Van Gogh Museum Guided Tour: Intimate Group Experience with Reserved Entry
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816 Ratings
Amsterdam
Immerse yourself in the world of Vincent Van Gogh with our intimate guided tour of the Van Gogh Museum. Discover his life and works in the largest museum dedicated to this Dutch artist. Limited to small groups for a personalized experience.
Duration: 2 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Van Gogh Museum - You’ve heard about one of the world’s most famous painters, Vincent Van Gogh. But what do you really know about this Dutch artist? This tour will introduce you to the man behind the famous sunflowers and self-portraits that are featured in galleries around the world. See his work “The Potato Eaters” and “The Bedroom” as well as objects from his studio. Visit the world’s largest collection of Van Gogh’s works while learning about his troubled life from his days in Holland to his dramatic ending in France. And yes, we’ll discuss that whole ear incident.

Depending on whether the artwork is on loan or being restored, the following pieces of art may include Van Gogh’s large collection of self portraits, early and obscure works, objects from his studio, Sunflowers, Yellow House and Wheat Field with Crows.

What's Included
  • Maximum of 15 guests for group tours (option to upgrade to private)
  • Reserved entry to Van Gogh Museum included
  • Small-group intimacy with a limit of 8 guests on semi-private tours (option to upgrade to private)
  • All entrance fees are covered
  • Tour led by a professional guide
What's Not Included
  • Hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Temporary exhibitions
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

Join us for a 2.5 hour guided exploration of the Van Gogh Museum led by our lively guides. Get to know the life and art of Vincent Van Gogh, showcased in the biggest museum completely devoted to this Dutch artist. Our group tours are limited to a maximum of 8 visitants to provide individual attention. Entry fees are included in the package and your ticket will remain valid for the entire day, enabling you to continue your exploration independently post the tour.

  • It is imperative that you provide us with guests MOBILE PHONE NUMBER (including country code)
  • Minimum numbers apply. This tour will not run without a minimum of 2 guests to meet requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or full refund.
  • Notes: Van Gogh Museum may be subjected to occasional closures without previous warning from the museum management. When this occurs, we will provide guests with an appropriate alternative if the museum opening time is delayed more than 1h from the tour starting time. In these cases we are unable to provide refunds or discounts. Appropriate dress is required for entry into some sites on this tour. No large bags or suitcases are allowed inside the museum, only handbags or small thin bag packs are allowed through security. Due to increased security measures at many attractions some lines may form on tours with ‘Skip the Line’ or ‘No Wait’ access. Some specific rooms inside the museum are subjected to a very quiet or restricted right to speak inside, in this cases your guide will provide the information about this places before entering the specific rooms where this rule applies. Some collections may vary along the year.
Location
Cobra Café
Hobbemastraat
Meet your guide outside the Cobra Cafe by the Toilet/Parking entrance on the north side of the building facing the Rijksmuseum. (between the bicycle lane and the Cobra Cafe)
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Melissa
Apr 23, 2024
Van Gogh museum tour - The experience was exceptional from start to finish. Vera, our guide, was personable, knowledgeable, approachable and professional
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Gailv402
Apr 23, 2024
Great tour & knowledgable tour guide - Small/Semi-Private is the way to go! - Our tour guide Vera was excellent - knowledgeable and informative. She provided a good overview of Vincent's life and paintings, kept our small group moving & we covered a lot. Great tour and highly recommended. Particularly liked the small group - good value.
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Fabian_p
Apr 23, 2024
Excellent - Paola was a really great and passionate guide. She was super nice and had so much information. Definitely learned so much which helped enjoy my appreciation for Van Gogh’s art.
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Timothy
Apr 23, 2024
Outstanding Van Gogh Museum guide! - Our guide, Paola, was fantastic in every way: she was professional, well organized, enthusiastic, and extremely knowledgeable about Van Gogh and other artists and the times in which they lived. She also expressed interest in the individuals in our group and encouraged questions and participation - with kindness and empathy. We of course enjoyed the Van Gogh Museum on its own, but our time there was enhanced tremendously by Paola! We would highly recommend the experience, and in particular, Paola, to everyone.
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Terabarron
Apr 23, 2024
Excellent tour of the VanGoh!! - Paola was an excellent tour guide. She was very knowledgeable and provided a very enjoyable tour. Highly recommend a tour with her.
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G4696fmbenr
Apr 23, 2024
Solo Traveler - Couldn’t Recommend More - Hanneke was an incredible tour guide, such a passionate story teller who illuminated and personalized the story of Van Gough’s life. I went on this tour solo and was completely moved by both the art work and the accompanying guide. I would never have known what I learned on this tour if I had gone through the museum on my own. Absolutely worth the spend, especially if regular tickets are sold out! Note - be prepared for an emotional experience, especially if you have lost someone to suicide.
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Brookj428
Apr 22, 2024
The right tour guide makes for a wonderful day! - Fleur was an amazing tour guide. She was extremely knowledgeable yet incredibly humble and very friendly. Although the museum was very busy you never felt like you were rushed or pushed. She even encouraged us to get close and take pictures. She had amazing stores, answered all kinds of questions and seemed to be so happy to show us around.... like it was fun for her and not just a job!
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Roam35719020768
Apr 22, 2024
Delightful - Hanneke was an amazing tour guide and story teller. Made visiting the museum very interesting and worthwhile. Left the experience understanding better Van Gogh’s life and art. Would definitely take another tour with her.
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Szsinger
Apr 21, 2024
Let’s Go Van Gogh! - Tijs is a wonderful knowledgeable guide through a very crowded museum, moved us at a good pace but never hurried. Definitely would recommend. Thank you, Tijs!
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Q8872aytarac
Apr 15, 2024
enjoyable semi private tour experience - Our tour guide Hanneke V was amazing and very knowledgeable. She engaged my 6 & 7 year old for almost 2 hours. It was a great experience.
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