5.0(7 reviews)
Rembrandt House & Neighborhood Guided Tour
From€132.5
2 hours
Amsterdam, Netherlands
About this activity
Experience Rembrandt's life and art on a semi-private guided tour, including skip-the-line access to his house and exploration of his neighborhood.
Highlights
- Skip-the-line access to Rembrandt's House
- Semi-private guided tour with a maximum of 8 participants
- Exploration of Rembrandt's neighborhood and its historical context
- Insight into Rembrandt's life and artistic journey
- Opportunity to view original artworks and artifacts
Full description
Step into the world of the Dutch master Rembrandt van Rijn with this exclusive semi-private guided tour. Enjoy skip-the-line access to his former residence, where you'll delve into his life, artistic evolution, and the historical context of his time. With a maximum of 8 participants, this intimate experience ensures personalized attention as you explore Rembrandt's neighborhood, uncovering the stories behind the streets that inspired his masterpieces. Don't miss the chance to view original artworks and artifacts that bring his legacy to life.
Included / Excluded
- Skip-the-line access to Rembrandt's House
- Semi-private guided tour with a maximum of 8 participants
- Exploration of Rembrandt's neighborhood and its historical context
- Food and beverages
Itinerary
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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. We will then go to the Spiegelgracht, another canal in the centre of Amsterdam, and which is part of the Canals of Amsterdam designated as a UNESCO world heritage site, where we will see lots of art galleries and antiques.
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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(Monument to Rembrandt and Night Watch made with bronze statues) 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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(Monument to Rembrandt and Night Watch made with bronze statues) 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
- The tour is conducted in English; ensure you are comfortable with the language.
- Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult; please inform the provider in advance if bringing a child.
- The tour operates rain or shine; cancellations due to weather are rare.
Know before you go
- Wear comfortable walking shoes as the tour involves walking through the neighborhood.
- Bring a camera to capture the historical sites and artworks.
- Check the weather forecast and dress accordingly for the tour.
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
- Stroller Accessible
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
- A maximum of 8 people permitted per tour allowed
- Notes: Rembrandt's House 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.
- 100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience!
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Van Gogh tour
Fleur did such a wonderful explanation of Van Gogh and his life, his brother, his fellow artist and how he painted and how his painting changed through his short life. This semi private tour is well worth the money. And fleur added to it in a very special way.
T5209HHmarybJun 13, 2024TRIPADVISOR
Amazing introduction to Rembrandt and his sad life
Recently refreshed in 2023, this exhibition in Rembrandt’s home in Amsterdam was so interesting. We had hesitated to visit – but can only say we really enjoyed our 90 minutes there and were so glad we had come! It cost 20 euros but provided free lockers for bags and coats and then with an excellent audio tour led you through a succession of rooms from bottom to top explaining how they were used. (No coffee shop but plenty nearby. The house is full of 17th century paintings by Rembrandt’s students – all well explained, and there are even bits of broken pottery and pipes thrown into the cesspit by Rembrandt’s servants! The commentary explains how Rembrandt became such a sort after artist for portraits, but also how he became mired in debt and eventually had to leave the house in order to settle his bills. You really feel that you got to know him more through the visit, seeing his cubicles for tutoring students, his impressive entrance hall, his kitchen and his small ‘cupboard bed’. Dutch people used to sleep sitting up – fearing that if they lay down they might die! One room depicts a fascinating timeline of his life – and another displays the inventory of the house when it was sold, enabling modern curators to provide new examples of what had originally been there.
rickw73May 30, 2024TRIPADVISOR
Jo is your guide for an in depth tour about Rembrandt
Jo was a fabulous tour guide. She knew so much about the history of Amsterdam and the architecture as well as details about Rembrandt's life and the events that took place in each room of his house.
donnaeV155WXApr 23, 2024TRIPADVISOR
Van Gogh guided tour
Jo, the guide, was amazing. I don’t know much about art but it was an incredible and interesting trip through Van Gogh’s life and art. I am really glad I got the guide - there’s a lot to take in and it’s way more relaxing having someone who can explain it. I had a great time.
E4934GYmarkgMar 27, 2024TRIPADVISOR
Excellent tour guide
Our tour guide, Jo, gave our small group her undivided attention. She is very personable as well as knowledgeable. 👍
Kathleen_LOct 8, 2023VIATOR
Additional information
It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
A maximum of 8 people permitted per tour allowed
Notes: Rembrandt's House 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.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience!