Top Amsterdam Walking Tours

This walking tour is the perfect way to enjoy an introduction to Amsterdam. Choose between a private or small group touring option, and head off on your route. Orient yourself to the city's center as you explore its complex history. Follow your guide through Old Town, the Red Light District, the Jordaan neighborhood and more on this jam-packed itinerary.

Get your bearings and discover Amsterdam through the eyes of a local on this comprehensive walking tour of the city. Join a guide and a small group of fellow travelers as you explore historic streets and pass by the city's network of canals. As you walk, hear anecdotes and tales you won't find in a guidebook—covering Amsterdam's origin as a village to life during Nazi occupation, right through to present day. It's the perfect introduction for first time travelers.

Don’t settle for crowded museums that rush you through history, elbow-to-elbow with the masses. This intimate walking tour follows Anne Frank's journey through the streets of Amsterdam, each lesser-known site offering profound insights into this era—and proving the enduring need for empathy to this day. Your tour wraps up at the iconic Secret Annex, leaving you with a deeper understanding that standard tours simply can't provide.

Amsterdam is paradise for foodies, but knowing where to get started can feel overwhelming. Take out the guesswork as you head to multiple eateries—each with their own delicious offering—on this award-winning, small-group tour of the city. Led by a local guide with insider knowledge, sample classic Dutch dishes like local cheese, Dutch-style fries, apple pie, stroopwafel, and more. Explore the city through local eyes and hear anecdotes you won't find elsewhere.

This small-group walking tour gives you an insider’s glimpse into the culture and history of Amsterdam that you wouldn't get exploring alone. Your guide leads your group around Amsterdam’s historical center and past top attractions such as Dam Square, the Royal Palace, Nieuwmarkt, and the Red Light District. Plus, you'll also be party to tailored tips you won't find in the guidebook.

Maximize your time in Amsterdam without rushing through its landmark sites when you book this easy-paced guided walking tour. Meet your guide at the National Monument and take a gentle stroll with a small group of travelers. Learn about the history of the city as you pass sites like Dam Square, Nieuwe Kerk, and the Old Center, stopping for breaks along the way.

Discover the story of the Red Light District, Amsterdam’s most famous neighborhood, on this walking tour around the district's periphery. A guide shows you around this fascinating area of Amsterdam, takes you to places most tourists don’t get to see, and reveals the history of sex work in Amsterdam and its lasting influence on the city. Note that Amsterdam limits Red Light District tours to its periphery.

Eat your way around Amsterdam on this small-group food walking tour that covers 1.5 miles (2.5 km) of the city. It includes over 10 delicious tastings at five local eateries that most travelers miss. At each venue, try Dutch delicacies, from freshly-made stroopwafels (syrup-filled waffles) to artisanal Gouda cheese. As you take a leisurely stroll between locations, see the canals that Amsterdam is famous for, and ask your guide for recommendations.

Amsterdam's World War II history is woven through the Jewish Quarter, but the sites give little away without someone to explain what happened there. This small-group walking tour traces that history on foot, stopping at the Jewish Historical Museum, the Portuguese Synagogue, and the Auschwitz Monument, and covers events including the February Strike and the Winter of Hunger. It ends outside the Anne Frank House (entrance not included).

Discover history, canals and landmark architecture in vibrant Amsterdam on this private 3-hour city walking tour. Accompanied by your own informative guide, stroll around the heart of the charming Dutch capital and see highlights such as Dam Square and the De Wallen red light district. Learn about Amsterdam’s World War II history, stop to see the Anne Frank House, and amble through the delightful 17th-century canal district. As you explore, gain insight into the city’s culture and history from your guide, and break for a refreshing drink along the way.

Get a fresh perspective on Amsterdam's Red Light District (De Wallen) on this small-group walking tour of the area. Delve into the city's history with the help of your guide and learn about what life is like for sex workers there, plus the laws surrounding the profession. As you explore, find out about local coffeeshops culture and other ways of life than make central Amsterdam unique.

Get to know Amsterdam like a local on a private, fully personalized experience. Starting from your chosen meeting point, explore the city in a way that reflects your interests—whether that's wandering the charming Nine Streets, uncovering hidden courtyards, sampling Dutch delicacies at a street market, or soaking in canal-side views. With a local host by your side, you’ll skip the tourist trail and dive into the heart of authentic Amsterdam.

Discover the delights of Amsterdam without worrying about navigating on a private, customizable half-day walking tour of the capital's highlights. With your personal guide, stroll through top locations like Dam Square and Leiden Square at your own pace, rather than rushing in a large group. Pass by landmarks such as the Rijksmuseum and Anne Frank House, and take a walk through the country's largest street market, Albert Cuyp. Conclude your tour with a scenic canal cruise for a fresh perspective.

Taste and enjoy Amsterdam's top 10 foods as you explore the city on foot. In 3 hour stroll along canals and hidden gems as you indulge in sweet, savory & iconic Dutch foods paired with local drinks! Food Tastings & Highlights ● Poffertjes – Fluffy mini pancakes with butter and powdered sugar ● Chicken Saté – a Dutch-Indonesian favorite, juicy chicken skewers with peanut sauce ● Dutch Herbal Bitter – A spiced herbal liqueur, a classic Dutch heritage drink ● Herring and Battered Cod Bites – Classic raw herring and crispy golden fried fish bites ● Canals and Hidden Courtyards – Cycle along the Jordaan and UNESCO canal belt ● Dutch Bitterballen with Drinks – Golden fried snacks paired with local beer, wine, and/or jenever ● And more... Your guide shares insider stories along the way, blending food, culture, and history into one ride! Perfect for food & culture lovers, families with kids or adventure seekers who want to see more of the city while enjoying authentic traditions!

Learn more about one of the darkest chapters of Amsterdam’s history than you would without a guide's help with this Jewish Quarter walking tour. Combining visits to some of Amsterdam’s most important memorials with an in-depth history lesson about Nazi occupation, WWII, Anne Frank, and the Holocaust, this small-group tour offers unique insight into the resilience of Amsterdam’s Jewish community.

See Amsterdam at your own pace with a hop-on hop-off bus or boat tour, including the option to combine both onto one ticket. Select a 24- or 48-hour ticket with several stops around town, enhanced by optional sightseeing around Amsterdam’s postcard-perfect network of waterways on the canal cruise. Pass by the Anne Frank House, National Maritime Museum, Heineken Experience, and eclectic neighborhoods like Jordaan and the historical Red Light District, where you can disembark to explore.

Legends, History & Ghost Walking Tour in Amsterdam Discover Amsterdam’s mysterious past on this guided walking tour of history, legends, and ghostly tales. Explore haunted streets, historic sites like “Ghost Alley” and the “Weeping Tower,” while learning about witches, criminals, and restless spirits that still linger in the city. Wander historic streets, uncover hidden stories, enjoy a sweet Dutch treat along the way, and take home a souvenir. This interactive tour isn’t just stories — you’ll be challenged to spot the seven virtues and seven sins hidden in the tales. What makes our tour unique is how we connect legend and fact. We’ve dug deep into Amsterdam’s archives to uncover real events behind the whispers and love sharing the authentic source material. You’ll leave with fresh insights into the city’s dark past — and maybe some goosebumps. Perfect for history buffs, fans of legends and mysteries, and curious travelers seeking a unique Amsterdam experience.

The Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam is home to more than 1,000 of the Dutch artist’s paintings, drawings, and letters—but knowing where to find the highlights can be hard. This small-group tour of maximum 6 people, led by an art historian as a guide, delves deeper into the life of Vincent Van Gogh to enhance your understanding of his groundbreaking work.

Explore Zaanse Schans and the Dutch countryside this tour from Amsterdam. With an informative guide, admire the lush, canal-crossed Dutch landscape. Take a tour of pretty Zaanse Schans, famous for its wooden windmills and green-painted houses, and visit a cheese farm and clog-making workshop to learn about these traditional crafts. Lastly, visit a working windmill to learn about the role of windmills in the 17th-century Dutch Golden Age.

Discover the Dutch countryside on this full-day tour to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken. Round-trip transfer from central Amsterdam ensures a hassle-free trip. See windmills, waterlands, cheese makers, and clog factories up close. Discover the region's rich history firsthand from a professional guide. The price includes tasters of cheese and other local produce, as well as interior tours. There's also an option to embark on a 1-hour canal sightseeing tour right after the tour, which ends at Amsterdam Central Station.

Spend less time wandering and more time admiring the masterpieces of the Rijksmuseum on a small-group guided tour. Designed with time-pressed travelers in mind, this tour takes you straight to the highlights to admire paintings by European masters such as Rembrandt and Hals, and offers insight into European art history that you’re unlikely to find in the guidebooks. Plus, a small group means that you have plenty of opportunities to ask your guide questions.

This experience is unique because it combines guaranteed timed entry to the Van Gogh Museum with the flexibility of a completely self-guided visit, giving travelers the opportunity to explore freely and without the limitations of a scheduled group tour. The experience includes an audio guide that provides valuable insight into Vincent van Gogh’s life, artistic development, and emotional journey. Enjoy the galleries independently while still receiving engaging and informative commentary throughout the visit. The experience offers excellent flexibility, with no limit on the amount of time you may spend inside the museum after entry. You can discover the museum entirely at your own pace. It is ideal for travelers seeking comfort, independence, and a more personalized cultural experience. This product is also well-suited for last-minute bookings and streamlined access, helping visitors enjoy a smooth and stress-free museum visit.

Elevate your Amsterdam canal cruise when you book this experience aboard a fully covered wooden saloon boat. Cruise along the UNESCO-listed canals and see bucket-list sights like the Anne Frank House, the Rijksmuseum, and the picturesque Jordaan district while listening to commentary from your onboard guide—you get the stories behind the sights that you'd easily miss if you explored alone.