Amsterdam and Rotterdam are two of the Netherlands' most beautiful cities. With a population of over 800,000 and a population of over 1 million, these two bustling capitals offer the best in culture, food, architecture and history. With their close proximity to each other, both Rotterdam and Amsterdam are easy to tour in one day.
Your private driver will pick you up in your hotel or place of choice in Amsterdam and drive you towards The Hague and Rotterdam.
Explore The Hague's highlights from a local perspective on this private tour.
You will explore the amazing and beautiful sights of The Hague and Rotterdam which includes but not limited to The Mauritshuis, The Binnenhof, Escher in the Palace, Madurodam, The Kunstmuseum Den Haag, The Louwman Museum, The Boijmans-van Beuningen museum, The Wereldmuseum and The Sint-Laurenskerk.
You will of have some free time for lunch and then your driver will drive you back to Amsterdam.
Pickup included
The Mauritshuis is a Dutch museum in The Hague. It is named after its founder, the Grand Pensionary of Holland Johan Maurits, Baron of Wassenaer and son of the Dutch stadtholder William II.
The Mauritshuis was founded in 1765 as a private collection by consul-general Johan Maurits van Nassau-Siegen. It has been open to the public since 1819.
The Binnenhof is the oldest building in The Hague. It was first built in 1245 as a residence for the Counts of Holland and was later expanded to become the seat of government.
In this section, we will provide a brief history of the Binnenhof, a tour around its premises, and mention some interesting facts about it.
Escher in the Palace is a tour that provides an exploration of the work of Dutch artist M.C. Escher and its influence on design, architecture, and culture.
The tour visits five locations in Rome where Escher's work is displayed: Palazzo Massimo alle Terme, Museo della Repubblica Romana, Galleria Nazionale d'Arte Moderna, Museo di Roma in Trastevere, and the Basilica di San Pietro in Vincoli.
Madurodam is a miniature city located in the Hague, Netherlands. It is a tourist attraction that has been open to the public since 1952.
It has been called "Europe's most popular miniature park" by the Guinness World Records and it is visited by more than 1 million people each year. Madurodam is famous for its scale models of famous Dutch landmarks and for its size, which allows visitors to explore the city on foot from one end to another in about 45 minutes.
The Kunstmuseum Den Haag is the main museum of modern and contemporary art in The Hague. It is located on the Museumpark, next to the Royal Palace so that it can be easily accessed by public transportation.
The Kunstmuseum Den Haag is a museum of modern and contemporary art, as well as a major tourist attraction for The Hague. Visitors are able to see an extensive collection of paintings and sculptures from all over the world, going from old masters to modern artists.
The building was designed by Willem Marinus Dudok in 1931 and opened its doors in 1937. The museum has been closed for restoration since 2009, but will reopen its doors in 2020 with a new name: NEMO - National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation.
The Louwman Museum is a museum that is located in the Netherlands and it has many different things to offer
The Boijmans-van Beuningen museum is one of the most popular museums in the Netherlands. It is home to one of the largest collections of paintings in the world, including works by Rembrandt, Rubens, and Vermeer.
The museum was founded in 1849 by a Dutch painter and art collector named Willem Jacob Frederik Boijmans. In 1877, it moved to its current location on Museumplein in Rotterdam. The museum’s collection includes more than 1,200 paintings from the Dutch Golden Age and 5,000 drawings from all periods.
Boijmans-van Beuningen is famous for having a large collection of art from Piet Mondriaan and Vincent van Gogh.
The Wereldmuseum is the world’s oldest and most visited museum. It has a collection of over 5 million objects spanning 8,000 years of human history. The museum has always been committed to presenting the story of humanity in an accessible way for all visitors and to be a platform for dialogue about the past, present and future.
The Sint-Laurenskerk is one of the most important and well-known churches in the Netherlands. It is a Catholic church, located in Rotterdam.
The Sint-Laurenskerk was built from 1881 to 1884 and it replaced an earlier church that had been destroyed by fire. The new church was designed by Pierre Cuypers who also designed the Rijksmuseum and the Amsterdam Central Station.
Amsterdam, the capital of the Netherlands, is renowned for its picturesque canals, historic architecture, and vibrant cultural scene. Known as the 'Venice of the North,' the city offers a rich blend of art, history, and modern innovation, making it a captivating destination for travelers.
The Rijksmuseum is the Dutch national museum dedicated to arts and history. It houses an extensive collection of paintings, including works by Rembrandt and Vermeer.
The Van Gogh Museum is dedicated to the works of Vincent van Gogh and his contemporaries. It houses the largest collection of Van Gogh paintings and drawings in the world.
The Anne Frank House is a biographical museum dedicated to Jewish wartime diarist Anne Frank. The building is where Anne Frank and her family hid from Nazi persecution during World War II.
Dam Square is the central square of Amsterdam and a historic site. It is home to the Royal Palace, the National Monument, and various other landmarks.
Jordaan is a picturesque and lively neighborhood known for its narrow streets, canals, and vibrant atmosphere. It is a great place to explore, shop, and dine.
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The peak tourist season in Amsterdam is during the summer months when the weather is warm and sunny. This is the best time to enjoy outdoor activities and festivals, but it's also the busiest and most expensive period.
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A picturesque and open-air museum featuring traditional Dutch houses, windmills, and workshops, showcasing the history and craftsmanship of the region.
A charming and historic city known for its beautiful architecture, museums, and vibrant cultural scene, often considered a smaller and more relaxed version of Amsterdam.
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