Top Netherlands Private Sightseeing Tours

Dordrecht has centuries of history, but learning about these and the city’s unique culture can be overwhelming for independent travelers. Get to know the city better, and make sure to find the best spots, with a private walking tour with a local guide. Admire Dordrecht’s Great Church, the City Hall, the Groothoofd City Gate, and more. Because this is a private tour, you can ask your guide plenty of questions.

Explore the university city of Maastricht when it’s at its most beautiful when you book this evening sightseeing tour. Alongside a private guide, walk through the city streets in search of the city’s top landmarks such as Vrijthof Square, the St. Servatius Basilica, and the old quarter of Stokstraat. While you explore, your guide provides information about the history of the city that stretches back over 1,000 years.

Walk in the steps of the famous Dutch painter, Rembrandt, during this private walking tour. Stroll through the Spiegalquarter, the artist’s old neighborhood, and visit areas like the Emperor’s Canal and Waterloo Square that he used to frequent. Then explore Rembrandt’s 17th-century home filled with period pieces, personal items, and etchings from the artist.

Get to know Amsterdam’s food scene through the eyes of a local on this private tour. Following your guide, you’ll make a handful of culinary stops across the city, tasting your way through the most iconic dishes—everything from appleschnitt to bitterballen to stroopwafels, “Dutch sashimi,” and more. You’ll also stop at a market just as the Dutch do, sampling Dutch cheeses and experiencing the local way of life. You'll also learn to make sweet and savory Dutch pancakes at your guide's home afterwards.

Explore the historic city of Amsterdam and see more than just the main streets and tourist attractions. Discover the architectural gems and historic streets, and find the best places to eat and drink with your local photographer guide. Learn how to take better photos on your phone and how to use Instagram like a pro, and enjoy the atmosphere of this truly unique city.

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.

Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Groningen through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidden gems, and authentic tips you won’t find in a guidebook. They aren’t professional guides with memorized scripts, they're locals who love their city and want you to experience it like a friend would. Whether you’re interested in food, art, history, or simply exploring the neighborhoods beyond the tourist spots, your Lokafyer will adapt the walk to your interests. By the end, you’ll feel at home in the city, with insights to keep exploring on your own.

Swap the standard itinerary of typical guided tours for a private and personalized experience of Rotterdam. Tell your private guide what you are interested in and they will create a customized tour, with no set itinerary, of Rotterdam to ensure that you experience the city more like a local than a tourist.

Famous for its pretty windmills and colorful houses, Zaanse Schans offers a snapshot of traditional life in Holland. On this tour, begin with pickup at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol and head straight there with your private guide. With entry fees included, see clog-making done the traditional way, sample local Gouda cheese, and gain insight into Holland’s traditional crafts. You can enjoy a drop-off back at the airport, or head onward to your hotel.

Go beyond simple sightseeing as you visit the Rijksmuseum for this private tour led by a trained art historian, with your skip-the-line tickets conveniently included. As you explore the extensive collections, you’ll learn about the work of Rembrandt, Van Gogh, and Vermeer, gain insights into Dutch art history, and hear stories about the individual works you’re viewing. Expect to see masterpieces as well as hidden gems you might have missed.

Skip the impersonal group tours and embark a private tour of south Holland's best attractions. Enjoy the flexibility of being able to customize the itinerary to your preferences as you explore Delft, Rotterdam, Madurodam, and the Hague.

Explore the highlights of The Hague from the perspective of a local with this private walking tour. No need to worry about a jam-packed itinerary of sights that don’t interest you—the tour is customizable with no set route, so the guide can plan a walk to suit your interests. As it’s a private tour, you can ask plenty of questions along the way, and get lots of great city tips too.

Inject some fun into exploring Zierikzee with this app-based scavenger hunt through the city. Learn about its history and top sights as you follow clues, answer quizzes, and complete tasks in a team of up to six people. Skip the hassle of following a map and follow the GPS prompts through the old town, completing the route in just two hours or taking breaks along the way.

Enjoy a unique way to explore the city of Venlo as you embark on a citywide, interactive game. Using just your smartphone, do research and answer questions about several locations in the city. Discover museums, monuments, streets, squares, and much more as you make your way through the game.

Get to know Valkenburg better on a fun e-scavenger hunt. If you enjoy the freedom of independent travel but want the structure of a guided tour, this self-guided tour via smartphone app is ideal. Solve puzzles with your team as you make your way around Valkenburg. While the tour takes 2–4 hours, you can go at your own pace and start/stop whenever you need.

Discover the castles, canals, and good folk of Utrecht the convenient way: with a self-guided audio tour, downloadable as a cellphone app. Offering you the freedom to sightsee at your own pace, the experience can be enjoyed at your convenience and with your own personal group. You learn about the city’s first-century history, and follow the footsteps of knights and emperors who have walked the streets before you.

Discover the remarkable story of Amsterdam's Royal Palace, from the world's grandest 17th-century city hall to the ceremonial palace of the Dutch monarchy. We begin outside, exploring its imposing neoclassical architecture and the ideals it was built to embody. Inside, you'll visit the former Tribunal and the breathtaking Citizens' Hall, where magnificent 17th-century marble sculptures and rich symbolism proclaimed Amsterdam's wealth, justice, and civic pride. You’ll also encounter the Batavian and biblical paintings, created after the Dutch victory in the Eighty Years' War, which reflect the stories and ideals that had inspired resistance and perseverance during the struggle for independence. The tour concludes in the former municipal offices, later transformed into elegant royal bedrooms and reception rooms, where the original 17th-century marble sculptures stand alongside royal furnishings, revealing the building's remarkable evolution from city hall to palace.

Come home with enchanting photos of Amsterdam, and enjoy taking photos using professional techniques. You’ll spend the day visiting the major sights of the iconic neighborhoods of Amsterdam. An experienced photographer and private tour guide will give you insight into their history while teaching you to capture the perfect shots. Choose between daytime and evening options, based on your needs.

Take a break from city life in Amsterdam and enjoy the beauty of the Dutch countryside on this private tour of Zaanse Schans, Volendam, and Edam. In addition to seeing picturesque windmills and canals, you’ll visit a local cheese producer and learn about the production of Gouda and Edam cheese. The tour offers a balance of scheduled stops and free time, and you can customize it to your preferences.

This private sightseeing tour of Amsterdam takes you around the historic city center by rickshaw (aka pedicab). Travel with ease while your driver-guide narrates the highlights; you’ll pass by the Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, and other attractions. With a customized itinerary, your driver makes brief stops at Vondelpark or other scenic spots. Hotel pickup and drop-off at central Amsterdam locations are included.

Zaanse Schans is known for its historic buildings and working windmills, but getting an inside perspective of the traditional region can be difficult alone or on large group tours. Explore Zaanse Schans with a private local host on a tour from Amsterdam that can be customized according to your preferences. Visit a clog workshop, traditional dairy, and chocolate factory, and admire the working windmills that have become symbolic of the Netherlands.

Amsterdam's Red Light district (De Wallen) is one of the city's most interesting areas. Rather than wandering around by yourself, book this private tour to learn about the area's history as well as its current situation. Discover nearby landmarks as the Old Church, which is the oldest building in Amsterdam, as well as places that you'd never find on your own.

Visiting museums enriches your and your children’s lives, but traveling and waiting in line can be challenging for kids. This private family tour offers skip-the-line access at the Van Gogh Museum. A kid-friendly, engaging guide shares fascinating facts and stories about Vincent Van Gogh, including games and activities while showing you his iconic works of art.

Every winter, Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals come alive with glittering light sculptures and installations—and this private canal boat tour is the perfect way to view them. Bundle up in cozy clothes, meet your vessel in the city center, and hop aboard. You’ll glide through the city’s picturesque waterways, get up close with the light show, and enjoy hot Gluhwein and traditional Dutch snacks aboard your comfortable, heated boat.