Top Netherlands Art & Culture

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.

Don’t settle for crowded museums that rush you through history, elbow-to-elbow with the masses. This intimate walking tour follows Anne Frank's journey through the streets of Amsterdam, each lesser-known site offering profound insights into this era—and proving the enduring need for empathy to this day. Your tour wraps up at the iconic Secret Annex, leaving you with a deeper understanding that standard tours simply can't provide.

Get a fresh perspective on Amsterdam's Red Light District (De Wallen) on this small-group walking tour of the area. Delve into the city's history with the help of your guide and learn about what life is like for sex workers there, plus the laws surrounding the profession. As you explore, find out about local coffeeshops culture and other ways of life than make central Amsterdam unique.

Spend less time waiting and more time admiring the masterpieces of the Rijksmuseum on a small-group guided tour. Designed with time-pressed travelers in mind, this express tour takes you to paintings by European masters such as Rembrandt and Hals, offering insight into European art history beyond guidebooks. A small group ensures plenty of opportunities to ask your guide questions.

If there's one must-do activity for first-time visitors to Amsterdam, it's a scenic sightseeing cruise along the city's UNESCO World Heritage-listed canal ways. Unlike the popular party boats, this cruise prioritizes a quieter and more comfortable experience. Settle into the cushioned seats, tuck into some traditional Dutch snacks, or purchase a drink from the onboard bar as you glide past Amsterdam's waterfront landmarks.

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.

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.

Enjoy a self-guided tour to Van Gogh Museum with personalised digital plan from your hotel to the museum, plus art exhibitions and local gallery recommendations nearby — a complete Amsterdam art experience in one day.

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.

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.

Discover Amsterdam’s WWII history and follow in the footsteps of Anne Frank on this small-group walking tour of the Jewish Quarter. See the Jewish Historical Museum, the Portuguese Synagogue, and the Auschwitz Monument. Learn about events such as the February Strike and Winter of Hunger from the perspective of a local, and end the tour outside the Anne Frank House (entrance not included).

Experience the charm of Delft as you walk through picturesque streets, canals, and regal squares on this small-group walking tour. Uncover the secrets behind the Old Church's leaning tower, the iconic blue Delft pottery, and the royal vault in the Nieuwe Kerk (New Church). Optionally, conclude the tour with a short guided visit to the church, including the entrance ticket at an additional cost.

The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is home to more than 1,000 of the Dutch artist’s paintings, drawings, and letters—but knowing where to find the highlights can be hard. This small-group tour of maximum 6 people, led by an art historian as a guide, delves deeper into the life of Vincent Van Gogh to enhance your understanding of his groundbreaking work.

Understanding Amsterdam’s Red Light District (De Wallen) can be difficult without local context, but this private walking tour offers a clear, informed introduction with a guide leading the way. Travel along Zeedijk Street and through Chinatown, all while learning about how the area has evolved. As you walk past red-lit windows and adult entertainment venues, your guide separates fact from fiction and explains the social history of the district, including how prostitution was legalized in the Netherlands in 2000, and the culture surrounding coffee shops (licensed venues where cannabis is legally sold and consumed).

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 is paradise for foodies, but knowing where to get started can feel overwhelming. Take out the guest work 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 to share, sample classic Dutch dishes, such as local cheese, Dutch-style fries, apple pie, stroopwafel (waffles held together with caramel), and so much more. As you explore, get to know the city through the eyes of a local, and listen to anecdotes you won't hear anywhere else.

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.

Discover the story of the Red Light District, Amsterdam’s most famous neighborhood, on this walking tour around the district's periphery. A guide shows you around this fascinating area of Amsterdam, takes you to places most tourists don’t get to see, and reveals the history of sex work in Amsterdam and its lasting influence on the city. Note that Amsterdam limits Red Light District tours to its periphery.

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.

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.

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.

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 in the world of Jewish Amsterdam during World War II on this small-group walking tour with a local guide. Exploring in a group no larger than 15, see sights from a still-operational synagogue to the Auschwitz Monument to the spots where Jewish people were sent to their fate—and learn about Anne Frank's story, her family, and how her diary became one of the bestselling books of all time.