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Rembrandt’s City & Home Tour with Babylon Tours Amsterdam - Amsterdam

Rembrandt’s City & Home Tour with Babylon Tours Amsterdam

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Difficulty

easy

Duration

2–3 hours

Fitness Level

Suitable for most fitness levels; requires standing and walking on pavement and cobblestones.

Overview

Trace Rembrandt’s footsteps through Amsterdam’s historic streets and canals with Babylon Tours. This private 2.5-hour walking tour culminates in an exclusive visit to the artist’s former home, revealing the world behind his masterpieces.

Amsterdam, North Holland

Rembrandt’s City & Home Guided Tour - Private (ENGLISH)

2.5 hrs | Entry Included!

Museum
Private
Walking Tour

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About This Adventure

Embark on a captivating 2.5-hour private tour through Amsterdam, tracing the life of Rembrandt van Rijn. Explore historic canals, vibrant squares, and the Jewish Quarter that inspired his masterpieces. Conclude with an exclusive visit to his former home, gaining unique insights into the genius behind his iconic art.

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Rates

  • Adult - €105- €269
  • Youth - €105 (Ages 10 - 17)
  • Child - €85 (9 and under)

Duration

  • 2.5 hours

Meeting Point

  • 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)

About

  • You’re curious about Rembrandt, we get it. There’s no better reason to join a private tour in Amsterdam
  • On this 2.5-hour private tour, you will walk through the streets and square that inspired the 17th century artist’s works, ending with a guided visit of his house.
  • This 2.5 hour semi-private walking tour is the perfect introduction to the life of Rembrandt.
  • This tour is in English.

Includes

  • Private Guided Museum Tour
  • Professional Tour Guide Exclusively For You
  • Tour Includes All Entrance Fees
  • Duration 2.5 Hours
  • Wheelchair Friendly

Excludes

  • Tour price does NOT include hotel pickup or drop-off (we recommend UBER or Taxi)
  • Tour price does NOT include gratuities (optional)

Full Tour Description

Retrace Rembrandt’s steps as you explore the district where the artist once lived. On this 2.5-hour private guided tour, your guide will lead you to explore Amsterdam’s streets, visiting the sights and places that inspired some of Rembrandt’s iconic paintings, before having a guided visit of his house with skip the line access.

Begin by following your guide through the Spiegelquarter, the traditional district for all things art and antiques. You’ll then walk onwards towards the Keizersgracht, or Emperor’s canal, to learn about one of Rembrandt’s best-known apprentices. In Rembrandt Square, discover the Night Watch Guards – one of the artist’s most famous works – which is recreated in bronze sculpture. Further on in the Staalstraat, hear about the local Drapers Guild, immortalized by Rembrandt, before learning about the old Jewish quarter around Waterloo Square. Rembrandt and his wife Saskia lived here, near the Amstel River, and you will visit the artist’s house, now a museum celebrating his contributions to Dutch art. The museum features the original house with a meticulous collection of 17th century period pieces, reconstructed thanks to historical auction records. Wander the etchings, artefacts, and rooms as Rembrandt himself once did. His small office and other personal items offer a glimpse into the life of this artistic genius.

Adventure Tips

Wear Comfortable Walking Shoes

The tour covers varied surfaces including cobblestones and canal bridges, so supportive shoes make the experience more enjoyable.

Bring Weather-Appropriate Clothing

Amsterdam weather can change quickly; packing a waterproof jacket is wise regardless of the season.

Arrive Early to the Meeting Point

Plan to arrive 10 minutes early outside the Cobra Cafe near the Rijksmuseum for a smooth start.

Small Bags Only Inside Museum

Large backpacks or suitcases are prohibited inside Rembrandt’s House; bring a small handbag or thin backpack.

Local Insights

Wildlife

  • Mute swans on the canals
  • Urban sparrows and pigeons

History

Rembrandt lived in Amsterdam during the Dutch Golden Age, a period of immense cultural and economic growth in the 17th century.

Conservation

Amsterdam maintains strict preservation standards for its historical areas, ensuring careful protection of heritage buildings and canal ecosystems.

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Recommended Gear

Comfortable Walking Shoes

Essential

Provides stable footing on cobblestone streets and canal bridges.

Waterproof Jacket

Essential

Protects against Amsterdam’s frequently changing weather conditions.

spring|fall|winter specific

Compact Backpack or Bag

Essential

Allows you to carry essentials while complying with museum bag restrictions.

Camera or Smartphone

For capturing the picturesque canals, bridges, and historic architecture.