Rijksmuseum Tours and Activities

Glide through Amsterdam's canals in style and comfort aboard a luxury open-air boat with no windows or walls between you and the sights. Settle into comfy cushioned seats, and warm up with provided blankets and a drink from the cash bar if the weather is chilly. The cruise departs multiple times daily from the Anne Frank House, so it's easy to fit into most sightseeing itineraries.

Cruise down the famous canals of Amsterdam during this 75-minute boat tour. Hop aboard the classic wooden saloon boat and sit back and enjoy the beautiful city pass you by. See landmarks while nibbling on Dutch cheese and having a drink.

Come and join us on one of our legendary and Tripadvisor top 3 boat tours and get ready to cruise along the Amsterdam canals on our unique, electric boats. We have small open boats so you are able to enjoy the full experience! On our 1 hour evening cruise you will explore Amsterdam, its famous landmarks, culture, and rich trading history whilst relaxing on our luxury boat. At night all the bridges light up in the city so it will feel like sailing through a fairytale. The cruise will be done with a small group of people, so expect an interactive tour, with enough space for questions and any needed recommendations for your further stay in Amsterdam. Our canal cruise is a great alternative compared to those old-school tourist canal boats that your grandma probably recommended.

Home to some of the world’s most iconic Van Gogh paintings, Amsterdam’s Van Gogh museum attracts lines often in excess of two hours. Beat the crowds with this priority admission ticket that also includes an Amsterdam canal cruise, during which you get unobstructed views of the city's waterside attractions. This stress-free combo ticket is an ideal choice for first-time visitors with limited time in the Dutch capital.

Discover the beautiful city of Amsterdam, known as the ‘Venice of the North,’ from the water on this sightseeing cruise. After reserving your preferred departure time, skip past any lines and set off on the UNESCO-listed waterways aboard a glass-topped canal boat. Glide under pretty bridges, past 17th-century buildings and landmarks like the Anne Frank House, and learn about the city’s history from the audio guide. Upgrade your canal cruise with a 1-Day Amsterdam Public Transport ticket which is valid on trams, buses, ferries, and the metro.

Bypass the main entrance lines for privately guided tours at Amsterdam’s top two museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—during this half-day excursion. With your own art historian guide, head straight inside the glorious Rijksmuseum. Chart the history of Dutch art as you explore the highlights, and view treasures such as Rembrandt’s ‘Night Watch.’ Following time for lunch, enjoy fast-track admission to the Van Gogh Museum. Follow your guide around the must-see pieces, including ‘Tree Roots and Trunks,’ van Gogh’s last work, and other sublime masterpieces.

Board a customized electric boat for a one-of-a-kind cruise on the canals of Amsterdam. Choose your sailing time and relax during a luxurious 1-hour ride on a small, open boat. The narrated tour begins and ends at a convenient location, in front of the Anne Frank House. Blankets and pillows are provided.

Nibble your way through Amsterdam's international dining scene on a private tasting tour led by a local foodie guide. Learn about the international flavors that have influenced Dutch cuisine while grabbing bites at a local market, beer garden and family restaurant. Savor handpicked local delicacies including the best fish in town, a sweet ‘stroopwafel’ and artisanal cheese.

Explore two must-visit Amsterdam museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—on a half-day, skip-the-line, small-group tour combo. With a guide, bypass the main queues at the Rijksmuseum to see the exhibitions on Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages, including masterpieces such as Rembrandt’s ‘Night Watch’ and others. After time for lunch, skip the line at the Van Gogh Museum. Enjoy a guided tour of the highlights, seeing Van Gogh 'Sunflowers,' and more.

A private walking tour is the perfect way to get an introduction Amsterdam and a personalized experience for your small group. Orient yourself to its center as you are transported through its history. Your guide leads you through Old Town, the Red Light District and the Jordaan neighborhood. An excellent start to your visit, you leave wanting to know more.

Immerse yourself in art history on this half-day tour of the city’s Rembrandt-related landmarks. After exploring the Rijksmuseum with your guide, head to Rembrandt Square and the old Jewish quarter. This tour features a visit to Rembrandt’s house that now stands as a museum. All landmarks on the itinerary include skip-the-line admission.

Maximize your time inside the world-famous Rijksmuseum on a private 3-hour tour including early-access entry. With your priority-access pass, you’ll bypass long lines of tourists and explore the museum without the usual crowds. Alongside an art historian guide, you’ll admire masterpieces by the likes of Rembrandt, Vermeer and Hals while learning of the cultural and historical context of each painting. On this private tour, you’ll receive undivided attention from your erudite guide while gaining an alternative perspective of Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum.Enter with VIP status and enjoy the best paintings and sculpture. After 1.5 hours take a coffee break. Total tour time about 3 hours.

Enjoy an alternative sightseeing experience of Amsterdam on an exciting bike tour of the dazzling Dutch capital. Follow a professional guide through the quaint waterways and winding cobbled streets of the city and discover an eclectic selection of sights off the conventional tourist trail. Delve into the rich history and 'coffee shop' culture of the city with your knowledgeable guide and get local recommendations from your local guide.

Discover hidden corners in Amsterdam’s scenic waterways unreachable by many boats on this canal cruise. Aboard a solar-powered vessel, hear tales with your audio-guide while snapping photos of the historical waterfront sights. Pass highlights such as the Anne Frank House and the Golden Bend district with its grand manor houses. A variety of departure times makes this a convenient sightseeing activity.

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 and gain insight into Amsterdam’s history and culture from your guide.

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.

Save valuable vacation time with this skip-the-line ticket to the Rijksmuseum and a private tour. Traveling with a dedicated guide means you'll be able to move at your own pace and ask plenty of questions as you admire Dutch masters' best works from medieval times through the Golden Age. Highlights include works from van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt.

Get a true insider's look at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam, one of the greatest art collections on the planet. Let your guide give you an orientation recently renovated museum and then learn about some of the masterpieces in the collection. See and discuss works by Van Gogh, Rembrandt and Vermeer, among many others. Get skip-the-line access while your small group tour ensures plenty of personalized attention from the guide.

Make the most of your layover at Amsterdam airport and explore the city instead of waiting at Schiphol. In a few hours, your personal chauffeur guide will take you to see the highlights of the Venice of the North. Visit the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum and stroll the Dam Square. In case you have a 5- or 6-hour layover at Amsterdam Airport and don’t know what to do, you needn’t look further! During the Airport Transit City Tour, your private chauffeur will show you all the highlights of Amsterdam you really don’t want miss. Why waiting at Schiphol airport if you could be floating through the romantic canals of the Venice of the North or discovering how the Red Light District earned its nickname? This three-hour tour is completely customizable to fit your personal wishes, you may also book extra time if you happen to have a longer stopover in Amsterdam airport.

Treat yourself to a wonderful day in Amsterdam’s grandest museums, the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogn Museum, located in the heart of the city. Skip the ticket line and indulge in a world of classic art. On this private tour, your guide will help you skip the line and get straight into the Rijksmuseum. As you walk through the rest of the Rijksmuseum, you’ll take in the whole spectrum of Dutch art from the ‘Golden Age’ to the late 19th century. They’ll steer you towards popular highlights such as Rembrandt’s huge painting The Night Watch and also show you less-known gems by Vermeer, Frans Hals, Jan Asselijn, and Jan Steen, among others. You’ll get a glimpse of Vincent Van Gogh’s work at the Rijksmuseum, but a visit to the Van Gogh Museum is a must! As you walk around the museum, your guide will be on hand to point out some of the most interesting paintings, from the early self-portraits through to iconic works such as Sunflowers – truly one of the world’s great artistic masterpieces!

Join this 2-hour private tour and explore the Rijksmuseum in the center of Amsterdam. Get up close to 8,000 objects across 80 galleries while you learn more about about the history of the Dutch art with a professional and certified guide. Explore the beautiful Rijksmuseum with its unique collection of paintings from over the centuries. Learn all about paintingd and artists from the 17th century, also known as the golden age. At the Rijksmuseum you will se some of the world's most important paintings ranging from the 12th to the 20th century. Discover the most famous paintings from the Golden Age, The Night Watch, The Jewish Bride, The Milkmaid, The Love Letter and The Windmill at Wijk bij Duurstede. See history with your own eyes when you look at paintings by Rembrandt, Frans Hals, Vermeer and more. Admire these masterpieces and get a better understanding of the artists that made them and their works. Your experience includes a skip-the-line ticket.

We depart from the Rijksmuseum and sail through a beautiful area that was created by the Dutch in the 18th century. From here we will discover old Amsterdam and the beauty of the canals. The view from our 100% electrical luxury boats is amazing and a must when visiting Amsterdam. Sit back and relax on our boats and let our skipper and hostess guide you through the small canals where all large boats can't come. Relax with a drink and enjoy the best tour of the city!

During this 120-minute art tour, through the permanent collection in the Rijksmuseum, you will explore how the artists Vermeer, Rembrandt, and Frans Hals, captured the incredible expansion of the Dutch Golden Age. See the people, the objects, and the paintings that define this unprecedented era of Dutch history, and explore how the art reflects the changing values and beliefs of the republic. We meet at the Cobra Cafe at Museumplein and walk together over to the Rijksmuseum. Your tour guide will have your skip-the-line ticket to the museum ready for you. The tour ends at the Rijksmuseum where you can relax at the cafe or appreciate the work of arts. “ The tour does not go into the Velasquez and Rembrandt exhibition"

Cruising around Amsterdam’s canals is a quintessential experience for visitors to the city. With this tour, see the city at its most magical as you set sail on an evening cruise. Glide past the lively waterfront bars and cafés, spot illuminated landmarks such as Amsterdam Centraal Station and the Anne Frank House, and admire the glittering city skyline from the water.