Skip the lines and get to the heart of Amsterdam’s art scene with Babylon Tours Amsterdam’s semi-private guided combo of the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. Learn the stories behind masterpieces and experience these iconic museums beyond the crowds.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
2–3 hours
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels; primarily walking and standing inside museums with regular breaks
Wildlife
History
The Rijksmuseum, opened in 1885, showcases centuries of Dutch art and history, while the Van Gogh Museum holds the world’s largest collection of the artist’s work, highlighting his influence on modern art.
Conservation
Both museums prioritize sustainable visitor management, including strict climate control to preserve artworks and encouraging visitors to use public transportation to reduce environmental impact.
Babylon Tours Amsterdam
Skip the lines and get to the heart of Amsterdam’s art scene with Babylon Tours Amsterdam’s semi-private guided combo of the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum. Learn the stories behind masterpieces and experience these iconic museums beyond the crowds.
Babylon Tours Amsterdam is a guided-tour operator based in Amsterdam, North Holland, offering private and semi-private walking tours that focus on the city's history, art, and cultural highlights. The company provides a range of experiences from 2.5-hour city center history walks to 5–5.5-hour combo tours that include skip-the-line access to major museums.
Tours are led by professional guides who deliver narrated walks through Amsterdam’s canals, courtyards, and historic neighborhoods. Key offerings include specialized Rembrandt tours that visit Rembrandt’s House and cultural routes that begin at the Rijksmuseum. Languages listed for available tours include Dutch, English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, and French, reflecting the multilingual options in the published trip list.
Select experiences feature skip-the-line access at the Rijksmuseum and guided visits to Rembrandt’s House, combining museum highlights with walking itineraries across the Spiegelquarter and city center. Tour durations documented in the trip descriptions range from 2.5 hours for focused walking tours to approximately 5–5.5 hours for combined museum-plus-walking experiences.
Babylon Tours Amsterdam presents each itinerary as private or small-group formats, with semi-private options noted for some combo tours. The operator’s published offerings emphasize historical context, curated route planning, and guided insight into Amsterdam’s Golden Age, architecture, and iconic canal layout.
Visitors can select tours by language and itinerary type, choosing from history-focused walks, Rembrandt-centered excursions, and combined Rijksmuseum plus walking tour packages.
Tours Offered
11 tours
Private and semi-private options
Duration Range
2.5–5.5 hrs
From short walks to combo tours
Languages
6 languages
Dutch, English, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, French
Skip-the-line
Available on select tours
Included with Rijksmuseum & Rembrandt tours
Reserve a guided walking tour or skip-the-line Rijksmuseum combo to secure a tailored Amsterdam experience with multilingual guides.
Book Early for Best Availability
These tours are popular and often booked weeks in advance; reserving early guarantees your preferred date and time.
Arrive Comfortable and Ready
Museums cover a lot of ground; wear comfortable footwear and prepare for walking and standing during the 2-3 hour tour.
Bring a Refillable Water Bottle
Staying hydrated helps maintain focus and energy, especially in busy indoor spaces during peak tourist seasons.
Use Public Transport to Museumplein
Parking is limited—take trams or bikes to reach the museum district quickly and avoid congestion.
Comfortable walking shoes
Necessary for navigating museum galleries and walking between the two institutions.
Light rain jacket
Useful for unpredictable Amsterdam weather, especially when moving between museums.
spring|fall|winter
Small backpack or crossbody bag
Keeps hands free while carrying essentials and any purchases.
Refillable water bottle
Stay hydrated through the tour, especially during busy seasons.