Top Netherlands Arts & Design

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.

Book a ticket in advance for admission to the Bols Cocktail Experience, situated on the Museumplein, or museum quarter, in Amsterdam. This innovative attraction provides interactive exhibits about Holland’s oldest spirit brands: Bols and Genever, the Dutch equivalent of gin. Take a self-guided tour through the Hall of Taste, the World of Cocktails and the cocktail room before you sidle up to the Mirror Bar to watch mixologists shake up that perfect drink.

Don’t waste time trying to hit the Dutch food hotspots alone, only to end up in tourist traps. Instead, join this boutique and specialized food tour through Amsterdam, during which you stop at several distinct locations. Stroll through the quaint Jordaan area and along the city's famous canals to enjoy iconic dishes like homemade Dutch apple pie in a traditional "brown" pub, exclusive cheeses in a private tasting room, and a mini ‘Rijsttafel’ from the former Dutch colony of Indonesia.

Amsterdam’s canals are best experienced from the water—but crowded tour boats can feel rushed and impersonal. This private cruise offers a relaxed way to explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring with just your group on board. As you glide past historic waterways in Amsterdam, your skipper shares local insight and tailors the route to your interests.

The Heineken Experience and a canal cruise are two must-dos for first-time visitors to Amsterdam and this tour includes both. Start at the Heineken Experience for a self-guided tour of the former brewery. See vintage equipment and learn about the production process. After a beer tasting, head to the docks and board your sightseeing boat. The 75-minute cruise sails past canal houses, bridges, churches, and more.

Start your Sunday with a taste of culture and settle in to enjoy an hour of music during the Sunday Morning Concert, with performances by some of the world's best musicians, rated as one of the world’s top concert venues

After being flattened by bombs in World War II, Rotterdam reinvented itself. Where once the quintessential tall houses stood, surrealist architecture, modern art installations and landmark buildings popped up, transforming the Netherlands’ second city into ‘the city of the future.’ On this private, 2-hour walking tour, you’ll learn about the city’s unique architecture from your own personal guide, and see the city’s most impressive buildings, including Rotterdam Market Hall (Markthal), the eye-catching cube houses and Rotterdam Central Station.

Head to Amsterdam Icebar Xtracold, where you’re treated to three complimentary drinks—while relaxing in a frosty bar where everything, even your drinking glass, is made of ice! Continue this totally ‘cool’ experience by taking a canal sightseeing cruise on a luxury glass-topped boat. It’s the best way to see Amsterdam’s top highlights.

Learn more about Anne Frank & the Jewish History of Amsterdam in this Private Walking Tour and end at the Anne Frank House. Travel back in time to the 16th century when Amsterdam became a safe place for Jewish families fleeing Southern & Eastern Europe. Wander through the Jewish quarter with our guide and see the famous landmarks. Discover the awful stories of families who were hiding from the Germans in WWII and feel the tension of living in Amsterdam during wartime. Hear how hundreds of Jewish children were saved from deportation and explore the beautiful Jewish district. Learn about Anne Frank and see the Westerkerk and Anne Frank House from the outside. At the end of the tour, you have the opportunity to visit the Anne Frank house unguided. We will advise how to get tickets for the house, subject to ticket availability. If booking less than 10 days before your tour, you will receive the Virtual Reality experience of the Anne Frank House instead. No additional purchases required

Enjoy a more personal way to explore Amsterdam—and combine two experiences in one excursion—on this private walking tour. Begin with a stroll past many of the city's key sights, including the UNESCO-listed Amsterdam Canal Ring, Chinatown, and the infamous Red Light District. Plus, stop to sample three Dutch specialities along the way, and learn more about the city's cuisine.

Nibble your way through Amsterdam's best bites on a private and personalized food tour led by a local foodie guide. Learn about the international flavors that have influenced Dutch cuisine while savoring handpicked snacks such as the best fish in town, a sweet *stroopwafel* and *bitterballen* (Dutch meatballs). This culinary tour in Amsterdam is a cultural journey that takes you further than the food you’ll eat. Plus, you can choose between six or 10 tastings depending on your appetite.

Explore Amsterdam the way it was meant to be seen—by bike—on this private tour. Follow a local host on a personalized tour of the city's most interesting neighborhoods and attractions. It’s a great way to soak up the sights and atmosphere in one of Europe’s most bike-friendly cities. Your local guide is a bike pro and makes this private tour an easy ride, with a stop for a local drink or snack.

Get a true insider's look at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, one of the greatest art collections on the planet, when you go with a guide. Let your guide lead the way and learn about some of the collection's masterpieces by the likes of Rembrandt and Vermeer. Get skip-the-line access with your small group to ensure personalized attention from your guide.

Get a flavor of Amsterdam’s famous alternative culture on a walking tour with a local guide. Stroll through Amsterdam's narrow lanes and squares and dip into smart shops to enjoy the laid-back atmosphere, savor delicious local snacks (own expense), and learn about the history and culture of the city. Upgrade to include more stops, food tastings, and neighborhoods.

Experience typically Dutch landscapes of fishing villages, windmills, and craftsmen’s shops on an award-winning small-group tour from Amsterdam. Visit restored windmills in Zaanse Schans, and walk the dikes and harbor of Volendam, a pretty port lined with bright houses and sailboats. Sample locally-make cheeses and Dutch schnapps, and enjoy time to choose a restaurant for lunch.

Enjoy an intimate atmosphere and a dedicated guide on this private half-day tour of Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter. Your local host's commentary focuses on Anne Frank's story and the Netherlands' role in World War II. Visit the Portuguese Synagogue, Jewish Museum, and other key Jewish landmarks. Booking a private tour ensures plenty of time for questions and discussion.

Discover the delights of Amsterdam without worrying about navigating on a private, customizable half-day walking tour of the capital's highlights. With your personal guide, stroll through top locations like Dam Square and Leiden Square at your own pace, rather than rushing in a large group. Pass by landmarks such as the Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House, and take a walk through the country's largest street market, Albert Cuyp. Conclude your tour with a scenic canal cruise for a fresh perspective.

Explore Amsterdam’s two top museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—without getting overwhelmed during a private or small-group half-day excursion. With your art historian guide, head to the glorious Rijksmuseum. Chart the history of Dutch art and view treasures by Rembrandt and others. After, head to the Van Gogh Museum. Follow your guide to the must-see pieces, and learn more about the artist than you would going alone.

Discover the rich heritage and modern culture of Holland on a private, full-day tour from Amsterdam. Travel with a local guide through the scenic Dutch countryside and neighboring towns, following an itinerary that’s designed just for you and your group. Explore traditional villages of windmills and wooden shoes, visit the hometowns of your ancestors, taste country cuisine or whatever else you choose!

Discover many highlights of the Netherlands’ countryside, all in one day—and immerse yourself in Dutch culture and traditions—on this private tour from Amsterdam. After morning pickup from your hotel, head to Zaanse Schans to see its famed windmills and visit a clog workshop. After stopping by a cheese producer, continue to the fishing village of Volendam. Finally, board a ferry to Marken island before being brought back to Amsterdam.

Be dazzled by glittering gems and one-of-a-kind treasures at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam! Follow the journey of the world’s most coveted stones from deep inside the earth to settings on royal crowns and valuable works of wearable art. Browse glittering, diamond-encrusted displays and learn about the long history of the diamond trade in the Netherlands. You can even watch professional stone polishers and goldsmiths at work creating modern, high-carat masterpieces.

Art lovers won’t want to miss the Johannes Vermeer Experience at the Vermeer Centrum Delft, and this ticket makes it easy. Learn more about Vermeer’s life and career, which took place in and around Delft, and see why he is called the "master of light" as you admire the originals and reproductions of all of his paintings in one place.

Forget asking strangers to snap photos of you—bring home a photo memento with a difference with this Amsterdam photo shoot that recreates a Dutch Golden Age masterpiece. Choose from some of the most famous Dutch paintings, and dress in costume to mimic the picture for your photo session. Walk away with two prints and an email with the original photo files that you can upload to social media.

For a fascinating—and delicious—day trip from Amsterdam, why not dive into the wonderful world of cheese? At The Story of Edam Cheese, in the eponymous town, you’ll head way back to the Middle Ages, when the cheese was “discovered,” exploring how the creamy, melt-y goodness changed the country, from industry to cuisine. And you’ll get to taste the Dutch classic, too.