Rijksmuseum Guided Tour & Canal Cruise
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1.3h
15 max
Why take this tour?
Step into the Dutch Golden Age on a guided Rijksmuseum tour. With a passionate local expert, uncover the stories, symbols, and hidden details behind Rembrandt’s Night Watch and Vermeer’s Milkmaid, plus other must-see highlights. Elevate your day with an optional canal cruise, gliding through Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed waterways for a dreamy, postcard-perfect perspective of the city. Hear fascinating anecdotes, learn how Amsterdam shaped art and trade, and get tips for what to see next afterward.
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€45
Free 24h cancellation
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Highlights
Reserved access to the Rijksmuseum and Guided tour with an art-history specialist
Amsterdam’s UNESCO canal boat cruise
Private or Shared Tour
Drinks and bites upon request
Site Visited
Tour Includes
National Rijksmuseum in the ancient 19th century majestic building
Canal Ring — cruise through Amsterdam Canals for a view of the entire city
Entry ticket (your tour guide will have your tickets)
Reserved entry and fully-guided tour of the Van Gogh Museum
Optional Private or Shared Canal Cruise
The Dutch Golden Age
Discover the Dutch Golden Age with a guided Rijksmuseum tour, where you will experience masterpieces by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Van Gogh. Enhance your experience with an optional canal cruise through Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed waterways.
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5.0
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Ratings summary by category
Canal Cruise
5/5
Latest reviews
Excellent
Martina was a terrific guide. Very knowledgeable and responsive. She explained thoroughly explained interesting facts about the art and the artist.
Verified booking - Andrew, United Kingdom - December 2025
Excellent
We felt like VIPs on the small boat cruise! Maksym was a great captain.
Verified booking - Lisa, USA - April 21st, 2026
Excellent
Our guide was Kawika and he was amazing! We would’ve never managed to explore the entire museum without him in such a short time and taking in all the beautiful art.
Verified booking - Genea, Italy - September 13th, 2025
Please arrive 15 minutes prior to the start of your tour, your guide will be holding a blue bag with an Eva Blue logo. This tour meets right in front of the museum by the Cobra Café, Hobbemastraat 18.. Your guide will be waiting in front of the café.
FAQs
I have received tickets via email from a Tour Operator (Viator, Get Your Guide etc.), should I enter with these tickets?
No, these are not your entry tickets. Please report at the tour meeting point. You will enter with your tour guide.
How long is the tour? Can I stay longer?
The tour is generally 1 hour and 30 minutes. You are welcome to wander around on your own after that time.
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