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Self-Guided Audio Tour of Rembrandt’s Amsterdam

Discover Amsterdam's golden age through the eyes of Rembrandt on a self-guided audio tour, at your own pace, stepping into the artist's world.

Step back in time with a self-guided English audio tour as you trace the footsteps of Rembrandt, absorbing the essence of the Dutch Golden Age.

Start by traversing through the Red-Light district, where you'll encounter the city's oldest church, a key facet of Rembrandt's life.

Make your way to the Waag building, the backdrop for Rembrandt's ‘The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp’ and the canal houses of Rembrandt's affluent clients.

Marvel at the sky-blue barrel vault at the Zuidekerk, and the 19th-century Blue Bridge that crosses the Amstel River.

Did you know? The very house Rembrandt was forced to sell due to bankruptcy is now the Rembrandthuis Museum, the last stop of your tour, offering a glimpse into his life and works.

1.5-hour tour of Rembrandt’s Amsterdam

Self-guided audio tour for your smartphone (Android & iOS) in English

Instructions & secure promo code to access the tour (sent to your email)

Offline tour with an offline interactive map to avoid roaming charges

Entry to attractions

Live guide

Smartphones or headphones

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Stepping into Rembrandt's World

Step into the world of Rembrandt Van Rijn, one of the greatest artists of all time, on this tour. Begin your experience at the bustling Dam Square, the nerve center of the Dutch Golden Age. From here, your audio guide, available on your smartphone, leads you through the winding streets and canals of Amsterdam, each historically enriched corner narrating tales of times long gone. Traverse towards the Red-Light district, to behold the city's oldest church, a pivotal landmark in Rembrandt’s life. A little-known fact, this very church was the model for many of Rembrandt’s etchings!

Artistic Journey Through Amsterdam

Continue to the Waag building, the backdrop for ‘The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp’, a Rembrandt masterpiece, that pivoted the artist's career owing to its unusual depiction of an autopsy. You'll visit canal houses like Trippenhuis and Jan Six's house, monuments to the prosperity of the Dutch Golden Age, that also doubled as residences for Rembrandt's affluent clientele. Marvel at the stunning Zuidekerk and the whimsical Blue Bridge, both sources of inspiration for Rembrandt’s art, before concluding your tour at the Rembrandthuis Museum. The museum is an authentic experience, immersing you in the artist's world, where he lived and created his masterpieces for 20 years.

Important Information

Please note that you must have an Android or iOS phone and make sure you have enough storage space (required size for the app & tour: 100-150 MB),

An Android (version 5.0 and later) or iOS (version 15.0 and later) smartphone is required. The audio tour is not compatible with Windows Phones, iPhone 6/6 Plus or older, iPod Touch 6th generation or older, iPad 4th generation or older, iPad Air 1st generation, iPad Mini 3rd generation or older.

Internet access might be unavailable & mobile signal may be weak so please follow the email instructions to access and download your audio tour on your smartphone, prior to your visit. Then, go offline and avoid extra roaming charges.

Ensure that your smartphone is fully charged prior to your visit.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

Meeting Point

Start your tour at Dam Square.

Address: Dam, 1012 NP Amsterdam, Netherlands.

Landmark: In front of the Royal Palace of Amsterdam.

Get Directions to the Meeting Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Dam. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board buses N82, N83, N85, and more to get you there.

By Tram

The closest tram stop is Dam. It is a quick 1-minute walk to the meeting point.

Board trams #4, 1#4 or #24 to get you there.

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