AMSTERDAM
Amsterdam’s best days out.
The 15 best private tours in Amsterdam, with prices, run times and who you book through. The ones worth planning an afternoon around, and what each ticket actually includes.
A 2-hour small-group guided Rijksmuseum tour from Museumplein, with tickets included and optional English private upgrade for a focused highlights route.
Most Popular“Our guide was prompt to the museum tour. She was very knowledgeable sharing the historic timeline and artistic styles as well as architecture. We enjoyed the experience.”
Semi-private Van Gogh Museum tour in Amsterdam with reserved admission, a professional English guide, and small-group pacing for deeper context.
“We had an absolutely fantastic experience at the Van Gogh Museum, thanks to our incredible guide, Anna Nikolaeva. From start to finish, she made the tour engaging, insightful, and truly memorable. Her deep knowledge of Van Gogh's life and work, combined with her passion for art, brought every painting to life in a way that…”
Private Amsterdam Red Light District and coffee shop history walk with a local guide, respectful context, optional museum upgrade, Damrak meeting.
“This tour was amazing!! We did the tour with my family of five and we booked it privately. We were hesitating about doing this tour as a family, but Guido made everything really interesting and explained it in such a respectful way that it never felt awkward. Definitely recommend even for families!!”
Private Jewish Quarter walk in Amsterdam with your own guide, ending outside Anne Frank House. 2 hours, multiple start times.
“We had a private tour with Josephine. She was super friendly and so knowledgeable we should have brushed up on our history but honestly we left with so much rich history. Seeing the bricks of the 102 thousand Jews that died was jaw dropping we will never forget it. We definitely recommend.”
Private AMS transfer with punctual driver meet-up, text updates, and luggage help to Amsterdam city center in about 30–90 minutes.
“Fabulous! The instructions and communication was very clear and our driver was absolutely delightful! Very easy”
Private 8-hour day trip from Amsterdam to Zaanse Schans, Edam, Volendam, and Marken with hotel pickup, personal transport, and a local guide.
“We did not go to Marken as we were told that the road was blocked and they don't take the detour. Very disappointed and a substitute destination was not offered. I learned from the locals at Volendam that the road had been blocked for at least a month so why sell me the tour and…”
Semi-private 8-person Amsterdam tour pairing Rijksmuseum and Van Gogh Museum with reserved entry, pro guide storytelling, and timed pacing.
“Our small group tour guide, Anna, was not only extremely knowledgeable about the art periods and particular artists and the paintings but had a wealth of inreresting stories about the back stories regarding the artists. All in all a wonderful experience.”
Private Jewish history walk in Amsterdam with Anne Frank House ticket help, memorials, canals, and apple pie breaks.
“Our Anne Frank and Jewish History of Amsterdam Private Tour with Kaleigh was nothing short of superb. From start to finish, she was incredibly knowledgeable, sharing both historical context and personal insights that brought the stories to life in a meaningful way. Her warm, friendly personality made the experience feel like exploring the city with…”
Private 2-hour Amsterdam canal cruise with live English guide, eco boat, drinks onboard, and views from Jordaan to Herengracht Golden Bend.
“Pick up was prompt, the boat was perfect four our group. The captain was very accommodating and provide little extras that made the cruise special.”
90-minute private Amsterdam canal cruise with a live guide, included drinks, and photo-worthy stops from Jordaan to the Amstel.
“Our guide and tour was a highlight of our trip to Amsterdam. The day was rainy but this boat has a clear top and open sides making the ride pleasant. His knowledge of the area was exceptional and the city is......beautiful!!”
Private Amsterdam day trip to working windmills, Edam, a cheese farm, and Dutch villages in Waterland, with pickup and tastings.
“Teun took us on a tour of interesting and beautiful sites. His commentary was outstanding, giving us history and background information!”
A private Amsterdam photoshoot with posing help, a scenic canal-and-bridge route, and edited high-res photos delivered in days.
“He did a great job helping us pose and making suggestions for the pictures .”
Private Schiphol transfer with flight-aware pickup, clean Mercedes/Tesla cars, and bottled water for a fast ride to Amsterdam or beyond.
“Friendly driver, did a great job taking us to our hotel. Nice new clean car had water which we appreciated after being 3 hours late after a 10 hour flight.”
Private Amsterdam walking tour with a custom local route, flexible hours, canal-belt views, markets, and quiet corners of the city.
“Exellent experience Ana was attentive, well educated in subject Loved our trip to Amsterdam. Tempted to come live here”
Rijksmuseum semi-private tour with skip-the-line entry, 90 minutes, small group, English guide, and ticket included.
“I really enjoyed the tour. He was very attentive and took time to explain everything. We stopped and learned so much about each artist and their paintings.”
From the canal ring to the great museums to the windmills and tulip fields, and every way to spend a day in the city.
