Top Netherlands Art & Culture Classes

Glide through Amsterdam’s canals in style and comfort aboard a 100% electric luxury boat. Enjoy a relaxed cruise past top landmarks such as the Anne Frank House and the Jordaan district, while your live guide and skipper share stories about the city’s history and culture and pour you drinks from the onboard bar (if option selected). In summer, cruise on an open boat and take in the views with a drink from the onboard bar. On colder or rainy days, stay warm and comfortable on a covered saloon boat, with blankets provided.

Diving into the niche world of professional perfumery making. Learning its secrets and the true hard work that exists behind this artistry. Creation of personal perfume, your first own perfume!

See a different side of Amsterdam as you admire its beautiful canals by night on this cruise. Give your body a break from a day of exploring and relax as you pass by landmarks such as the Westerkerk and Rijksmuseum. As you cruise, learn more about the city’s history via an audio guide, available in multiple languages so you can listen in your native language.

Cruise through Amsterdam's charming canals the modern way, aboard an intimate electric boat with an onboard bar on an evening tour. A fun alternative to standing in a crowded bar, the cruise offers a sociable way to see Amsterdam's landmarks as day turns to night. Illuminated bridges and attractions like the Anne Frank House and Western Church are among the bucket-list-level sights seen.

During your visit to Amsterdam’s Ripley’s Believe It or Not, don’t waste time waiting in line. Instead, book your entrance ticket to the attraction in advance and glide past lines on the day you wish to visit. Inside the museum, you’ll find a giant wooden clog exclusive to the Amsterdam location, walk through the Space Tunnel, and much more. This tour is ideal for families and ensures a stress-free experience.

See the city like a traveler. Capture it like a photographer. Join a professional local photographer for a unique and immersive photography tour and hands-on workshop through Amsterdam’s most beautiful streets, canals, and hidden gems. This experience is perfect for beginners and hobbyists, who want to capture more than just snapshots — you'll come away with real skills and stunning images. Hi there! I’m Sandra, a Spanish professional photographer and educator based in the Netherlands. With over 7 years running my successful full-time photography business, Sandra Herrero Photography, I’ve worked with tourists, locals, influencers, entrepreneurs, and international brands. More than 1,250 happy clients from 85+ nationalities have trusted me to capture their special moments — will you be next? Walk, shoot, and learn. Book your spot on this photography workshop and discover Amsterdam from a new angle! Check out my work: wwwsandraherrerocom Instagram: @sandraherrerophotography

Enjoy an Amsterdam experience with a difference and try something that most tourists never get to experience—perfume-making with the help of a local tutor. Spend hours immersing yourself in the world of perfumery in the comfort of your teacher’s home, with the end result being you taking your own personal scent home with you.

Discover the world of clay on an electric pottery wheel and enjoy a creative adventure with family or friends! No experience is needed; you simply ignite the magic of ceramics. Together, you not only create beautiful artworks but also explore new and surprising aspects of each other's creativity. Let the clay flow and the ideas bubble up as you share an unforgettable time together.

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.

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.

Grab a seat at the coolest bar in Amsterdam with a ticket to the XtraCold Icebar, where everything—even the glasses—is made completely of ice. Relax first in the hip warm lounge, then slip on a provided thermal jacket for an arctic drinking adventure right in the heart of the Dutch capital. Step into the frozen world inspired by the 1596 expedition to the North Pole, featuring detailed ice sculptures and polar bears as you sip on included drinks in the ‘chilled-out’ atmosphere.

Royal Coster Diamonds is the world's oldest still-operating diamond polishing factory (founded 1840), steps from the Rijksmuseum. Guests see real craftsmen polishing real diamonds using techniques refined over 185 years. The experience includes a private diamond presentation, a look at the Cullinan replica (largest gem-quality rough diamond ever found), and an introduction to the Royal 201 cut, the most brilliant diamond in the world, exclusive to Royal Coster. The 4 C's are explained in person, with real stones, by guides in 15+ languages. Royal Coster polishers recut the Koh-i-Noor for the British Crown Jewels in 1852. For travelers who want real depth, this is Amsterdam's diamond experience.

Gain a rare perspective of Dutch cuisine on this food and culture tour through Amsterdam’s Jordaan district. Going with a guide ensures you hear little-known anecdotes about top landmarks and get a behind-the-scenes look at hidden gem eateries loved by locals. Break up the walking tour with food and drink tastings such as *poffertjes* (traditional batter treat), fresh herring, apple cake, and other Dutch treats along the way.

Take a break from sightseeing and paint your own Dutch wooden clogs in this private workshop at Simonehoeve. With all painting supplies included, simply follow your instructor and put your own personal spin on your design. This hands-on activity is great for children and families, plus you get tot to take home your hand-painted clogs as a unique keepsake.

The Kintsugi workshop is unique as it explores the age-old Japanese art of repairing. Instead of concealing flaws, Kintsugi accentuates and celebrates them, transforming the restored piece into a unique and beautiful work of art. Participants not only acquire a craft skill but also gain a valuable lesson in embracing imperfections and discovering beauty in resilience.

Escape the city crowds and discover the Dutch countryside on a private day tour to Zaanse Schans and Keukenhof from Amsterdam. Gain insight into Holland’s culture at a clog workshop, cheese farm, working windmill, and as you tiptoe through the tulips, the national flower of Holland. Plus, a traditional Dutch lunch and seamless round-trip transfers from your hotel are included.

Capture Amsterdam after dark on this night-time, small-group photography tour. Benefit from the knowledge and support of your professional guide as you explore the city’s hidden beauty spots and compose striking photographs to remember your trip by. All equipment can be provided or brought with, making this a great option for novice through to experienced photographers.

Swap time in the airport lounge for a private Amsterdam tour, and use your layover time to sightsee. The perfect way to fill a multi-hour gap, this layover tour includes airport pickup and drop-off, personal transport, and a private guide just for you. How you spend the customizable tour is your call; see the Amsterdam canals, visit the Anne Frank House, get tips for the Rijksmuseum, and more.

Give something you already own a completely new life while learning creative techniques along the way. Instead of making something from scratch, you turn your own clothes or shoes into a personal piece that reflects your style.

Amsterdam runs on bikes, but joining the cyclists yourself means navigating canals and traffic in an unfamiliar city. Let a guide lead the way on a small-group bike tour, cycling the canal-side streets and bridges past neighborhoods including the Jordaan, the Museum Quarter, and De Pijp. The route keeps to an easy pace and stops along the way at sights such as the Vondelpark, the Anne Frank House, and the Westerkerk.

Discover Amsterdam’s photogenic side—and improve your photography skills—on this private walking tour. Meet your guide in the afternoon at a location that works for you, receive a photography tutorial, and then set off to discover the parts of the city that interest you most. As you go, capture the scenery with your camera; later, as darkness descends, put your new night photography skills to the test.

Skip the awkwardness of asking strangers to take photos of you on a private photo shoot with a professional photographer in Amsterdam. Rather than returning home with sub-standard photographs, you’ll pose at a selection of Amsterdam hotspots handpicked by your photographer guide and get up to 30 edited pictures from your shoot.

Keen crafters, or anyone who likes learning new practical skills, will enjoy this introductory leather-crafting workshop in Leiden. The class takes place in a dedicated leather-crafting workshop and is led by an experienced professional, who will provide all the tools and instructions you need to get started. Choose your leather pieces—with vegan leather also available—and create a unique piece to take home.