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Small Group Walking Tour in Amsterdam
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290 Ratings
Amsterdam
Discover Amsterdam’s rich history and scenic beauty on a 3-hour walking tour. Explore iconic sites, hidden gems, and capture Instagram-worthy moments.
Discover Amsterdam’s rich history and scenic beauty on a 3-hour walking tour. Explore iconic sites, hidden gems, and capture Instagram-worthy moments.
Duration:
3 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Dam Square & Damstraat - This is where the journey begins with an introduction to Amsterdam. Discover how the city transformed from a small fishing village 750 years ago into the vibrant metropolis it is today.
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Nieuwe Kerk - Explore medieval Amsterdam and witness the remarkable transformations that have occurred over the centuries.
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- Dam Square & Damstraat - This is where the journey begins with an introduction to Amsterdam. Discover how the city transformed from a small fishing village 750 years ago into the vibrant metropolis it is today.
- Nieuwe Kerk - Explore medieval Amsterdam and witness the remarkable transformations that have occurred over the centuries.
- Amsterdam - Experience the iconic canals of Amsterdam and learn about their construction. The 17th Century was a period of significant change for the city, and we will explore the major events that elevated Amsterdam to global prominence.
- The Jordaan - As the tour reaches the Jordaan, enjoy this charming area of Amsterdam. Once home to the workers who built the 1600s canal expansion, it is now known as ‘the village’ part of the city, featuring peaceful streets and delightful spots for dining or enjoying a drink.
- Old Center - Delve into the history of old Amsterdam as we travel from the Waag to Dam Square, uncovering fascinating stories along the way.
- Begijnhof - Visit one of Amsterdam’s oldest hofjes, originally housing laywomen who had not taken vows to become nuns. This area boasts beautiful houses, an English Reformed church from 1607, and a Catholic chapel, offering a captivating glimpse into Amsterdam’s past.
What's Included
- Enthusiastic guide
- Walking tour
- Bring umbrella if rain is likely
- Enthusiastic guide
- Walking tour
- Bring umbrella if rain is likely
What's Not Included
- Tea and coffee
- Tea and coffee
Additional Information
Duration: 3 hours
Highlights:
- Prepare to embark on an amazing walking tour in Amsterdam.
- Enjoy a leisurely walk with your lively and passionate guide, David, exploring highlights such as Dam Square, charming canals, scenic back streets, stunning canal houses, hidden gardens, and cozy brown cafés.
- Discover the fascinating history of Amsterdam’s…
Duration: 3 hours
Highlights:
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Prepare to embark on an amazing walking tour in Amsterdam.
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Enjoy a leisurely walk with your lively and passionate guide, David, exploring highlights such as Dam Square, charming canals, scenic back streets, stunning canal houses, hidden gardens, and cozy brown cafés.
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Discover the fascinating history of Amsterdam’s transformation from a fishing village to a global powerhouse.
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Explore Medieval Amsterdam, the 17th-century canal ring expansion, the Jordaan, the architecture, the art, and the people.
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David looks forward to meeting you and sharing the city he loves.
Note:
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The tour lasts three hours, with a delightful stop at a café for refreshments and a restroom break.
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Guests receive a list of David’s favorite dining spots, other fantastic attractions, and personal recommendations in Amsterdam.
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Each participant receives a beautiful card (and envelope) crafted by David, perfect for sending to loved ones back home.
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Expect a safe and unforgettable experience!
Location
National Monument
Dam
It is a very large white sculpture at the opposite end of Dam Square to the Royal Palace. Look for my RED UMBRELLA.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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Kathleen_n
Mar 9, 2026
Great introduction to Amsterdam - highly recommend - David was a wonderful guide. In addition to pointing out key points of interest, he took us to areas we would never have found on our own. He loves history and art and told us the history of the city in an interesting way. We loved the small group. It was easy to ask questions and get around the city. He also provided us with a list of recommendations for the rest of our trip.
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113huwp
Mar 7, 2026
A great tour of Amsterdam. - We had the very great pleasure of meeting our host David for a three hour walking tour of Amsterdam. Knowing very little about the city, his knowledge and enthusiasm for it certainly surpassed our expectations. He shared detailed information about the history, culture and people of Amsterdam and his passion for it all was clearly evident. It was a fun, informative and engaging morning and we would highly recommend David and his walking tour.
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Elizabethba7275nt
Feb 5, 2026
A memorable, enthusiastic and knowledgeable tour.and fun to be part of. - Thank you David for sharing your knowledge, enthusiasm and fun on a bitterly cold February Tuesday. It was a very memorable experience and we learned so much about the essence of Amsterdam and it's people. Thank you for your kindness to my husband John and enthusiastically bringing him to the end of the tour. Continued success , you are a tonic and a very bright spark .
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David
Jan 24, 2026
Very informative bespoke guide experience - We enjoyed a private tour of Amsterdam with David. We visited some interesting sites that we would not have encountered in the few days we were here. Overall he was a very knowledgable and we enjoyed our tour. Thank you.
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K5584dbvincentd
Jan 20, 2026
Among the best: knowledgeable, generous - We had the pleasure of a group of two: me, wife. David reached out to ensure meeting up. From there, we learned buildings, dates, histories, social science, best foods, architecture, etc. And a stop for the world’s best cookie. Tour was so good we had him join us at the Van Gogh the next day.
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172lim
Jan 8, 2026
A Must-Do Amsterdam Walking Tour with Incredible Local Insights - This walking tour was an absolute highlight of our time in Amsterdam. David was truly amazing—knowledgeable, engaging, and full of local insight you’d never get on your own. It felt less like a tour and more like being shown around by a well-connected local friend.
We loved the mix of history and hidden gems, from stopping at the peaceful Women’s Abbey (Begijnhof) to learning fascinating stories tucked away in quiet streets we would have walked right past. One of our favorites was the stop at Van Stapele Koekmakerij—hands down some of the best chocolate cookies we’ve ever had.
The pacing was perfect, the stories were memorable, and the recommendations for food, neighborhoods, and things to do after the tour were invaluable. If you want to see Amsterdam beyond the tourist highlights and really understand the city, this walking tour is a must. Highly, highly recommend!
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77ggm
Nov 30, 2025
Great to know Amsterdam fast with someone who loves it. - David was truly wonderful - very knowledgeable about everything Dutch, he brought it to life with a thespian buzz. This is a great way to get to know Amsterdam quickly, see some parts you'd miss as a standard tourist AND make art interesting (amazing feat!). I get the impression David just loves showing off his adopted city as only an outsider could. Highly recommended. Thank you David
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Kelly
Oct 27, 2025
An incredible museum tour with David - If you are contemplating booking a tour with David, do it! We had the pleasure to be guided by him at the incredible Rijksmuseum. His knowledge and wit was truly a treat. He was extremely knowledgeable. We would have missed so many details about the masterpieces in the museum without him there. We highly recommend him and look forward to booking again with him on our next visit to Amsterdam.
P.s. If you get the chance to book the 9am tour, David will take you to see the most popular artwork before it gets overrun with people. He took several photos of us when we had the place all to ourselves. A true highlight!!
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Ricardo
Oct 27, 2025
Amazing Museum Tour with David - We had a 3-hour Rikjsmuseum tour with David on 10/23/25 at 0900. The experience with him was epic and unforgettable. His enthusiasm, knowledge, and passion are unique.
Thanks to him, we were able to appreciate the beautiful artwork on a different level. He took the time to talk about Dutch history and how the artwork and other pieces we saw were relevant to their times. He pointed out tiny significant details in each piece that we would have missed or been unaware of their meanings.
His tour was one of those few where the time truly flew and as soon as it was over, you think, “I would do that all over again right this minute.”
If you get an opportunity to do a tour with David, you should. You won’t be disappointed and you will have a deeper understanding of a very interesting slice of world history.
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Patricia_g
Oct 16, 2025
Great tour of Amsterdam! - Our guide, David, was very knowledgeable of the city (past and present) and gave an overview of what it’s like to live in Amsterdam now. The tour was very enjoyable.
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