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See Rembrandt’s “Night Watch,” Vermeer, Van Gogh, and more on a highlights tour of the Rijksmuseum—with expert commentary and zero time wasted on tickets or planning.

Highlights

• See Rembrandt’s “Night Watch” during restoration
• Explore Dutch Golden Age masterpieces
• Discover rare Delftware and dollhouses
• Visit the museum’s soaring Grand Hall
• End with Van Gogh and 19th-century art

Description

Discover the most iconic artworks and hidden gems of the Rijksmuseum on a two-hour tour designed to help you see more, stress less, and leave with a deeper understanding of Dutch art and history. Start in the breathtaking Gallery of Honour, where your expert guide introduces you to legendary masterpieces by Vermeer, Frans Hals, and Rembrandt—whose “Night Watch” you’ll see mid-restoration. You’ll learn about the dramatic rise of the Dutch Republic through these celebrated works. Continue into the Anglo-Dutch Wars gallery to explore maritime power struggles that shaped Europe in the 17th century. Through paintings and historical objects, your guide reveals the surprising connections between commerce, war, and culture. Next, step into the Rijksmuseum Library—a soaring space often missed by visitors. Your guide will point out unique design details that reflect architect Pierre Cuypers' vision of national pride through art. From there, dive into daily life in the Dutch Golden Age. You’ll see meticulously crafted dollhouses that mirror the real interiors of elite 17th-century homes, followed by the famous blue-and-white Delftware that became a global icon of Dutch craftsmanship. Marvel at the Grand Hall, where gothic and renaissance influences collide in a cathedral-like space that showcases the museum’s most symbolic murals and architecture. Finish in the 19th-century galleries, where a haunting Van Gogh self-portrait and works by Monet and George Breitner trace the transition from traditional technique to bold modernism. Your guide ensures you won’t waste time navigating the vast collection—and helps bring the Rijksmuseum to life in a way that’s personal, vivid, and unforgettable.

Includes

Local English-speaking guide Expertly guided museum tour Entrance ticket for the Rijksmuseum Headset (when necessary)

Important Information

• Galleries and artwork visited during this tour are subject to closure and absences without prior notice. Your guide may need to modify to account for these events on the day of the tour.
• Unfortunately due to the nature of this tour it is not suitable for guests with mobility impairments or with wheelchairs, or strollers. This tour is in English. This is a walking tour. Guests should be able to walk at a moderate pace without difficulty.

Easy cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund