Private Amsterdam Tour: Old Town & Canals
At a glance
Private Amsterdam Tour: Old Town & Canals is a 2h – 6h private experience in Amsterdam, Netherlands, operated by localtours.agency. Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 50 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $125.98 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Meet up at a centrally located Amsterdam hotel upon request, Local recommendations for restaurants, cafés, shopping, museums, and the rest of your stay, Personal attention from a local guide.
Highlights
- Private experience — just you and your group
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- 9 stops in one well-planned itinerary
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 2h – 6h
- Group
- Private tour — only your group
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup or meet at the start point
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
Explore Amsterdam your way on a private walking tour designed for first-time visitors. With a local guide and a flexible route, discover the city’s historic center, canals, neighborhoods, and local stories at a comfortable pace.
Choose a 2-, 3-, 4-, or 6-hour tour. Meet your guide at your central Amsterdam hotel or in the city center. Depending on the duration, you may explore the Old Town, Begijnhof, Nine Streets, Jordaan, the Anne Frank House neighborhood, and the UNESCO-listed Canal Belt.
Shorter tours focus on the historic center, while longer tours cover more neighborhoods and may include time for coffee or lunch. The route can be adjusted to your interests. Admission tickets, food, transportation, and canal cruises are not included.
- Private route tailored to your interests
- Choose from four tour durations
- Central Amsterdam hotel pickup available
- Get local tips for the rest of your stay
What's included
What's included
- Meet up at a centrally located Amsterdam hotel upon request
- Local recommendations for restaurants, cafés, shopping, museums, and the rest of your stay
- Personal attention from a local guide
- Route adapted to your interests and preferred pace
- Private Amsterdam walking tour for your group
- Choice of a 2-, 3-, 4-, or 6-hour experience
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Museum and attraction admission tickets
- Public transportation or taxi costs
- Optional gratuities
Itinerary
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Stop 1
Begin in Amsterdam’s historic center and get an introduction to the city’s development, architecture, and most important landmarks. Discuss your interests with your guide before setting off on your personalized route.
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Stop 2
Explore the narrow streets of Amsterdam’s oldest neighborhood and see the exterior of one of its most unusual hidden landmarks: a secret Catholic church built inside a 17th-century canal house. An interior visit may be possible if requested, but admission is not included.
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Stop 3
Admire Amsterdam’s main Catholic church and hear how religion and trade influenced the city. Depending on opening hours and your interests, you may be able to step inside briefly.
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Stop 4
Leave the busy shopping streets behind and enter one of Amsterdam’s most peaceful historic courtyards. See one of the city’s oldest wooden houses and hear about the women who once lived in this secluded community.
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Stop 5
Walk through this charming district of boutiques, cafés, galleries, and historic canal houses. Receive personalized recommendations for shopping, coffee, Dutch treats, and places to return to after the tour.
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Stop 6
Visit the neighborhood surrounding the Anne Frank House and hear an introduction to its wartime history. Museum admission is not included and must be reserved separately in advance.
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Stop 7
Explore one of Amsterdam’s most atmospheric neighborhoods, known for picturesque canals, small streets, hidden courtyards, independent businesses, and a strong local character.
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Stop 8
Walk beside Amsterdam’s UNESCO-listed canals and learn how merchants, trade, and ambitious engineering shaped the city. See historic canal houses, distinctive facades, bridges, and hidden gardens.
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Stop 9
Travelers selecting a longer tour may visit Amsterdam’s cultural district, home to the Rijksmuseum, Van Gogh Museum, elegant architecture, and Museumplein. Museum tickets are not included.
Meeting point
Your host will be waiting for you by the entrance of Starbucks. Prior to the experience, the host will contact you to make sure you recognize each other.
Good to know
- 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
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Private Amsterdam Tour: Old Town & Canals take?
The experience lasts about 2h – 6h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $125.98 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Meet up at a centrally located Amsterdam hotel upon request; Local recommendations for restaurants, cafés, shopping, museums, and the rest of your stay; Personal attention from a local guide; Route adapted to your interests and preferred pace; Private Amsterdam walking tour for your group; Choice of a 2-, 3-, 4-, or 6-hour experience.
Where does it start?
Your host will be waiting for you by the entrance of Starbucks. Prior to the experience, the host will contact you to make sure you recognize each other.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 5.0 out of 5 across 50 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Amsterdam.
