Step by Step Through Amsterdam - The Essential Walking Tour Guide
A friendly guide shows you the most beautiful corners of the city. On a walking tour, you can discover Amsterdam through the eyes of a local. On this page, you will find out what you should pay attention to.
On a guided city tour, you'll truly get to know Amsterdam
There are city tours on all sorts of topics. How about, for example, a food tour through the tastiest districts in Amsterdam? A classic and almost a must is a guided tour through the Red Light District.
Tip - Book your walking tour in advance
With our partner Get Your Guide you can easily book your walking tour online. The cool thing about it: You save some time and can choose between different city tours. Check out the list of tours here.
To make your city tour an unforgettable experience, we have put together a few tips for you.
Walking tour through Amsterdam - What you should keep in mind:
- Decide on a topic - We've already mentioned the Red Light District tour. If you're interested in art and design, you can take an art and design tour. Choose something that suits you. Below we present our favorite walking tours.
- Look for a guide who speaks your language - Sometimes the guides talk really fast. If it is then a little louder, you may not understand much. It's easier to follow in your native language.
- Make sure that the group is not too large - If there are too many participants, you may stand too far away from the guide or the guide may not be able to answer all the participants' questions. 15 - 20 people are ideal.
- Consider doing a private tour - If there are more than 5 of you, it might be worth it. You'll have a guide all to yourselves and you can also decide where to go. More on this here.
- Find a guide who loves Amsterdam - You can only get real insider tips from people who are passionate about their city and share their favorite places with you.
- How much does a walking tour of Amsterdam cost? - The price depends on how long the city tour lasts and what is included. You can get a well-organized tour with a competent guide from around €25. For longer city tours with restaurant visits and catering, you will have to budget a little more.
If you don't just want to see the standard sights but want to get to know the real Amsterdam, read on and find out what our favorite walking tours are.
Your Tour Recommendations
Amsterdam Uncovered: Our Top Walking Tour Picks
Magnificent canal houses, romantic waterways and historic alleyways - the old town of Amsterdam is beautiful. That's why we recommend a city tour through the heart of Amsterdam first.
Discover the cultural heart of Amsterdam on a guided tour
During the 2.5-hour tour, you will learn all about Amsterdam's turbulent history. Light-hearted girls, wealthy businessmen, and rowdy sailors. Did you know that Amsterdam used to be the most important trading city in the world? On this city tour, you will learn many exciting details - all at the original locations of the beautiful old town.
Typical Amsterdam - Attractions and Specialties
Your local city guide will reveal many personal insider tips and show you the most beautiful sights and shops. Naturally, modern Amsterdam with its multiculturalism and coffee shops is also not to be missed. Here you can find all information and book the Cultural City Tour online.
The Red Light District - Prostitutes and Peep Shows
If you haven't seen the Red Light District, you haven't been to Amsterdam. The Red Light District is to Amsterdam what cheese and tulips are to the Netherlands. With an experienced guide by your side, you will learn all the secrets of Europe's most sinful district.
The Red Light District of Amsterdam is considered the sex paradise of Europe
What happens behind the scenes? Where do the sex workers come from and how do negotiations between clients and prostitutes take place? Your guide is an insider and explains the most important rules.
The Highlights of the Red Light District Tour:
- Red light in the window - Walking tour through the dim alleys around the Old Church (Oude Kerk)
- A critical look at the Red Light District and exciting information about an organization that takes care of prostitutes
- Sex shows and strip bars - What's behind Casa Rosso, Moulin Rouge, Hospital Bar, and the Sadomasohaus?
- Visit the popular condom specialty store "Condomerie"
- Stroll past Amsterdam's first commercial coffee shop
- The highlight - Visit a real peep show from the 1970s
The tour lasts 1.5 hours. Please note that this tour is for persons aged 18 and over. With legal guardians, already from 16. Especially cool: This city tour can also be booked as booked as a private tour (e.g., for a bachelor party): Book the Informative Red Light District Tour here.
Cultural Foodie Tour - Amsterdam for Food Lovers
Admire the historic center and eat to your heart's content - what could be better? During this 3.5-hour tour, you will get to know Amsterdam from its culinary side.
Amsterdam - For us, it is the tastiest city in Europe
Fries, waffles, and croquettes are of course part of Amsterdam. But your city guide is an experienced foodie and knows also lesser-known delicacies.
This city tour will leave you full and happy
As you learn all about the exciting history of the canal city, you can continuously snack and taste. An excerpt from the program of the Foodie Tour:
- Discover the historic center and the most important attractions of the downtown area.
- Stop at various snack bars, food stands, and restaurants. Places and dishes can change slightly depending on the day and season.
- Enjoy the typical delicacies of Amsterdam - At each stop, there are small "hapjes" to try.
We are especially pleased: This tour can also be adapted for vegetarians and vegans. Your guide takes into account your preferences. Simply let them know in advance. Here you will find many more details: book the Cultural Foodie Tour here.
These were our favorite city tours in Amsterdam. Do you have any questions or comments? Then write a comment (at the bottom of the page). An experienced guide will answer your questions.
Amsterdamliebe - Our Partner for the Best Walking Tours
The city tour company has existed since 2015. Meanwhile, the charming guides from Amsterdamliebe have become the number 1 for city tours in Amsterdam - not without reason.
Matches like cinnamon and sugar - Amsterdamliebe and Mr. Amsterdam
The girls from Amsterdamliebe have turned their love for Amsterdam into a profession. In the beginning, they only led friends and acquaintances through the city. They were so enthusiastic that the idea emerged to offer the tours to everyone. Good for you!
Lovingly organized city tours in various languages
In addition to our favorite tours, the team offers individual private tours and even plans entire stays for customers. If you have special requests, just drop by.
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