Rijksmuseum Private Tour
See the highlights of the dutch masters - Rijksmuseum tickets included
Discover Dutch art and culture and see the best of the Dutch Masters
Immerse yourself in Dutch art and culture as you explore the Rijksmuseum building and the Gallery of Honour with your private guide. You will have the opportunity to marvel at the finest masterpieces from the Dutch Golden Age. And your guide will share interesting insights and stories about the various works of art.
As the name suggests, the Gallery of Honour showcases the best of the best from the Rijksmuseum’s collection. You’ll see works by famous 17th-century painters such as Rembrandt, Frans Hals, and Vermeer.
One of the highlights of the Rijksmuseum Private Tour is the iconic Night Watch, Rembrandt’s largest and most famous painting.
Tour Highlights
- Explore the remarkable collection of Dutch Golden Age masterpieces
- Admire and appreciate the iconic Rijksmuseum building
- See Rembrandt’s famous Night Watch up close
- Benefit from your private guide’s insight and expertise
- Rijksmuseum entrance tickets are included
Practical details
- Duration: 2 hours
- Group size: max. 8 people per tour guide
- Included: Rijksmuseum tickets, 1 full day entrance
- Location: Rijksmuseum
- Languages: English or Dutch ( French, German, and Spanish available on request)
- Availability: 7 days per week, from 09:30 to 15:00
- FAQ
Customization options
Since this is a private tour, there are various customization options available.
Duration: If you would like to see more of the Rijksmuseum collection, the tour can be extended by additional 30-minute periods.
Cancellation policy
Cancellation is free of charge and refundable when you cancel at least 1 week before the tour date.
Rijksmuseum tickets, however, are non-refundable.
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I had the greatest time during my tour this past Sunday. Lots of good local food with a great guide. Each place has been picked carefully and represents different aspects of the city’s food universe, from the classic apple pie to Indonesian-inspired dish. Being in Amsterdam for a full week, I went back to many of the places. I recommend 100%!
We had such a wonderful time with Thijs on the Grand Dutch Food & History Tour! I expected good things, since Rick Steves gave Amsterdam Food Tours high marks in his Amsterdam travel book, but the tour exceeded expectations. It did not feel like a tour but having a lovely walk around the city with a friend, who knew all of the good spots to visit and enjoy fantastic food, beverages and experiences. As a bonus, we learned a great deal about the city and its history along the way. I would recommend the tour to everyone and when we visit Amsterdam again in the future, we will look to Amsterdam Food Tours to make the trip memorable.
We had an excellent Sunday tour with Thijs, and would highly recommend it to anyone visiting. We were only in the city for a couple days, so having this tour was the perfect combination of exploring a neighborhood, learning some history of the city, and trying lots of different types of foods (I will be thinking about the sandwich for a long time to come). Can’t think of a better introduction to Dutch cuisine, and only regret we aren’t here long enough to go back and try full meals at every place we stopped.
If you’re looking to experience the real Amsterdam beyond the usual tourist spots, this tour is absolutely perfect. It offers a fantastic journey through hidden corners, unique places, and special tastings that you wouldn’t come across on your own. The guide is empathetic and highly engaged, making the whole experience incredibly enjoyable and well worth every cent. For those who wish to explore Amsterdam through its food and culture, this tour is a golden opportunity.
We had a really great time on our Grand Dutch Food & History tour. Rudolph was an excellent guide – very knowledgeable, entertaining and also very humorous. The food and wine selection was very good and we learned a lot about Amsterdam, its history and its food culture. We would highly recommend the tour.
Enjoyable tour! So much valuable information shared with the group. All the food was delicious. Definitely recommend this food tour!
Just finished a tour with our excellent guide – David. He was informative and knowledgeable about the history as well as the food. His time management was good – we never felt rushed and yet we got to all the places. He was very comfortable to be with and answered all our questions. We got a true sense of the Dutch culture. And all the stops served up yummy food. We will not be needing to eat dinner tonight. Would absolutely recommend.
Jan did a great job providing a thorough and detailed history of Amsterdam as well as showcasing highlights of boutique dutch cheese, wine, and the delicious apple pie! I am thrilled with his genuine enthusiasm and would be glad to have Jan again as my tour guide, share a good meal and conversation. Highly recommended! (tour during mid August 2025)
Marc gave an amazing tour today, the excellent choice of stops gave a wonderful glimpse into Amsterdam life and history. From traditional apple cake, meats, cheeses, wines to Indonesian satay all wrapped in engaging stories and information about this beautiful city. Marc and the wonderful local businesses earned every one of the 5 stars!
Caroline was exceptional! Very knowledgeable and moved us through the experience at a good pace. Enjoyed the tour very much!
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