Shifting the Frame: A Private Rijksmuseum Guided Tour
What your day looks like
See where the Dutch Masters take a backseat to the Dutch badasses. Amsterdam’s world-famous Rijksmuseum has it all: Rembrandt, Van Gogh, Vermeer, Frans Hals. It also has some incredible female, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and BIPOC badasses hiding in plain sight. This tour encompasses both. Our (wheelchair accessible) tour explores the Rijksmuseum with a modern lens. The museum was built as a temple to Dutch history in the 19th century, but our understanding of that history has expanded since then. This tour explores the full breadth of Dutch and Amsterdam history, both the traditional figures and those often overlooked or misunderstood. See the famous Dutch artists in a new light while also taking in some truly astounding works created by and showcasing the stories of women, LGBTQ+, Jewish, and BIPOC people in the Netherlands and beyond. Badass Tours co-created this tour with artist, Rijksmuseum guide, and art history obsessive Tanja Bladt-Cohen, who leads most of our Shifting the Frame tours! Your Rijksmuseum tickets are included in the price. Simply book your tour and get ready for an eye-opening experience!
The experience, in brief
- Dive into Dutch history with a twist
- See Rembrandt, Vermeer—plus hidden heroes history forgot
- Discover stories of women, LGBTQ+, Jewish & BIPOC figures
- Explore iconic art through a fresh, modern lens
- Enjoy a wheelchairaccessible tour led by expert guides
- Includes museum entry
Your day, step by step
Amsterdam
Local Flavor at Rijksmuseum.
What to know before booking
Included
Experienced guide
Not Included
Tips & Gratuity
What to Bring
Comfortable clothing and footwear Camera and bag for essentials
Meeting & Pickup
We meet at Cobra Café on Museumplein
Planning Notes
Hotel pickup offered: No Confirmation: Manual By Business
What travelers are saying
Our guide was excellent and so knowledgeable. This was a refreshing way to experience the museum, seeing both well-known pieces as well as discovering stories of women, Jewish, LGBTQ+ and BIPOC artists.