Top Netherlands Walking Tours

Explore The Hague with a local guide to show you some of the city’s top attractions and lead you safely through the streets on this small-group tour. See Noordeinde Palace, the Ridderzaal, Grote Kerk, the statue of Hague Harry, and more without worrying about getting turned around or missing out on the history behind what you see.

Enjoy a wide-ranging introduction to Amsterdam’s highlights and history on this small-group walking tour. Pick between morning and afternoon start times, meet your guide right in the heart of the city, and set off on foot. You’ll see highlights like the Royal Palace and the Red Light District, will learn about the city’s origins and key moments in its history, will admire its UNESCO-listed center, and more.

Discover Rotterdam with a guide to take you through the city on this small-group walking tour. Learn all about Rotterdam’s culture, history, and architecture from a local guide who calls the city their home. See Markthal, Grote of Sint-Laurenskerk, the port of Leuvehaven, and much more, without worrying about getting lost or missing out on the stories behind the landmarks.

Experience the charm of Delft as you walk through picturesque streets, canals, and regal squares on this small-group walking tour. Uncover the secrets behind the Old Church's leaning tower, the iconic blue Delft pottery, and the royal vault in the Nieuwe Kerk (New Church). Optionally, conclude the tour with a short guided visit to the church, including the entrance ticket at an additional cost.

Learn about Amsterdam’s World War II history and gain insight into Anne Frank's life on this small-group walking tour of the Jewish Quarter. See the Jewish Historical Museum, the Portuguese Synagogue, and the Auschwitz Monument. Learn about events such as the February Strike and the Winter of Hunger from a local perspective.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Explore Amsterdam through its legends, history, and ghost stories on this small-group walking tour through the historic city center. Wander through old streets and dark alleyways as you hear tales of witches, mysterious events, and reported ghostly encounters. Visit places such as the Spooksteeg (“Ghost Alley”) and the Schreierstoren (“Tower of Tears”) and uncover stories that have been passed down in Amsterdam for centuries. This tour goes beyond simply telling legends and ghost stories. We dug into Amsterdam’s archives to uncover the real events behind these centuries-old stories and show you original historical documents along the way. As you explore, search for the seven deadly sins and seven virtues hidden within the stories with our Urban Legend Bingo, enjoy a typical Dutch treat, and take home a small souvenir.

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.

Experience a 2-hour walking tour of Amsterdam's Jewish Quarter and immerse yourself in the moving history of the 2nd century. World War I. You will start at the famous Anne Frank statue, around the corner from the Anne Frank House and follow its exciting tracks. Let yourself be carried away by passages from Anne's diary and dive deep into Jewish history before and after the Second World War on an informative tour together with a passionate guide. World War I entered Amsterdam. Pass the Anne Frank House, the Portuguese Synagogue and look at stumbling blocks and monuments that recall the courageous resistance in the Third Reich. Discover how the Jewish community lives in multicultural Amsterdam today. Explore the Jewish Quarter of the Dutch capital on this tour and enjoy an unforgettable experience. Note : The Anne Frank House is visited from the outside on this tour, but not visited.

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 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.

Discover the supernatural side of Amsterdam on this small-group ghost tour packed full of intriguing mysteries, unsolved crimes, and spooky sightings. With a mix of local legends and tragic true stories, your guide reveals the city’s chilling history as you wander through hidden alleyways, turn mysterious corners, and walk over shadowy bridges during this extended 2-hour experience.

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, and beat the crowds if you book the earlier departure time. The price includes tastings of cheese and other local produce, as well as interior tours.

Experience the delights of Rotterdam’s local and international cuisine while getting to know the city on this walking food tour. Beginning your adventure at the Central Station and ending at a waterfront brewery, you’ll taste Dutch specialties such as "bitterballen" and "poffertjes", along with craft beers and treats from the vibrant port city’s global community.

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.

Follow in the footsteps of Corrie ten Boom, who bravely turned her home into a hiding place for Jews during the Second World War. On this group Haarlem walking tour, visit key locations connected to her story, including where she was arrested, and stop at the Joods Monument Haarlem, a moving tribute to the city's Jewish residents. As you walk, your guide will bring Corrie's story to life, sharing historical context and insights you’d likely miss exploring alone.

Experience the Rijksmuseum's treasures on a semi-private tour led by a licensed guide. Delve into the Golden Age of Dutch Masters, including Rembrandt and Vermeer. Explore iconic artworks and immerse yourself in Dutch art history in just 90 minutes. Your tour includes a museum ticket with skip-the-line admission so you can avoid waiting in long lines. Note that this tour is not wheelchair accessible and has a moderate level of difficulty.

Understanding Amsterdam’s Red Light District (De Wallen) can be difficult without local context, but this private walking tour offers a clear, informed introduction with a guide leading the way. Travel along Zeedijk Street and through Chinatown, all while learning about how the area has evolved. As you walk past red-lit windows and adult entertainment venues, your guide separates fact from fiction and explains the social history of the district, including how prostitution was legalized in the Netherlands in 2000, and the culture surrounding coffee shops (licensed venues where cannabis is legally sold and consumed).

Get a true insider's view of Amsterdam on this private or small-group walking tour. Your leads you to a mix of highlights and hidden gems, and offers insightful commentary that you won't get in the guidebooks. Along the way, stop and learn about some of the major sites, too. Visit such spots as Dam Square, artists' squats, leaning houses, Prinsengracht, the thinnest house, the oldest canals, and more, for a well-rounded introduction to the Dutch capital.

Take advantage of the close proximity of European countries on a day trip to Bruges from Amsterdam. Ideal for travelers who want to see more of Europe in less time, this tour saves you the hassle of planning by taking care of transport. A guided walking tour of Bruges' UNESCO-listed Old Town will give you a good overview so you can later explore the city independently at your own pace.