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Private Tour: Amsterdam's City Highlights and Hidden Gems

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Amsterdam, Netherlands
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4 hours (approx.)
Hotel pickup offered
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Overview

Are you short on time but still want to get a sense of what Amsterdam is all about? This is the private tour for you. In this intriguing walking tour we share our quirkiest stories, the interesting history of Amsterdam, and some of the city’s most iconic places. The cities most famous highlights and hidden gems.

If possible we pick you up from your hotel to walk into the old city center. We will stroll through the quaint streets of the canal district. Visit the heart of the city at the famous Dam Square & got lost in the old working class are Jordaan.

From there we make our way through the more quiet streets to the river Amstel. We continue to the Magere Brug (The Bridge of Love) with lovely views of the Amsterdam boat scene. At one of the more hidden squares in the canal district we sit down for a refreshing drink under the trees.

After a short break we will pass the Jewish Quarter & end in the oldest part of town nearby Nieuwmarkt.

No additional costs on this tour.

What's Included

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Souvenirs and gratuites
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Begijnhof

The beautiful secret courtyard in the heart of the city center.
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15 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Dam Square

The heart of Amsterdam where it all started over 700 years ago.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Red Light District (De Wallen)

See the busy and famous red light district around the oldest church and canals of Amsterdam.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)

Walk over the famous Canals surrounding the old city center. See the beautiful canal houses next to the canals where the rich merchants lived.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

The Jordaan

Dive into the old working class area and see how the poor Amsterdammers lived.
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30 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Westerkerk

The Famous Westerkerk. Not only the church for the rich merchants, but also the church Anne Frank could see from her hiding place.When lucky we can make it to the top of the tower.
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20 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Anne Frank House

We will walk over the Prinsengracht and see the canal house where Anne Frank and her family were hiding during WW2.
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Admission Ticket Free

Centraal Station

The entrance into the city is via this 130 year old classical building by the famous architect Cuypers.
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10 minutes Admission Ticket Free

Magere Brug

Go over the Amstel river via the Bridge of Love and learn how important the river is for Amsterdam.
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10 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
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Animals or pets allowed
  • For this Private Tour we will pick you up at your hotel and start from there.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Private Tour: Amsterdam’s City Highlights and Hidden Gems?

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

Cancellation Policy

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

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What's Included

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  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Souvenirs and gratuites

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Animals or pets allowed
  • For this Private Tour we will pick you up at your hotel and start from there.

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