Amsterdam: Recommended tours & tickets

We are proud to be Amsterdam's smallest bike tour company! We work with a maximum of 11 participants (usually less!) per tour group to ensure you a personal and high quality tour. This three hour bike tour focuses on Amsterdam's undiscovered area's and the city's hidden gems. We will meet each other at our office in Amsterdam's city centre to pick up our first class bikes. You will discover secret courtyards, hidden churches and off-the-beaten path neighborhoods. While crossing canals and cruising through parks you will learn about Amsterdam fascinating history as well as the current city life of Amsterdammers.  Hop on and we'll bike the extra mile!

Discover the fascinating history of the most liberal city in the world with FreeDam Tours. On this unique tip-based* storytelling tour, you will discover how freedom and tolerance shaped the city and its people throughout the ages. Your super-local guide will combine beautiful sightseeing with exciting storytelling, and with the clever use of pictures and maps, you will learn everything you need to know about Amsterdam in one tour: history, modern life, culture, art, fun facts, and personal stories for a unique insider’s perspective on life in Amsterdam. Be prepared to challenge all your preconceived ideas about this city because after this tour you will never look and think of Amsterdam the same way! * Tip-based means you only pay a small booking/marketing fee to the platform and then you can tip your guide directly what you think the tour was worth. That motivates us to give the best possible tour and you always get the best value for your money!

Get an insider’s view of Amsterdam on this morning walking tour, the perfect way to experience the city’s must-see sights away from the crowds. Stroll along Amsterdam's enchanting canals, designated by UNESCO as a World Heritage site, and see top Amsterdam attractions including West Market, the Royal Palace, Dam Square, the Rembrandt House Museum, and unique downtown areas. Numbers are limited to 6 people during the COVID restrictions always a small-group tour, ensuring you'll receive personalized attention from your expert local guide. Your health is our top priority, and we have put special measures in place to keep all guests safe both during and after your activity. Social Distancing - Guests will stay at a safe 6-foot distance during all points of the tour. We also ensure that all staff members will be wearing the necessary PPE. Wellness Checks - If you or anyone in your group is experiencing symptoms, we will work directly with you to cancel or reschedule your tour.

After introductions with your guide, set off to explore Amsterdam like the locals do: by bike! With around 250 miles (400 km) of bike lanes and paths traversing the flat urban terrain, Amsterdam is a cyclist's dream. But be careful, you need to be a skilled cyclist to survive the Amsterdam traffic! We will lead you to well-known local landmarks and lesser-known attractions. No one tour will be the same; each individual guide tailors the route to best show off their local knowledge. You might go over the Museum Square, home to three of the city’s major museums including the Van Gogh Museum, then cruise onward to the bustling Dam Square to admire views of the classical Royal Palace or get lost in the old Jordaan Neighbourhood. Hear about the liberal drug and prostitution laws that govern the city, and let your guide point out interesting venues and nightclubs. If you have some experience on the bike, this is the best way to get a feeling of Amsterdam's cycling culture.

Join this educational and amusing 2-hour private walking tour through Amsterdam and learn about the history of the city's famous Red Light District and coffee shops. Walk through the small alleys of the Red Light District with your local guide learning about the history of prostitution in Amsterdam. Then pass by a coffee shop as the guide explains the liberal marijuana laws. During this tour you'll walk through an old sailor neighborhood called the Zeedijk Street and Amsterdam’s famous Chinatown which used to be an unsafe area but has since completely changed into a safe and friendly environment. In this area you will see sights like the Waag, pub the Ape and The Buddhist Temple. Find out why prostitution was legalized and how the name “coffeeshop” was created. Walk through the famous prostitute streets and learn about its culture and about the current situation of the Red Light District.

Private transfer with luxurious car or minivan from Schiphol airport to any location in Amsterdam incl. the cruise port (PTA) or any other port in Amsterdam.

During your stay in Amsterdam, you should not miss a cycling tour along the city's canals. The Amsterdam bike tour is the best way to get to know those parts of the city that are more difficult to reach on foot. You can cover 80% of the city on foot, and with the bike tour, we take you the remaining 20%. Always safely, on independent bike lanes and away from the big crowds of the city centre! During 2.5 hours on wheels, we will take you to the most memorable places in the city: Voldenpark, The Jordan, De 9 Straatjes, Centraal Station. We will also pass the gates of some of Amsterdam's most famous museums such as: NEMO Science Museum, Rijkmuseum or Van Gogh Museum. On this tour, we will tell you the stories that make these places special - don't hesitate! Hop on your bike and discover Amsterdam with us on two wheels - it will be a memorable adventure! The tour includes bike rental for the duration of the tour.

This customizable private 4 hours walking tour of Amsterdam will show many of its highlights from a local perspective. With a knowledgeable private guide by your side, learn about the city's traditional houseboat culture at the Houseboat Museum and enjoy a typical Dutch snack. Wander Albert Cuyp, the largest street market in the Netherlands. Your morning or afternoon tour in Amsterdam will start at your hotel within the city centre or if you travel to Amsterdam from elsewhere at a central point in the city. Your guide will take you to some of the city’s most important highlights such as Dam Square, where you can see the Royal Palace and the National Monument to commemorate all Dutch war victims. Walk past the West Church, the most important church of the city just around the corner from Anne Frank’s House or maybe explore the museum area with the Rijksmuseum and van Gogh museum.

Ready for a bike ride like no other? Hop in; you are about to discover Amsterdam on a bike tour with a local guide. On this Amsterdam bike tour, cycle through picturesque streets and scenic roads as you check out the main spots around town. Pass by Westerkerk, and Magere Brug - Skinny bridge, and make stops along the way to hear fascinating stories about Amsterdam. Your local guide is a bike pro and will make this private tour an easy-going ride for you. So, if you are looking for a fun, healthy, and sustainable way to move around Amsterdam, this bike tour ticks all the boxes! Withlocals City Bike Tour™ is one of Withlocals' signature tours available in major cities worldwide. We work with passionate local guides who earn a fair fee. We support local economies by only offering local products and preventing over-tourism with only small non-intrusive groups. Our tours are carbon-neutral and away from the standard tourist routes.

A day in Amsterdam is at your disposal, you lucky thing. Make the most of it with one of our hosts in a customized experience of the city. Visit iconic venues like the Anne Frank House or Van Gogh Museum, or stroll The Nine Streets (De Negen Straatjes) that connect the city’s main waterways. Perhaps you’d like to take in traditional Dutch architecture whilst cruising down the famous Herengracht canal? But wait, did someone mention food? Stop at a street vendor for some traditional Dutch sweets, pop in to a local eatery or visit a food market. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.