Combo Rijksmuseum Tour options are the best way to save tickets and see more of Amsterdam in one day!
These tickets allow you to explore the Rijksmuseum and other popular museums in Amsterdam, as well as ride a scenic canal cruise.
You can get a Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise ticket, a Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Musuem ticket, and a Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt House Museum ticket.
Read further to discover the best option among the top three combined experiences!
1. Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise Tickets
The Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise tickets include a 75-minute Canal Cruise with an audio guide and skip-the-line access to the Rijksmuseum to see permanent exhibitions.
Begin your experience by hopping on the Canal Cruise and admiring the scenic sites that pass by for 75 minutes, and learn more about the canal’s history from a multilingual audio guide.
Enjoy snacking on popcorn, salted peanuts, chips, and the Dutch stroopwafel with a refreshing soda or alcoholic beverage of your choosing at the side.
Next, visit the Rijksmuseum and skip all entry queues. Admire the stunning paintings by Vermeer, Rembrandt, Jan Steen, and other famous Dutch artists from the Golden Era!
Before you finish your experience, don’t forget to see the unique Delftware cutlery, the famous Asian Pavillion, and the Netherlands’ oldest Cuyper’s Library at your own pace
- Admire the views from the UNESCO World Heritage Site Amsterdam canals!
- Enjoy a delicious treat box and refreshments on the canal cruise.
- Capture stunning pictures and admire the aesthetic scenery passing by.
- Skip all entry queues at the Rijksmuseum for a comfortable experience.
- Discover tragic and entertaining stories of Dutch history from the Rijksmuseum’s art collection.
- Marvel at paintings by Dutch artists, including Vermeer, Rembrandt, Jan Steen, and more.
The Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise tickets are available in two options with varying prices.
You can choose to add the snack box to the combo ticket. Here are the prices:
Price for Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise
Adult Ticket (99 years & younger): €38
Price for Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise with Snack Box
Adult Ticket (99 years & younger): €48
No cancellations and refunds are available on this activity.
- The reservation timing you choose when buying the ticket is for the Rijksmuseum time slot. You cannot enter the Musuem before or after the time slot.
- There is no fixed time slot to take the Canal Cruise. You can board the cruise from the docks at Heineken Experience or Hard Rock Cafe to begin your experience.
- You will receive ticket confirmation as soon as you pay the money.
- The City Canal Cruise is operational on all days from 10 am to 6 pm.
- The last cruise from Hard Rock Cafe departs at 6 pm, while the last cruise from Heineken Experience departs at 5.15 pm.
2. Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Tickets
The Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh tickets include a 5.5-hour guided tour of both Museums with fast pass entry access.
Begin your informational art tour at the Van Gogh Museum by skipping all entry queues and admiring famous paintings, including the Sunflowers and the Potato Eaters.
Discover how Vincent Van Gogh’s art was influenced by his mental health problems from a professional tour guide who will answer all your questions.
Next, enjoy quick entry to the Rijksmuseum and admire the top Galleries housing artworks from the Golden Dutch Era following your historian tour guide.
Finish your experience with more information than online research could provide, as you will discover details of the famous Night Watch painting, Vermeer’s Milkmaid, and more!
- Skip the entry lines at the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum.
- Discover the exciting history of Dutch art and lifestyle from a professional tour guide.
- Learn about the fun stories of renowned artists’ during the Dutch Golden Era.
The Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh tickets are available in two options, with different prices.
You can choose between a private tour and a small group guided tour option to explore these two Museums.
Prices for Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Musuem English Private Tour
- Adult Ticket (18 to 99 years): €1,017
- Child Ticket (10 to 17 years): €211
- Infant Ticket (Age 9 years & below): €169
Prices for Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum English Small Group Tour
- Adult Ticket (18 to 99 years): €243
- Child Ticket (10 to 17 years): €211
- Infant Ticket (Age 9 years & below): €169
You will get a 100% refund on your ticket if you cancel 24 hours before the booked time slot.
- This tour is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- All visitors must carry their passports and ID proof with them.
- Wear comfortable clothes and footwear when exploring.
- Large bags and suitcases are not allowed inside the Musuem.
- At least two guests are required for the semi-private tour to run. If the minimum number is not met the tour will be rescheduled or refunded.
- The tour required visitors who are used to a moderate amount of walking.
- Lunch breaks will be provided during visits to the two museums. (Lunch at your own expense)
- The tour is available as a private or semi-private tour of 8 maximum guests.
- Visitors must carry proof of valid photo ID.
- You can request a wheelchair-friendly tour experience.
3. Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt House Museum Tickets
The 5.5-hour Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt House Museum tour includes an English-guided tour, skip-the-line access to both Museums and a stroll of the Spiegelquarter.
Begin your informational tour at the Rijksmuseum and skip all entry queues to admire the 8,000 artwork collection from the Dutch Golden Era.
Follow your professional guide, who will tell you the fun historical tales of the Night Watch, the Battle of Waterloo, and other masterpieces!
Take a short lunch break before heading to the Spiegelquarter and admiring antiques and other valuables before seeing a stunning view of the Emperor Canal.
Finish your tour by visiting the Rembrandt House Musuem and skipping all lines to admire the artworks, office, and life history through the etchings of the most famous Dutch artist!
- Follow a professional English-speaking tour guide and get all your questions answered.
- Skip all entry queues for a comfortable experience at Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt Museum.
- Discover the history of Dutch art from the Golden Age in the Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt House Museum.
- Enjoy a stroll over the Emperor’s Canal and admire the Spiegelquarter of Amsterdam.
The Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt House Musuem tickets with skip-the-line access and a guided tour of both museums cost €239 for adults between 18 and 99 years.
Youth ages 10 to 17 years can join this combo experience for a discounted price of €190.
Kids 9 years and younger can also participate in this tour for a discounted price of €144!
You will receive a 100% refund if you cancel your experience 48 hours before your booked time slot.
- This tour only offers access to the permanent art collections in the Museums.
- The tour will continue in all weather conditions, so dress accordingly.
- It is not suitable for wheelchair users.
- Lunch is not provided on the tour.
FAQs
1. What kinds of Rijksmuseum combo tours are available?
You can get a Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise combo ticket, Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh combo ticket, or a Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt Musuem combo ticket.
2. What is the cost of a Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise combo ticket?
The Rijksmuseum and Canal Cruise tickets to explore the Rijksmuseum and ride a 75-minute Canal cruise costs €38 for visitors 99 years and younger.
3. Do I need to visit both the attractions of the Combo Tour in one day?
Yes, you must visit both the museums on the same day. However, if you choose the Canal Cruise combo ticket, you can take the cruise on any day after visiting the Musuem between 10 am and 6 pm.
4. Do these combo tickets come with skip-the-line entry access?
Yes, all the combo tickets come with skip-the-line fast pass entry to the Rijksmuseum and the other option.
5. What is the cost of the ticket to visit the Van Gogh and Rijksmuseum?
The Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum small group tour costs €243 for visitors 18 to 99 years old. Youths 10 to 17 years old can visit for a discounted price of €211, while kids below 10 years old can visit for a price of €169.
6. Are private tour options available in these combo tickets?
You can choose a private tour experience on the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum ticket.
7. Does the Combo tour provide transportation between both attractions?
No, the tours do not provide transportation facilities between both attractions. However, since all the attractions are less than a 10-minute walk from each other, it is easy to get there on foot.
8. Will lunch be provided during the break between visiting both attractions?
No lunch will be provided during the lunch break given. You can purchase a ticket with a snack box for the Canal Cruise combo ticket.
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