Top Netherlands Art Tours

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore the stunning collection at the Mauritshuis, home to masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt, and more. This intimate museum invites you to engage deeply with art rather than merely look at it, making each visit a memorable experience. Marvel at Vermeer’s iconic Girl with a Pearl Earring and uncover the stories behind these captivating works. - Private Tour with Art Historian - Experience a small, intimate museum setting - Engage with art beyond just looking at it - 100% Satisfaction Guarantee

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.

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.

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.

Learn the stories behind the masterpieces at Amsterdam’s two most popular art museums. On this tour, visit both the Van Gogh Museum and the Rijksmuseum with a private guide. Enjoy a personalized tour that covers all the highlights along with some less-known works that you might have otherwise missed. Let your guide handle the tickets, timing, and navigation, freeing you up to enjoy the museums and immerse yourself in the art.

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.

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.

Get a more in-depth look at the displays at Amsterdam's Van Gogh Museum and go beyond what's in the guidebooks with this private tour with skip-the-line entry. Follow your art historian guide as they take you around the collection's highlights and provide insight and context into the artist's life and distinct artistic periods.

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.

Visiting museums enriches your and your children’s lives, but traveling and waiting in line can be challenging for kids. This private family tour offers skip-the-line access at the Van Gogh Museum. A kid-friendly, engaging guide shares fascinating facts and stories about Vincent Van Gogh, including games and activities while showing you his iconic works of art.

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.

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.

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.

In winter, Amsterdam’s canals host the Amsterdam Light Festival, with surprising, luminous artworks concealed in unexpected places. See more than 20 pieces from the water in the comfort of a covered saloon boat with an expert guide who provides insights into the landmarks. Pay as you go for drinks and snacks or upgrade to a free-flow package to help you beat the cold.