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Private Tour: The Best of Rijksmuseum, Rembrandt and Vermeer

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Overview

    Ticket for the Rijksmuseum is included. After the tour you can take your time and see the rest of the museum. 

    Discover Rembrandts Nachtwacht

    With a deep knowledge of the displayed art, the guide explains the stories behind the artists’ and their work in fluent English. And of course, what would a visit to the Rijksmuseum be without getting eye-to-eye with Rembrandt’s masterpiece – De Nachtwacht- Don’t worry, we will teach you how to pronounce it correctly!

    History of Holland

    More than just a tour of Dutch masterpieces, in this tour you will learn more about how the art fits into the historical context of the Netherlands. Your guide takes you through the museum to provide the stories behind the paintings that go much deeper than the descriptions on the wall.

    You’ll hear quirky stories about the artists, fun facts about their work, and how their work contributed to the Dutch cultural heritage. We will see the inside of a typical 17th century house, the beautiful library, famous white and blue pottery pieces, and even what naval battles looked like.

    The Building of the Rijksmuseum

    Not only the paintings will be discussed. Also the impressive, newly-renovated building itself gets a mention. After years of renovation, the Rijksmuseum has reopened in 2013 – a work of art in itself. In true Amsterdam style, cyclist can bike underneath the gates at the entrance. If you are lucky, you will also hear a free classical concert as you enter the building.

What's Included

  • Entry or admission fee
  • Ticket for the Museum is included, you can stay longer after the tour. 

What to Expect

    Rijksmuseum tickets included. Not just a tour of Dutch masterpieces. You’ll hear quirky stories about the artists & how their art contributed to Dutch cultural heritage. We will see Rembrandt’s masterpiece, De Nachtwacht & get up close to Vermeer's The Milkmaid. Discover works from Masters such as Frans Hals & Steen as you explore the impressive building & visit the beautiful library. The tour is available on two levels: **Highlights of the Museum** - Visit the museum in a fun & light way. Experience the most famous paintings without too many facts or jargon. **The Rijksmuseum In-Depth** - Explore the art & the museum in detail, hearing more about the history & techniques used to create some of the finest Dutch masterpieces. Let us know which version of the tour you would prefer when booking & we will arrange a tour to suit your request. From 29th Sept - 14th Jan, Boijmans Van Beuningen Exhibition tickets available From 16th Feb-9th June, Frans Hals Exhibition tickets available

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