Semi-Private Combo: Rijksmuseum and Rembrandt Museum
Begin at the Rijksmuseum, home to Rembrandt’s The Night Watch and Vermeer’s luminous The Milkmaid. Marvel at the detail of 17th-century still lifes, then explore historical artifacts, intricate dollhouses and grand merchant portraits that reveal the wealth, innovation and artistry of the Dutch Golden Age. After a short break, follow in Rembrandt’s footsteps through Amsterdam’s historic center. Stroll the grand canals that inspired him, pass through the former Jewish Quarter and stop at Rembrandtplein, once a marketplace and now a tribute to the artist. Conclude at Rembrandt’s House, where he lived and worked at the height of his career. Explore his studio, see original etchings and gain rare insight into the daily life of one of history’s greatest painters. Duration: 5 hours