The Anne Frank Tour (Jewish Neighborhood & Amsterdam during WWII)
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Amsterdam, Netherlands
- 2 hours (approx.)
- Mobile ticket
- Offered in: English
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Overview
Learn about the life of Anne Frank on this small-group 2-hour walking tour with a local guide. Meet at the National Monument, then follow the footsteps of Anne as you explore her neighbourhood during the Second World War. Along the way, listen as your guide shares powerful stories of Anne’s life in hiding and insights into her diary. A powerful alternative—or addition—to visiting the Anne Frank House (note: this tour does not include entrance tickets to the Anne Frank House. Those are sold exclusively on its official website).
- Gain insight into Anne Frank's life on a guided tour
- Learn about Amsterdam during the Nazi occupation
- Small group tour for a personalized experience
- See the area where Anne Frank and her family lived during the Second World War
What's Included
- English-speaking guide
- History about WWII in Amsterdam & the Jewish community
- Engaging storytelling by licensed guide
- Access to the Anne Frank house (only bookable on their own website)
Meeting and Pickup
Meeting point
- National MonumentDam, 1012 JS Amsterdam, Netherlands
Meet us 10 minutes before the tour starts, in front of the National Monument. You'll recognize us by the white umbrella with an orange logo. Please don't message or call us if you are late, there is no catching up with the group after the start time and the guides can't be reached during the tour.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.Operating hours.11:00 am
Itinerary
1
Anne Frank House
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included
2
Dam Square
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
3
Westertoren
20 minutes • Admission Ticket Free
4
Amsterdam
1 hour • Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Transportation is wheelchair accessible
- Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Most travelers can participate
- We stop at the Anne Frank house, but do not enter during this tour
- No catching up with the group if you are late (please book a new time slot)
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
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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
4.5
based on 64 reviews
Betty_B, Apr 2026
It was shocking to think these few were able to stay hidden as long as they did. The horror of the Nazi hatred really hits home and makes me so sick to think of such evil. The terrible way JEWS and others that protested were treated is enough to make my stomach turn and my heart ache.
Barbara_R, Apr 2026
Krijn was a very informative and enthusiastic guide. Much was learned. A sad narrative but learned a lot.
Timothy_T, Apr 2026
This is truly one of the best tours to take if you are interested in the historical true story aspect of what happened during this period of time for the people affected. It is very emotional and moving tour, it may not be pleasant to hear, but necessary to know and feel. Our tour guide was Luuk and he was excellent, he brought the historical stories and experiences to life by the way he shared them. I highly recommend.
Sue, Mar 2026
We signed up for the tour through the aviator website. The tour was less than $4.00 a person. When we arrived at the tour meeting location we found out it was a free tour. We were glad we had signed up ahead of time. It was worth the $4.00.
George_G, Mar 2026
Learn the history of Amsterdam and how it was a safe haven for the Jews. From the stories you can feel what the Jews went through.
Pamela_A, Feb 2026
It was informative and a wonderful way to get to know the history of the city………………,.,,,,,,…..,,,, ..
Alice_D, Feb 2026
No show. Waiting half hour freezing. A German group left but no English tour. Contacted Viator etc and trying to get refund
Sharon_H, Jan 2026
Historical tour by a local. Sebastian did an amazing job. His reference to personal perspective and use of historical visuals (documents/maps) helped bring the story of Annalise Frank and many others like her alive for those two hours.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We’re so glad Sebastiaan could bring the history of Anne Frank and others to life for you with his personal insights and historical visuals. It’s helpful to hear what works during the tour, so we really appreciate you sharing your experience!
Shani_B, Jan 2026
Great tour guide - Sebastian. He was a fountain of knowledge, funny and informative. I would highly recommend. It was a great start to new years eve.
Response from Host, Jan 2026
What lovely words, thank you! We’re so glad you enjoyed the tour and that Sebastiaan made it both informative and fun, we know that's his specialty. Best wishes for the New Year!
Serena_B, Jan 2026
We paied 2 time: at the booking in line and at the end of the tour. The guide is kind and explain clearly
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you for your feedback and for taking the time to share your experience. We’re really glad to hear you found the guide kind and clear in their explanations — that’s great to know.
Just to clarify, our tours work with a small booking fee paid online, and at the end guests are free to tip the guide based on their experience. We’re sorry if this wasn’t completely clear beforehand and appreciate you pointing it out. Thanks again for joining us, and we hope you still enjoyed the tour overall!
Elena_A, Jan 2026
2 intense and incredibly interesting hours in Amsterdam! Definitely recommended! Marius, our local guide, was fantastic: he mixed historical and personal stories so that the time flied!
Response from Host, Jan 2026
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this review! We’re happy you enjoyed your time with us in Amsterdam. I will pass on your words to Marius — he is indeed great at making it feel very personal. Thanks for the recommendation, and we hope to see you again!
Michelle_W, Dec 2025
A great walking tour of Amsterdam. Sebastian our guide was very knowledgeable on the history of Amsterdam and the Anne Frank story. Well worth doing this tour.
Nicole_M, Dec 2025
The tour was fast paced and informative. We covered a lot of territory and our guide shared a wealth of knowledge on and off topic.
Greg_P, Dec 2025
It’s not a tour of Anne frank house like they make it seem.
Big scam and disappointment as we were hoping to tour the house.
Response from Host, Dec 2025
Thank you Greg for taking the time to share your feedback. I am sorry to hear that the tour was not what you expected.
Everywhere we can we try to make it very clear that this is a walking tour about the life of Anne Frank and the history of Amsterdam during the Second World War. It is not a ticket to the Anne Frank House itself and the tour does not go inside the museum. I am sorry if this was not fully clear when you booked.
Just to explain a bit for future guests. During the walk we talk about Anne’s life before and during the war, what she could have seen and heard from the Secret Annex and how the city around her changed in those years. Many guests join us either as an extra experience after visiting the house or as an alternative when tickets are not available.
Still, I would like to understand where the confusion happened. Could you let me know where you saw information that made you think the tour included entrance to the Anne Frank House This helps us improve the way we communicate and avoid misunderstandings.
Thank you again for your review and I wish you a great stay in Amsterdam.
Linda_M, Nov 2025
Interesting learnt alot tour guide were very knowledgeable and made the tour interesting glad we booked
Eamon_B, Nov 2025
Brilliant walking tour of the city from Sebastian, an excellent tour guide. Really interesting to hear all his anecdotes and family experiences. It opened my eyes to the history of Jews in the city.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the Anne Frank tour with Sebastian. He puts a lot of heart into sharing those stories, especially the personal ones, to make the history feel real and human. It means a lot that it opened your eyes to this part of Amsterdam’s past.
Margot_R, Oct 2025
Very good experience with a wonderful tour guide. Sebastian was very passionate about his subject and made the tour interesting. We learned a lot about Anne Frank and WWII in Netherlands. I recommend 100%
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for this lovely review. Sebastian will be very happy to read this. He is indeed very passionate about this part of Amsterdam’s history and about telling Anne Frank’s story in a respectful and engaging way. Great to hear you learned a lot and that you would recommend the tour. That means a lot to us. Hope to welcome you again on another tour in the Netherlands.
Glenn_P, Oct 2025
Very thorough look back at Amsterdam around the era of WW2. Our guide was very helpful and friendly.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your kind feedback. We’re really glad you enjoyed the Free Anne Frank Tour and that your guide made you feel welcome. It’s always special to share Amsterdam’s WWII history and help visitors see the city through that lens. We appreciate you joining us and hope to see you again on another tour in the Netherlands.
Catherine_P, Oct 2025
lots of historical information of the city of Amsterdam during the 2nd world war. Unfortunately, the real house of Anne Frank was underwhelming, but that's not the tour guide's fault.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your thoughts. We’re glad you enjoyed the Free Anne Frank Tour and all the historical insights about Amsterdam during WWII. Many visitors feel the same about the Anne Frank House itself, but we’re happy the stories and context from the tour helped bring that history to life. We really appreciate you joining us and sharing your honest feedback.
Michelle_L, Sep 2025
Very interesting and a good history of Anne Frank and her family. Our guide was exceptional, knowledgeable and fun!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed the Free Anne Frank Tour and that your guide made the history of Anne Frank and her family come alive in an engaging way. It’s wonderful that you found the experience both informative and fun. We hope to welcome you again on another tour in the Netherlands.
Marshall_M, Sep 2025
Was great and very informative. Craig was delightful. NOTE: This tour does not include the Anne Frank museum or house tour
Response from Host, Sep 2025
Thank you for the lovely words, I will pass them on to Craig! Happy to hear you've enjoyed the tour.
Our product page mentions that we don't go inside the house, so I assume the lost point wasn't meant for that. Whatever constructive criticism you may have, you are welcome to share with us directly.
Kindly,
Jeffrey
Maura_M, Sep 2025
Wendy was an excellent guide! His historical background shined. His knowledge of Anne Frank was amazing! Worth two hours of your time absolutely!
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Wendy was an excellent guide! His historical background shined. His knowledge of Anne
Frank was amazing! Worth two hours of your time absolutely!
Helen_L, Aug 2025
We enjoyed this experience even though some of the details may be too upsetting for a younger child. Craig was able to adapt the tour to take that into account for us. I visited Amsterdam many years ago and is the first time I’ve done a walking tour in a new city. I’d definitely do it again as it’s such a great way to get your bearings and get a good introduction to the city.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for sharing your experience. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the Free Anne Frank Tour in Amsterdam with Craig. He’s great at reading the group and making sure everyone, including younger guests, feels comfortable while still sharing the important history of the city. It’s wonderful that you chose a walking tour to reconnect with Amsterdam — it truly is one of the best ways to explore and understand the city.
Thank you for joining.
Susan_L, Aug 2025
Excellent historical overview plus personal insights by the guide which made it more interesting. Our guide Miesch was amazing!
Always willing to answer questions and generous with his opinions and welcoming of the opinions of others
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the Free Anne Frank Tour in Amsterdam with Miesch. His personal insights and open conversations really help bring the history to life and make the tour engaging for everyone. We’re glad you felt welcomed and inspired throughout the walk.
Thank you for joining.
Scott_L, Jul 2025
Very informative for a quick tour. Great way to break up the trip. Tour guide Iris was great and answered all questions and was prepared for the tour.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words. We’re really glad you enjoyed the Anne Frank Tour in Amsterdam with Iris. She’s always well prepared and loves sharing her knowledge while keeping the tour engaging and personal. It’s great to hear you found it a nice and informative way to explore the city.
Thank you for joining.
Anna_L, Jun 2025
Excellent walking tour and learning more about background history around the times when Anne Frank'time and WWII.
Response from Host, Nov 2025
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We’re really happy to hear you enjoyed the Anne Frank Tour in Amsterdam and that it helped you learn more about the history surrounding Anne Frank’s time and WWII. It’s always rewarding to see guests connect with these important stories.
Thank you for joining.
Janice_T, Apr 2025
Very enjoyable two hour walking tour with regular stops.
Lots of information and learnt a lot too.
Jasmine our guide was very informative too 😊
Shanola_H, Apr 2025
Wendy was AMAZING! Full of knowledge, spoke great English, this was one of my favorite tours I've ever done. Only wish we had more cash with us for Wendy!
Diana_M, Feb 2025
Amusing guide with lots of anecdotes which brought it all to life i hope guide' s projects come to fruition on the stage
Helen_N, Jan 2025
Well firstly the tour guide didn't turn up and then when contacted I had no reply. Not impressed !!
We got there early and waited for a while still a no show.
Response from Host, Feb 2025
Dear Helen,
We’re truly sorry to hear about your experience and completely understand your frustration. Unfortunately, due to an unforeseen issue, our guide was unable to make it today. We did send out a message as a heads-up, but we sincerely regret that you didn’t receive it in time.
We never want our guests to feel let down, and we deeply apologize for the inconvenience. Please reach out to us directly—we’d love the chance to make things right.
Best regards,
Tim Lunshof
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