Top Netherlands Arts & Design

It’s no coincidence that Rotterdam was included in the prestigious 2025 New York Times list of 52 Places to Go. This beautiful Dutch city is brimming with fascinating stories and interesting sites – if you know where to look. On this walking tour, you’ll get a broad overview of the ‘must-see’ places, as well as the little things of interest that most visitors miss. The tour starts near the Erasmus Bridge. From there, you’ll have a chance to explore the many fascinating sights Rotterdam has to offer, like old streets and harbors, super modern architecture, historic statues, medieval churches, and so much more! I’ll also share the unconventional nickname of Paul McCarthy’s Santa Claus sculpture. The tour ends with a bang in front of the city’s most spectacular modern architectural landmark, the Art Depot of the Boijmans van Beuningen Museum. By the end of this tour, you will have learned lots of interesting new things and had a chance to appreciate Rotterdam even more.

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.

Uncover Haarlem's hidden gems and lesser-known stories on this interactive discovery walk, guided by 16 location-based riddles. Explore the city's Golden Streets, quiet courtyards like Proveniershof, and secret spots while learning fascinating local history in a playful way. Perfect for curious adventurers, this self-guided treasure hunt offers a fresh perspective on Haarlem's charm and beauty!

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.

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.

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.

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.

Discover the highlights of the Mauritshuis on a private guided museum tour in the heart of The Hague. With your own knowledgeable guide, you explore one of the world’s finest collections of Dutch Golden Age painting during a focused 1-hour visit. Inside the museum, you admire masterpieces such as Girl with a Pearl Earring by Vermeer, The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Tulp by Rembrandt, and The Goldfinch by Fabritius. During this private tour, your guide explains the artists, techniques, and historical context behind these iconic works. Because this is a private guided tour, the visit is interactive and flexible. You are free to ask questions, and the guide can adapt the focus to your interests, whether that is Vermeer, Rembrandt, Dutch society of the 17th century, or the museum’s highlights. This private museum tour of the Mauritshuis is ideal for travelers who want clear explanations, personal attention, and a deeper understanding of Dutch art in a limited amount of time.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Don’t waste a moment of your holiday booking admission tickets for attractions—save time and money with a Go City Amsterdam pass that grants you entry to more than 45 top attractions in the Dutch capital. Plus, you can choose between a 1-, 2-, 3-, or 5-day pass depending on how long you’re around for.

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.

Our PRIVATE tours are enjoyable and informative. Book 'Maastricht differently' with highlights, industrial & fortification heritage and urban development & architecture in a private tour of 2.15 hours. Group and private tours in City / Sphinxkwartier / Ceramique (for family/couples/groups/buses, students etc. at 11.00 or 15.00 - time flexible on request -, booking possible on request, language NL / DE / ENG ). It is a mix of highlights, industrial past, fortification past and architecture. A 2.15 hour tour gives a good impression of urban development / urban development. On request customized tours for seniors with possible prior ppt presentation. For more than 15 people, several guides are used. Participation in walks at own risk.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Visit two great Hindu temples on your trip to Tamil Nadu and learn about their significance with this self-guided audio tour. Head to Gangakonda Cholapuram, a village that was once the capital of the Chola Dynasty, to begin your tour. Then, explore the grand, Thanjavur Brihadeeswara Temple, built by Rajaja I, and the Airavateshwarar Temple, built by Rajaraja II, to admire the artistic and architectural achievements.

Take a half-day walking tour in Rotterdam that highlights remarkable buildings throughout the city. Your architect and landscape designer guides show you why the city is considered the architecture capital of the Netherlands, with examines of architectural styles such as postwar reconstruction, and modern planning and development. Expect to cover between 2.5-3.5 miles (up to 6 kilometers) with your guide providing live commentary and snacks along the way.

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

Explore Utrecht in an interactive and dynamic way with this self-guided scavenger hunt throughout the city. Your quest is to find a monster that’s been hiding. Solve riddles, find clues, and play games to discover Utrecht’s attractions and find the monster. Discover several points of interest like the Dom Tower and Oudegracht canals, and listen to their stories right on the app.