Small-Group Amsterdam City Tour: History and Entertainment Combined
4.8
115 Ratings
Amsterdam
Discover the captivating history of Amsterdam while being entertained on a small-group walking tour. Uncover hidden stories, from its humble beginnings to its rise as a trading powerhouse. Perfect for exploring further and making the most of your visit.
Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Dam Square - We will visit the heart of Amsterdam at Dam Square where you will see The Royal Palace, The Niuewekerk or the National Monument
  • Oudekerkstoren - In the middle of the Red Light District, you will see the Oudekerk (The Old Church)
  • Zeedijk - We walk through the Chinese Quarter where we will find the Buddhist Temple of Amsterdam
  • Nieuwmarkt - The new market and San Antón Gate, just close to the Chinese Quarter
  • Zuiderkerk - We will talk about the Jewish Quarter and the sad history of the World War II
  • Begijnhof - At Spui Square we will visit The Begijnhof Gardens and we will talk about the Flower Market or the San Francisco Church
  • Bloemenmarkt - Flower Market
  • Amsterdam Museum - We will walk through the Amsterdam Museum
  • Statue of Multatuli - One of the highest places in the city (hahaha…)
  • Homomonument - Where we will talk about The Westerkerk, Homomonument
What's Included
  • Expert local guide
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
Additional Information

Begin your exploration of Amsterdam with the finest introductory tour. This unique experience merges history and entertainment in a singular style. It’s a 2.5-hour* walking excursion that encompasses the significant landmarks within the city’s core.

Throughout this tour, you’ll be privy to stories that would typically remain untold. With the guidance of an expert, you’ll delve into the city’s history, tracing its humble beginnings from a muddy village along the River Amstel to its evolution into Europe’s paramount trading city. Our tour includes topics from the liberal history of decriminalised drugs and prostitution, right through to the poignant tale of Anne Frank and the Nazi invasion. The objective is to provide you with a comprehensive overview of this city. Following the tour, you’re free to further explore with your fellow travellers.

Regardless if you decide to visit one of Amsterdam’s renowned museums or relax in the cafés and bars in the Jordaan District, this tour will aid in orienting you within this often-perplexing city and enable you to fully enjoy your stay there.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
Location
City Game Amsterdam
Beursplein
Our guides will wait for your with a blue umbrella or a nametag with our logo "Amsterdam Guías & Tours"
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Rajul_p
Apr 21, 2024
Best walking tour in Amsterdam - Blanca was the sweetest tour guide. She was knowledgeable, funny, and kept the group engaged. I would highly recommend taking this tour, it was fantastic and very informative!
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Maria_z
Apr 20, 2024
Fantastic - Karl our tour guide was excellent! He made the tour fun. Learnt a lot about historical facts and amazing stories. Highly recommend
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Stevecs8283fa
Apr 18, 2024
FANTASTIC Walking Tour!! Karl was the BEST!!! - A genuinely amazing tour full of history and amazing facts. Our guide Karl gave the most succinct yet detailed history of Amsterdam in the most entertaining and informing tour we've ever done. Run - don't walk. This tour was incredible. #Ask for Karl!!!!!
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Keith_s
Apr 15, 2024
Fun, interesting tour. - Rob, our guide was great. He hit all the high points of the city with considerable knowledge and detail. We learned much about the city and thoroughly enjoyed the city and our tour.
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Brenda_m
Apr 13, 2024
Great experience - First, thank you for graciously rescheduling our tour. Second, today we had Laura as our guide and she was not only informative and entertaining but a warm and gracious person who went above and beyond to answer questions and navigate some tricky opinions. I highly recommend this tour and company.
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Cereturnez
Apr 13, 2024
A complete and highly recommended tour - A very good experience, our guide Sara was spectacular, she showed us all the architecture, history, its people, its customs... and everything with a lot of friendliness and kindness, it was very enjoyable
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Teresa_b
Apr 13, 2024
Rob did a great job on... - Rob did a great job on this tour. We left with a real understanding of Dutch history and what life is like now in Amsterdam. I would highly recommend this tour.
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Marcos
Apr 7, 2024
The best guide in the world - I have been traveling the world and taking tours for years but Julia has given me the best tour I have ever taken before, she has allowed me to get to know Amsterdam, its history, its culture, architecture and even its economy from the inside, with a very good vibe, sense of humor, kindness and assertiveness. People like her make you take away a memory and an experience that will last a lifetime. Thanks Julia.
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Edgar
Apr 6, 2024
Thank you Julia - Very good experience with the guide Julia, she makes your tour very interactive and entertaining, always attentive to the group and to any questions
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Leon_e
Apr 15, 2024
Horrible - The guide was in a hurry. Half of the facts that this highly opinionated English guy was untrue. He claimed to be a writer who try to sell his book to his guest . I had traveled to lots of places in this world and dealt with a lots of guide . He ranked the worst on my list. Good luck to him in misleading travelers
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