Top Amsterdam Arts & Design

Explore the darker side of Amsterdam and visit some of the city’s most famous landmarks using an escape game adventure on your phone. Learn about the history of these places and the ghost stories that surround them as you wander the streets, solve puzzles, and find clues to discover the next destination on your map. Team up with your friends or play against each other.

Savor the delectable cheeses from Henri Willig during a cheese-tasting event located in the center of historic Amsterdam. Enjoy a variety of cheese accompanied by mustard and cheese dip and wine or beer or soft drink. Discover how these delectable cheeses are created during the cheese tasting workshop situated in central Amsterdam. Join the Henri Willig Cheese community and gain insights into the age-old cheese-making craft amidst a genuine cheese factory environment. At Warmoesstraat, multilingual guides will introduce you to the family and present a brief film showcasing the cheese production process.

As one of Amsterdam’s top attractions, the Van Gogh Museum attracts huge crowds. Spend less time waiting to enter and more time admiring iconic works such as *Sunflowers* with a skip-the-line admission ticket that guarantees your entry to the cultural institution. Plus, you can add on an audio guide to deepen your understanding of the works on show.

During the short days and long dark nights in Winter, Amsterdam becomes a place of Magic and Wonder. About 20 Light Art Works will be shown in and around the city’s Canals. Imagine yourself: A glass of wine in your hands, the sound of water lapping softly against the sides of the boat as we drift beneath Amsterdam’s iconic bridges, Magical Artworks and past its magnificent 17th-century canal houses. On board this amazingly comfortable and quiet electric boat, you’ll have, a glass of wine, a panoramic view of the city, and a front-row seat to these wonderful art exhibitions. Especially, as onboard you can go up close and even through these pieces! We have been closely involved with this festival. We’ll discuss the artist’s inspiration, what moves them, and what they want to express through their work. We’ll share ideas, insights, and opinions and hopefully, we’ll all leave more inspired, knowledgeable, and enthusiastic about art and what it can offer us.

Explore the many sides of Amsterdam on a private walking tour that combines iconic landmarks, peaceful hidden courtyards, and fascinating local stories. From medieval streets and grand squares to secret places most visitors miss, this experience offers a personal introduction to the city's history, culture, and everyday charm. With your own local guide, you'll explore at your own pace, ask questions, and enjoy a more personal introduction to the city. Why Travelers Love This Tour: ✓ Private experience for you and your group only ✓ Flexible pace and personalized recommendations ✓ A perfect mix of famous highlights and hidden gems ✓ Learn the stories behind the places you visit ✓ Great for first-time visitors, couples, families, and small groups Leave with a deeper understanding of Amsterdam's history, hidden stories, and everyday charm, and the confidence to continue exploring the city like a local.

Explore Amsterdam on foot and go beyond basic sightseeing on this private tour focused on the city’s Golden Age architecture. Discover highlights including the Royal Palace and Westerkerk, and uncover hidden corners you might otherwise miss. Learn about the history, culture, and traditions of the Netherlands from your local guide and ask plenty of questions along the way.

Step into the world of Rembrandt on this private walking tour through historic Amsterdam. Explore the places where the iconic artist lived, worked, and was laid to rest—as well as the homes, markets, churches, and streets connected to the people he painted: merchants, guild members, family, and neighbors. Along the way, your guide—an expert in Golden Age art and a longtime Amsterdam resident—shares her rich insights not only into Rembrandt’s life and work, but also into the Dutch Golden Age and its lasting impact on the city. On top of that you’ll gain a local’s perspective on how Rembrandt's legacy still resonates in today’s culture. Unlike other tours where guides vary, this experience is always led by the same passionate Dutch local you can read about in the reviews, ensuring a consistent, personal, and in-depth journey. This tour is a unique way to connect past and present through the story of Amsterdam’s most famous painter.

Get a better feel for Amsterdam’s culture through the lens of its street art with the help of your own private guide on this city walking tour. Whether you’re a long-time art lover or new in town, this tour offers a unique perspective on popular and hidden street art spots across the city.

Step into the world of modern and contemporary art at the Stedelijk Museum! In this 1.5-hour guided tour, you’ll explore groundbreaking movements—from the bold geometry of Mondrian and De Stijl to the rebellious energy of Warhol’s Pop Art. Discover how artists like Kandinsky, Pollock, and Flavin transformed art with color, abstraction, and light. Led by an expert guide, this immersive experience is perfect for art lovers and curious minds alike.

Skip the long admissions lines at Madame Tussauds Amsterdam and get right to the action and attractions with this all-access ticket. Purchase passes ahead of time and avoid the wait to see your favorite stars in life-like wax form. Get a taste of being famous as you snap photos with the world’s top (wax) sings, movie stars and athletes, and enjoy interactive exhibits on a visit to Madame Tussauds Amsterdam. Upgrade your experience to include an Amsterdam Canal Cruise.

Take a deep dive into Dutch art history at Amsterdam’s famous Rijksmuseum, with a guide to help ensure you don’t miss any of the essential pieces. After all, the Rijksmuseum is full to the brim with masterpieces, so it can be hard to know where to start exploring. On top of that, your guide shares the stories behind the art that aren’t in the typical brochures.

Discover a side of Amsterdam that most tourists miss on a bike tour of the Dutch capital. Uncover hidden gems, street art, and architectural marvels as your guide leads the way through old industrial zones and bustling ship docks that reveal authentic Amsterdam, saving you the hassle of navigating. You'll also explore the hip district of Amsterdam North.

Learn the stories behind the masterpieces at Amsterdam’s two most popular art museums. On this tour, visit both the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum with a private guide. Enjoy a personalized tour that covers all the highlights along with some less-known works that you might have otherwise missed. Let your guide handle the tickets, timing, and navigation, freeing you up to enjoy the museums and immerse yourself in the art.

Gain intimate insight into the Netherlands’ artistic heritage on this private tour from Amsterdam, led by a professional art historian. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge to create a fully personalized itinerary and choose from a vast range of museums, galleries, and attractions across the region, such as the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague, or the Keukenhof tulip gardens.

This special tour of the Van Gogh Museum offers you the unique possibility to discover its most important masterpieces and delve into his life and artistic evolution with the help of an expert guide. See iconic paintings such as "Sunflowers", "Self-Portrait with Straw Hat", "Wheatfield with a Reaper" and many more, as your guide unveils all the secrets of van Gogh's genius.

The Kröller-Müller Museum has an incredible collection of works by Vincent van Gogh, among other artists, that's worth the trip from Amsterdam. Driving is by far the most efficient way to get to the museum—avoid waiting around looking for a taxi at the last minute by securing your transfer ahead of time. Your ticket is included as well, so you won't have to lift a finger.

With the help of your own private guide, discover not just the staggering artworks that the Rijksmuseum contains, but the vital context behind them all that you wouldn’t get from any old brochure. This national museum is full to the brim with masterpieces, and your local art expert guide is on hand to make sure you don’t miss any of the essentials.

The sand drifts, forests, and grassy plains of the De Hoge Veluwe National Park lie just an hour from Amsterdam. On this tour, escape the city and get back to nature as you take in the park’s natural landscapes. Visit several viewpoints, have chance to hike or bike along the park’s trails, and look out for wildlife such as deer, wild boar, and mouflon. An optional drop-off at the Kröller-Müller Museum or Jachthuis Sint Hubertus Museum is also possible.

Discover Amsterdam through the eyes of its most creative residents on this private tour of the city’s historic center, focused on Dutch artists including Vincent Van Gogh, Rembrandt, and more. As you explore highlights such as Oude Kerk, Rembrandthuis, and Trippenhuis (a museum favored by Van Gogh), you’ll hear insightful stories along the way. Afterward, your guide can accompany inside the Rijksmuseum to explain its masterpieces—extra cost.

Discover the many artworks created especially for the walls and tunnels of the Amsterdam Metro, and see more than the average local sees on their daily commute. Look closer at murals and mosaics through the ages that decorate the station platforms along the whole network, and learn about the culture and history of Amsterdam through each piece’s messages.

What will you see on this tour? Access the museum with admission and tour its rooms accompanied by an expert guide who will help you understand the intimate, intense and deeply human universe of Vincent van Gogh. Throughout the tour you will know its different creative stages, from its beginnings to its last years, marked by loneliness, emotional instability and a constant search for meaning, as it wanted to express its feelings. Through masterpieces like Sunflowers, along with lesser-known paintings and drawings, you will discover how Van Gogh transformed his sadness, inner crises and extreme sensitivity into a unique artistic language, where color and brushstroke become a form of emotional expression. The tour reveals not only his artistic evolution, but also the delicate balance between his personal suffering and his extraordinary creativity. Limited places Book now. Discover the real Van Gogh Small Group entry included.

Step inside the Netherlands’ most famous museum on this expertly guided Rijksmuseum tour and discover the stories behind the world-renowned masterpieces. With a knowledgeable local guide, explore the highlights of the collection while learning how Dutch history, art, and innovation shaped the world. Marvel at iconic works such as Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s delicate interiors, and Frans Hals’ lively portraits. Beyond the famous paintings, your guide brings the museum to life with fascinating insights into the Dutch Golden Age, everyday life in 17th-century Amsterdam, and the symbolism hidden within the artworks. - Discover Dutch masterpieces including Rembrandt and Vermeer - Learn about the Dutch Golden Age from an expert guide - Explore the museum’s highlights and hidden stories - Enjoy a cultural journey through 17th-century Amsterdam

Leave Amsterdam behind for the day and discover the city of Leiden on this private tour, which includes train transfers, entrance tickets, and a light lunch. Meet your guide at Central Station and learn about Dutch history, culture, and architecture on the way to Leiden. Stroll through the city, visit its highlights including Pieterskerk and the Hortus Botanicus garden, and discover hidden gems you might otherwise have missed.

Discover Amsterdam’s canals by following clues and solving puzzles on your phone, which lead to new places and amazing stories. Play a city game to discover the hidden stories behind the architecture of the houses and the old bridges. Ready for an adventure? Highlights include: - Explore The Dam Square, The Descartes House, the Westerkerk and lesser-known places. - Enjoy a uniquely crafted story brought to you by our top-notch writers. - Find out why Amsterdam’s houses lean forward and search for one of the smallest houses in the city - Discover one of the oldest and the smallest bar/cafés tucked away in the centre of Amsterdam - Try a new type of experience, the perfect mix between a tour, outdoor escape game, and treasure hunt.