Top Amsterdam Tours, Sightseeing & Cruises

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.

Escape the bustle of central Amsterdam and enjoy a canal cruise with the option to add on one drink or an unlimited drinks package. Relax aboard a comfortable boat as you glide past notable landmarks in the late afternoon and evening, including the Canal Belt, Skinny Bridge, Dancing Houses, and more. With various departure times available, select a tour that best suits your schedule. Along the way, your English-speaking skipper will provide insightful commentary on the area’s rich history and culture.

Cruising the canals of Amsterdam is a must for first-time visitors to the city. This family-friendly boat trip sees you getting to know your fellow cruisers as you sip drinks and sample snacks. Soak up unparalleled city views from the open boat in summer and a heated, closed boat from October to March as you cruise around the UNESCO-listed canal ring, spotting landmarks including the Rijksmuseum and the Skinny Bridge.

Glide through Amsterdam’s canals in style and comfort aboard a 100% electric luxury boat. Enjoy a relaxed cruise past top landmarks such as the Anne Frank House and the Jordaan district, while your live guide and skipper share stories about the city’s history and culture and pour you drinks from the onboard bar (if option selected). In summer, cruise on an open boat and take in the views with a drink from the onboard bar. On colder or rainy days, stay warm and comfortable on a covered saloon boat, with blankets provided.

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.

Discover the artistry of Vincent van Gogh at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam, home to the largest collection of his masterpieces. This visit provides a unique insight into his creative journey, showcasing iconic works like Sunflowers and The Bedroom, alongside personal letters and sketches that reveal his thoughts and emotions. Skip the long lines and dive directly into the world of one of history's greatest painters, whether you're an art lover or visiting for the first time. Immerse yourself in the evolution of his art from dark Dutch tones to vibrant canvases that defined his legacy.

Get a feel for Amsterdam, without getting sore feet as you explore the city, with this canal cruise. Simply board your boat, and let your skipper-guide handle the navigation and the route. Enjoy an itinerary that passes historic buildings and lively neighborhoods, as you listen to insightful commentary along the way.

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.

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.

You’ve seen the canals—now it’s time to get on the water. During this 1-hour cruise, you pass all of the Dutch capital's waterfront highlights. As you listen to stories from your guide or an audio guide, you float past islands, beautiful bridges, Centraal Station, historic warehouses, churches, and more, leaving with a deeper appreciation of this historic city than you'd get if you tried sightseeing alone.

Immerse yourself in the countryside of the Netherlands and enjoy a quintessentially Dutch experience on the back of a comfortable bike on this guided tour from Amsterdam. Escape the bustling city crowds with the help of a local guide to lead you along at a comfortable pace. See picturesque villages and windmills, with plenty of time to stop for photos, and take a break at a farm to try two freshly-made cheeses.

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.

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.

Enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed, gentle pace on this Amsterdam canal cruise. Simply board your boat in Amsterdam-Noord and sit back, as you take in panoramic views of the city's highlights. Pass by landmarks and monuments, including the Anne Frank House, Skinny Bridge, Scheepvaartshuis, Westerkerk, and more, as you make your way through the city's waterways.

Want to see the sights of Amsterdam from a boat, yet avoid the tourist crowds? Step aboard an electric sloop with a small group and enjoy unobstructed views of the city's landmarks. Enjoy Dutch snacks like bitterballen, stroopwafels, and local cheese as well as drinks from the open bar—including beer, wine, mulled wine, hot chocolate, and Dutch jenever—while your captain shares stories about the secrets of the city.

Discover the charms of Bruges on this 12-hour excursion from Amsterdam. As you travel by bus, learn about the history of Belgium. Explore the city of Bruges, visiting the Market Square, Town Hall, and other historic sights. See one of Michelangelo’s masterpieces in the Church of Our Lady and enjoy a bit of free time before your return to the Netherlands.

Dive deeper into Dutch traditions and the beauty of the Netherlands with this fascinating day trip from Amsterdam. A great way to learn more about the country, this full-day tour is led by a local insider who will take you to some of the best sightseeing spots in Giethoorn. You’ll also visit the historic windmill village of Zaanse Schans and swing by a cheese factory and wooden clog workshop.

Orientate yourself in Amsterdam and discover the city’s highlights as well as its hidden gems on a bike tour. Zip easily between landmarks, saving time and covering more ground that possible by foot, ideal for visitors with limited time in the city. Enjoy the more personalized experience of a small-group tour of max 11 people, and gain insight into Amsterdam’s history and culture from your guide.

Immerse yourself in Dutch culture on this full-day tour through the countryside with round-trip transport from Amsterdam. In addition to navigating, your guide offers little-known facts and anecdotes about each stop on the itinerary, including a traditional clog shop, artisan cheese factory, rural windmills, and the village of Giethoorn. Don’t forget your camera: The day also features a boat ride through Giethoorn’s waterways with rare views of the area.

Visit three of the Netherlands’ most interesting cities in one day on this small-group tour from Amsterdam. Led by a local expert, this full-day tour of The Hague, Delft, and Rotterdam offers travelers a fascinating overview of each city and select attractions. Highlights include Binnenhof & Ridderzaal—a 13th-century Gothic castle still used as a parliament building—Delft Markt, and the 14th-century Old Harbour in Rotterdam. Hotel pickup is included.

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.

Cruise Amsterdam’s scenic canals in a fully electric boat, while your hosts give you a glimpse into modern Dutch life. Enjoy an open bar with local goodies like craft beer, wines, and nonalcoholic beverages. A snack platter with fruit, cheese, cookies, and sausages is also provided. This peaceful, scenic cruise is a great choice for first-time visitors and those who want to escape the crowds on land.

Learn about Amsterdam’s World War II history and gain insight into the life of Anne Frank 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.