Top Netherlands Art Tours

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.

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.

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.

Knowing what to priortize when exploring the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam can be daunting. Beat choice paralysis with this small-group tour, and follow your art historian guide as they take you to the collection's highlights. Get a deeper understanding of the artist's life and his different artistic periods as you go, with plenty of opportunities to ask your guide questions along the way.

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.

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.

Experience the Rijksmuseum's treasures on a semi-private tour led by a licensed guide. Delve into the Golden Age of Dutch Masters, including Rembrandt and Vermeer. Explore iconic artworks and immerse yourself in Dutch art history in just 90 minutes. Your tour includes a museum ticket with skip-the-line admission so you can avoid waiting in long lines. Note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible and has a moderate level of difficulty.

Avoid waiting in a long line with fast-track access to Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum, then unwind after a busy day’s sightseeing on a canal cruise. Take advantage of the combined deal to save money and tick off 2 popular city attractions. Learn about Holland’s history and culture as you explore the national museum, and benefit from audio commentary for insight into landmarks as you cruise the iconic canals.

Learn more about the Dutch Golden Age on a private tour of the Rijksmuseum. Deepen your appreciation of the exhibits as your guide provides historical and cultural insights into masterpieces from artists such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh. Explore at your own pace and enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide.

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.

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.

Explore the streets of Amsterdam through Rembrandt’s eyes during this small-group walking tour. Stroll through the artist’s old neighborhood of Spiegelquarter and see key attractions like the Emperor’s Canal, the Night Watch Guards, and Waterloo Square. Then enjoy admission at the Rembrandt House Museum and explore inside the artist’s 17th-century home filled with period pieces, personal items, and etchings.

Discover the beautiful, modern architecture of Rotterdam during a small-group walking tour through the city center led by a local architect. See key architectural landmarks such as the Rotterdam Central Station, the Lijnban, the Markthal, the iconic Cube Houses, and much more. Learn more about the history of the buildings from your architect guide and snap photos of your favorite structures to admire later.

In the 1600s, a single tulip bulb sold for the price of a canal house - and the flower that started the famous tulip mania was planted right here in Leiden. This walking tour follows a trail that takes you to that spot at the Hortus Botanicus and through the streets where Rembrandt grew up, sketched his earliest works, and became the painter who would define the Dutch Golden Age. Along the way, you will hear how Leiden's canals were built as moats to stop invaders, why poems cover the city walls instead of graffiti, and how a group of English refugees, called the pilgrims, sheltered here before sailing - with nine future US Presidents among their descendants. Your local guide walks you through 12 stops, from the atmospheric Galgewater canal to the panoramic fortress of De Burcht. Along the way, you can get a Rembrandt-style portrait sketched and explore one of the city's hidden hofjes. Available in 9 languages. Works offline. No schedule, no group - just you and the city.

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.

Enjoy unrivaled views of Amsterdam’s Festival of Lights—which takes place every year from November through January—on a canal cruise that reveals the best of the installations. You’ll enjoy personalized attention in a small group limited to 12 travelers, as you float along Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed Canal Ring in the comfort of your heated boat with indoor saloon, outdoor deck, and onboard restroom.

Want to see the sights of Amsterdam from a boat, yet avoid the tourist crowds? Step aboard an electric sloop with a small group and enjoy unobstructed views of the city's landmarks. Enjoy Dutch snacks like bitterballen, stroopwafels, and local cheese as well as drinks from the open bar—including beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate, and Dutch jenever—while your captain shares stories about the secrets of the city.

This year, we're excited to partner with ALF once again to bring the glow of creativity to Amsterdam's historic canals during the cold winter months. Join us as we sail past approximately 20 mesmerizing light installations that transform the city into a luminous wonderland. Let the sparkling canals and thought-provoking artworks ignite your imagination as you glide through this stunning event aboard one of our comfortable, fully open boats. What is included: *Front-row views of the light sculptures from the water. *A cozy, fully open boat experience, complete with a warm glühwein. *Live commentary from the boat’s captain, providing insights and stories behind the featured light artworks. *Entry to the festival: While we don't organize the festival itself, we contribute €8.10 on your behalf to the "Stichting Amsterdam Light Festival" for the creation of these remarkable artworks. *Onboard restroom facilities for your convenience.

The best way to explore the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring is indisputably by a small electric boat that can access the narrow historic canals that larger tour boats can't reach. Get a different perspective of the Dutch capital while avoiding the crowds on land during this relaxing cruise through the Red Light District, Anne Frank House, and the Skinny Bridge (depending on the route chosen). When the weather is good, enjoy an open-air boat ride as well as heated seats during the winter or bad weather.

Rotterdam is full of beautiful and interesting architecture and public art, but trying to find it all can be overwhelming. On this small-group guided walking tour, your guide will show you around the city, making a beeline to the best local art spots. Learn all about the different styles and periods on display, from old to new. See works by famous masters, up-and-coming street artists, avant-garde architects, and more.

Go beyond simple sightseeing as you visit the Rijksmuseum for this private tour led by a trained art historian, with your skip-the-line tickets conveniently included. As you explore the extensive collections, you’ll learn about the work of Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Vermeer, gain insights into Dutch art history, and hear stories about the individual works you’re viewing. Expect to see masterpieces as well as hidden gems you might have missed.

Enjoy an in-depth introduction to Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum, and help keep your sightseeing personal, on this small-group or private tour with included admission tickets. Discover the major works and lesser-known pieces by the beloved Dutch artist, including "Sunflowers" and many other masterpieces. As you explore, your guide sheds light on the different periods of his work and what inspired him.

From a luxury, glass-enclosed boat, enjoy the highlights of Amsterdam along its UNESCO-listed canals during this cruise. Hear commentary about sites such as the Anne Frank House, the Golden Bend, the National Maritime Museum, and the Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug). With a variety of departure times available, this water-based jaunt is easy to fit into your day of sightseeing.