--- title: "Amsterdam: Private Introduction Walking Tour" lang: en type: tour city: Amsterdam country: Netherlands price: 28 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.77 reviews: 288 duration_minutes: 150 languages: [de, en, nl, es] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 30 of 33 (Walking Tours) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/amsterdam-private-introduction-walking-tour/ --- # Amsterdam: Private Introduction Walking Tour In our comparison: #30 of 33 in Walking Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Join this city walking tour to get a full introduction of Amsterdam with a private guide. This tour is perfect for people that want to explore the whole city with one tour. This walking tour will cover all the main sights that Amsterdam has to offer. You will discover the Old town, The Red Light District, the city centre and the Jordaan district. Discover the charming canals and winding streets of Amsterdam on a walking tour led by a knowledgeable local guide. With this tour, you'll get a glimpse of the city's history, culture, and modern-day lifestyle as you stroll through the streets. Discover sites like the Dam Square, the city's historical center, where you'll see the Royal Palace, the National Monument, and the iconic Nieuwe Kerk. As you walk through the lively streets of the city, your guide will share stories about Amsterdam's rich history, including its role in the Dutch Golden Age, its struggles during World War II, and its current position as a modern cultural hub. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet the guide in front of the main… - Group size varies by option: small group from €31 · private from €105 - 9 start times: between 09:00 and 17:00 - Food not included: bring or buy your own **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €28 per person for the Large group tour (2 hours) option; other options up to €105 - Duration: 2h 30m - Rating: 4.77/5 from 288 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Trigger Tours - Group: Group size varies by option: small group from €31 · private from €105 - Guide languages: German, English, Dutch, Spanish - Start times: 9 start times between 09:00 and 17:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.77 from 288 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 94% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 271 of 288. - 5 stars: 253 (88%) - 4 stars: 18 (6%) - 3 stars: 9 (3%) - 2 stars: 1 (0%) - 1 star: 7 (2%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Large group tour (2 hours) | €28 / person | English | Duration: 2 hours: The large-group tour has a shorter duration of two hours. | | Small-group tour (2 hours) | €31 / person | English | Duration: 2 hours: The small-group tour has a shorter duration of two hours. | | Private tour (2.5 hours) | €105 / person (for 2+ people) | German, Spanish, Dutch, English | - | ## What's included - Local guide - Private tour (if option selected) - Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only) ## Not included - Food and drinks ## Itinerary 1. **Centraal Station** (10m) - Start this tour from the central station of Amsterdam. Here your guide will introduce himself and start the tour. It is also possible to meet at your hotel if requested. 2. **Zeedijk** (10m) - Discover the famous Zeedijk street home to some of the oldest pubs of Amsterdam. Here you also find Amsterdam's China Town where you can visit a Buddhist temple. 3. **Nieuwmarkt** (10m) - Here you will find the old city gate of Amsterdam: the Waag. This building dates back to the 15th century. There is also a daily street market where you can try some Dutch traditional snacks. 4. **Oude Kerk** (10m) - The Old Church is Amsterdam's oldest building. Here we'll discuss how the buildings rich history and how its story is intertwined with the establishment of the Dutch identity. 5. **The Beurs van Berlage is a building on the Damrak, in the centre of Amsterdam** (10m) - At Beursplein we'll discus how and why the Dutch invented the modern corporation and world's first stock exchange. 6. **Dam Square** (10m) - The Dam Square is the center of Amsterdam. On the Dam Square are the Royal Palace, the Nieuwe Kerk and the National Monument, where the annual National Remembrance Day is held. 7. **Begijnhof** (10m) - At the Begijnhof you can visit a hidden church in a large enclosed courtyard. The Begijnhof is one of the oldest hofjes in Amsterdam, Netherlands. A group of historic buildings, mostly private dwellings, centre on it. 8. **Anne Frank House** (10m) - Here your guide will tell you more about the Anne Frank story. 9. **Canal Ring (Grachtengordel)** (10m) - At this stop we'll discuss how and why the Amsterdam canal ring was constructed. 10. **Rembrandtplein** (10m) - is a major square in central Amsterdam, Netherlands, named after Rembrandt van Rijn who owned a house nearby. Here your guide will tell you more about Rembrandt van Rijn and his paintings. This square is also home to many pubs and nightclubs. 11. **Portugese Synagoge** (10m) - Here we will tell you about the history of the Jewish community of Amsterdam. The Amsterdam Sephardic community was one of the largest and richest Jewish communities in Europe during the Dutch Golden Age, and their very large synagogue reflected this. The synagogue remains an... ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 9 start times between 09:00 and 17:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet the guide in front of the main entrance of the Park Plaza Victoria Hotel, located at the Damrak 1-5, 1012LG, Amsterdam. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels ## Compared with other Walking Tours | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #30 of 33** | €28 | 2h 30m | 4.77 (288) | varies by option | | [Small Group Walking Tour in Amsterdam with Friendly and Fun Guide](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/small-group-walking-tour-in-amsterdam-with-friendly-and-fun-guide/?format=md) | €34 | 3h | 4.99 (355) | shared | | [Humans of Amsterdam - Unique Cultural Walking Tour](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/humans-of-amsterdam-unique-cultural-walking-tour/?format=md) | €119 | 4h | 4.98 (348) | shared | | [Hello Amsterdam: Small-Group Introduction Walking Tour](/netherlands/amsterdam/tours/hello-amsterdam-small-group-introduction-walking-tour/?format=md) | €29 | 2h | 4.95 (770) | shared | Ranked #30 of 33 in Walking Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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