IJ tours, things to do and tickets

Immerse yourself in the magic of Bruges, a UNESCO World Heritage site, on this full-day tour! Depart from Amsterdam Central Station (Ruijterkade 34A) by bus. In Bruges, a professional local guide will lead you through the charming historic center, showcasing its beautiful canals, cobbled streets, and stunning medieval architecture. Highlights include the Béguinage, Basilica of the Holy Blood, Sint-Salvator Cathedral, and the 12th-century Belfry of Bruges in the Market Square (famous for its Christmas market in winter). You'll also have free time to explore independently, shop for renowned Belgian chocolates, and sample local beers. This unforgettable tour, lasting approximately 12 hours (including travel), promises to enchant you. The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic conditions, roadworks, and other unforeseen circumstances.

Feel the pulse of Amsterdam’s Red Light District (De Wallen) and coffee shops on this private tour with a local guide. Explore the cobbled lanes of the famous area, plus Zeedijk Street and Chinatown, and see red-lit windows, sex shops, and erotic theaters. Your guide separates facts from fiction about the area’s past and the legalization of prostitution in 2000. - Hear the facts and fiction behind Amsterdam’s tolerant attitudes and laws - Learn about the Red Light District's colorful past and how prostitution came to be legalized. - Find out more about Amsterdam's coffee shop culture and upgrade to visit a coffeeshop with your guide. - Upgrade to visit the famous Erotic Museum and discover a huge collection of erotic objects and learn about the oldest profession in the world.

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. Each boat tour follows a different route, so not all sights are guaranteed to be seen every time. This way, every cruise offers a unique and surprising 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. 

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.

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.

This 2.5-hour semi-private (12 guest maximum) guided museum 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. Instead of blindly walking through the halls of Holland’s largest museum, let our guides share the stories behind each must-see work of art and artifact. With a maximum of 8 people in each group, we ensure a personal experience for each person.

Discover Stedelijk Museum – Amsterdam’s Premier Destination for Modern and Contemporary art, home to the Netherlands’ largest collection of modern and contemporary art and design. Your admission ticket grants access to both the beautifully renovated historic building and the striking modern wing—allowing you to explore the museum at your own pace. See renowned works by artists including Chagall, de Kooning, Picasso, Warhol, and leading 20th-century Dutch artists. Discover influential movements such as the Amsterdam School and the Bauhaus, as well as the next generation of modern and contemporary artists. Whether you're an art enthusiast or a first-time visitor, Stedelijk offers an inspiring look at the artistic movements that have shaped the modern & contemporary world. Until March 1st 2026: Freedom- Erwin Olaf- The first museum retrospective since his unexpected death two years ago- paying tribute to the versatile and multifaceted artist that he was! Included in entry ticket.

Tired of rushed sightseeing? This is your exclusive pass to a full day of tranquility in Giethoorn, the 'Venice of the North'! Your day begins at 10:00 AM in Amsterdam. Settle into our air-conditioned coach for a scenic journey through the picturesque Dutch countryside. For centuries, little has changed in Giethoorn, offering a rare, peaceful escape. Experience the authentic Dutch way of living with and on the water. This tour gives you the time you truly deserve. Your experience includes the signature cruise: you will glide silently past masterfully restored, thatched-roof farmhouses on your included 1-hour boat trip. You'll witness the iconic punters, gondolas, and flat-bottom boats—the heartbeat of this unique community. With generous time to explore, you can savor a leisurely lunch at a waterside café, browse local crafts, or simply find a quiet spot and watch the world float by.

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.