Skip-the-line Royal Palace of Amsterdam Private Guided Tour
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
2 to 5 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview
Be a guest of the Dutch King on a visit to the Royal Palace with skip-the-line tickets and a Licensed Guide. Admire the royal art collection. Optional: private car transfers and a guided tour of the Old Town with tickets to Nieuwe Kerk.
Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs and interests:
2-hour: Royal Palace
Book a guided tour of the Royal Palace of Amsterdam with skip-the-line tickets.
3-hour: Royal Palace & Transport
This option includes a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 2-hour guided tour of the Royal Palace of Amsterdam with skip-the-line tickets.
4-hour: Royal Castle & Nieuwe Kerk
Book this extended tour to see the best highlights of the Old Town and visit the Royal Palace and Nieuwe Kerk with skip-the-line tickets.
5-hour: Royal Palace, Nieuwe Kerk & Transport
This option includes a 1-hour round-trip transfer and a 4-hour guided tour of the Old Town with skip-the-line tickets to the Royal Palace and Nieuwe Kerk.
What's Included
- Skip-the-line tickets to Royal Castle of Amsterdam (all options)
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3 and 5-hour options only)
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church and walking tour of the Old Town (4 and 5-hour options only)
- Private Walking Tour of Amsterdam's Royal Castle, Nieuwe Kerk and Old Town -
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church and walking tour of the Old Town (2 and 3-hour options)
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (2 and 4-hour options only)
Meeting and Pickup
Pickup point
OR
Meeting point
Oudezijds Voorburgwal
1012 GJ Amsterdam, Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
1012 ZZ Amsterdam
Netherlands
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
What To Expect
The Bulldog Hotel
Meet your guide in front of The Bulldog Hotel, Oudezijds Voorburgwal 220, 1012 GJ Amsterdam, Netherlands.
Please DO NOT ENTER the hotel it is only the meeting point and the staff is not informed about the tour.
10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Amsterdam
Book a 1-hour round-trip transfer for your 4-hour guided tour of top-rated attractions of Amsterdam’s Old Town: the Royal Palace and New Church. This option includes private car transfers between your accommodation and the meeting point. Enjoy the full itinerary with less walking as you travel in a clean, air-conditioned vehicle.
50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Royal Palace Amsterdam
Tour of the Royal Palace in Amsterdam. Led by an Expert Private Guide, wander through the Dam Square and immerse yourself in fascinating stories about the events and people who shaped Amsterdam's history. Inside the Royal Palace of Amsterdam you will discover richly decorated rooms and halls that are used during official state visits and other royal occasions, from gala dinners to award ceremonies. The palace was built in the mid-17th century as the Town Hall of the City of Amsterdam, but it became the royal residence during the reign of King Louis Napoleon, the younger brother of the French Emperor Napoleon I. Its interiors reflect the best of the Dutch Golden Age, with expensive decor, furniture and a collection of paintings and sculptures by some of the most distinguished artists of the time. Discover all of its secrets!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
National Monument
Marvel at the Gothic facade of Nieuwe Kerk and the imposing National Monument, and step inside the Royal Palace with our pre-booked timed tickets. Skipping the ticket line will give you more time to explore the palace's nooks and crannies at your own pace!
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Nieuwe Kerk
learn about the city’s history, culture and way of life! This extended tour includes skip-the-line tickets to New Church (Nieuwe Kerk), a historic church used for national and royal events and high-profile art and photography exhibitions. Marvel at its eye-catching Gothic and Neo-Gothic features and enjoys the changing exhibits with live commentary in your native language. Other points of interest include Magna Plaza, Beurs van Berlage, and the Oude Church, which is one of the oldest structures in the city.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Included
Central Station
The walking tour will end in front of Central Station.
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. Private transfer and a guided tour of the Old Town (including a visit to Nieuwe Kerk) are not included in the basic 2-hour tour.
- With skip-the-line tickets, you will have a pre-booked time slot to enter the Royal Palace, so you don't have to queue for tickets on site. A designated number of people will be entering and going through security at the same time, so delays are possible.
- The Royal Palace is closed to the public when the royal family is at home.
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church include a timed entry slot for the ongoing exhibition. Admission to special exhibitions, concerts and other scheduled events is not included. If the church is closed at the time of your visit, you may visit the Basilica of St. Nicholas instead.
- Due to city regulations, guided tours are not allowed to pass through the Red Light District, so you will see the Oude Kerk from a nearby street.
- In Amsterdam, the rule is that a licensed guide can show a group of 1-15 people, so the price of the tour will be higher if you need more than 1 guide. For 16-30 people we will provide service of 2 licensed guides. For 31-45 people we will provide service of 3 licensed guides.
- The 3- and 5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour transfer time between the meeting point and the accommodation address provided when booking. Please note that the transfer time quoted is for information purposes only and can take longer or shorter depending on the location of your accommodation in Amsterdam.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. Groups larger than 8 people will be split into 2 (or more) vehicles during transfers,
Frequently Asked Questions
(6)Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Skip-the-line Royal Palace of Amsterdam Private Guided Tour?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-332533P369
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Frequently Asked Questions (6)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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What is the cancellation policy for the Skip-the-line Royal Palace of Amsterdam Private Guided Tour?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
Q:
What's included in the price?
A:
Apr 2025
The following is included:
- Skip-the-line tickets to Royal Castle of Amsterdam (all options).
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3 and 5-hour options only).
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church and walking tour of the Old Town (4 and 5-hour options only).
- Private Walking Tour of Amsterdam's Royal Castle, Nieuwe Kerk and Old Town -.
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option).
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice.
The following is NOT included:
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church and walking tour of the Old Town (2 and 3-hour options).
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (2 and 4-hour options only).
Q:
What is the minimum age for this tour?
A:
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
Q:
My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
A:
If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
Q:
Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Skip-the-line Royal Palace of Amsterdam Private Guided Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Q:
Where is the meeting point for this activity?
A:
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Skip-the-line Royal Palace of Amsterdam Private Guided Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- Skip-the-line tickets to Royal Castle of Amsterdam (all options)
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (3 and 5-hour options only)
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church and walking tour of the Old Town (4 and 5-hour options only)
- Private Walking Tour of Amsterdam's Royal Castle, Nieuwe Kerk and Old Town -
- - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
- 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language of your choice
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church and walking tour of the Old Town (2 and 3-hour options)
- Private transport with pickup and drop-off at your accommodation (2 and 4-hour options only)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please note that the number of attractions depends on the option selected. Private transfer and a guided tour of the Old Town (including a visit to Nieuwe Kerk) are not included in the basic 2-hour tour.
- With skip-the-line tickets, you will have a pre-booked time slot to enter the Royal Palace, so you don't have to queue for tickets on site. A designated number of people will be entering and going through security at the same time, so delays are possible.
- The Royal Palace is closed to the public when the royal family is at home.
- Skip-the-line tickets to New Church include a timed entry slot for the ongoing exhibition. Admission to special exhibitions, concerts and other scheduled events is not included. If the church is closed at the time of your visit, you may visit the Basilica of St. Nicholas instead.
- Due to city regulations, guided tours are not allowed to pass through the Red Light District, so you will see the Oude Kerk from a nearby street.
- In Amsterdam, the rule is that a licensed guide can show a group of 1-15 people, so the price of the tour will be higher if you need more than 1 guide. For 16-30 people we will provide service of 2 licensed guides. For 31-45 people we will provide service of 3 licensed guides.
- The 3- and 5-hour options include an estimated 1-hour transfer time between the meeting point and the accommodation address provided when booking. Please note that the transfer time quoted is for information purposes only and can take longer or shorter depending on the location of your accommodation in Amsterdam.
- We will arrange private transfers in a standard car (sedan) for groups of 1-4 people, and in a larger van for groups of 5 people and more. Groups larger than 8 people will be split into 2 (or more) vehicles during transfers,
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