Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour 2025
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About Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour
Discover the highlights of the Netherlands’ capital on our Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour! Your guide will lead you around the city, talking about both its rich history and modern-day living. As you walk, you’ll see landmarks such as Dam Square, the Amstel River, the old Begijnhof, and many other landmarks! This tour is available in a small or private group, depending on your selection.
Your Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour begins at Dam Square, where Amsterdam was founded way back in the 13th century! The square was named for the literal dam on the Amstel River and was originally a small fishing village.
As you stroll through Amsterdam’s city center, you’ll see countless romantic, high, and slim canal houses overlooking the city’s many waterways. Your guide will also show you the tiniest house in the city and the Anne Frank House.
It wouldn’t be a walking tour in Amsterdam without the Begijnhof - one of the oldest hofjes. A hofje is a courtyard surrounded by privately funded almshouses, and the Begijnhof has provided housing for the elderly since the Middle Ages.
Finish your Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour with a leisurely stroll by the Amstel River - the city’s namesake! Nearby, you’ll find a grandiose national monument originally dedicated to victims of World War II and later honoring all war victims.
Don’t worry if your plans change! Just cancel up to 24 hours in advance, and we’ll refund you so you can rebook. Alternatively, you can just reserve your spot and only pay later, after finalizing your travel itinerary.
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You really get to know the Amsterdam on this tour
This tour is a great way to get to know the city. We did it on our first day, and found it super easy to navigate Amsterdam afterwards (easily found the red light district, for example). Nikki was also a great guide - nice to get a student perspective on life in Amsterdam!
Choosing a private tour option was a great call!
I feel like this Amsterdam walking tour is the perfect introduction to the city. You see all the highlights, learn a lot and get some great pictures. I have one in front of the tiny house! We chose the private tour option and I recommend that everyone do the same. It was just my wife, guide and me - perfect! Our guide was amazing, he knew the city’s complete history of World War 2, colonial times, and the Medieval Ages. He truly dedicated himself to us. Thank you!
DESCRIPTION
Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour
- Walking tour of Amsterdam city center
- Local live tour guide
- Sights of Amsterdam’s landmarks
- Lessons on Amsterdam’s history
- Recommendations for food and further sightseeing
- Complete city tax
- English, German
EXPLORE THE AREA AROUND DAM SQUARE
Begin from Dam Square: a classic start for guided tours and where Amsterdam was founded! A dam was built in the 13th century (hence the name Dam Square) to prevent flooding from the river Amstel, allowing a fishing village to flourish. As you walk, you’ll also come across the Royal Palace of Amsterdam and the Torensluis Bridge with its statue of acclaimed Dutch writer Multatuli.
DISCOVER CHARMING AMSTERDAM HOUSES
Continue your walk and see the slim, tall, romantic homes overlooking Amsterdam’s many canals. You’ll also spot a pulley system on top of the houses, which was used to hoist goods up into the attic for storage. Along the way, there will be a miniature version of the canal houses. Called the smallest house in Amsterdam, this building is only 2 meters wide and 5 meters deep!
VISIT ONE OF THE OLDEST HOFJES AND CIRCLE BACK TO DAM SQUARE
Go across Squi Square (originally a body of water!) and head to the Begijnhof. All Amsterdam tour guides will show you hofjes - they’re courtyards circled by almshouses, providing housing for the elderly. The Begijnhof is particularly famous as the only inner court in Amsterdam founded in the Middle Ages. Afterward, go back to Dam Square, stroll along the Amstel River, and visit the national monument again.
FREE CANCELLATION UP TO 24H IN ADVANCE!
Receive a complete refund if you cancel your booking 24 hours before the selected date!
Did you know that Amsterdam has more canals than Venice?
Amsterdam is popularly nicknamed ‘the Venice of the North’ - and with good reason! The Dutch capital counts 165 canals - 15 more canals than Venice’s 150. In fact, you could travel over 100 km just on the canals of Amsterdam! However, there are three main (and most famous) canals forming concentric belts around the city: Herengracht, Prinsengracht, and Keizersgracht.
Book your Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour to hear about the city's rich history as you explore its charming streets!
Good to know before you go
- Children are more than welcome on our Amsterdam walking tour.
- All the sights on the tour are free, and you will not have to pay any admission fees.
- For the most enjoyable experience, your best bet is to wear comfortable shoes.
- Make sure to bring a bottle of water, as we’ll be walking for about 2 hours.
- During the summer months, it’s a good idea to wear proper sun protection: sunscreen, sunglasses, and a sunhat.
- The Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour is selling out fast - make sure you book your slot on time!
- As with most of our Amsterdam tours, you can reserve your spot now and pay later.
Meeting Point
To start your Amsterdam walking tour, meet us at the National Monument - a colossal, white pillar/obelisk on Dam Square. Your guide will be waiting for you there; you’ll recognize them by a red name tag around their neck.
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FAQ - Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour
Can I bring my children with me on the Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour?
Yes! Our walking tours are family-friendly. As long as your little ones have the energy to keep up, they’re more than welcome. You’re also free to bring your stroller. It’s a fun experience for kids too — and you can reward them afterward with a Hop-on Hop-off Amsterdam tour, where they’ll get a broader view of the city and enjoy a ride on the big red bus!What should I wear for the Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour?
Since there will be a lot of walking, please make sure you wear comfortable shoes. In the summer, it’s also a good idea to wear a sunhat for heat protection.What happens to the Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour if there’s bad weather?
This experience requires good weather. If there’s poor weather, you’ll be offered either a refund or an alternative date.Is this tour wheelchair accessible?
It is! We make sure to travel a route that is accessible for wheelchair users.Do I have to pay any admission fees on the Amsterdam Guided Walking Tour?
Nope! All of the sights you’ll see are completely free, with no extra charge.What else should I book in Amsterdam?
Book Van Gogh Museum Tickets to see paintings by the famous Dutch artist! If you’re staying in Amsterdam for a couple of days and want to visit as many museums as possible, we recommend booking Amsterdam Museum Pass. You can also visit Madame Tussauds in Amsterdam and see wax figures of the Dutch royal family. If you’d like to see more beyond the city center, there are plenty of great day tours from Amsterdam — from the scenic Bruges tour from Amsterdam, to the colorful Tulip Tour Amsterdam (especially beautiful in spring, the best time to visit Amsterdam), or the classic Amsterdam Windmill Tour for a glimpse of the Dutch countryside.Don't wait! Book now!
- Reserve now & pay later
- Free cancellation
- Expert tour guide
- Private tour available
- Easy booking process!