Rijksmuseum Guided Tour with a private local Dutch guide
At a glance
Rijksmuseum Guided Tour with a private local Dutch guide is a 2h private experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, operated by Artsy Tours. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 46 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $143.16 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Museum tickets, Cloakroom.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English, Dutch
- Pickup
- Meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
On this 2-hour private tour, a local Dutch art and history expert will guide you through the Rijksmuseum, the national museum of the Netherlands, home to priceless national treasures deeply valued by the Dutch. With her expertise, you'll explore the museum's highlights and gain a deeper understanding of both Dutch art and history. The tour focuses on the Dutch Masters of the Golden Age, including Rembrandt and Vermeer, while also delving into the artists who preceded them and the historical events that set the stage for their groundbreaking works.
What makes this tour unique? You’ll be guided by the very same expert featured in the reviews, ensuring a consistent, authentic, and insightful experience. Gain a deeper understanding of how and why the masterpieces were made, what they truly mean to the Dutch people and how they impacted the evolution of European art.
The experience is customizable—feel free to make special requests or ask to focus on specific works of art during your tour!
What's included
What's included
- Museum tickets
- Cloakroom
Not included
- Bottled water
Itinerary
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Stop 1 · 2h
1. Discussion of the Rijksmuseum building from the outside. Learn about the iconic building that houses the collection, the historical context in which it was built, and the vision of it's architect, Pierre Cuypers.
2. Museum entrance and cloakroom.
3. Introduction about the Rijksmuseum collection and itinerary of the tour.
4. Highlights of Dutch Renaissance painting and sculpture.
5. Historical artifacts relating to the the Protestant Reformation and Eighty Years War.
6. Historical artifacts relating to the most famous painting in the collection; Rembrandt's The Night Watch.
7. The Great Hall of the Rijksmuseum. Learn about the architect's vision and marvel at the craftsmanship of his team of artisans.
8. Rembrandt's paintings The Night Watch, The Standard Bearer, Self-portrait as the Apostle Paul, Syndics of the Draper's Guild, The Jewish Bride.
9. Vermeer's paintings The Milkmaid, The Love Letter, Woman Reading a Letter, The Little Street.
10. End tour.
Meeting point
In front of Cobra Cafe, Rijksmuseum side (between the bike lane and the cafe). Address: Hobbemastraat 18.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchairs are available on location but need to be reserved ahead of time
- Portable stools are available
- Young children must be seated in a stroller
- Anyone can participate
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Rijksmuseum Guided Tour with a private local Dutch guide take?
The experience lasts about 2h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $143.16 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Museum tickets; Cloakroom.
Where does it start?
In front of Cobra Cafe, Rijksmuseum side (between the bike lane and the cafe). Address: Hobbemastraat 18.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English, Dutch.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 46 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Amsterdam.
