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Amsterdam Highlights Small-Group Walking Tour

By Amsterdam Guías & Tours
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is ¥3,680 per adult

Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 3h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation
  • Multiple languages

Overview

Discover Amsterdam on a 2.5-hour walking tour that blends history, culture, and entertainment into an unforgettable experience. Led by a knowledgeable guide, explore the city centre and hear fascinating stories often overlooked by guidebooks. Learn how a small settlement on the Amstel River became Europe’s trading hub during the Dutch Golden Age.

The tour also covers Amsterdam’s more controversial past: the evolution of the Red Light District, liberal drug policies, and the darkest chapters of the 20th century. Each stop offers a unique perspective, helping you understand why this city is unlike any other.

By the end, you’ll gain a deep understanding of Amsterdam—its history, contradictions, tolerant spirit, and vibrant present—and the confidence to explore on your own. This tour is the ideal starting point to make the most of your stay in the Dutch capital.

Activity location

  • Beursplein
    • Beursplein
    • 1012, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Beursplein
    • Beursplein
    • 1012 JW, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

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English walking tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
¥3,680 x 1 Adult¥3,680
Total
Price is ¥3,680
Spanish Walking Tour
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • Spanish
Language options: Spanish
Price details
¥3,680 x 1 Adult¥3,680
Total
Price is ¥3,680
English Tour + 1h Canal cruise
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • English

Walking tour in English + Boat: At the end of the tour, our guides will give you the information to enjoy an hour boat trip on the canals of Amsterdam.

Language options: English
Price details
¥6,472 x 1 Adult¥6,472
Total
Price is ¥6,472
Spanish Tour + 1h Canal cruise
  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • Spanish

Spanish Walking Tour + Boat: After the walking tour, you will enjoy an hour boat trip. Spanish boat option only available for departures at 10am and 14pm

Language options: Spanish
Price details
¥6,472 x 1 Adult¥6,472
Total
Price is ¥6,472
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What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's included
    2.5-Hour Walking Tour
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    Professional guide
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    Ticket for 1-Hour Canal Cruise (if option selected)
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    Small groups for a more personal experience
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    Food and drinks
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    Transfers to the starting point
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    Tip

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

Activity itinerary

Beursplein

  • 10m
Beursplein, the square where we will start our tour, so called because it is located next to the stock exchange. Our guide will be waiting for you in front of the Cafe Bistro, next to the bull figure, with a blue umbrella or a tag with the Amsterdam Guides & Tours logo.

Centraal Station

  • 10m
Amsterdam Centraal was designed by Dutch architect Pierre Cuypers and opened in 1889 and is Amsterdam's largest railway station and its main railway station.

Zeedijk (Pass by)

We walk through the Chinese Quarter where we will find the Buddhist Temple of Amsterdam

Nieuwmarkt

  • 15m
The new market and San Antón Gate, just close to the Chinese Quarter

Jodenbuurt

  • 10m
Jodenbuurt, a must if you visit the city, full of history and culture that you can't miss.

Zuiderkerk (Pass by)

We will talk about the Jewish Quarter and the sad history of the World War II

Muntplein

  • 10m
Muntplein is one of the most famous squares in the city and very popular thanks to the flower market located there.

Begijnhof

  • 15m
At Spui Square we will visit The Begijnhof Gardens and we will talk about the Flower Market or De Krijtberg Kerk

Dam Square

  • 15m
We will visit the heart of Amsterdam at Dam Square where you will see The Royal Palace, The Niuewekerk or the National Monument

Location

Activity location

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    Beursplein
    • Beursplein
    • 1012, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Beursplein
    • Beursplein
    • 1012 JW, Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

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