Amsterdam Centraal Station - our meeting point, where we would like to tell about history of the Netherlands in the Golden Age;St. Nicholas Cathedral - even though, this church was built after the Golden Age, we believe you cannot find a better place to find out more about catholics and protestants, The Eighty Years’ War and its consequences;In 't Aepjen - would you like to find out more about Dutch favorite drinks and drinking traditions? Let’s visit this authentic bar located in the oldest wooden house of Amsterdam! Here we would like to tell about national mentality, favorite games and big celebrations, illustrating our story with paintings by Jan Steen, Frans Hals and other magnificent artists;-Nieuwmarkt and De Waag - this square has a lot of mysterious secrets and myths! Let’s discover why it was extremely popular among families to spend their leisure time around the former anatomical theatre! Illustrating our story with paintings of Rembrandt, we will discover more about witches, prisoners and punishments of the Golden Age;Rembrandt house - we would like to pay a special attention to this place and tell you more about Rembrandt, his life, talent and fate and find out what was important for every successful artist in the Golden Age;Jewish Neighborhood - lovely quiet district, where you can see such sightseeing as Jewish Historical Museum, Portuguese synagogue and famous flea market. There we would like to tell more about Jewish diaspora in the Netherlands, their traditions, lifestyle and rights.
Netherlands · Walking Tours
Amsterdam Private Walking Tour of Famous Painters
The journey
- 01 Private 3-hour walking tour through historic Amsterdam
- 02 Discover the Dutch Golden Age through the works of famous painters
- 03 Learn about Rembrandt, Frans Hals and Jan Steen in city context
- 04 Explore landmarks including St. Nicholas Cathedral, Nieuwmarkt and De Waag
- 05 Visit the area around Rembrandt House and the Jewish Neighborhood
- 06 Discuss Dutch history, daily life, religion and trade with your guide
Step into Amsterdam’s Golden Age on a private walking tour that brings the city’s history to life through the works of its most famous painters. As you explore the historic centre, you’ll uncover the stories behind daily life, religion, trade, celebrations and social customs in the Netherlands, with insights inspired by artists such as Rembrandt, Frans Hals and Jan Steen.
From Amsterdam Centraal Station to the Jewish Neighborhood, this experience connects key locations with the people, ideas and events that shaped the Dutch Golden Age. Along the way, your guide can tailor the conversation to your interests, whether that’s art in historical context, Dutch society, maritime trade, or the lives of local people.
Step into Amsterdam’s Golden Age on a private walking tour that brings the city’s history to life through the works of its most famous painters.
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What's Included
- Guide
What's Not Included
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Snacks
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- PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION NEARBY
- Infants must not sit on laps
- Infant seats unavailable
- Not suitable for pets
- Not stroller accessible
- Not wheelchair accessible
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Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Amsterdam.
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