Van Gogh Museum Guided Tour - Semi-Private 8ppl Max
About this activity
Explore the Van Gogh Museum on a 2.5-hour semi-private guided tour for up to eight guests. Reserved entry is included. Discover Sunflowers, self-portraits, The Bedroom and The Potato Eaters.
Highlights
- Van Gogh’s self-portraits
- Van Gogh’s Sunflowers
- The Potato Eaters by Van Gogh
- Van Gogh’s letters to Theo
- The Bedroom by Van Gogh
Full description
Enjoy a 2-hour semi-private guided visit inside Amsterdam’s Van Gogh Museum with reserved admission included. Your expert guide leads up to eight guests through Van Gogh’s artistic journey, from The Potato Eaters to Sunflowers, The Bedroom, self-portraits and letters to his brother Theo. Artwork displays may change.
Explore Vincent van Gogh’s life and art with a professional guide and a group of no more than eight guests. With reserved museum admission included, trace his artistic journey from the earthy tones of The Potato Eaters to the vivid colors of Sunflowers, Irises and Almond Blossom. Study selected self-portraits and letters to his brother Theo as your guide connects the paintings to Van Gogh’s years in Paris, Arles and Saint-Rémy. Learn how his technique changed over time and hear the story behind his severed ear. The guided route focuses on the museum’s permanent collection. Temporary exhibitions are not included, and specific works may be unavailable or moved.
Included / Excluded
- SEMI-PRIVATE MUSEUM TOUR WITH RESERVED ENTRY TICKETS INCLUDED
- "SEMI-PRIVATE" MEANS GROUP SIZE IS NEVER MORE THAN 8 GUESTS MAXIMUM
- DURATION 2 HOURS
- RESERVED ENTRY & ENTRANCE FEES
- Tour Price Does NOT Include Hotel Pickup or Drop-Off (We Recommend UBER or Taxi)
- Tour Does NOT Include Gratuities (OPTIONAL)
- Temporary exhibitions NOT included
- Wheelchair access on this semi-private museum tour
Itinerary
Meet outside Cobra Café
Meet your guide outside Cobra Café at 18 Hobbemastraat, near the north-side toilet and parking entrance. Arrive 10 minutes before departure.
Van Gogh Museum guided visit
Enter with included reserved admission and explore Van Gogh’s paintings, self-portraits and letters with your semi-private guide.
Meeting point
Start Location
Cobra Café, Hobbemastraat 18, Amsterdam
Hobbemastraat 18, 1071 ZB Amsterdam, Netherlands
Meet outside Cobra Café at Hobbemastraat 18, not at the Van Gogh Museum entrance.
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Know before you book
- "SEMI-PRIVATE" MEANS GROUP SIZE IS NEVER MORE THAN 8 GUESTS MAXIMUM
- Provide a mobile phone number with country code for tour updates
- Full refund when canceled at least 24 hours before departure
- This semi-private museum tour is not wheelchair accessible
Know before you go
- TOUR MEETING POINT: Outside Cobra Cafe by Toilet/Parking Entrance on North side facing Rijksmuseum
- Please arrive at the meeting point at least 10 minutes prior to the tour's scheduled departure time.
- Wear comfortable shoes for the museum visit
- Museum entry will be facilitated by your guide at tour's start
- Bring a photo ID for age verification; a clear photo or copy is fine
Requirements
Items to bring
- Valid photo ID
Cancellation policy
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund
Reviews
Absolutely amazing. Best guide EVER! From start to finish so much to see and learn. Our guide was a wealth of knowledge
Sergio es un excelente guía, conoce muy bien tema y es muy amable
Excellent guide. Knowledgeable about art history and chose prominent and interesting works to highlight in the tour.
Frequently asked questions
FAQs
Additional information
Reserved Van Gogh Museum entry is included; temporary exhibitions are excluded. This semi-private museum tour is not wheelchair accessible. Security screening may cause waits, and large bags or suitcases are not permitted. Artwork displays may change. Bring a photo ID or a clear image/copy for age verification, and provide a mobile number with country code. For help, call or text +1 917 999 0380.