Art tour

Follow in the footsteps of Monet, Van Gogh, and Rembrandt in Amsterdam

Three of history’s greatest artists spent time in Amsterdam: Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, and Rembrandt van Rijn—each in their own way and at a different stage of their career. On this unique tour, we follow in the footsteps of these masters.

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Duration: 2.5 Hours

Max. 15 guests

In English & Dutch

Starting- and end point

Start: Stationsplein 10, in front of Restaurant Loetje, end: Flower market

Duration | Distance

2.5 hours (starting at 10am or 2pm) | ~3 km or 1.4 miles

Pricing

From €24,49 per person (with 15 persons). For exact prices, see the booking module.

Age min./max.

Interesting and accessible to everyone aged 9 to 99.

Groupsize

Minimum 1, maximum 15

Cancellation policy

Full refund if cancelled earlier than 48 hours; 50% refund if cancelled within 48 hours; tours run rain or shine.

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Highlights

  • The exact locations of Monet’s city scapes
  • Retracing Van Gogh’s 1870’s footsteps
  • The Rembrandt House Museum
  • Three views on the 1611 Zuiderkerk
  • Claude Monet experimenting impressionism in the harbour and along the Amstel river
  • Walk through Amsterdam with letters of Vincent van Gogh and reproductions of Claude Monet
  • Rembrandt’s clair-obscur in Amsterdam
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Step into the living canvas of the Dutch masters on an immersive 2.5-hour private walking tour through Amsterdam’s historic heart. Trace the fascinating, interconnected footsteps of Rembrandt van Rijn, Vincent van Gogh, and Claude Monet as an expert local guide reveals how the city’s light, canals, and architecture inspired three distinct eras of art history.

What to Expect

Designed for art lovers and curious culture seekers, this 3-kilometer guided walk connects the 17th-century Golden Age directly to Impressionism and Post-Impressionism. Using visual reproductions, historical letters, and archival sketches on-site, your guide contrasts the city’s modern landscape with the exact viewpoints that captured these three legendary visionaries.

  • Three Icons, One City: Discover how Rembrandt’s 17th-century haunts influenced Monet’s 1871 Impressionist canal views and Van Gogh’s passionate student days in Amsterdam.
  • Masterpiece Locations: Stand at original sites connected to Rembrandt’s The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp and De Staalmeesters, seeing firsthand how his expressive “proto-Impressionist” brushwork paved the way for modern art.
  • Story-Driven Art History: Delve into personal struggles, bankruptcy, artistic rivalries, and the shifting search for spiritual and visual beauty along Amsterdam’s iconic waterways.

This private, conversational tour offers an engaging, accessible masterclass through the open-air gallery of historic Amsterdam.

Itinerary

Central Station & Waterfront

Begin near the ancient harborfront where Monet captured shimmering reflections on the water and Van Gogh contemplated the evening sky in his letters.

De Waag (Nieuwmarkt)

Stand before the medieval gatehouse where Rembrandt painted The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp, launching his career at the heart of Dutch portraiture.

The Trippenhuis

Discover the 17th-century city palace – built on the site of Rembrandt’s art broker – that served as the first Rijksmuseum, where Claude Monet studied Rembrandt’s lighting and a young Van Gogh sought daily artistic inspiration.

Zuiderkerk

Examine the striking church tower that deeply impacted all three masters: Rembrandt through family tragedy, Van Gogh spiritually, and Monet as a striking visual subject.

Oude Schans & Montelbaanstoren

Look across the canal where Rembrandt sketched the historic tower, Monet painted shifting light, and Van Gogh enthusiastically explored Rembrandt’s former residential neighborhood.

Blauwbrug (Blue Bridge)

Cross the Amstel River where Rembrandt sketched rural landscapes and Monet later painted vibrant cityscapes in an unconscious homage to Rembrandt’s late color palette.

Staalhof (Drapers’ Guild Hall)

Explore the site where Rembrandt painted De Staalmeesters, showcasing a revolutionary, thick brushwork technique that anticipated Impressionist art styles by more than two centuries.

Flower market

Conclude near the Bloemenmarkt, described by Van Gogh in his letters to his brother Theo and inspiration for Claude Monet’s later work in Giverny, why observing the city scape in Rembrandt’s ‘chiaroscuro’.

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Not at all! You don’t need any prior background in art or art history to fully enjoy this tour.

Our expert local guides make the experience engaging, accessible, and story-driven for everyone—whether you are a lifelong art enthusiast or completely new to these masters. Through clear visual reproductions, historical letters, and captivating storytelling about the artists’ personal lives, the tour brings the worlds of Rembrandt, Monet, and Van Gogh to life in a way that is approachable and inspiring for all visitors.

Yes, the tour is suitable for families with older children, teenagers, and young adults. The minimum age for the tour is 8.

Rather than a dense history lecture, the experience is designed as an engaging, story-driven walk through Amsterdam. Older children and teens who enjoy history, art, or storytelling appreciate tracing the real-life paths of Rembrandt, Monet, and Van Gogh. The 2.5-hour timeframe, comfortable walking pace (approximately 3 km / 1.8 miles), and interactive visual materials keep the route dynamic and approachable for family members of all ages.

Our guides are experts at navigating the city in all weather. In the event of rain, we will adjust our pace to take shelter near covered arcades, utilize our scheduled indoor visits (on applicable days), or stop under the protective eaves of the city’s grand historic buildings.

Food and beverages are not included in the ticket price. However, our starting point at Amsterdam Centraal Train station and our ending point at the Flower market are surrounded by some of the city’s best cafes, historic brown bars, and lunch spots, making it easy to grab a bite before or after your tour.

Absolutely. This is a great addition to your Amsterdam trip, especially for university students and art academy students. Please contact us for groups larger than 15 persons, to organise a tour with more guides.

We want to ensure a pleasant experience for all guests, but there are a few important accessibility points to consider before booking:
– Walking distance and pace: The tour covers a distance of approximately 3 kilometers through Amsterdam’s historic city center at a comfortable, leisurely walking pace.
– Cobblestones and canals: The route takes you along historic streets, paved paths, and canal bridges; you may encounter uneven surfaces, cobblestones, or narrow sidewalks.
– This tour is not suitable for strollers or wheelchairs.

Cancellations made 48 hours before the start guarantee a 50% return of payment. Cancellations earlier than 48 hours prior to the tour: full refund.

Combos

Combine the Monet, Van Gogh and Rembrandt in Amsterdam Tour on the same day with a discount of 25% on the second tour. You can select the second tour in the booking module online.

Monet, Van Gogh & Rembrandt tour + Rijksmuseum
Combine your Monet, Van Gogh & Rembrandt tour walking tour with the Rijksmuseum tour to gain a truly comprehensive view of the 17th-century Dutch Masters and the 19th century outdoor painters like Monet and Van Gogh, and to see the original paintings discussed during the city walk.

Monet, Van Gogh & Rembrandt tour + Rembrandt Walk
Combine the Monet, Van Gogh & Rembrandt tour with the Rembrandt Walk to discover how Rembrandt inspired later generations of artists and how Amsterdam formed the backdrop for artistic inspiration.