Top Netherlands Art & Culture

The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam houses the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings in the world, including famous masterpieces such as “Sunflowers” and “The Potato Eaters.” Tickets must be purchased in advance, so avoid disappointment by pre-booking your preferred timeslot and reserving a multimedia tour available in multiple languages. Upgrade to a guided tour for a deep dive into one of the Netherlands' most enigmatic artists.

Enjoy a wide-ranging introduction to Amsterdam’s highlights and history on this small-group walking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide right in the heart of the city, and set off on foot. You’ll see highlights like the Royal Palace and the Red Light District, will learn about the city’s origins and key moments in its history, will admire its UNESCO-listed center, and more.

Elevate your Amsterdam canal cruise when you book this experience aboard a fully covered wooden saloon boat. Cruise along the UNESCO-listed canals and see bucket-list sights like the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum, and the picturesque Jordaan district while listening to commentary from your onboard guide—you get the stories behind the sights that you'd easily miss if you explored alone.

Orientate yourself in Amsterdam and discover the city’s highlights as well as its hidden gems on a bike tour. Zip easily between landmarks, saving time and covering more ground that possible by foot, ideal for visitors with limited time in the city. Enjoy the more personalized experience of a small-group tour of max 11 people, and gain insight into Amsterdam’s history and culture from your guide.

The Van Gogh Museum is home to world’s largest collection of art by the Dutch artist—spend your time inside the gallery wisely on a private tour that covers the highlights and offers insight into the painter’s life that you’re unlikely to find in the guide book alone.

Skip your usual souvenirs for a keepsake that's uniquely your own with this tile painting workshop right in the heart of Amsterdam. Learn all about the Netherlands's production of Delftware (blue and white ceramics), and gain the techniques to paint a tile yourself. Choose between traditional tulips, windmills, or something completely original—and take your creation home as a lasting memory of the experience.

Get acquainted with the artistic masterworks inside Amsterdam's iconic Rijksmuseum on this small-group or private guided tour. Delve into the history of Holland’s artistic heritage with your expert guide and see collections by world-famous painters like Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt during your enriching tour.

Discover Vincent Van Gogh's life and work with a guided tour of the museum dedicated to him. Enjoy skip-the-line entry and engage with guides trained in art history and culture as you see iconic masterpieces up close and hear the stories behind them. Gain real insight into Van Gogh in just a few short hours, with options for private tours to suit your group.

Amsterdam’s museums are some of the most popular attractions in the city and often have ticket lines to match. Optimize your time by booking your Moco Museum ticket in advance, to avoid long ticket lines. Head there at a time that suits you. Widen your perspective of European and international modern and contemporary art through works by Banksy, Andy Warhol, Keith Haring, Jean-Michel Basquiat, Yayoi Kusama, and many others.

Amsterdam is paradise for foodies, but knowing where to get started can feel overwhelming. Take out the guesswork as you head to multiple eateries—each with their own delicious offering—on this award-winning, small-group tour of the city. Led by a local guide with insider knowledge, sample classic Dutch dishes like local cheese, Dutch-style fries, apple pie, stroopwafel, and more. Explore the city through local eyes and hear anecdotes you won't find elsewhere.

Bypass the lines at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and admire van Gogh’s works with your very own private guide. Gain priority access and explore the highlights of the museum, home to the world’s biggest Vincent van Gogh art collection. Let your guide introduce you to sublime masterpieces, such as ‘Sunflowers.’ Discover the significance of lesser-known paintings and explore pieces by artists who influenced his style, including Gauguin and Monet. A perfect introduction to the museum and the life and work of the great artist.

Spend less time wandering and more time admiring the masterpieces of the Rijksmuseum on a small-group guided tour. Designed with time-pressed travelers in mind, this tour takes you straight to the highlights to admire paintings by European masters such as Rembrandt and Hals, and offers insight into European art history that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebooks. Plus, a small group means that you have plenty of opportunities to ask your guide questions.

Take advantage of the close proximity of European countries on a day trip to Bruges from Amsterdam. Ideal for travelers who want to see more of Europe in less time, this tour saves you the hassle of planning by taking care of transport. A guided walking tour of Bruges' UNESCO-listed Old Town will give you a good overview so you can later explore the city independently at your own pace.

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.

Amsterdam's World War II history is woven through the Jewish Quarter, but the sites give little away without someone to explain what happened there. This small-group walking tour traces that history on foot, stopping at the Jewish Historical Museum, the Portuguese Synagogue, and the Auschwitz Monument, and covers events including the February Strike and the Winter of Hunger. It ends outside the Anne Frank House (entrance not included).

Learn more about one of the darkest chapters of Amsterdam’s history than you would without a guide's help with this Jewish Quarter walking tour. Combining visits to some of Amsterdam’s most important memorials with an in-depth history lesson about Nazi occupation, WWII, Anne Frank, and the Holocaust, this small-group tour offers unique insight into the resilience of Amsterdam’s Jewish community.

Eat your way around Amsterdam on this small-group food walking tour that covers 1.5 miles (2.5 km) of the city. It includes over 10 delicious tastings at five local eateries that most travelers miss. At each venue, try Dutch delicacies, from freshly-made stroopwafels (syrup-filled waffles) to artisanal Gouda cheese. As you take a leisurely stroll between locations, see the canals that Amsterdam is famous for, and ask your guide for recommendations.

Explore the highlights of Rotterdam on this small-group guided walking tour. See key architectural landmarks such as the Central Station, Groot Handelsgebouw, Luchtsingel, Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, Market Hall, Cube Houses, the Old Harbor, and more, and learn more about the history and significance of the buildings from your guide.

Immerse yourself in Dutch culture on this full-day tour through the countryside with round-trip transport from Amsterdam. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about each stop on the itinerary, including a traditional clog shop, artisan cheese factory, rural windmills, and the village of Giethoorn. Don’t forget your camera: The day also features a boat ride through Giethoorn’s waterways with rare views of the area.

This ticket lets you skip long lines and enter the Van Gogh Museum, Amsterdam, with timed admission. Explore the museum at your own pace, seeing iconic works like Sunflowers and Bedroom in Arles, plus temporary exhibitions when available. Optional audio guides provide deeper insight into Van Gogh’s techniques and inspirations, making it ideal for art lovers and first-time visitors.

Discover the Dutch countryside on this full-day tour to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken. Round-trip transfer from central Amsterdam ensures a hassle-free trip. See windmills, waterlands, cheese makers, and clog factories up close. Discover the region's rich history firsthand from a professional guide. The price includes tasters of cheese and other local produce, as well as interior tours. There's also an option to embark on a 1-hour canal sightseeing tour right after the tour, which ends at Amsterdam Central Station.

Pre-book your tickets to STRAAT, jump on a ferry over from Amsterdam Central Station to the NDSM Wharf, and come face to face with some of the world’s greatest street art without having to leave the city or stand in a queue. A great way to discover the ins and outs of the now critically-acclaimed street art movement, STRAAT offers visitors the chance to delve deeper into the stories behind the art and the artists.

See some of Vincent Van Gogh's most famous works with a guide to lead the way on this walking tour of Amsterdam's famed Van Gogh Museum. Listen to live commentary about the celebrated Dutch painter and his life and inspiration while taking time to examine some of his most iconic works.