Amsterdam: Private Guided Walking Tour (French or English)
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
- 3 hours (approx.)
- Pickup offered
- Group discounts
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Explore Amsterdam at your own pace—and pack more into your visit—with a private tour built around you. Accompanied by a local guide, you’ll get to know the local area as you listen to insightful commentary, discover secret spots big groups can’t reach, and stroll around charming neighborhoods, including Noordermarkt and Dam Square. Plus, there will be plenty of time for shopping and dining afterwards—just ask your guide for recommendations.
- Enjoy the personalized experience of a private guide
- Great for families: Engaging guide brings history to life with fun facts
- Visit the oldest street in Amsterdam and discover hidden courtyards
- Choose from 2-hour and 3-hour tours to suit your schedule
What's Included
- Local Dutch guide (English or French speaking host)
- You’ll receive helpful links to make the most of your time in Amsterdam after the tour
- Recommendation for dining, shopping, food, drinks, boats and sightseeing
- An enlightening, captivating and fun experience
- A passionate and great storyteller
- Transportation (we will be walking)
- Gratuities
- Food and drinks
Meeting and Pickup
You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup
Itinerary
1
Centraal Station
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
2
Zeedijk
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Amsterdam Canal Ring
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Oude Kerk
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
5
Oostindisch Huis
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
6
Dam Square
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
7
Torensluis
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
8
The Jordaan
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
9
Noordermarkt
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
10
Amsterdam
15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
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Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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Reviews
4.9
based on 25 reviews
Lawrence_K, Mar 2026
We had a wonderful tour guide, and he was very informative with a lot of interesting information. However, I would have wanted to get more history of the city and the country, rather than details that we’re unnecessary, such as How Much Sex Workers, charge or pay for rent.
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you for your review! I include certain topics as they are frequently asked by visitors and help provide context and understanding. I try to always tailor the content to the audience, and I truly appreciate your feedback.
Sarah_M, Feb 2026
Excellent way to know the real Amsterdam - Chris was an amazing guide, really knowledgeable, very personable and felt like in the few hours we were in his company that we got to know the city more than any guide book. Really recommend him!
Response from Host, Mar 2026
Thank you so much for your kind words! I'm really glad you felt connected to the city, that’s exactly the goal :)
Denise_S, Oct 2025
Chris was a great tour guide and we learned a lot about Amsterdam. We covered a lot of ground and enjoyed the experience. Chris also provided some great ideas on places to eat and other experiences. Great job, Chris! Thank your for a great day!
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so Much Denise ! :)
bettina_s, Oct 2025
Chris was very knowledgeable of the history of Amsterdam. It was very enjoyable and informative. I would highly recommend it
Response from Host, Oct 2025
That means a lot, thank you!
timothy_s, Sep 2025
Chris was a wonderful guide. Very knowledgeable about the history of Amsterdam and Netherlands. As we walked he pointed out so many interesting buildings and sights. We really enjoyed his funny stories and his insights from him having grown up in and around Amsterdam.
I would highly recommend Chris as a guide, he was very easy to like.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Loved showing you around, thanks for the amazing feedback!
Anonymous, Sep 2025
Chris was fabulous. Great guide. Very knowledgeable about the history of the Netherlands and Amsterdam.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed the experience!
Cynthia_F, Aug 2025
Very enlightening. Loved hearing so much history about Amsterdam and with humor too
Our guide Chris was excellent.
Response from Host, Oct 2025
Thank you so much!
Mary_B, Aug 2025
Great walking tour!
Local guide very knowledgeable about the history of Amsterdam. Would highly recommend as a start when visiting Amsterdam for the first time
Marion_B, Jul 2025
Very informative. Very pleasant tour director. We enjoyed the highlights of Amsterdam and the inside local knowledge. I would recommend this tour for first time visitors
Thomas_S, Jul 2025
He was very knowledgeable about the area, provided pictures and maps of the buildings history. Shared links for shopping and dining. He recommended a great place for lunch. He spent some extra time at the end of the tour and showed us areas where we haven’t been in other tours. We enjoyed the personal touch provided by the guide.
Roni_C, Jul 2025
Chris was very knowledgeable about the city. He had lots of great stories about the history of the buildings and how Amsterdam came to be.
Allan_H, Jul 2025
Our tour guide Chris was extremely knowledgeable, personable and beyond else extremely patient .. Thoroughly enjoyed the insights provided by him on all of the historical landmarks ! A real gem !
Deanna_O, Jun 2025
Our tour with Chris was amazing filled with stories and history of how Amsterdam evolved. We walked through hidden gems we would not have found on our own, we learnt so much about the culture and architecture. You can wander on your own but I would highly recommend taking this engaging tour and really discover the city which was the highlight of our stay in Amsterdam. Chris even went out of his way to walk with us to end our tour so we could continue in an area we wanted to explore suggesting restaurants and things to do along the walk. LOVED!
IFang_H, Apr 2025
he was very knowledgeable & friendly. He also very good in tell the story and made it very fun as well.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words!
Danielle_S, Mar 2026
Essential visit , alive and bored about the history of Amsterdam which was "a momentous moment of the world ".
We learn a lot in 2 hours with a beautiful iconography and anecdotes.
An exciting human, commercial and architectural story told on site by a friendly and passionate guide , the present is not forgotten because the story continues ...
My two teenage girls (who were never bored) and I had a very rewarding time.
I recommend Christian who, moreover, is not miserly of his time.
Thanks again to him.
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Response from Host, Mar 2026
Merci beaucoup pour votre message ! C’était un plaisir de partager ce moment avec vous, et ravi que chacun y ait trouvé son intérêt.
Louise_M, Dec 2025
Christian is a great guide. He introduced us to the city in an inspiring, non-school way. Accessible to children.
The walk is not too long and can be done with children from 6/7 years old.
He made us discover Amsterdam and its history as if he were telling us a story.
It was great
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Response from Host, Mar 2026
Un grand merci pour votre retour ! Heureux que petits et grands aient pu profiter de la visite.
MarieFrancoise_L, Oct 2025
We had the pleasure of having an excellent guide.The visit went very well and we could learn a lot about the history of Amsterdam and about life in Amsterdam and Holland.
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Response from Host, Oct 2025
Super gentil ! Le plaisir était partagé 😉
Arnaud_G, Aug 2025
Very interesting visit, Christian taught us a lot about the history of Amsterdam and Dutch life, with anecdotes along the way.
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Prescila_d, Jun 2025
We had a great time during this visit. The guide was not only very friendly and attentive, but also passionate about the history and culture of Amsterdam. He adapted his speech to our rhythm and answered all our questions. You could feel that he has a perfect grasp of his subject and really enjoys sharing his knowledge.
A visit to discover Amsterdam without hesitation, in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere!
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Marie_l, Jun 2025
Christian is an excellent guide who has adapted to our desires, namely not to repeat what we had already done. He told us the Amsterdam story with anecdotes, very friendly, I recommend it.
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Response from Host, Jun 2025
Merci pour votre confiance et pour ce joli commentaire! Très heureux que la visite vous ait plu et qu’on ait pu éviter les doublons :)
Brigitte_G, Apr 2025
Merci à Christian Vallon de nous avoir fait découvrir Amsterdam avec autant de professionnalisme et de sympathie.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Merci beaucoup pour votre retour chaleureux !
Benedicte_Z, Apr 2025
Guide très sympathique, explications très instructives et le rythme de la visite était adapté pour nos enfants
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Un grand merci, et bravo aux enfants pour leur attention !
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