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Van Gogh Museum
Our guide Anita was amazing……This museum has been on my bucket list and having her as our guide made it amazing. Her knowlege and love for the art truly made it one of the best museum tours yet!
Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private Tour
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At a glance
- Duration
- 5h 30min
- Price from
- $306 / person
- Rating
- 5.0 / 5 · 442 reviews
- Languages
- EN
- Group
- Small group, up to 12
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation
- Meeting point
- Meet your guide outside the Cobra Cafe by the Toilet/Parking entrance on the north side of the building facing the Rijksmuseum. (between the bicycle lane and the Cobra Cafe)
- Confirmation
- Instant
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Description
The 5.5 hour semi-private 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.
Tour Options
Itinerary
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.
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.
Highlights
All Entrance Fees
Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 12 Guests Maximum
Duration 5.5 Hours (Including A Break)
Professional Tour Guide
Semi-Private Museum Tour (With Reserved Entry)
What's included
Included
All Entrance Fees
Semi-Private" Means Group Size Is Never More Than 12 Guests Maximum
Duration 5.5 Hours (Including A Break)
Professional Tour Guide
Semi-Private Museum Tour (With Reserved Entry)
Not included
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
Traveller Ratings
5.0
442 reviews
Important Information
- 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 12 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.
- 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!
Frequently asked questions
How long does Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private Tour take?
Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private Tour lasts about 5h 30min. The itinerary has 2 stops.
How much does Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private Tour cost?
Prices start at $306 per person for this Amsterdam experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There are 2 booking options, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
Can I cancel Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private Tour for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Meet your guide outside the Cobra Cafe by the Toilet/Parking entrance on the north side of the building facing the Rijksmuseum. (between the bicycle lane and the Cobra Cafe) . Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Van Gogh & Rijksmuseum w/ Reserved Entry Semi-Private Tour offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 12 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Reviews(442)
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Highly recommend
Very informative!! We felt like we knew Van Gogh & Rembrandt by the end of the tour! Our guide Victoria was the best!
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Tour the Dutch masters
Two fantastic museums with tour guide provided my wife and I with an ideal way to see the Dutch master. Our guide was fantastic with thorough knowledge of the museum, the artists and their place in history. The price seemed a bit steep once I saw other similar tours.
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Great tours!
Well done tours of other Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. Anna was great. Was well worth the time and money.
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A Must Do
Our tour with VICTORIA was first rate and she was exceptional and knowledgeable and provided great insight and information - you would think she was Vincent’s friend‼️‼️👍👍👏👏
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A memorable day!!
I had an amazing experience with Ana! It turned out my semi private tour turned into a private tour, which was absolutely amazing. Ana is so knowledgeable and so accommodating it made this part of my trip absolutely memorable!!
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Perspectives to Van Gough and art.
Our tour guide Anita was very knowledgeable and gave us many perspectives to understanding Van Gough’s approach to painting. I would highly recommend this tour even to the complete novice to art appreciation.
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A Great Way to Visit Must-See Museums
Cecile S. Is a great guide for these fabulous, must-see museums. She has an advanced degree in art history. She has a passion for sharing her knowledge, which comes through in her fascinating presentations. She is also quite respectful of the needs of all her attendees.
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Super tour
Wonderful experience our guide was fabulous, well informed and a pleasure to spend time with.
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A thrilling ride into history through art
We had a tour of the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh. It was a swmi private tour which turned private in the first half for us as there were no other attendees. Monique, our guide, was extremely passionate in showing us the beautiful art pieces in the Rijksmuseum and her stories and anecdotes were both informative and enthralling.. just like the art pieces. That passion carried on to the afternoon group which had 4 other people in the mix. And Monique's enthusiasm and stories carried us on a journey of Van Gogh's life and times and his art and mind beautifully. A very special shout out to Monique, who really turned a 5 hour trip into a fun, invigorating time leaving us asking for more at the end.
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