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5 hours 30 minutes
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The 5.5 hour semi-private (8 guest maximum) guided museum combo tour includes entry to both Rijksmuseum & Van Gogh Museum so you can skip the line and learn about the museums’ collections with one of our engaging expert guides.Join our most popular group tour of Amsterdam’s best museums. Perfect for an introduction to Van Gogh and the artists of the Dutch Golden Age. This intimate tour with a maximum of 8 people in each group will take you on an artistic and historical journey through the 18th and 19th centuries.
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 and Van Gogh Museum 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.
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For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
All Entrance Fees
Duration 5.5 Hours (Including A Break)
Professional Tour Guide
Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum
Semi-Private Museum Tour (With Reserved Entry)
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
Rijksmuseum
Start your tour at the Rijksmuseum to see the work of some of Holland’s most famous artists, while learning about the country’s cultural history. Your guide will share stories about the museum’s best and quirkiest pieces as you explore a selection of paintings and artifacts from the 8,000 objects on display. Learn more about the work of Rembrandt, 17th-century Dutch dollhouses, and Vermeer’s portrait of domesticity, The Milkmaid. The museum is also home to a vast 19th-century library, the largest public art history research library in the Netherlands.
Van Gogh Museum
After a break for lunch, enter the Van Gogh Museum to learn more about the man behind the famous sunflowers and self-portraits that are featured in galleries around the world. See The Potato Eaters and The Bedroom as well as objects from his studio. Walk through the world’s largest collection of Van Gogh’s works while learning about his life, from his days in Holland to his dramatic ending in France. Your guide will discuss that whole ear incident, too. Depending on whether the artwork is on loan or being restored, your tour may include Van Gogh's large collection of self portraits, early and obscure works, objects from his studio, Sunflowers, Yellow House, and Wheatfield with Crows. After five hours, your tour will conclude at the Van Gogh Museum.
Skip-The-Line PrivateMuseum Tour; Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You; Tour Includes All Entrance Fees; Duration 5 - 5.5 Hours (Including A Break); Wheelchair Friendly
"Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 8 Guests Maximum This option NOT FOR WHEELCHAIRS.
395 reviews
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Jay S,
May 9, 2025
- Viator
This tour includes various painters. Headsets given. Had to wait a bit for tour operator to obtain tickets. Meet at Cobra cafe.
Amy C,
Apr 1, 2025
- Viator
My college age daughter and I had a wonderful day with Diana! We started at the Rijksmuseum and enjoyed an informative progression of art that included the Middle Ages, the Renaissance, the Dutch Masters/Northern European art and the big hitters like "Night Watch" and the "Milkmaid." FYI "Night Watch" is undergoing a multi-year restoration so the painting is behind a glass wall. It was fascinating to see the art restorer working on it though! Diana also took us to see the fabulous library which I asked her if we could see. The museum is really beautiful as are the grounds around it and the tunnel passage and it wasn't too crowded so it made for a really nice morning. Diana is incredibly knowledgeable and shared so much information about the art, artists and history of the time. It was just so fascinating! We breaked for lunch and had time to sit and enjoy a meal at the Cobra Cafe which was where we met for the tour so that was really convenient. We then headed over to the Van Gogh Museum which was absolutely stunning-the layout and floorplan really highlight and compliment his art. Diana shared so much information about van Gogh's life and works-she really knows her stuff and seemlessly guided us through each stage of his life and career. We had time to take pictures at each museum and we never felt rushed. This tour is a great way to see the highlights of each museum in a condensed time frame and it is even better if Diana is your guide!!
Albert F,
Dec 29, 2024
- Viator
Guide Jo was very informative - almost too much so - she has a degree in Art History and brought it to life
LUIS B,
Nov 17, 2024
- Viator
The Museum are incredible and the guide Claire is a very profesional guide, she knows very fine history of arts.
Laura K,
Oct 30, 2024
- Viator
We loved both museums. Cecelia was an amazing guide who brought art and history to life. She was also very adept at securing us the best locations for viewing. I highly recommend this tour.
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