All Amsterdam Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 2

There are hundreds of great Amsterdam tours you can add to your itinerary, with something to suit every travel interest and budget. Some of the current tours with the top ratings from previous travelers are:

• Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise, Drinks and Cheese Option
• Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise Unlimited Drinks & Bites Option
• All-Inclusive Amsterdam Canal Cruise with Drinks and Dutch Bites
• Anne Frank Guided Walking Tour through Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter
• Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with Onboard Bar

Yes, adding Amsterdam tours to your trip to this fascinating city is definitely worth it. You can certainly explore on your own. But your visit to the Dutch capital is greatly enhanced with a tour or two—like an expert-led walk through the fabulous Rijksmuseum, a history lesson in the city’s Jewish quarter, or a leisurely boat trip along Amsterdam’s network of canals.

Per one customer who booked the Anne Frank and Jewish Quarter Walking Tour, “Peter was an excellent guide! He provided so much valuable information and had a picture book to go along with his stories which was really great and significantly enhanced the experience. Doing this tour prior to going to The Anne Frank House (separate booking) enhanced that experience greatly.”

The price range of Amsterdam tours varies considerably, largely dependent on a tour’s duration and what’s included. There are hour-long sightseeing boat tours that start at around US$20–30 per person, with multi-day Amsterdam itineraries costing US$1,000 and up per person. Many of the most popular options are in the US$20–50 range, including boat rides, bike tours, and even day trips.

On the lower end of the price range, you can book tours like 2 Hours Best Storytelling Walking Tour Amsterdam for around US$5 per person. This will give you a quick overview of the city’s iconic sites from your guide, including the Canal Belt (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) and the Royal Palace. Pricier options include VIP tours, like the Panoramic Private City Tour in Amsterdam (around US$500), where your guide picks you up at your hotel for a private tour around the city.

Amsterdam isn’t huge, but there is much to see. You can visit major art museums like the Rijksmuseum, explore the historic Jewish quarter, cycle through the streets like a local, sample the city’s delicious food, or see city landmarks while you drift along on a canal boat. There are also numerous options that include trips into the countryside.

Consider a tour that visits as many attractions and landmarks as possible within the city. For example, book the Amsterdam Small-Group Bike Tour With Canal Cruise, Drinks, and Cheese, and you’ll get to experience the city’s landmarks with a guide, like the locals do: on two wheels, in the open air. Afterward, scope out Amsterdam from the water—its most gorgeous side—while relaxing on a canal cruise.

Since the city is relatively small and easy to get around, you could probably see the major attractions in a 3-day stay. But if you want to see Amsterdam and some of the surrounding area (or prefer traveling more leisurely), you may want to plan for five days in the Dutch capital.

Summers in Amsterdam can be pretty crowded and expensive, so many travelers agree that the best time to visit is in one of the shoulder seasons: the spring months of April and May or the fall months of September–November. The weather is usually still warm, though it can get chilly after dark, and crowds aren’t quite as big as in the summer high season.

According to travelers, these are the best attractions in Amsterdam:

• Anne Frank House
• Amsterdam Central Station
• Herengracht
• Bloemenmarkt
• Rijksmuseum

View Viator’s guide to all the best attractions in Amsterdam.

There are tons of great trips to take from Amsterdam. According to traveler reviews, these are the best day trips to book right now:

• Day Trip to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken from Amsterdam
• Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam and Marken Tour
• Giethoorn, Afsluitdijk, Zaanse Schans Day Tour Incl Hotel Pick Up
• Giethoorn and Zaanse Schans Windmills Day Trip from Amsterdam
• Rotterdam, Delft, and The Hague Small Group Tour from Amsterdam

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You don’t have to spend a fortune to have a great time in Amsterdam. Here are some of the best Amsterdam activities for US$25 or less:

• Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise, Drinks and Cheese Option
• Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise Unlimited Drinks & Bites Option
• Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise with Onboard Bar
• Amsterdam Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option
• Absolutely Amsterdam - the Essential Introduction Walking Tour

There are tons of Amsterdam activities to enjoy in the fresh air. Here are some of the top outdoor tours to book right now:

• Amsterdam: Canal Cruise in Open Boat with Unlimited Drinks Option
• Guided Bike Tour of Amsterdam's Highlights and Hidden Gems
• Amazing Open Boat Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Two Drinks Incl.
• Amsterdam: Cruise through the Amsterdam UNESCO Canals
• Amsterdam: Bike Rental

View all of Viator’s top outdoor activities in Amsterdam.

According to travelers, these are the top museums and cultural attractions in Amsterdam:

• Rijksmuseum
• Van Gogh Museum
• H’ART Museum
• Houseboat Museum (Woonboot Museum)
• NEMO Science Museum

View all of Viator’s museum tickets and passes in Amsterdam.

Couples will find plenty of romantic tours in Amsterdam. Here are some of the top activities to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise, Drinks and Cheese Option
• Amsterdam: Luxury Canal Cruise Unlimited Drinks & Bites Option
• Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Live Guide and Unlimited Drinks
• Amazing Open Boat Amsterdam Canal Cruise With Two Drinks Included
• Amsterdam Flower Boat Canal Cruise with Local Guide

View all of Viator’s top romantic tours in Amsterdam.

Amsterdam has enough activities to entertain every member of your family. Here are some of the top kid-friendly tours to book now, according to previous travelers:

• Ticket to The Ultimate 5D Flight Experience at This Is Holland
• Body Worlds Amsterdam Fast-lane Ticket
• Amsterdam Highlights Sightseeing Cruise
• NEMO Science Museum Amsterdam Admission Ticket
• Amsterdam Small-Group Canal Cruise With Dutch Snacks and Drink

View all of Viator’s top family-friendly tours in Amsterdam.