Netherlands · HISTORY TOURS IN AMSTERDAM
The 15 best history tours in Amsterdam you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Amsterdam’s 3.5-hour food and cultural walking tour with local tastings, Jordaan strolls, and a handy e-book, led by Roman.
“Tour guide Roman was awesome, knowledgable and funny! Would definitely book this tour again with the same guide.”
See Amsterdam from the canals on a warm, 1-hour cruise past Anne Frank House and Central Station, with live stories and a photo deck.
“Good activity. Lasts about an hour. Warm and comfy inside great to get away from the rain for the money you can’t complain. Would recommend”
See Amsterdam’s haunted corners and real dark history on a 2-hour Dam Square walk to Spinhuis, Begijnhof, Blood Street, and the Waag.
“Sunil was an amazing guide. Very informative tour with humour too! Thank you so much 🙌🏼”
A 4-hour Amsterdam food and history tour for up to 8, with brown-café apple pie, cheeses, Dutch wine, and classic fish.
“We love to start off an adventure in a new city with a food and history tour. This experience of boutique establishments combined with the rich Dutch history has probably ruined me for life … I don’t think anyone could have planned a more unique and enjoyable outing. Rudolph was a wonderful historian and charming. He set the stage for the most enjoyable experience possible! This tour was a little pricey however worth every penny!”
Half-day Volendam from Amsterdam with Botterwerf shipyard views, Henri Willig cheese and clog making, plus 2.5 hours to wander.
“This worked pretty well. It got us to some nice locations. The busses did get a little off schedule. Twice the busses got over full. One driver let people stand and the other driver did not allow it and left people standing to wait 45 minutes for the next bus. Two of the stops are highly recommended and the other 3 stops are optional. We were not able to get the walking tours to work on our phones.”
A one-hour Amsterdam canal cruise starting by Anne Frank House, with UNESCO Canal Ring sights, houseboats, bridges, and photo-friendly stops.
“We enjoyed the boat ride. We had a one year old with us who had a good time as well. It was the perfect weather.”
2-hour Amsterdam walking tour from Dam Square, UNESCO canals, Royal Palace and Flower Market, with a Dutch food tasting to finish.
“A well paced tour covering the essentials! The tour guide was very friendly”
Private 3-hour Anne Frank and Jewish history walk in Amsterdam with guided stops, synagogues, memorials, and Anne Frank House access or VR.
“Our tour guide Guido was excellent and very knowledgeable. The pace was just right and we learned a lot of new information.”
Luxury canal cruise from Leidseplein plus a 17th-century VR experience, audio guide in English or Dutch, and a drink.
“This was really cool! Unique to see today's Amsterdam and how it looked in the past. It’s something I always dreamed of experiencing in other cities.. :D”
A 2-hour English Amsterdam history walk with a small group, mostly free stops, and a great guide finish at the Dancing Houses.
“Really nice tour, I would recommend it a hundred times! I did it with my girlfriend and we enjoyed it a lot. Such a cool guide!”
Small-group Amsterdam walking tour, 2 hours with a local guide, covering Old Town, Dam Square, Royal Palace, Anne Frank House, and the flower market.
“The tour guide was really friendly, asked us what we were interested in learning more about. He was very knowledgeable and made it a fun and interesting experience.”
A 2-hour small-group walking tour tracing Anne Frank and Amsterdam Jewish history from Dam Square to secret hiding places, ending at the House.
“We had the absolute pleasure of joining a Jewish walking tour led by a guide whose background in archaeology truly set the experience apart. His deep knowledge of Jewish history, paired with a storyteller’s gift, brought each site and moment to life in a way that felt both engaging and unforgettable. What stood out most was not just the wealth of historical detail he shared, but the way he connected those facts to vivid personal stories and cultural context. It never felt like a lecture—rather, it was an immersive journey through time that helped us understand the layers of history beneath our feet. His passion for the subject was evident…”
Walk Amsterdam’s Jewish Quarter with a guide who connects WWII occupation to real places, including Anne Frank and key memorials.
“Our guide Aaron was quite knowledgeable regarding the history of the Jewish quarter and was more than happy to answer all our questions. Thanks Aaron”
Walk Amsterdam’s LGBTQI+ history with Henk, from the Gay Monument to Zeedijk, with a small-group pace and smart, meaningful stops.
“Henk was an excellent guide and really spent the time to connect hisotry, literature, art, and politics when explaining the evolution of gay rights and acceptance in the Netherlands. Loved it, highly recommend!”
Join a 2-hour Amsterdam ghost walking tour for 29 per person, with a live English guide, eerie alley stops, and dark real history.
“Marie was an amazing tour guide who made sure we could hear her and ask questions. Very knowledgeable and interesting history that other tours do not provide.”
Every kind of Dutch day out, and the best of each.
