Top Amsterdam Arts & Design

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.

Explore the hidden world of prostitution at the Red Light Secrets Museum in Amsterdam. Head inside the former brothel house, home to the world’s only museum dedicated to prostitution. Trace the history of Amsterdam’s red light district from the 1500s up to and beyond the legalization of prostitution in 2000; sit at a window where prostitutes once advertised their services; see a typical workroom, and learn the secrets of the world’s oldest profession through the real-life anecdotes of those involved.

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.

Bypass the lines at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and admire van Gogh’s works with your very own private guide. Gain priority access and explore the highlights of the museum, home to the world’s biggest Vincent van Gogh art collection. Let your guide introduce you to sublime masterpieces such as ‘Sunflowers,’ learn the significance of some lesser-known paintings, and see pieces by artists who influenced his style, such as Gauguin and Monet. A perfect introduction to the museum and the great artist’s life and work.

Relish the rich artistic heritage of Amsterdam on a private walking tour of sites associated with painting pioneer, Rembrandt van Rijn. With your guide, delve into the life and works of the influential artist. Discover the exhibits within the Rembrandt House Museum, the former residence in which many of his masterpieces were painted, and tour the iconic Rijksmuseum to see some of Rembrandt’s most celebrated paintings. Receive the undivided attention of your guide on this private tour, with an itinerary adapted to suit your interests.

Get a fascinating introduction to the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam on this 2 to 2.5-hour small-group tour, with skip-the-line access. Avoid the main lines with your professional guide, and discover the major works and interesting lesser-known pieces of this troubled, 19th-century Dutch artist. Gaze at the legendary ‘Sunflowers,’ see his last work completed before his death, and admire other masterpieces as your guide sheds light on the different periods of his work and the landscapes, locations and people that inspired him. An ideal first-time insight into the museum and van Gogh.

Get the inside scoop on famous Dutch painters without ever having to step foot in Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum. This Rembrandt and Van Gogh virtual experience lets you learn about the history of Rembrandt and Van Gogh from an art historian live from Paris. See work done by the artists and hear facts you may never have heard otherwise, even if you did take a trip to the Rijksmuseum.

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.

Immerse yourself in the opulent chambers and fabulous features of the Museum Willet-Holthuysen with an admission ticket to the famous cultural institution in Amsterdam. Explore the interior of the 17th-century canal house to discover impressive collections of classic art, antique furniture and sparkling silverware. Learn about the vibrant history of the Willet family, the former owners of the house, and explore the entertaining exhibits at your own pace with your unrestricted ticket.

Delve into the brilliant yet tormented history one of the most famous Dutch artists of all time with a private, 1.5-hour tour of the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam. Explore the collection chronologically with a professional art historian and educator, learning about the events that shaped Van Gogh’s life and inspired his groundbreaking work. Price is per group, based on a maximum of six people.

Get acquainted with the artistic masterworks inside Amsterdam's iconic Rijksmuseum on this guided tour that includes skip-the-line access. Sail past long lines outside of the museum with your priority-access pass and begin discovering the magnificent oeuvres displayed within. Delve into the history of Holland’s artistic heritage with your expert guide and see collections by world-famous painters like Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt during your enriching tour.  

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.

Sail past the long lines outside of the enriching Amsterdam Museum with a priority-access entrance ticket to one of the Dutch capital’s finest cultural institutions. Gain fascinating insight into the cultural, industrial and agricultural development of Amsterdam through a range of informative exhibits. Explore the museum at your own pace with your unlimited ticket, marvelling at exceptional permanent exhibits like Amsterdam DNA and the Little Orphanage.

In March 2017, two stolen Van Gogh paintings were returned to their rightful place in the Van Gogh Museum. To celebrate the reinstatement of ‘View of the Sea at Scheveningen and ‘Congregation Leaving the Reformed Church in Nuenen’, embark on a 9-hour Van Gogh walking tour including skip-the-line entry to the eponymous museum. Follow in the footsteps of the legendary artist as you explore Nuenen, home to the Vincentre Museum, and cruise along Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed Canal Ring. Small-group tour limited to eight art lovers.

It can be difficult to fully appreciate Van Gogh’s work on a self-led tour of Amsterdam’s dedicated museum. Enjoy skip-the-line access and gain intimate insight into the artist on a private tour of the Van Gogh Museum. Learn about his life, influences, and impact from your local guide, and choose a morning or afternoon tour to suit your schedule.

Discover the delights of Holland on a full-day small-group tour to Rotterdam, The Hague and Delft from Amsterdam. Admire the scenic Dutch countryside as you travel by luxury minivan to Rotterdam, a charming city replete with cutting-edge architecture and quaint waterways. After enjoying a lengthy Spido boat tour, head to the cultural town of Delft to see a selection of enchanting sights and delve into local Dutch traditions. Conclude at political powerhouse, The Hague, and see grand government buildings shrouded in history before returning to Amsterdam.

Bring home a photo memento from your Amsterdam vacation when you take part in this photoshoot with a professional photographer. Pick from some of the most famous Dutch paintings, and dress in costume to mimic the picture for your photo session. Walk away with two prints, one enlargement, and an email with your original photo files.

Visit Amsterdam’s Moco Museum in the Museumplein to admire an exciting range of modern contemporary art. Showcasing works by the art world’s pioneering rock stars, the museum offers tastes of differing artistic movements through exhibitions and guest curators. Highlights include exhibitions by the likes of Salvador Dalí and Banksy. Skip-the-line admission is included with your entrance ticket.

Gain intimate insight into the Netherlands’ artistic heritage on this private tour from Amsterdam, led by a professional art historian. Benefit from your guide’s insider knowledge to create a fully personalized itinerary and choose from a vast range of museums, galleries, and attractions across the region, such as the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague, or Keukenhof Gardens.

During your visit to Amsterdam’s amazing Ripley’s Believe It or Not, don’t waste time waiting in line. Instead, book your entrance ticket to the attraction in advance and glide past lines on the day you wish to visit. Inside the museum, you’ll discover a 23-foot (7-meter) tall Transformer, a shrunken head from the Amazon, and a real T-Rex skull. This tour is ideal for families and ensures a stress-free experience of one of Amsterdam’s most exciting attractions.

Experience the thrill of 11 shows, 500 years of history and the energy of a live performance all under one roof during an evening at the Amsterdam Dungeon. See the dark ages up close, learn about torture, disease and death, plus gain insight into the origins of the Grim Reaper on this truly memorable journey into darkness that’s perfect for the whole family.

Discover history, canals and landmark architecture in vibrant Amsterdam on this private 3-hour city walking tour. Accompanied by your own informative guide, stroll around the heart of the charming Dutch capital and see highlights such as Dam Square and the De Wallen red light district. Learn about Amsterdam’s World War II history, stop to see the Anne Frank House, and amble through the delightful 17th-century canal district. As you explore, gain insight into the city’s culture and history from your guide, and break for a refreshing drink along the way.

Be dazzled by glittering gems and one-of-a-kind treasures at the Diamond Museum Amsterdam! Follow the journey of the world’s most coveted stones from deep inside the earth to settings on royal crowns and valuable works of wearable art. Browse glittering, diamond-encrusted displays and learn about the long history of the diamond trade in the Netherlands. You can even watch professional stone polishers and goldsmiths at work creating modern, high-carat masterpieces. 

Snap a selfie with George Clooney, strike a pose with Kate Moss, rub shoulders with Barack Obama, and bow down to the Dutch royal family all in one day at Madame Tussauds Amsterdam. From A-listers to pop stars, royals to sports heroes, and even comic book characters, meet incredibly lifelike representations of your favorite celebrities at the Dutch outpost of the world-famous wax museum. An app and other interactive features put you right in the action and will leave visitors of all ages feeling starstruck.