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Rijksmuseum Small-Group Guided Tour

Visitors viewing Vermeer's "The Milkmaid" at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam.
Rijksmuseum exterior in Amsterdam during a small group guided tour.
Visitors viewing 'The Night Watch' by Rembrandt at Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam.
Visitors viewing paintings during a small group tour at the Rijksmuseum.

Duration

2 hr - 2 hr 30 min

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4.5/5

(1,935)

John  Bush

John

Apr 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I really liked not having to deal with the ticketing, our guide handled all of that with the museum. Our guide, Kawiheh, was really great, and his English commentary was exceptional. He explained things about the paintings that I would never have noticed or appreciated. While we did not see every single thing in the museum, I feel like I got an excellent summary in the 2 hours of the tour. Everything was well organized and efficient. I would recommend this tour to anyone.
Nicholas Davison

Nicholas

Jul 2025
Verified booking
5/5
The guide was very knowledgeable and informative, and covered a good selection of items on display. The ticketing experience was good.
charles berman

Charles

May 2025
Verified booking
5/5
I was amazed by the knowledge and explanations of the guide Natalia....She made the entire experience come alive in a memorizing manner. Superb. We want to go back!
    • Skip the lines and enjoy a 2-hour small-group guided tour (max. 15 guests) of the Rijksmuseum, led by an expert guide.

    • Enjoy a more personal, interactive experience with a chance to ask questions in a small group.

    • Join a tour in English, French, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, or Dutch and hear your guide share the social and historical context behind the art.

    • After your 2-hour tour, you can continue exploring over 8,000 works on display for the rest of the day at your own pace.

    • Go beyond the classics and see artworks by women, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and BIPOC figures on a 2.5-hour private tour led by an art historian.

    • Skip-the-line entry to Rijksmuseum

    • 2-hour guided tour of Rijksmuseum

    • Access to all exhibitions

    • English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, or Spanish-speaking guide (as per option selected)

    • Small group of max. 15 people

    Additional paid upgrades:

    • 2.5-hour Hidden Gems private tour of Rijksmuseum for just your group

    • English-speaking art historian guide

    • Small group of max. 12 people

    • Food and drink

    • Tips and gratuities

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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    Guests from United States, Australia, United Kingdom and over 10 countries have loved this experience

    Nicholas Davison

    Nicholas

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    The guide was very knowledgeable and informative, and covered a good selection of items on display. The ticketing experience was good.
    María del Pilar Calvo López-Argüeta

    María

    Aug, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Beatiful!! Blanca is very profesional.
    Anne Sharmalee De Alwis

    Anne

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Aileen Bogert

    Aileen

    Jul, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
    Malin Ryding

    Malin

    Jun, 2025Verified booking

    5/5
  • Explore the Rijksmuseum’s Dutch Golden Age masterpieces on a 2-hour small-group guided tour with skip-the-line entry.

    Getting started

    Meet your guide 15 mins before the tour outside the starting point as mentioned on your ticket. Your guide will have your tickets ready and lead you straight to the museum’s fast-track entrance.

    What to expect

    Rijksmuseum

    Step inside the Rijksmuseum, home to over 8,000 works, and discover how artists like Rembrandt and Frans Hals captured the spirit of the Dutch Golden Age. Your expert guide will share the stories behind the art and the rise of the Dutch Republic’s vibrant middle class.

    Exploring with a guide

    Go on a 2-hour small-group guided tour in English, Italian, Dutch, German, French, or Spanish, ideal for those seeking deeper insight. Your expert guide will take you through the museum's galleries, providing rich context about the art, artists, and the cultural forces that shaped the Dutch Republic.

    Features:

    • Small-group tour: Enjoy a more intimate experience with a small group, allowing for easy interaction and personalized insights.

    • Skip-the-line entry: Bypass the long general admission queues and enter the museum quickly with fast-track access, so you can make the most of your visit.

    • Dutch Golden Age masterpieces: View the museum’s most iconic works, including Rembrandt’s The Night Watch, Vermeer’s The Milkmaid, lively scenes by Frans Hals, and genre paintings by Jan Steen that capture 17th-century Dutch life.

    • Gallery of Honour: Walk through the museum’s central gallery, lined with masterpieces that celebrate the spirit, wealth, and creativity of the Dutch Republic.

    • Life in the Dutch Republic: See intricately furnished dollhouses, symbolic still lifes, Delftware, furniture, and ship models that reveal the everyday life, taste, and maritime power of the era.

    Extras

    • Hidden Gems private tour: Upgrade to a 2.5-hour private tour just for your group of 12 and see masterpieces by women artists like Rachel Ruysch and Judith Leyster, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and BIPOC figures that are rarely seen on regular tours.

    After your guided tour, your ticket lets you continue exploring the museum’s galleries at your own pace for the rest of the day.

  • Rijksmuseum

    Monday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Tuesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Wednesday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Thursday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Friday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Saturday09:00am - 05:00pm
    Sunday09:00am - 05:00pm

    Stedelijk Museum

    Monday10:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Tuesday10:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Wednesday10:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Thursday10:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Friday10:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Saturday10:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:45pm
    Sunday10:00am - 06:00pmlast entry 05:45pm
  • What's not allowed

    • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

    • Flash photography is strictly prohibited at the venue.

    • Cash payment is not accepted at the museum's cafes and shops.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Please display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.

    • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Meeting point

    • Please check your final voucher for the meeting point details and specific instructions.

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