Top Amsterdam Arts & Design

See the top sites all over Amsterdam in just an hour and a half with a small group and a local guide. Wander the historic streets and learn about the famous people who have lived here over the years, and hear stories about the city’s darker past. Find picturesque hidden gems and spend some time seeking out churches, squares, and museums—all important to Amsterdam’s rich culture and heritage.

Explore two must-visit Amsterdam museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—on a small-group Amsterdam combo tour that saves you hours of waiting in line. Head straight to the highlights of the Rijksmuseum to see the exhibitions on Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages, including masterpieces such as Rembrandt’s *Night Watch*. After time for lunch, head inside the Van Gogh Museum to see *Sunflowers* and more.

Delve deeper into the life and works of Holland’s most legendary artist during a private tour of the Van Gogh Museum that reveals more about the painter than you’d learn if exploring the gallery alone. Exploring with a private guide ensures you tick off all of the museum highlights and also gives you the chance to stop and ask as many questions as you like. Please note: Tickets to the Van Gogh Museum are not included in the tour price. Purchase your tickets in advance via the official museum website. If tickets are sold out, contact the tour as they may be able to help you get tickets.

See Amsterdam’s history come to life through the fine art of the Dutch Masters at the Rijksmuseum. Learn about how trade and war shaped the Netherlands, and how ordinary Dutch people lived and worked, all through the stories told in each painting. Hear about the artists who created these time capsule works of art, and view originals by Rembrandt, Vermeer and more.

Prebook your admission to one of Amsterdam’s most unique attractions, the Art Zoo Museum, named as one of TIME's "World's Greatest Places of 2026." Housed in a 17th-century canal house, this contemporary art museum is a modern twist on a zoo showcasing taxidermy by renowned Dutch artists. See lifelike birds, crocodiles, dinosaurs, and more in a dramatic setting.

Step into the vibrant world of Vincent van Gogh, one of history’s most beloved artists, with your skip-the-line entry and personal audio guide. Wander through the museum at your own pace and explore over 200 masterpieces, sketches, and personal letters, gaining a deeper understanding of Van Gogh’s life, struggles, and creative genius. Your audio guide brings each artwork to life, sharing fascinating stories, behind-the-scenes insights, and details you won’t find in a typical museum visit. From the iconic Sunflowers to Almond Blossoms, every piece tells a story — and your guide ensures you don’t miss a single one.

Combine two of Amsterdam's top activities—a canal cruise and admission to the Moco Museum—in a single package. You'll enjoy admission to the museum, which allows you to save valuable vacation time. While on the cruise, you'll listen to guided commentary as you cruise by historic merchant homes and under the city's iconic bridges. Ticket to the Moco Museum is valid anytime during opening hours; canal cruises depart every 15 minutes which means you can make your own schedule.

Many of the Amsterdam Light Festival’s artworks sit along the canals, where they’re hard to take in from the street. A covered saloon boat takes you past more than 20 installations, with a guide sharing background on the artworks and the landmarks along the route. Buy drinks and snacks on board, or upgrade to an unlimited drinks package.

Delve into the history and masterpieces of one of the Netherlands’ most celebrated artists, Rembrandt, and enjoy guaranteed entry with prebooked tickets to the Rembrandt Experience. Located in the heart of the city, the interactive experience takes place in a modernized reconstruction of Rembrandt’s home, where he created some of his best-known pieces. Upgrade your experience with a custom Rembrandt-style, AI-generated portrait—done in just 20 seconds. Pick your favorite image from six options and take it home as a framed souvenir.

Explore the renowned Kröller-Müller Museum and Hoge Veluwe National Park with a private guide and driver on this tour from Amsterdam. Enjoy personal service as you're picked up from your hotel and driven around by a professional guide. Begin at the ark, where you can admire the Dutch landscape and its diverse scenery. Ride a free bike to explore the area further, then visit the museum to see masterpieces by Van Gogh, Monet, Picasso, and more.

Experience a canal cruise and the treasures of Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum in one day with this money-saving, combination ticket. Couple your cruise with skip-the-line access to the spectacular Rijksmuseum, a showcase of Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages to the present. Breeze past the main entrance lines and explore the collections as you wish, seeing masterpieces such as Rembrandt’s "Night Watch."

The story of Amsterdam is the story of its canals. Ensure entry to the popular Museum of the Canals (Het Grachtenhuis) when you prebook your tickets through the official channel—online, in advance, in the currency that you choose. Your package includes an audio guide in nine different languages so you can explore the 17th-century canal house and its rich collection at your own pace.

Get the most out of your Amsterdam stay—and save money—with the I amsterdam City Card, valid for 72 hours. With this pass, you enjoy unlimited use of public transportation, a canal cruise, bike rental, and free entry to top Amsterdam attractions. Gain access to world-class museums, including the Rijksmuseum, the Rembrandthuis Museum, Madame Tussauds Amsterdam, and Hermitage Amsterdam. Use your pass to discover this marvelous city at your own pace.

Discover the remarkable story of Amsterdam's Royal Palace, from the world's grandest 17th-century city hall to the ceremonial palace of the Dutch monarchy. We begin outside, exploring its imposing neoclassical architecture and the ideals it was built to embody. Inside, you'll visit the former Tribunal and the breathtaking Citizens' Hall, where magnificent 17th-century marble sculptures and rich symbolism proclaimed Amsterdam's wealth, justice, and civic pride. You’ll also encounter the Batavian and biblical paintings, created after the Dutch victory in the Eighty Years' War, which reflect the stories and ideals that had inspired resistance and perseverance during the struggle for independence. The tour concludes in the former municipal offices, later transformed into elegant royal bedrooms and reception rooms, where the original 17th-century marble sculptures stand alongside royal furnishings, revealing the building's remarkable evolution from city hall to palace.

Every winter, Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals come alive with glittering light sculptures and installations—and this private canal boat tour is the perfect way to view them. Bundle up in cozy clothes, meet your vessel in the city center, and hop aboard. You’ll glide through the city’s picturesque waterways, get up close with the light show, and enjoy hot Gluhwein and traditional Dutch snacks aboard your comfortable, heated boat.

Fabrique des Lumieres offers an immersive art experience in Amsterdam, bringing classical, modern, and contemporary artworks to life through cutting-edge technology. Avoid missing out by securing your ticket in advance and choose from three exhibits: "Dutch Masters," featuring Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Van Gogh; "Prehistoric Planet: Dinosaurs," with a Dutch voiceover and English subtitles showing how dinosaurs once roamed the earth; or "Klimt, Gold in Motion" to see the artist's iconic masterpieces.

Every winter season, the Amsterdam Light Festival lights up the Dutch capital, and there’s no better way to see it than from the water. Get a front-row view of the sparkling light installations on this canal cruise by a fully open boat, which offers unobstructed 360-degree views—perfect for photographers. Free-flow mulled wine helps keep you warm and toasty, while the onboard restroom means you can indulge to your heart’s content.

Experience Amsterdam's Golden Age on this self-guided audio tour narrated by expert Marko Kassenaar, showcasing the city's most notable artistic landmarks from the 1600s. Walk through picturesque canals and medieval streets as you discover 12 significant sites, including the majestic Westerkerk, Rembrandt House Museum, and the elegant Royal Palace. This 75-minute journey reveals Amsterdam's rich artistic heritage, from magnificent canal houses to hidden gems like the "House with the Heads." Learn how the city's liberal mindset fostered creative genius, how street lighting transformed entertainment, and hear fascinating stories about colorful inhabitants who shaped this cultural hub. Accompanied by beautiful historical imagery and original Golden Age music, this tour provides a vivid window into the era that defined Amsterdam's enduring beauty and global influence.

Whether you are pressed for time or want to spend the whole day exploring Amsterdam, this private walking tour can be customized to your needs. Make the most of your time in the city by only seeing what you’re interested in. You can focus on famous museums, cruise through Amsterdam's scenic canals, discover the local food scene, and more. Leave the planning to your guide.

Save time with reserved entry to the Rijksmuseum and a guided tour of Dutch masterpieces. Then, enjoy a magical boat cruise through the Amsterdam Light Festival, where illuminated artworks transform the canals into an open-air gallery. This combined experience offers art and light in one seamless tour, with flexible exploration after the museum visit.

Tick off way more Amsterdam sights than you would on a walking tour with this private pedicab sightseeing tour—a bicycle-powered tuk-tuk. Cover plenty of ground in just a couple of hours, as your local driver takes you around the city and its key highlights. Enjoy an itinerary that includes passing by Dam Square, Montelbaanstoren, Rembrandt House Museum, and more.

Get a more in-depth look at the displays at Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum and go beyond what's in the guidebooks with this private tour with skip-the-line entry. Follow your art historian guide as they take you around the collection's highlights and provide insight and context into the artist's life and distinct artistic periods.

Amsterdam was built around its canals, so many of its landmarks face the water instead of the street. Cruise through the city’s canals as your skipper and host share background on the buildings and bridges you pass. From your seat on board, take in the canal houses and churches at water level, with no walking between sights.

Explore Amsterdam the way the locals do—on the back of a bike, winding over and around the city’s famous canals. This guided small-group tour takes you to see hidden gems and must-see sightseeing hotspots alike, while your guide talks you through the city’s storied past and vibrant modern culture. You’ll hear stories that most tourists won’t get.