Amsterdam · HISTORICAL TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 history tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Taste Dutch classics, explore Amsterdam landmarks, and learn local stories on a small-group food walk led by guide Roman.
“It was the best food tour we have ever been on! The food was great - a true taste of Amsterdam! Roman gave a great Amsterdam history lesson, cared about his guests and wonderful fun humor!”
Explore Kinderdijk’s 19 windmills, museum mills, pumping station, and polder boat ride with a flexible one-day entry ticket.
“We loved it ! I took my family they all loved it and the people were very kind!”
Ride The Hague’s 65-year-old tram to Parliament, Scheveningen, and the Peace Palace with all-day hopping and a 10-language audio guide.
“It was Fun and perfect way to letting know the city better 🎉🎉🎉”
Cruise Rotterdam’s working harbor aboard historic Nehalennia for bridges, cargo ships, modern architecture, and Dutch, English, or German commentary.
“this is a very nice experience. you can sit down comfortably at the table, both inside the boat and outside, and watch the passing-by landscape while enjoying refreshing drinks. the tour guide offers interesting pieces of information all throughout the trip. the boat isn’t going too fast, so you have a lot of time to appreciate the view and take pictures.”
Explore Amsterdam after dark on a two-hour walking tour of ghost stories, old prisons, Blood Street, Begijnhof, and the Waag.
“Really enjoyed the walk. The guide gave us a great history of Amsterdam. He was very knowledgeable about Dutch past and what drives the Dutch. Thoroughly enjoyed the 2 hours”
Taste Dutch classics, Indonesian specialties, cheese, wine, and herring while walking Amsterdam with a small group and local guide.
“This was a really good tour. All the food was excellent. The guide was very knowledgeable about the area. I highly recommend it.”
Glide quietly through Leiden’s historic canals on a 50-minute guided cruise with city views, low bridges, bilingual stories, and covered seating.
“It’s not hard to see why this is the best rated cruise in Leiden. Really well located, friendly & knowledgeable staff a super boat & lovely route. Highly recommend !!”
Review of Amsterdam’s one-hour canal cruise, with historic sights, practical tips, guide quality, boat comfort, price value, and drawbacks.
“Pleasant relaxing hour touring the canals. Shame about the rain. Commentary could do with being clearer but overall a positive experience”
Review of Amsterdam’s 2-hour historical walking tour, covering Dam Square, canals, Begijnhof, the Flower Market, and Dutch tasting.
“Thanks ELENA for hanging out with us in Amsterdam! Excellent guide - We had a great time! An affectionate greeting and hope to see you again in the future.”
Walk Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter, memorials, and Anne Frank landmarks with a private guide, apple pie, and possible Anne Frank House entry.
“Rain or shine. Most of your outside and standing. Very knowledgeable. Engaging and accommodating and enthusiastic.”
Dine in Amsterdam Central Station’s restored 1885 first-class waiting rooms with a generous three-course meal and old-city views.
“Very lovely and patient staff. Spoke a range of different languages. Catered to customers needs and helped us tremendously. Food was amazing and definitely worth the price you pay. Portion sizes were massive.”
Walk Amsterdam’s Old Town, canals, Dam Square, Begijnhof, and Flower Market with a local guide in a small group of up to eight.
“Tour have been interesting and nice. James told us a lot of Amsterdam and it was feel like we have been walking with our friend ,very comfortable.”
Walk through Amsterdam’s Jewish and wartime past with a small group, ending at Anne Frank House. Tickets to the house are not included.
“Great walking tour guide brilliant and passionate really enjoyed this experience withy mates got to learn more about Anne Frank's family”
Walk Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter, from the Dokwerker to the Auschwitz Monument, and understand Jewish life under Nazi occupation with a thoughtful guide.
“Jyry was amazing and very knowledgeable!!! We learned a lot and really enjoyed this tour!”
Cruise Gouda’s historic canals aboard an authentic barge, hear local stories from a live guide, and see the museum harbor in 75 minutes.
“Fijn om op deze manier de stad te ontdekken, onze gids deed heel erg haar best om ons een en ander bij te brengen. Het was niet zo evident om het allemaal goed te volgen omdat je in de boot zelf weinig zag van de omgeving. Dus als ze verwees naar een gebouw bijvoorbeeld aan de rechterzijde, dan kon je dat niet zien, vonden we toch een beetje jammer.”
Pick a canal, a gallery or a dyke road.
