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Amsterdam Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour

New To The Site! Amsterdam, Netherlands

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2 to 6 hours (approx.)
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Overview

Discover the heritage of Amsterdam’s Old Town with a 5-Star Guide. See the Anne Frank House, Dam Square, Beurs van Berlage, Red Light District and more.

2-hour: Old Town Highlights Tour
Discover a brief history of Amsterdam on a short walking tour of the Old Town and see the Anne Frank House, Dam Square, Oude Kerk, Royal Palace (outside), and other highlights.

3-hour: Old Town & Basilica
Book an extended tour to visit Westerkerk, the Basilica of Saint Nicholas and Begijnhof and see the Anne Frank House, Dam Square and more highlights of the Old Town.

4-hour: Old Town, Basilica & Skydeck
Book this tour to visit Amsterdam's Top-Rated 360° Skydeck, Westerkerk, St. Nicholas' Basilica and Begijnhof, and see the highlights of the Old Town, such as the Anne Frank House.

6-hour: Old Town, Basilica, Skydeck & Royal Palace
Choose this tour to visit the Royal Palace, Amsterdam's Top-Rated 360° Skydeck, Westerkerk, St. Nicholas' Basilica and Begijnhof, and see the highlights of the Old Town.

What's Included

  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Free admission to Westerkerk, St. Nicholas Basilica and Begijnhof (3, 4 and 6-hour options only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Top-Rated 360° Skydeck (4 and 6-hour options only)
  • Admission to the Westerkerk Church Tower
  • Free admission to Westerkerk, St. Nicholas Basilica and Begijnhof (in 2-hour option)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Top-Rated 360° Skydeck (in 2 and 3-hour options)
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Meeting Location

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Westermarkt
1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands

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What To Expect

Anne Frank Monument

Meet your guide next to the Anne Frank Monument, Westermarkt 74, 1016 DL Amsterdam, Netherlands
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Westerkerk

Your tour will start outside Westerkerk, near the house where Anne Frank wrote her famous diary while hiding from the Nazis. Your Private Guide will share many interesting stories as you explore the narrow streets, bridges and canals of the Old Town.
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50 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Dam Square

In the Dam Square you will admire highlights such as the National Monument, New Church (Nieuwe Kerk) and the Royal Palace. You'll also discover hidden gems such as the Beurs van Berlage - an imposing former stock exchange building, and pass the edge of the Red Light District to see the Oude Kerk, Amsterdam's oldest building with a connection to Van Gogh and Rembrandt.
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

St. Nicholas Basilica

Inside the 17th century Westerkerk you will see an original Duyschot organ and a remembrance stone to Rembrandt, while Amsterdam’s only basilica will amaze you with a stunning Neo-Baroque and Neo-Renaissance interior with frescos and stained glass The guide will also show you the highlights of the trendy De 9 Straatjes and Begijnhof, a former women's religious community with a serene courtyard surrounded by typical Dutch houses dating to the 15th century. Discover interesting places that most tourists miss!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Observation deck

Learn more about Amsterdam with a visit to its Top-Rated 360° Skydeck. On this extended walking tour you will pass the wonderful Central Station and take a ferry ride to Overhoeks district, where you will get to the top of a modern skyscraper to enjoy the views. With skip-the line tickets you can beat the crowds to this popular attraction and get a new perspective of Amsterdam. Admire the maze of narrow streets and canals from the 20th-floor observation deck!
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1 hour • Admission Ticket Included

Royal Palace Amsterdam

Visit the most important heritage site in Amsterdam's Old Town, the Royal Palace, with skip-the-line tickets. This official royal residence is an architectural masterpiece of the Dutch Golden Age and home to generations of the Dutch monarchy, from King Louis Napoleon Bonaparte to Willem-Alexander. Admire its luxurious interiors and art collection and discover royal secrets with an Expert Guide. On this extended tour you will also see the round former Lutheran Church and Dominicuskerk.
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2 hours • Admission Ticket Included

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
  • Admission to churches during masses and special events is restricted.
  • Westerkerk is open Monday to Saturday at 11am - 3pm. Tower tickets are not included.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Amsterdam Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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What's Included

Activity name

  • (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
  • Free admission to Westerkerk, St. Nicholas Basilica and Begijnhof (3, 4 and 6-hour options only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Top-Rated 360° Skydeck (4 and 6-hour options only)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Royal Palace (6-hour option only)
  • Private Walking Tour of Amsterdam's Old Town and Top Attractions
  • Pick up from accommodation (Old Town only)
  • 5-Star Licensed Guide who is fluent in the language selected when booking
  • Admission to the Westerkerk Church Tower
  • Free admission to Westerkerk, St. Nicholas Basilica and Begijnhof (in 2-hour option)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Top-Rated 360° Skydeck (in 2 and 3-hour options)
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Royal Palace (in 2, 3 and 4-hour options)
  • Pick up from accommodation outside the Old Town

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Please check your email the day before the tour for important information.
  • Please note that the number of attractions depends on the selected option.
  • Admission to churches during masses and special events is restricted.
  • Westerkerk is open Monday to Saturday at 11am - 3pm. Tower tickets are not included.
  • The Basilica of Saint Nicholas is open Monday to Saturday at 12pm - 5pm.
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the Top-Rated Skydeck and the Royal Palace are timed, so it’s important to arrive on time. You can skip the line at the ticket office but not at the entrance and security checks.
  • The Royal Palace is closed when the royal family is in the house, so this attraction may be replaced with a visit to the New Church.
  • In Amsterdam, 1 licensed guide can lead a group of 1-15 people, so the price will be higher if you need more than 1 guide.
  • Pickup service is only available from accommodations within 1,5 km from the designated meeting point.

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).

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