esweets2018May 16, 2019TRIPADVISOR

Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt house

Great tour of both the Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt' neighborhood and house. Angelo our guide was incredible. He was So informative on the art, architecture, history, customs, the city and everything Rembrandt! Truly one of the best tours we have ever been on! Bravo Angelo!

Adventurer595411Apr 21, 2019TRIPADVISOR

Additional information

It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code) Notes: Rijksmuseum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.