10 Literary, Art & Music Tours in Amsterdam That You Shouldn't Miss

On this 20-minute photo shoot tour, step back in time over 300 years and get yourself pictured as a Dutch Golden Age masterpiece. Go home with a lovely memory of your stay in Amsterdam. This tour offers you the opportunity to become the Dutch art you see. You get: 2 prints (10x15cm / 5.9x6.9in), original files by email and 1 enlargement (15x23cm / 6.9x9in).

Inclusions: Photo shoot by a professional photographer, Costumes and attributes, 2 prints (10x15cm), Email with original files (4mb), 1 enlargement (15x23)

Exclusions: Frame, Hotel pickup and drop-off

This private diamond engagement ring workshop is developed for couples who want to learn more about diamonds or are preparing for an engagement or anniversary. Buying an engagement ring is special by itself, but adding the experience of education and polishing a diamond by yourself will make it truly an unforgettable experience. A diamond is a physical manifestation of the feelings of love and affection the giver has for the new owner. To be able to go on a journey that starts millions of years ago and ends on the finger of your loved one, is a remarkable and beautiful experience.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Private tour, Glass of champagne, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: The listed price does not include a parking fee, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Learn the architectural style of Amsterdam's rich past and discover the highlights Hit the streets to enjoy this great cultural and architectural treasure of Europe Orientate yourself in Amsterdam with an expert local guide See Amsterdam’s most curious sites and neighborhoods

Inclusions: Professional guide, Local guide, Small group walking tour

Exclusions: Lunch, Transportation to/from attractions

On this amazing private experience, you'll get to know all about van Gogh: from the best stories of his life to his brilliant masterpieces. Hear secret stories and learn about new discoveries of his work. Bonus: don't wait in line with a skip-the-line ticket included!

Inclusions: Private local guide, Skip the line ticket

Exclusions: Hotel pick up, Food & beverages

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"

Inclusions: Skip-the-line entrance ticket to the Rijksmuseum, Live tour guide throughout the Rijksmuseum

Exclusions: Gratuities

Ticket for the Rijksmuseum is included. After the tour you can take your time and see the rest of the museum.  Discover Rembrandts Nachtwacht With a deep knowledge of the displayed art, the guide explains the stories behind the artists’ and their work in fluent English. And of course, what would a visit to the Rijksmuseum be without getting eye-to-eye with Rembrandt’s masterpiece – De Nachtwacht? Don’t worry, we will teach you how to pronounce it correctly! History of Holland More than just a tour of Dutch masterpieces, in this tour you will learn more about how the art fits into the historical context of the Netherlands. Your guide takes you through the museum to provide the stories behind the paintings that go much deeper than the descriptions on the wall. You’ll hear quirky stories about the artists, fun facts about their work, and how their work contributed to the Dutch cultural heritage. We will see the inside of a typical 17th century house, the beautiful library, famous white and blue pottery pieces, and even what naval battles looked like. The Building of the Rijksmuseum Not only the paintings will be discussed. Also the impressive, newly-renovated building itself gets a mention. After years of renovation, the Rijksmuseum has reopened in 2013 – a work of art in itself. In true Amsterdam style, cyclist can bike underneath the gates at the entrance. If you are lucky, you will also hear a free classical concert as you enter the building.

Inclusions: Food and drinks, Ticket for the Museum is included, you can stay longer after the tour. , Entry or admission fee, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Gratuities

In one day, see both of the world-class museums with a professional local guide. You can choose your start time, just email us after the booking is confirmed which time is best for you! Join your guide, an art historian, and firstly explore the for an in-depth look at the incredible collection of the Rijksmuseum. Your tour will focus on the collection from the 17th century, the Golden Age of Amsterdam. See Rembrandt, Frans Halls, 17th Century dolls-houses, ship models, and more. You will then enjoy a lunch (own expense) to get some energy for round two. After lunch, your guide will take you to The Van Gogh museum. Van Gogh is one of the most recognisable artists from the 20th Century, and his stunning works, full of colour and texture, changed the course of the visual arts forever. Learn about his life, his work, and the creative influences he drew from, such as the Impressionists, Pointillists, and Japanese Prints.

Inclusions: Admission into the Rijksmuseum , Admission into the Van Gogh Museum , Local Guide

Exclusions: Entrance into special exhibitions, Lunch, Tips (optional extra)

Experience the Amsterdam Light Festival on a beautiful electric saloon boat. For 1,5 hours we'll take you for an unforgettable private boat tour through along the amazing illuminated artworks. We welcome you on board with a glass Prosecco. Would you like some drinks and/or appetizers during the tour? No problem, we'll arrange it for you!

Inclusions: Private transportation, Alcoholic Beverages, All Fees and Taxes

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Book this exclusive Private Amsterdam Bike Tour and explore highlights and hidden gems by bike in Amsterdam. Your private guide will pick you up from your hotel and will take you to beautiful canal houses, drawbridges, street-art, old industrial zones and shipdocks. The true hidden gems of the city. We go by bike, maybe take a ferry and will have enough time to have a nice drink or a snack on the route. Based at your hotel we can visit the city center and other parts of the city. You will also visit the less touristy places of the city to see the hidden gems of Amsterdam. You don’t have to be an experienced cyclist, we will go over easy roads so you can get used to the Dutch bike and the traffic. We take care of the bicycle for you, we have bicycles for every size. We can also get tandems or a cargo bike if you want to join with your whole family. Hope to meet you soon at a bicycle :-)

Inclusions: Apple Pie together with your coffee, A nice coffee or tea, Private Guide, Instead of coffee or tea we can also choose a good beer., Use of bicycle

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Take our most popular private tour of Amsterdam’s best museums. Perfect for an introduction to Van Gogh and the artists of the Dutch Golden Age, this tour will take you on an artistic and historical journey through the 18th and 19th centuries. The 5 to 5.5-hour private guided museum combo tour includes entry to both museums so you can skip the line and learn about the museums’ collections with one of our engaging expert guides, whom you’ll have all to yourself.

Inclusions: Skip-The-Line Guided Combo Museum Tour, Tour Guide Exclusively For You (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option), Duration 5 - 5.5 Hours (Including A Break), Wheelchair Friendly (Does NOT apply if you choose "SAVE! BOOK SEMI-PRIVATE" option), All Entrance Fees

Exclusions: Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi), Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional), Temporary exhibitions NOT included