Top Netherlands Sightseeing Tours in 2026

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.

Bypass the lines at the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam and admire van Gogh’s works with your very own private guide. Gain priority access and explore the highlights of the museum, home to the world’s biggest Vincent van Gogh art collection. Let your guide introduce you to sublime masterpieces, such as ‘Sunflowers.’ Discover the significance of lesser-known paintings and explore pieces by artists who influenced his style, including Gauguin and Monet. A perfect introduction to the museum and the life and work of the great artist.

An Amsterdam canal cruise is a must for any visitor to Amsterdam, but the caliber of the experience varies widely. Elevate your trip on this intimate dinner cruise in a classic saloon boat with all window tables. Enjoy a welcome glass of bubbles (alcohol-free option available), a range of small bites, then a 3-course menu served hot from partner restaurant Le Hollandais. Additional drinks are available to purchase on board.

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.

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.

Planning a day trip to Keukenhof and Zaanse Schans means juggling separate tickets, transport, and timings. Leave the logistics to a local guide, who leads the way from Amsterdam to Keukenhof Gardens, then on to Zaanse Schans, a village known for its traditional windmills and wooden houses. Along the way, enjoy a cheese tasting, a clog-making demonstration, and a windmill tour.

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.

Learn more about the Dutch Golden Age on a private tour of the Rijksmuseum. Deepen your appreciation of the exhibits as your guide provides historical and cultural insights into masterpieces from artists such as Rembrandt, Vermeer, and Van Gogh. Explore at your own pace and enjoy the undivided attention of your private guide.

The Van Gogh Museum often sells out, so you can easily miss it without planning ahead. A prebooked time slot secures your visit to see works such as “Sunflowers” and the artist’s self-portraits. Pair it with a canal cruise past 17th-century architecture, bridges, and churches along the UNESCO World Heritage-listed canals, away from the crowds on land.

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.

See a different side of Amsterdam as you admire its beautiful canals by night on this cruise. Give your body a break from a day of exploring and relax as you pass by landmarks such as the Westerkerk and Rijksmuseum. As you cruise, learn more about the city’s history via an audio guide, available in multiple languages so you can listen in your native language.

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.

Admire Amsterdam’s top attractions without having to contend with the crowds on land during a cruise of the UNESCO-listed Canal Ring (Grachtengordel). Enjoy an intimate atmosphere in a small group limited to 12 people, as you sail past city highlights such as the Red Light District, Magere Brug (Skinning Bridge), and Zuiderkerk (Southern Bridge).

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.

This award-winning Amsterdam canal cruise departs in the early morning, before the city comes alive. Marvel at the clear, mirrored reflections of canal homes on the water while you float past landmarks and your Amsterdam-raised captains narrate. You'll cruise on a historic, electric boat from 1928 that's hosted royals and has an open-air sundeck. Coffee, tea, and snacks are provided along with a cozy atmosphere on this small-group tour.

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.

Millions of people travel to Amsterdam to see where the Frank family hid from the Nazis. In this guided tour, we retrace part of the route Anne took on her journey to the hiding place. Travelling back in time to WWII Amsterdam, we'll learn about Anne's life & the ‘secret annex’ and experience Anne’s emotions during the dark days of war. The tour ends near Anne Frank house where you enter the Secret Annex via a virtual reality recreation (made by the Anne Frank Foundation). Entering the hiding place through the bookcase, you'll see that unlike the actual house, the VR house still has furniture, giving a feel of how it was to live there in 1942-44. There’s no crowds, you have the virtual Anne Frank house to yourself to explore at your own pace. This is as close to the real thing as you can get, without stepping foot in the house. Ideal for those who can’t get tickets or access to the Annex. ** This tour does NOT start at Anne Frank House** No additional purchases required

Fans of the Heineken® brand won’t want to miss the Heineken Experience, housed in the company's original brewery located in central Amsterdam. During this guided tour, learn about the company’s history and its brewing process, plus visit the tasting room for a taste of the iconic beer or a soft drink. For added fun, upgrade to include rooftop access to explore the future of brewing and enjoy another drink with views of Amsterdam. Or, opt for a rooftop-only experience with two included drinks.

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.

Seeing Amsterdam’s canal-side sights on foot means plenty of walking and crowded bridges. A small electric boat glides quietly through the city’s waterways as a live host shares stories about the Jordaan, the Prinsengracht, and the Rijksmuseum. An onboard bar serves drinks, and an open boat in summer gives way to a warm saloon boat in cooler weather

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.

Float along central Amsterdam’s picturesque, UNESCO-listed canals—and glimpse some of the city’s top attractions—on this immersive boat tour. Choose from a convenient range of start times, meet your vessel in the city center, and grab your audio guide. As you sail through the city (spotting highlights like the Anne Frank House, Houseboat Museum, and more) learn the stories behind the sights.

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.

Relax after a busy day of sightseeing on a private evening cruise of Amsterdam’s historic canals. Take in views of the historic waterways at sunset, travelling through areas including the UNESCO-listed Canal District and De Wallen, and benefit from a customizable itinerary according to the group’s interests. Gain insight into the landmarks and routes from you local skipper, and choose a tour time that suits your schedule.