Top Netherlands Half-day Tours

Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter is a significant city landmark with a unique past, but fully appreciating its World War II history can be difficult on a self-led tour. Gain insight into the experience of Anne Frank and other Jewish residents on a walking tour, and benefit from included admission to the Jewish Historical Museum and National Holocaust Museum for a deeper understanding of the city’s Jewish heritage.

A trip to Keukenhof Gardens is a must if you visit Amsterdam in the springtime. First stop for photo ops at the Tulip Experience Amsterdam before sailing past long lines with a skip-the-line admission ticket. Then spend free time exploring the gardens, flower shows, and art exhibits at a pace suited to you.

Gain an overview of rural Holland on this half-day private tour to Volendam, Marken, Broek, and Monnickendam, with hotel pickup and round-trip transportation ensuring a hassle-free trip. Benefit from personalized attention and insider knowledge as you visit locally-loved eateries and hidden hamlets, avoiding hidden costs with activities included as per itinerary.

Absorb the canal-front sights of Amsterdam on a leisurely sightseeing cruise. Take a seat in a comfortable glass-topped boat and enjoy the views as you glide along the city’s UNESCO World Heritage–listed canals and listen to the audio commentary. Kids’ tickets come with a goodie bag and a special audio commentary designed to keep them entertained.

Explore Amsterdam like a local by pedaling through its streets on a bike tour of the city. Cover far more ground than you could by walking while your guide shares local insights, practical tips, and stories. Choose the route that suits you best and check off multiple sights along the way.

Get acquainted with the artistic masterworks inside Amsterdam's iconic Rijksmuseum on this small-group or private guided tour. Delve into the history of Holland’s artistic heritage with your expert guide and see collections by world-famous painters like Van Gogh, Vermeer, and Rembrandt during your enriching tour.

Amsterdam is a gorgeous city full of incredible attractions and picturesque canals, but it can be hard to fit as much as you want to see into one vacation. With this private car or bus tour, you can take in way more of this historic city than you ever could on foot. It’s ideal for first-time visitors, thanks to a driver who helps them get their bearings with ease.

From a luxury, glass-enclosed boat, enjoy the highlights of Amsterdam along its UNESCO-listed canals during this cruise. Hear commentary about sites such as the Anne Frank House, the Golden Bend, the National Maritime Museum, and the Skinny Bridge (Magere Brug). With a variety of departure times available, this water-based jaunt is easy to fit into your day of sightseeing.

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.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of Amsterdam with this private tour of Keukenhof Gardens. Beat the hassle of navigating unfamiliar public transportation with hotel pickup and drop-off, and leave the planning and organization of your day up to your guide. Explore and relax in the botanical gardens and parkland, as well as the nearby tulip fields.

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!

Wander the gardens of Keukenhof—without being rushed along in a group—on an independent visit that includes a handy audio guide. Transfers from Amsterdam are included, so reaching the botanical attraction couldn’t be simpler, and skip-the-line access means you head straight inside. Pause to snap photos of tulips, daffodils, and other flowers, and gain a deeper understanding of the Dutch flower industry.

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.

Cheese, clogs, and windmills are three Netherlands icons, but you need to get out of the city to enjoy them. Cover ground you couldn’t hope to cover on a group tour in a chauffeur-driven Mercedes-Benz vehicle when you book this private tour, direct from Schiphol airport or hotels in Amsterdam, Rotterdam, The Hague, and Utrecht. See Zaanse Schans, Marken, and Volendam with a stop at a clogs and cheese shop.

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.

Experience typically Dutch landscapes of fishing villages, windmills, and craftsmen’s shops on an award-winning small-group tour from Amsterdam. Visit restored windmills in Zaanse Schans, and walk the dikes and harbor of Volendam, a pretty port lined with bright houses and sailboats. Sample locally-make cheeses and Dutch schnapps, and enjoy time to choose a restaurant for lunch.

Take a break from the busy capital and discover the ‘Garden of Europe’ on a day trip to Keukenhof from Amsterdam. Explore the park’s tulip-lined pavilions with your guide and learn about the park’s botanical history, then take advantage of free time to wander at your own pace. Travel with ease to the outlying attraction with included round-trip transfer from a central Amsterdam location.

Explore the Netherlands beyond Amsterdam on this private, guided tour. Head to the charming Zaanse Schans—a historic windmill village—and take a guided tour around the pretty lanes and watersides, passing green-painted houses, wooden barns, and traditional shops. Watch clogs and cheese being made at craft workshops, visit a working windmill, and more. As it's a private tour, go at a pace that suits you, and stop for photos wherever you choose.

Explore the charming village of Kinderdijk, famous for its windmills, on this private guided bike tour from Rotterdam. Ride around the scenic area with stops for coffee, a snack in the fields, and at a local cheese farm. Includes a visit to the official windmill museum and waterbus from Rotterdam.

If your Amsterdam sightseeing wishlist is long but your available time is short, this private, customizable half-day tour lets you check off top city sights at your preferred pace. Explore only the attractions you're interested in, such as the Royal Palace, and skip stops at any places you don't care for.

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.

Trade Amsterdam’s bustle for the tranquility of the Dutch countryside—and enjoy a personalized sightseeing experience—on this private, half-day tour. Following morning pickup from your Amsterdam hotel, hop aboard your comfortable, private vehicle. Your first destination in Zaanse Schans, where you can admire its windmills. Next, head to the Volendam fishing village.

Learn more about Anne Frank & the Jewish History of Amsterdam in this Private Walking Tour and end at the Anne Frank House. Travel back in time to the 16th century when Amsterdam became a safe place for Jewish families fleeing Southern & Eastern Europe. Wander through the Jewish quarter with our guide and see the famous landmarks. Discover the awful stories of families who were hiding from the Germans in WWII and feel the tension of living in Amsterdam during wartime. Hear how hundreds of Jewish children were saved from deportation and explore the beautiful Jewish district. Learn about Anne Frank and see the Westerkerk and Anne Frank House from the outside. At the end of the tour, you have the opportunity to visit the Anne Frank house unguided. We will advise how to get tickets for the house, subject to ticket availability. If booking less than 10 days before your tour, you will receive the Virtual Reality experience of the Anne Frank House instead. No additional purchases required

Kickstart your visit to Amsterdam on a private and personalized sightseeing tour of the city’s hot spots and can’t-miss attractions. Stroll through some of the most interesting areas, such as Dam Square and the Red Light District (De Wallen), while a local host shares insight and tips on the best places to shop, dine, and explore like a local.