Rijksmuseum Tours and Tickets

On this 1 hour Luxury Classic River Boat Cruise, you will explore the city, its famous landmarks, culture, and rich trading history whilst relaxing with a drink in your hand. During the cruise, our skipper will take you through many highlights our city has to offer. The cruise is live guided, so expect an interactive tour, with enough space for questions and any needed recommendations for your further stay in Amsterdam. All tours are in ENGLISH.

The best way of seeing historical Amsterdam is from the water. Join us on our 1 hour canal tour on our 100% electric, luxury boats. Enjoy all the beauty that Amsterdam has to offer while enjoying a drink. All our boats have a bar on board where drinks can be bought. During the tour our crew will tell you about the history of Amsterdam and the sights you pass. During summer, when the weather is mainly sunny and dry, the tour will take place on one of our luxurious open boats. On the other hand, if it happens to be rainy or cold on the canals, we will be very happy to host the tour on one of our beautiful and warm saloon boats. In order to ensure you a spot on the boat, we advise you to book your ticket online in advanced.

Not suitable for hen or stag parties or any other drinking parties. History tour! -- Beware! There are 2 departure locations! Be sure you go to the right one! -- Rijksmuseum and Central Station! Two different starting locations! -- With a fun group (max 24) we will go on the most relaxing, fun family and friends open boat ride during summer through the canals of Amsterdam. But not just any boat ride. You will be introduced with typical dutch bites and bits, drinks, stories, history and humor. You will get to know the rich history of Amsterdam and so much more. . And you will also meet with guests from all over the world who all speak English. So not only get to know Holland but also France, India, Spain, Andorra, Italy , US and so much more while your at it. And because my friends and I are your host for the whole tour, we will entertain you with amazing facts, funny and exciting stories. I only have open boats for so on beautiful days you have an amazing views.

We are proud to be Amsterdam's smallest bike tour company! We work with a maximum of 12 participants (usually less!) per tour group to ensure you a personal and high quality tour. This three hour bike tour focuses on Amsterdam's undiscovered area's and the city's hidden gems. We will meet each other at our office in Amsterdam's city centre to pick up our first class bikes. You will discover secret courtyards, hidden churches and off-the-beaten path neighborhoods. While crossing canals and cruising through parks you will learn about Amsterdam fascinating history as well as the current city life of Amsterdammers.  Hop on and we'll bike the extra mile!

During this 120-minute art tour, through the permanent collection in the Rijksmuseum, you will explore how the artists Rembrandt and Frans Hals captured the incredible expansion of the Dutch Golden Age. See the people, the objects, and the paintings that define this unprecedented era of Dutch history, and explore how the art reflects the changing values and beliefs of the republic. We meet at the Cobra Cafe at Museumplein. Your tour guide carries your entrance ticket to the museum. Right at the starting time of the tour, the guide will move towards the Rijksmuseum, and enter with the group. People who are late will loose their ticket at that very moment, as the museum works with strict timeslots. After the 2-hour guided tour inside the Rijksmuseum, you can stay as long as you wish, and relax at the cafe or appreciate the work of arts.

Combine a trip to the world-famous Van Gogh Museum with a spectacular one-hour cruise through the historic canal district! Enjoy passing the long line at the entrance to the Van Gogh Museum and fast-track access with your canal cruise. Even better, you'll enjoy a discount when you buy these tickets in this way compared to booking them separately. Under 18 year old will need to purchase a separate ticket at the museum website and for the cruise

This 2.5 hour exclusive guided tour of the Rijksmuseum will take you through a selection of it’s most important pieces, putting them into context for even the most amateur art lover. Your guide will share the stories behind each must-see work of art and artifact. p the line and return later if you want to explore further on your own.

​Hop On Hop Off Tour Amsterdam is the best way to explore the city. Hop on the iconic red buses whenever and wherever you want and enjoy unlimited canal cruises through the historic canal district! Choose what fits your schedule: 24h or 48h hopping on and of the bus, boat, a bus-boat combination or a bus combination with LOVERS Canal Cruises! The routes of the Hop On Hop Off Tour Amsterdam are designed to cover all major points of interest. Enjoy the flexibility and follow your own program of this unique sightseeing experience. By combining our Amsterdam Sightseeing bus with a 1-hour LOVERS canal cruise, you will learn all about the Dutch capital. Since its inception in the 1950s, LOVERS Canal Cruises has become synonymous with the very best in Amsterdam cruising. To make it even more convenient our bus has a stop at the departure point of the canal boat, so you can hop off the bus and onto the boat!

Join us on one of our TripAdvisor top-rated and award-winning canal tours and experience Amsterdam's canals on our 100% electric boats. We have small open boats that allow guests to enjoy the full experience. With our 1-hour evening canal cruise in Amsterdam, you will discover the city's most famous sights and rich history while relaxing on our luxury boat. At night, the lights on the bridges cast a beautiful glow over the canals, making you feel like you are sailing through a fairy tale. The cruise is with a small group of people, so expect an interactive tour and there is plenty of room for questions and recommendations during the cruise. Our cruise is a great alternative to the traditional canal boats your grandmother probably recommended.

Step aboard a glass-topped sightseeing boat with this 1-hour Amsterdam canal cruise, and see the city sights by water. Then, cruise along the city’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed canals to see the "skinny bridge" of Magere Brug, the affluent Golden Bend district, the Anne Frank House and more, as you learn about Amsterdam’s history from an audio guide. Boats depart at frequent intervals from morning till mid-evening.

Leave the bustle of the city behind on a 3.5 to 4-hour countryside bike tour from Amsterdam. Take a leisurely ride through the Vondelpark along the banks of the Amstel River, explore the Dutch polders and Amsterdamse Bos (forest) while you hear about local history and rural Dutch traditions, and admire the scenery of the city’s green spaces. Half of the tour is spent riding along the Amstel River beyond the edge of town and through the polder landscape with its rectilinear ditches and dikes. We’ll show you one of the few remaining authentic windmills and we will visit a crazy and eccentric Dutch farmer at his cheese farm and clog factory.  At the farm, they will demonstrate the traditional art of making wooden shoes and the famous Gouda cheese. Afterwards, you’ll be able to have a look around in their gift shop and taste some free samples of authentic Dutch cheese. We will bike back to the city alongside the Amstel River and go under the Rijksmuseum before the end of the tour.

We depart from the Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House or Amsterdam Central Station and sail through a beautiful area that was created by the Dutch in the 18th century. From here we will discover old Amsterdam and the beauty of the canals. The view from our 100% electrical luxury boats is amazing and a must when visiting Amsterdam. Sit back and relax on our boats and let our skipper and hostess guide you through the small canals where all large boats can't come. Relax with a drink (own expense) and enjoy the best tour of the city!

After introductions with your guide, set off to explore Amsterdam like the locals do: by bike! With around 250 miles (400 km) of bike lanes and paths traversing the flat urban terrain, Amsterdam is a cyclist's dream. But be careful, you need to be a skilled cyclist to survive the Amsterdam traffic! We will lead you to well-known local landmarks and lesser-known attractions. No one tour will be the same; each individual guide tailors the route to best show off their local knowledge. You might go over the Museum Square, home to three of the city’s major museums including the Van Gogh Museum, then cruise onward to the bustling Dam Square to admire views of the classical Royal Palace or get lost in the old Jordaan Neighbourhood. Hear about the liberal drug and prostitution laws that govern the city, and let your guide point out interesting venues and nightclubs. If you have some experience on the bike, this is the best way to get a feeling of Amsterdam's cycling culture.

Climb aboard a canal boat to experience Amsterdam at its most beautiful - when the sun goes down and the city lights are switched on. Amsterdam is best viewed from the water and during this 90-minute canal cruise, you'll understand why. It offers you the best views of the historic city center that is illuminated by thousands of twinkling lights. Discover the city's top highlights, iconic bridges and the 17th-century buildings lining the canals. You'll come across new architecture and bridges, showing a historical city that is rooted in history but continues to develop and change. While you're enjoying the views that pass you by, you'll listen to an audio guide (available in 20 languages) that tells you everything you need to know about Amsterdam; the stories, legends and historical facts. You can buy drinks and snacks in the ticket office before your boarding!

Two of the best things in Amsterdam combined! A visit to the Heineken Experience and a fun boat trip through the famous canals are essential to the complete Amsterdam experience.

The 5.5 hour semi-private (8 guest maximum) 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. 

Amsterdam is best viewed from the water and during this 75-minute canal cruise, you'll experience the best of the historic city center. Discover the city's top highlights, iconic bridges and the 17th-century buildings lining the canals. You'll come across new architecture and bridges, showing a historical city that is rooted in history but continues to develop and change. You can listen to the audio guide that is available in 20 languages. Free earphones are provided. On a 1.5-hour self-guided tour you’ll learn about the company’s heritage, the beer brewing process, Heineken’s innovations, and about what it takes to serve a world-famous beer. Find out the four natural ingredients that make this beer, and discover the brand’s sponsorship activities with Formula 1, the UEFA Champions League and the Rugby World Cup. And sure enough, at the end of the tour you can raise your glass with new friends. Please note that Heineken Experience is only for guests 18 years and older!

Take our most popular private tour of Amsterdam’s best museums. Perfect for an introduction to Van Gogh and the artists of the Dutch Golden Age, this tour will take you on an artistic and historical journey through the 18th and 19th centuries. The 5.5-hour Exclusive guided museum combo tour includes entry to both museums so you can skip the line and learn about the museums’ collections with one of our engaging expert guides, whom you’ll have all to yourself.

The number one attraction in Amsterdam and a must do for a first time visitor of our beautiful capital! Amsterdam is best viewed from the water and during this 75-minute canal cruise, you'll understand why. You'll experience the best of the historic city center. Discover the city's top highlights, iconic bridges and the 17th-century buildings lining the canals. You'll come across new architecture and bridges, showing a historical city that is rooted in history but continues to develop and change. While you're enjoying the views that pass you by, you'll listen to an audio guide (available in 20 languages) that tells you everything you need to know about Amsterdam; the stories, legends and historical facts. You can buy snacks and drinks in the ticket office prior boarding or a dd a snackbox to your booking! Did you bring the kids? Great! Let them be a 'Fresh water pirate' with the special kids audio commentary including a free goodie bag to enjoy themselves while on board.

Your adventure begins at the Rijksmuseum, where you'll beat the crowds and delve into Amsterdam's golden age of creativity. Explore world-renowned artworks by Dutch masters like Rembrandt and Vermeer, and be among the first to witness the iconic Night Watch painting, the crown jewel of the museum, without the usual hustle and bustle. Next, uncover another gem of Amsterdam: the Van Gogh Museum. Once overlooked, today his pieces are considered some of the most important creations ever made. With the guidance of an expert, immerse yourself in Van Gogh's life and artistic genius, gaining incredible insights along the way. Having immersed yourself in the world of art with guided tours at both museums, it's time to take to the water and witness Amsterdam from a unique perspective. Hop aboard a canal boat and embark on a picturesque voyage through the city's charming waterways. Admire the lively atmosphere of the canals with beautiful architecture lining the banks and cyclists whizzing by.

Whenever you want to see our beautiful city, you of course want to do it in the most relaxing way. Our boats are the best way to go. We have a spacious open boat with a fully electric engine, so no annoying engine noises. The seats are from the best and most comfortable cushions. And the really nice comfy pillows make you feel like a real prince cruising through the canals. In winter time we use a closed heated boat. And we don't believe in audio tours, they are not personal. That is why we have trained our guides to tell you the most amazing stories of the canals, which normally only the locals know. You'll get a real sense of the city and its secrets. And besides that we have a fully equipped bar, where you can choose from a wide variety of beverages. From soda's like Coca Cola, Fanta and Sprite to Strawberry mojuito's. A real treat. Beware, this tour is not done by me but by amazing friends of Flagship. If you want to have a Captain Jack tour, please book the All Inclusive

The best private canal tour on the famous canals of Amsterdam! This private cruise has a duration of 1,5 hours and includes a local skipper/guide and an unlimited selection of beer, wines and soda's. The luxurious boat will be equipped with pillows, blankets, and in case of rain it will have a rooftop. During the cruise we will pass along some of the most famous landmarks that the city has to offer, such as the romantic Skinny Bridge, the impressive Herengracht and the Amstel River. The departure point of the cruise is Oosterdokskade 8, just a 5 minute walk from the Central Station of Amsterdam.

Enjoy this 2-2.5 hours (depends on the break) Segway Tour around the inner city of Amsterdam. You will see the highlights of Amsterdam like the Jordaan, the Museum square, the Dam square, The Waag, The Rijksmuseum, the Amstel River with the Magere Brug, the Rembrandt House, the city-gate near the old Harbour, Chinatown.

Amsterdam is best viewed from the water and during this 75-minute canal cruise, you'll experience the best of the historic city center. Discover the city's top highlights, iconic bridges and the 17th-century buildings lining the canals. You'll come across new architecture and bridges, showing a historical city that is rooted in history but continues to develop and change. Discover 800 years of Dutch art and history through 8,000 objects in 80 galleries and see world-famous masterpieces by Dutch masters like Vermeer, Rembrandt, Frans Hals and Jan Steen in the Gallery of Honour or admire The Rijksmuseum’s expansive, evocative collection that also includes Delftware, sculptures, archaeological artifacts, clothing, Asian art, prints, items from Dutch maritime history, and many other culturally significant objects, all combining to vividly retell Dutch history within a global context.