Top Netherlands Cultural Tours

Don’t waste time trying to hit the Dutch food hotspots alone, only to end up in tourist traps. Instead, join this boutique and specialized food tour through Amsterdam, during which you stop at several distinct locations. Stroll through the quaint Jordaan area and along the city's famous canals to enjoy iconic dishes like homemade Dutch apple pie in a traditional "brown" pub, exclusive cheeses in a private tasting room, and a mini ‘Rijsttafel’ from the former Dutch colony of Indonesia.

See Amsterdam in a unique light on this private tour of the city’s most notable landmarks—plus tucked-away treasures that most visitors miss. Choose to explore on foot or by bike and join a local host to get the inside scoop on highlights such as the Flower Market, Red Light District, and Rembrandt’s house. Customize your itinerary according to your interests on this personalizable tour.

Explore Amsterdam the way it was meant to be seen—by bike—on this private tour. Follow a local host on a personalized tour of the city's most interesting neighborhoods and attractions. It’s a great way to soak up the sights and atmosphere in one of Europe’s most bike-friendly cities. Your local guide is a bike pro and makes this private tour an easy ride, with a stop for a local drink or snack.

Get an inside peek at Amsterdam's well-known sex industry during this exclusive tour of the Bonton nightlife club. Listen to candid commentary from your guide, a real-life former sex worker, as you explore the building's lush interior, including changing rooms and even the VIP rooms.

Explore the area surrounding Amsterdam's notorious Red Light District and also learn about Dutch food culture on this private walking tour from Central Station to Dam Square. Get away from the crowds and get insights into local life and culture from your expert guide. Along the way, taste foods such as a *kroket,* Dutch cheese, and *stroopwafel.*

Explore Amsterdam’s two top museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—without getting overwhelmed during a private or small-group half-day excursion. With your art historian guide, head to the glorious Rijksmuseum. Chart the history of Dutch art and view treasures by Rembrandt and others. After, head to the Van Gogh Museum. Follow your guide to the must-see pieces, and learn more about the artist than you would going alone.

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.

Explore two must-visit Amsterdam museums—the Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum—on a small-group Amsterdam combo tour that saves you hours of waiting in line. Head straight to the highlights of the Rijksmuseum to see the exhibitions on Dutch art and history from the Middle Ages, including masterpieces such as Rembrandt’s *Night Watch*. After time for lunch, head inside the Van Gogh Museum to see *Sunflowers* and more.

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.

Get to know Amsterdam like a local on a private, fully personalized experience. Starting from your accommodation or 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 authentic Amsterdam.

Go beyond Amsterdam and explore the Dutch countryside with this group tour to Volendam, Zaanse Schans, and Edam. After boarding your air-conditioned minibus, relax knowing that the logistics, planning, and organization are all sorted. Enjoy an itinerary that includes a guided tour of the Zaanse Schans windmills, a visit to the fishing village of Volendam, and free time to explore the historic town of Edam.

Experience Dutch nature and culture on this day trip from Amsterdam. Enjoy traditional activities such as visiting a clog and wooden shoe workshop, stopping by a cheese farm for Gouda tasting, and admiring historic windmills at Molen De Kat. Plus, you'll explore one of the world’s largest flower gardens, the Keukenhof Gardens and save hours waiting in line with skip the line access.

Visit the historic Zaanse Schans neighborhood without the need to navigate unfamiliar public transportation with this private tour from Amsterdam. Let your guide lead the way as you see historic windmills, taste cheese at a cheese factory, and watch a shoemaker carving traditional wooden clogs. Ideal for travelers who want to see a little more of the country outside its capital city.

Plan your Amsterdam itinerary with flexible entry to the Stedelijk Museum. Beat decision overwhelm with prebooked admission to this contemporary art and design museum, including works by Chagall, Pollock, Warhol, Yayoi Kusama, and 20th-century Dutch masters. Explore the displays at your own pace with an included audio guide available in multiple languages.

Explore a picturesque landscape of quiet canals, wooden bridges, and Dutch homes on a full-day tour from Amsterdam to Giethoorn, the ‘Venice of the Netherlands.’ Avoid crowded public transport and travel in a small group on a bus from central Amsterdam to Giethoorn. The village has no main roads, so along with your tour guide, take a boat trip cruising through Giethoorn’s canals and hear interesting information about the local history and people.

Floating through the canals of Amsterdam is a great way to see the city in style. Appreciate canal culture as your captain tells you stories about the sights as you pass—you see historic homes, postcard-perfect stone bridges, and other top Amsterdam attractions, all away from the crowds of the city streets. Two departure points in different parts of Amsterdam even make it convenient no matter where you're staying.

Get an intimate glimpse of the Netherlands' cycle-loving capital on this short bike tour. Stay clear of the crowds as you cruise through areas such as Jordaan and Vondelpark, and benefit from your small-group guide's personalized attention and insights as you pass by landmarks including the Anne Frank House and Rijksmuseum. Cycle hire comes covered in the price and you can upgrade to include a 1-hour canal cruise.

Short on sightseeing time? That doesn’t mean you have to compromise on exploring during your Amsterdam vacation. With this group tour, your guide handles the packed itinerary for you, which includes things like a cheese factory in Zaanse Schans and a boat ride in Giethoorn. On top of that, you can request hotel pickup for an even more seamless experience.

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.

Discover the sightseeing highlights of Utrecht with a local guide to show you around the city on this guided walking tour. Learn all about Utrecht’s history and vibrant present as you navigate its cobbled streets and along its canals with the help of your guide. See Dom Tower, Mariaplaats, and much more.

See a different side to Amsterdam with this guided tour around the edges of the Red Light District. Learn about the history of sex work, Dutch tolerance policies, and the neighborhood’s unique culture—gaining insight most travelers miss out on. As of 2020, tours inside the district are no longer permitted, so this experience takes you along the perimeter and provides a handy map to help you explore the area independently—and respectfully—once the guided walk ends.

Visit the picturesque town of Giethoorn on a full-day tour from Amsterdam, which offers a peaceful escape from the bustle of the Dutch capital. Take a boat ride through the town nicknamed the "Venice of the North" and enjoy some free time to explore the car-free village with its picturesque wooden bridges and farmhouses with centuries-old thatched roofs. You won't feel rushed on this relaxed excursion, which lets you soak up the tranquility of Giethoorn at your own pace.

Make the most of your time in Rotterdam with a private half-day tour covering top highlights like the Old Harbor, Euromast, Meent shopping district, and Luchtsingel Bridge. The tour includes snacks, lunch, all admission tickets, and hotel pickup for added convenience. Booking a private tour ensures a customized experience and your guide’s full attention.

Amsterdam’s Red Light District has long been a place of intrigue for visitors to the canal city, but there’s much more than first meets the eye. Led by a local insider, this adult-only walking tour takes you off the tourist trail and offers a safe and entertaining way to explore the streets surrounding De Wallen, while answering any questions you may have.