Rijksmuseum & Amsterdam City Center Semi-Private Tour 12ppl Max
Overview
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5 hours 30 minutes
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Join a semi-private (8 guest maximum) guided combo museum & walking tour through Amsterdam’s historic center and most popular museum. This 5.5 hour tour will cover the city’s highlights and will allow you to visit its largest museum, the Rijksmuseum. Our dynamic guides will share their insider knowledge as well as an impressive, but entirely manageable amount of history so that you can better understand the Dutch capital. This tour will also provide you with a museum ticket valid for the whole day.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
A maximum of 8 people per tour allowed
Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
Notes: Rijksmuseum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with 'Skip the Line' or 'No Wait' access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
100% Satisfaction Guarantee – Important Details We stand by our commitment to providing the best tour experience. If for any reason your experience did not meet expectations, we offer a 100% Guarantee under the following conditions: 1. Contact Us Within 24 Hours – To qualify for any potential refund or resolution, you must reach out to us within 24 hours of your tour. 2. Give Us a Chance to Make It Right – Before posting any negative reviews online, please allow us the opportunity to address your concerns. We take pride in our customer service and are committed to finding a fair solution. To request a resolution, please contact us at after tour. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to ensuring every guest has an amazing experience!
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
SEMI-PRIVATE TOUR ("SEMI-PRIVATE" MEANS GROUP IS NEVER MORE THAN 8 GUESTS MAX)
Duration 5.5 Hours (Including A Lunch Break)
Tour Will Run, Rain Or Shine
All Entrance Fees
Professional Tour Guide
Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)
This tour is not recommended for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
What To Expect
Rijksmuseum
Split the day between the canals and cobblestones of the city’s historic center and the masterpieces hanging in the Rijksmuseum. The tour will begin at the Rijksmuseum, Holland’s version of the Louvre, and learn about the highlights of its 8000 or so objects on display, including works by iconic Dutch artists like Rembrandt. This tour will introduce first-time visitors to the impressive and expansive collection that curates Dutch history over the centuries. For those who aren’t familiar with Dutch culture, you will explore its rich and vibrant past through a selection of paintings and artifacts from the 8000 objects on display. We’ll explore familiar names like Rembrandt while discussing lesser known items like 17th century dollhouses and Vermeer’s portrait of domesticity, “The Milkmaid.” There’s even a fascinating 19th century library containing more stories than we could ever tell. By the end, you’ll have a good overview of the museum’s collection and you may even know how to pronounce its name correctly. Then after a break for lunch, The historical walk will introduce you to this capital city, known for its openness and vice as much as for its charming bridges and leaning houses. Wander the canals and get your bearings as you learn about the medieval gate and Amstel River that helped shape Amsterdam.
St. Nicholas Basilica
Starting at our designated meeting point of St Nicholas’ Basilica, we will firstly discuss the history of the city’s primary Roman Catholic Church. Built at the end of the 19th century at a time when Roman Catholics could once again profess their faith in public after three centuries of prohibition, the building is a blend of different architectural styles and artistic movements.
Options
10am Semi-Private Guided Tour
"Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
UPGRADE AS PRIVATE TOUR 10AM
Skip-The-Line Private Museum Tour & Walking Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees; Private Transportation Included Between Tour Locations If Necessary
Reviews
17 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun time
59corid,
Aug 10, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The tour guide was very knowledgeable. I don't think we would have truly understood the paintings as we did with her guidance. My teenage son was engaged the whole time and asked questions. Great time
Incredible Tour
216cathyg,
Jul 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was one of the best tours of an art museum I have ever been on. Our guide, Anna, was dynamic, engaging and quite funny. I learned so much about the culture, history and the art. This tour is highly recommended.
Thoughtful, Challenging, Exceptional.
LarryF149,
Jun 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anna was our tour guide and she was not only knowledgeable, but she challenged all of us on the tour to think critically and realistically about the art we viewed in the context of the time it was painted or created and the actual history of the artist. She also advised us to always question the sources of the information as for many artist their history and background is spotty at best and non existent at worst. We could have easily gone on for two more hours listening and participating in the conversation with Anna.
Riks Museum intro
DebD615,
Jun 19, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Fleur was a great guide. She had just the right amount of information, and a lovely excitement and energy that helped me feel connected to the art. A great introduction to the Riks Museum.
Enjoyable and enlightening museum tour.
I153RRginag,
Jun 5, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had an incredible tour of the Rijksmuseum with Carola. She was an expert guide in describing the history of the museum and the various works on display. Each Master’s painting was brought to life with Carola’s vivid explanations.
Excellent Rijksmuseum Tour and Guide
Jwaverczak,
Jun 3, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Diana P was an excellent guide! We learned so many things that we totally would have missed if we didnt have her expertise. Would highly recommend!!
Great tour in Amsterdam
Jane V,
Mar 31, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We enjoyed a fun, fact-filled day with the lovely Dominique. She was prompt, patient, informative and everything you want in a tour guide. She showed us in 5 hours the highlights of both the Rijksmuseum and a small swath of historic Amsterdam. That’s is no small task as this city is filled with so much to share. She was very flexible about changing this up as needed. She is well schooled, intelligent and informed Don’t miss an opportunity to use Dominique to learn in a high energy, but fun day as much as you can about this vibrant city.
Amazing tour with knowledgeable guide
Christopher L,
Jan 20, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Diana was excellent and accommodating, with an in depth experience in the Rijksmuseum and then a long, landmark filled walk through the city center. Highly recommended.
Fantastic tour with Paola!
emmabZ8515UZ,
Nov 4, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We did the Rijksmuseum semi private tour and Paola was our guide. She was an amazing guide - so knowledgeable, kind and fun to talk with. The tour was fantastic and the museum is beautiful. We would love to do another tour with Paola as our guide!
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Trail704530,
Oct 26, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Anna is an amazing storyteller, I highly recommend taking the Van Gogh museum tour, she made it a wonderful experience!
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