Netherlands guided walking tours by certified local expert professional guides & various small group quality verified sightseeing tours of all major tourist attractions: UNESCO Heritage, historical, architectural, imperial, medieval, cultural, spiritual, educational & hidden gems. Enjoy city’s art, music, food, wine, beer, photo-shoot, bike, escooter, etc..
Get to know the most interesting and emblematic places in Amsterdam, as well as the hidden charms must-see spots that you can’t miss are Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank’s House, National Museum of Amsterdam, (Rijksmuseum) Dam Square, Vondelpark, Museum of Rembrandt’s House, Royal Palace, oldest house in the city-Oude Kerk, floating Flower Market, Begijnhof, (famous enclosed courtyard) Rembrandtplein Square, Magere Brug Bridge.
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- Choice of different start times of several walking tours and tour languages to choose from
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- Quality verified professionally guided walking tour with expert local guide *****MARK OF EXCELLENCE
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- This booking fee does not include tour attractions booking service or attractions tickets
Departure Point
Amsterdam, Netherlands
Guide Meeting Point location WILL change and tour start time will be updated close to selected to meet guide 15 minutes earlier to register with QR Code and ALL INFO will be given to you after booking confirmation and acceptance.
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
Guide Meeting Point location WILL change and tour start time will be updated close to selected to meet guide 15 minutes earlier to register with QR Code and ALL INFO will be given to you after booking confirmation and acceptance.
- Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Tour 1 Option: Know Amsterdam & its History as a Local Walking Tour (English):
If you want to know more about Amsterdam you must take this tour with a Dutch guide!
On this Classic tour will tell you the best stories that Amsterdam has to offer. Have you ever wondered why Amsterdam is known as the most liberal city in the world?. Do you know how this small fishing village became so important in the 17th century? You will have the answer for these, and much more interesting facts.
As a Dutchmen I will tell you about Dutch culture and typical Dutch food. See Amsterdam as an Amsterdammer!
120 minutes - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Tour 2 Option: Amsterdam Food Walking Tour (English):
Experience Amsterdam historic neighborhoods through delicious local food with a local guide. Taste the delicious Dutch cheese “Gouda’’ and try the traditional Dutch pancakes ‘’poffertjes’’ and more on this 2,5 hour walking tour. This food tour is the perfect blend of culture, food & fun!
On this tour, we will also discover why Amsterdammers eat 21 kilos of cheese a year, what ”Jenever" and a typical Dutch dinner is and where you can get the best chocolate in Amsterdam… This and a lot more we discover on our Food Tour in Amsterdam.
150 minutes - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Tour 3 Option: #1 Best Rated Amsterdam Walking Tour (English):
Discover the fascinating history of the most liberal city in the world with the best-rated walking tour in Amsterdam!
Together with your super-local guide you will discover how freedom and tolerance shaped the city and its people, throughout the ages and understand how these values continue to influence it today. We combine beautiful sightseeing with exiting storytelling and cover everything you need to know about Amsterdam in one tour: history, modern life, culture, art, fun facts and personal stories for a unique insider’s perspective on life in Amsterdam.
And since we work with small group of maximum 20 people, we have exclusive access to areas like the Red Light District most other Free Walking Tours companies that work with bigger groups are not allowed to come.
Be prepared to challenge all your pre-conceived ideas about this city because after this tour you will never look and think of Amsterdam the same way.
“From the Red Light District to the evolution of Amsterdam as the global centre of world trade in the 17th century, its transition from a republic to a monarchy, the tragedy of the Nazi occupation and its enlightened and effective attitude to drug control, your guide will stitch these diverse items together with humorous personal anecdotes and insightful commentary on the underlying social and cultural mores of the Dutch people”.
+ Small Groups of Maximum 20 people for a truly high-quality experience and access to areas that are off-limits to other walking tours.
+ Supported by pictures painting and maps that bring history to life.
+ Super Local Guides: all our guides are life-long locals with very deep roots in this city, country and culture so they can answer any question you may have.
+ Free Snack & Souvenir: on the tour you will be treated to a typical Dutch snack and you will also receive a nice souvenir in the end.
PLEASE NOTE:
Starting from January 1st 2020 participants on all tours and activities in Amsterdam (no matter which provider) are subject to a €1.50 “entertainment tax”. You will be asked to pay this tax at the meeting point with a (European) Debit card, international credit card or with Apple pay. Please note that this tax is compulsory, additional tax that is passed on directly to the Amsterdam municipality.
150 minutes - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Tour 4 Option: Essential Amsterdam Walking Tour (Spanish Mon - Sat 11am):
The most complete Tour Amsterdam in Spanish: Historic Center, Jewish Quarter, Chinatown, Red Light District and much more! It includes chocolate tasting! All of Amsterdam on a tour! The best Tour Amsterdam! From the Dam National Monument! What are we going to know? - National Monument: Origin of the City - Dam Square: Royal Palace and New Church - Dutch Father Christmas: Saint Nicholas - Amsterdam Museum - Begijnhof Religious Complex - Flower Market - Boat Houses, Canals and Bicycles - Amsterdam Architecture - Neighborhood Jew: World War II - Flea Market - Rembrandt House - South Church - New Market - Chinatown - Red Light District - Chocolate Factory Duration: 3 hours AMSTERDAM ON A TOUR! What is the origin and history of the city of Amsterdam? Through the Essential Amsterdam tour you will be surprised to discover how a swamp became one of the European capitals par excellence. Traveling from Dam Square to the New Market we will discover the fundamental enclaves of the historic center of Amsterdam. I will tell you what were the pillars of the city of Amsterdam and how it has become one of the most important capitals in the world. With me you will feel the essence of the city walking through the old town and the Jewish quarter. Exploring the heart of Dutch culture while we know the most emblematic places and origins of Amsterdam. We will discover the anecdotes and legends that hide the canals of Amsterdam. We will get to know Chinatown and talk about porros and prostitutes in the Red Light District, although Amsterdam is much more than that, discover with me its history! Did you know that the architecture of the city houses one of the most interesting curiosities of the streets and squares of Amsterdam? In this journey through time we will move on to the events that changed the course of Amsterdam's history until today. A dynamic and didactic alternative to feel that passage of time. A different option to listen to the secrets of a living city in constant evolution, Amsterdam! Discover Amsterdam on a family tour, with friends or just how you want! Young entrepreneur, official and independent guide. Small groups for prime quality.
Option (Spanish Mon/Thu/Fri/Sat/Sun 11am 3:30pm) >>>
Amsterdam is undoubtedly one of the most pleasant large capitals to stroll through, its small streets and impressive canals. With this tour you will be able to know, in a close way and without crowds, the most interesting points of the medieval center, its best anecdotes and recommendations adapted to your tastes so that you end up moving around the city like a local.
Tour: - Oude Kerk and Red Light District - De Waag - Company of the East Indies (VOC) - Rembrandt House - Jewish Quarter - Beguinario - Dam Square.
180 minutes - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Tour 5 Option: Historic Center Amsterdam Walking Tour (Spanish):
A must do tour for any traveler who wants to discover Amsterdam!!
Come with us and we will tell you the story behind Dam Square, the Waag or the Old Jewish Quarter (in addition to many other sites).
See all the emblematic areas and essential places with the help of our Spanish-speaking guides, take the best tips to enjoy this city and if you still have energy left ... Let's have a drink!
180 minutes - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Tour 6 Option: Authentic Walking Tour: Jordaan, Anna Frank and Voldenpar (Spanish):
As if we were getting into a time machine, the authentic Amsterdam tour will transport you to the past to know in detail how the Dutch lived in their young days.
We can not forget the present, and therefore, we will see together what is going on in this city today!
This will be a 360 vision of all that has happened in this emblematic city!!
180 minutes - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Tour 7 Option: Amsterdam Walking Tour (Spanish):
Amsterdam is a magical city also known as the Venice of the North, due to all the channels that cross it.
We will start our free tour at the Royal Palace, where we will tell you how this small fishing town became one of the greatest powers of maritime commerce in the XVI - XVII centuries.
We will visit the Oudekerk, which is the oldest church in the city, taking advantage of its location in the Red Light District to reveal the history of this curious and popular Amsterdam neighborhood.
We will discover the remains of the wall of De Waag and explain the most macabre face of this city. We will explain the mark marked by French and Spanish while enjoying their famous channels. We will also remember the Nazi occupation and resistance of the Amsterdamers.
There will be time to go through its beautiful flower market, located where once a religious order existed, already disappeared.
What are you going to visit?
Dam Square
City History
Oude Kerk (Old Church)
Nieuwmarkt Square and Market
Waag
Traditional Architecture
Begijnhofkapel Religious Complex
Amsterdam City Museum
Royal Palace
Nieuwe Kerk (New Church)
150 minutes - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Tour 8 Option: Amsterdam Cultural History of the City Walking Tour (Spanish):
Join this unique Tour where I will fully introduce you to this city and its curiosities, so you can enjoy it completely. On this visit we will know the red light district, the permissiveness of marijuana, the house and the history of the most popular painter in this city, we will know its iconic canals, we will talk about its peculiar architecture, we will know the narrowest house in the city, the most beautiful house old and we will finish in the most famous house in this city, the house of Anne Frank ....
150 minutes - Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
Request Special Time Available: Special Request Walking Tour Option:
We will find and book for you available walking tours to match your requested time for you to choose in all parts of the city, all tourist attractions - UNESCO Heritage, historical, spiritual, architectural, cultural, educational, art, food, etc..
Please Select a Tour Option when booking..
Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands and it is one of the cities that is an obligatory stop if you are in Northern Europe. The River Amstel winds its way through the many picture-perfect canals that characterize the city and lead you to some of the main neighborhoods of the city along with the IJ Bay. Popularly known as the “Venice of the North” because of its waterways which cross the city, like in other European cities such as Hamburg, Bruges, or Stockholm.
The walking tours in Amsterdam will help you to get to know the most interesting and emblematic places in the city, as well as the hidden charms and lesser-known destinations in the city thanks to the recommendations and advice your local guides give you during the walk. Some of the must-see spots that you can’t miss are the Van Gogh Museum, Anne Frank’s House, the National Museum of Amsterdam, (Rijksmuseum) Dam Square, Vondelpark, the Museum of Rembrandt’s House, The Royal Palace, the oldest house in the city-Oude Kerk, the floating Flower Market, the Begijnhof, (the famous, enclosed courtyard) Rembrandtplein Square, or the Magere Brug Bridge.
There are many more monuments and places to see on your walking tour in Amsterdam, which have also been reviewed by other travelers who have already done the tour and have evaluated both the route and the local guide.
Book a walking tour in one of the several languages will assure you get to discover all of the city’s hidden charms. Whether you book a walking tour in the morning, afternoon, or evening, you will have a great time getting to know some of the charms with professional guides who will get you the most out of your holidays.
These walking tours are supported by Tip only and only a small booking fee for group registration. Please Tip what you want at the end of the tours.
120 minutes
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- If you have a bigger group or need more other cities tours, please book again. Search for us in Viator “Professional Guides Walking Tours-Day & Night”
- Not all days and times may be available. After booking, we will confirm with you if the time selected and tour language is available or give you an alternate time.
- We will confirm with you the updated guide meetup time. After confirmation, we will give you the QR Code to register with guide and new updated meeting point and new map location, and how to spot and meet the guide 7 days before the tour. Tour may not end at starting point.
- Please be at the Meeting Point 15-20mins earlier to look for the tour guide and walk up to meet & greet.
- Just pay booking fee and agency helps you find and meet professional tour guides nearest your location. At the end of the tour, please tip the guides and give what you want. Tell the tour guide what you like to experience in your tour. We take you on a heart-warming tour showcasing age-old architectures of Romanesque to Gothic to Baroque, from periods of Ancient to Medieval to Renaissance, telling you about gothic cathedrals, ancient monasteries & castles with historical, cultural and religious antiquity, and UNESCO World Heritage Sites, wine & tapas tasting of local delights where the locals patronize, for a wonderfully unique, and unforgettable experience.
- Be sure to check your booking messages for updated meeting point and how to find guide a day before travel. If you are travel agency, please inform your client.
- Travelers should plan on arrival at any international airport, you need to give yourself 2 hours to clear customs and security and covid screening, and 1 hour to get to your hotel nearby to check-in first as you can’t lug your baggages around during the walking tour, and another 1 hour to get to the meeting location to meet the tour guide assuming it is close by the hotel so assuming everything goes smoothly and nothing delays you, you will need 4 hours on landing at airport to get to the tour meeting point.
- There are no other guides there at the meeting point except our guides so you have to approach the guides and give your QR Code and names or you will miss your tour and there’s no refund as work has been done to book your tour and pay Viator’s commission.
- Limited time offer special booking for up to 4 travelers instead of 1-2 travelers normal booking
- Requires 1 week advance booking
This experience is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.