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A 3-Hour Private Guided Tour Through Amsterdam with a Local

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Amsterdam, Netherlands
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3 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Offered in: English
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Overview

A guided tour through Amsterdam with a local. During this tour, I will tell you about life in Amsterdam, the Netherlands and some general history, Show you things you wouldn't find on your own and give you recommendations.

Most importantly, we try to figure out the heart of the Dutch experience through a uniquely Dutch concept we call "Gezelligheid". 'What does that mean?' you may wonder. Well, It's not translatable. 'Gezelligheid' is something one can only experience - and that's what we'll do!

During the tour, I will take you by the must-sees like Dam Square, Red Light District and Rembrandt House, but also some secret places you'll never find alone! We might even get some traditional Dutch treats like "Stroopwafel" or "Bitterballen" if we want to turn up the "gezelligheid" to the max.

If you want to see more of the city, just add hours to the tour and we can adjust it anywhere between 3 and 6 hours.

What's Included

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    Meeting and Pickup

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    I will pick you up from your hotel, and custumise the tour so that the tour can start and end there!

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    Dam Square

    Here we will see two of the most iconic sites in Amsterdam, that every traveler must see. It's the war memorial on Dam Square, and the Royal Palace right across from it. The square also functions as a place for modern day demonstrations, protests and gatherings which I can tell you all about. Let's see what they have in store for us on our visit!
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    De Bijenkorf

    Our greatest and most luxurious shopping mall. You'll find all the top brands here at the main level, but the others levels have more to offer. I used to come here with my grandma to have some tea and apple pie.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Beurs van Berlage

    The first and oldest stock exchange in the world. Originally brought about to sell shares in the East Indies Company, the company that made Amsterdam rich. They were the first to get the idea of selling shares, thus this place is the birthplace of the modern day stock exchange.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Red Light District (De Wallen)

    The Red Light Distrcit is well known to the outside world. The place is in continues flux and has a different character every decade. Let me tell you latest during our tour, while I guide you through safely.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Nieuwmarkt

    This is the heart of the city back in the middle-ages. It's home to the 15th century building known as "The Waag" right now, but it used to be the entrance to the city complete with a draw-bridge.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Museum Het Rembrandthuis

    Beautiful house, now the Rembrandtmuseum, where Rembrandt lived most of his life. Great place to visit on any occasion, and especially when you've perhaps missed an opportunity to get tickets to the big museums.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Staalmeestersbrug

    One of the most iconic brudges in Amsterdam. I've lived her for more than a decade, and when cycling past it I'm always anoyed by the masses of tourists wanting to take a picture there. When I finaly gave my own tours, only then did I understand why people were going there! It's because the view it offers, contrasting the bridge and canal against the buildings is unmatched.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Bloemenmarkt

    As a local I never even noticed how special this market was! To us locals it's normal to just see the market floating on the water, but it's something special for sure!
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Begijnhof

    This is a little-known place right in the heart of Amsterdam that almost no one knows about! It's an oasis of calm right in the middle of the busiest city in the Netherlands.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Huis met de Kolommen Ambtswoning Burgemeester van Amsterdam

    Residence of the mayors of Amsterdam. Currently Femke Halsema lives here.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    Anne Frank House

    This stop does not include entry into the house. If you want tickets for Anne Frank you need to book them far in advance. What I can do is show you the house from the outside.
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

    9 Little Streets (Negen Straatjes)

    The 9 streets, or 'Negen Straatjes' is one of the primary speciality artisan shopping streets in Amsterdam. You will find things you won't find anywhere else. If you are a fan of shopping I can take you here!
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    15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

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    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the A 3-Hour Private Guided Tour Through Amsterdam with a Local?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET). Read more Apr 2025

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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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